March Design Challenge Winner

Posted Tuesday, March 29, 2016

March's Design Challenge had the theme "April showers bring May flowers".
We had lots of lovely entries from our team member but the winning entry with the most votes was...



The bag has a wipe clean exterior making it super practical to keep clean and more resistant for everyday use come rain or shine!In this stunning umbrella print from the Dashwood Rain or Shine collection, the exterior fabric is in a soft, wipe clean laminated cotton, with multicoloured umbrellas on a navy raindrop background.

The bag is lined in a pretty coordinating cotton (surprise!), with hot pink piping and chunky silver metal hardware throughout for a professional finish. The bag closes with a zip, large flap with magnetic snap closure and is well padded and interfaced all round to retain structure.

The strap is in the same laminated cotton as the exterior. It is adjustable so the bag can be worn either cross body style or as a shoulder bag. This style of bag is also suited to younger girls/tweens as you can adjust the strap.


Here are some more lovely items from SewSofia

Kokeshi Dolls and Cats Back Pack // Girls ruck sack // Japanese dolls backpackPlanes Back Pack // Aeroplane ruck sack // Boys Denim backpackKokeshi Dolls Black and White Back Pack // Girls ruck sack // Japanese dolls backpack
Kokeshi Dolls Pencil Case // Japanese Princesses Pencil Bag // Japanese Dolls Pen CaseRosecliff Wallet // Monochrome Wipe clean Purse // Black and White folding wallet // oilcloth laminated cotton purseScience Geek Lunch Bag // Insulated Wipe Clean Lunch Box // Scientist lunch tote// Man's Lunch Bag // Boys Lunch Bag
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Meet Etsy Kids Team Member SpiritedChild

Posted Wednesday, March 23, 2016


This week we meet team member Spiritedchild .  Spiritedchild has been open since October 2014 and creates unique items designed with busy toddlers & children in mind!
"We want to inspire creativity, imagination and fun! All our work is tested for fun & durability by our very own spirited 18 month and 3 year old!"

Activity Colouring Mat Children's Gift Set/Colour in fabric Forest/Cars/Giraffe/Alphabet Design/Eco-Friendly/Washable  Activity Colouring Mat Children's Gift Set/Colour in fabric with Space/Castle/Planes/Butterfly/Superheroes Design/Eco-Friendly/Washable  Organic Grey Star/Car/Chevron Baby Ergo Carrier Strap Covers. Suck/drool/teething pads to protect your baby carrier

What is the story behind your shop name?
I grew up in England and I now live in Zurich, Switzerland with my adventurous, challenging but loveable family! Life is pretty hectic therefore my outlet is sewing! Spiritedchild began when I realized that certain elements of our daily life/struggle with young children needed to be made easier. Inspired by my two girls, the name SpiritedChild was created. Their love for scribbling on EVERYTHING led to me creating our Busy Colouring Mats. The concept of fabric appealed to them because they like the texture, colours and for me I could WASH them out!
At SpiritedChild our aim is to create products that are fun, unique and practical. In addition to the Busy Mats I started making strap covers to protect my baby carrier and stroller from my teething monsters, memory blankets to cherish our first years together and tote bags for their toys. As friends requested custom makes SpiritedChild grew and continues to. Currently I am working on new 'Busy' Colouring Mats and Tote Bags with NEW colouring designs

What is your favourite creations from your shop?
I absolutely love making Busy Colouring Mats. My store only has a small selection of what i have created. My website has developed on from Etsy and continues to be successful.

What surprised you most about having your own craft / online shop?
I was surprised actually by people's genuine interest in my work. Especially outside of Etsy. Other mothers said they were inspired by me and my motivation to create my shop. My kids are still young (2 & 3yrs) so they still rely on me a lot. I have to balance their needs with sewing and stocking the shop.

What do you find most challenging about being an Etsy seller?

Price point. I live in Switzerland where fabric prices can be as high as $30 a metre. Competing on price is a challenge. Variety in Switzerland is always a problem too so I buy fabrics via Etsy.

What's your personal philosophy behind your shop / products?
I love to create unique, fun yet practical items for kids. In addition to colouring activities i have lots of custom requests for bags, purses, bibs and aprons.

What do you do when you aren't working?
Mostly care for my girls! Then when they sleep i work and try to fit in my yoga and German classes. German is the main language here and everyday i have the challenge of living here without 100% fluency.

Please tell us a little about the children's items market / handmade movement in your Country?
In Switzerland there is a lot of interest for handmade items. Unfortunately, there seems to be a lack of variety but it is getting better. The Swiss market is good and with the right products people are willing to pay for handmade work. Quality is an absolute must here. Swiss quality is famous even outside Switzerland and the parents expect this. The Swiss market also appreciate unique items. And welcome new idea.

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Children's apron with Princess/Space/Ballerinas/Construction/Toddler Reversible Apron Color Me Activity/Eco-Friendly Washable  Woodland Friends Fabric Baby Ergo/Tula/Manduca Carrier Strap Covers. Suck/drool/teething pads to protect your baby carrier.. Baby bibs/Unisex/Baby Animal Bib/Baby Shower Gift/Waterproof Bib/Laminated Cotton/Waterproof feeding bibs/Wipe clean and washable

Treasury Challenge #78 - Blooming Flowers

Posted Tuesday, March 22, 2016

The theme for the EtsyKids Team treasury challenge #78 was "Blooming Flowers".
Our team members created lots of beautiful treasuries featuring some amazing items, but the winner is...


I cannot wait for spring to arrive!
Girl sweater, hand knitted, wool, 6 months to 5 years
$40.00
Sunny Delight Daisy Paper Mache Headband
$20.00
Crochet Newborn Legwarmers and Tieback, Baby Legwarmers, Newborn Photo Props, Photography Props, Newborn Tiebacks, Crochet Legwarmers, Ombre
$18.50
organic toddler purse baby handbag first purse cloud 9 birthday girl birds 2 3 4 year old present
$28.00
BABY BIB - DROOLY - Norwegian Wood - ready to ship
$10.00
Purple and Pink Kimono Dress for Girls, Girls Clothing, Kimono, Toddler dress, Girl Dresses, pink dress, purple, size 2T 3 4 5 6 7 8
$49.00
Reversible Halloween and Thanksgiving Dress, Size 2T
$30.00
Fine art print illustration for nursery or kids room featuring a flower in a wreath - 8,2x11,7 in
€13.00
Boutique Style Knit Fabric Headband  & Flower Tutorial- How To Pattern INSTANT Download
$5.00
Slouchy Hat, Pink Purple Girls Textured Knit Hat with Cream Flower & Button Center, Girls Knit Slouchy Hat Girls Hat, Toddler to Child Size
$28.00
Girls Slouchy Beanie Reversible, Girls Beanie, Girl Hat, for Baby and Toddler - Vintage Floral
$12.00
Wall sticker , decal girl 1 meter
£10.90
Children's toy - Teething Necklace - Wooden beads - Nursing necklace -for Mommy - Maternity - Babywearing - Summer - Berries - Ready to ship
$15.00
Pacifier clip/ holder - Green Flowers  - Baby acessories - Binky Clips – Baby Girl - Baby boy - Universal - Paci Clip - Baby Shower Gift
€5.00
Hair Clip Holder - Pink and Aqua - Hair Clip Organizer
$26.00
Felt Flower Garden, Toy Flower Set, Pretend Garden, Kid's Playset, Nature Table Toys
$50.00
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Thank you StudioStillae creating such a lovely treasury!

StudioStillae sells digital prints and games with a 70's flare. She has a range of printable nursery art and games, like this 'find your wellies' travel game. Visit her shop to see more of her wonderful creations.


March Design Challenge. It's time to Vote!

For March our Design Challenge theme was "April showers bring May flowers".
We have lots of lovely entries from our team members, browse down and vote for your favourite item!

Treasury Challenge #77 - Luck of the Irish

Posted Monday, March 07, 2016

The theme for the EtsyKids Team treasury challenge #77 was "Luck of the Irish".
Our team members created lots of beautiful treasuries featuring some amazing items, but the winner is...


Luck of the Irish: a special attitude, a positive outlook. How do you picture that? Lots of green (obviously), blue/greys (typical downpours), brights (positive attitude), smiles (and perhaps a beer)!
Dinosaur or Dragon Hooded Cowl, Cowl, Dragon, Hood, Dino, Knit Cowl, Button Cowl
$40.00
Pink Knit Girls Hat, Knit Cloche Hat with Carved Shell Buttons, Pink Cloche Toddler Hat Childs Hat, Toddler to Child Size (Item 1577)
$32.00
Boy Diaper Cover - Nautical  Diaper Cover - Photography Prop
$13.50
handmade little boy doll Gaspar - with green hair & tie
€59.00
PATTERN CROCHET Charming Cherry Blossom Fingerless Mitts Toddler-Adult XL
$4.00
On Sale Baby Bunting Bag, Knit Baby Bunting Bag, Bunting Bag Size 1 mth - 18 mth, Cream Baby Bag, Wool Baby Bag, Pink Bunting Bag, Wooden Bu
$67.50
Linen burlap Baby  shoes/ Chartreuse baby slippers/ Toddler botties
$28.20
Grey Chalk Painted Wooden Whale cut out Plaque - Nautical Decoration - Wooden Whale Wall Plaque - Gray Chalk painted Whale Cut Out
$38.00
Wood Elf Woodland Forest Friends Shirt, Felt Applique Baby Bodysuit / Organic Toddler Childrens T-Shirt, Cute Baby Clothes, Hipster Baby
$25.00
Button Joint Doll PDF Sewing Pattern Easy Rag Doll cloth dolly Tutorial DIY Girl Toy - Miss Tippy Toes
$12.00
Boy Rag Doll, Cloth Doll, Baby Boy Gift, Handmade baby doll
€39.00
Handmade Wigwam/ Children's playtent/ Children's Tent with owls/ Children toys/ Tipi enfant quality/ Pretty Owls/ play house/ Three Snails
$190.00
SUPER SALE - Overall in Navy Teepee Tent
$36.40
MADE TO ORDER Baby Boy Hat with visor, Teal and Gray hat, buttons, decorative stitched visor, sizes 0-3,3-6, 6-12, 12-18m, 2T
$14.99
Natural Wooden Teether with Crinkles - Whale Tails with Blue Minky Dot - New Baby Gift - Natural Teething
$10.00
Turquoise headband Baby girl headband Turquoise flower Baby headband Infant headband Flower headband Toddler headband Newborn headband
$20.99

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Thank you StudioStillae creating such a lovely treasury!

StudioStillae sells digital prints and games with a 70's flare. She has a range of baby romper posters that can be customised with your baby name. Visit her shop to see more of her wonderful creations.


February Design Challenge Winner

Posted Saturday, March 05, 2016


February's Design Challenge had the theme "I can sing a rainbow".
We had lots of lovely entries from our team member but the winning entry with the most votes was...




lucky with twins?! celebrate your twinnies with this pair of baby bodysuits! OR consider two outfits for one baby as a great shower gift!!! or for siblings i can do 2 different sizes...

these are hand-cut(from repurposed t-shirts) and sewn onto rabbitskins brand SHORT or LONGSLEEVE bodysuits so they're partially green!


Here are some more lovely items from twinzzshop

Chocolate Bunny TWIN Bodysuits Set, featuring "OW" and "WHAT" Bitten Chocolate Bunnies onesiesTwin bodysuits "Two Peas in a Pod", Twin set of onesies, great baby shower gift for twinsTwin "Who's Who" Owl Set of Bodysuits for Twin GIRLS, hand-sewn appliquesTwins Frank and Beans TWIN Set of bodysuits, Great Shower gift for TWINS or siblings
Baby onesie "Half Pint" Draft Beer bodysuit for baby, unique baby onesie, baby shower gift, New Dad, Father's DaySt Patrick's Day "LUCKY GAL" Shamrock/Lucky 4 Leaf Clover Bodysuit for Baby girls, perfect for 1st St. Patty's Day picsSt. Patrick's Day "LUCKY GUY" Shamrock/Lucky Clover Bodysuit for Baby BOYS, perfect for 1st St. Patty's Day PicsBaby onesie "Home Grown" Carrot bodysuit for baby, Home birth baby, unique baby onesie, baby shower gift

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