Showing posts with label baby winter accessories. Show all posts
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Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Welcome Wednesday with We Three Bees and a GIVEAWAY

It's time for Welcome Wednesday with Nicole and her Etsy shop We Three Bees





Nicole is offering free worldwide shipping on any order from now until the end of 2012 (Easter-Standard Time) with coupon code: WTBFREESHIP412

And DON'T FORGET HER GIVEAWAY!!! Details after the interview...now let' discover Nicole's creative story


Bandana Bib
What is the first creative memory you have?
Well… apparently I was creative even before my memories were established. My mother just LOOOOVES to tell this story about me! I was little enough to still wear a diaper (you can see where this is going) and, during my afternoon nap, I wasn’t very tired. I slowly came down the stairs, holding a handled mirror out in front of me, very carefully balancing “cookies” to offer to her guest. I can only imagine the horror on my poor mother’s face when she saw what I had used to make the “cookies.” I also, in my careful descent down the stairs, left a hand painted mural behind me on the wall. Oh my! The joys of motherhood :)

What or whom began your creative journey on Etsy?
A relative recommended it to me after seeing some of my sewing projects and I was hooked!

How did you come up with your shop name?
Bees have always been so interesting to me, the way they’re so fragile and yet, so mighty. Just like humans, I guess. “We Three” came from one of the happiest times in my life when my first son was born. It was my loving and supportive husband, Ben, my new little Jack and me, we three. We’ve since had our second son, Dexter and we have to have one more to make my shop name relevant! (At least that is what my husband tells me.) So, if we’re lucky, bee number three will be making an appearance next summer or fall!

Describe what creations you have in your shop

Goodies for babies and children. I’m drawn to cold weather clothing and styles. Not the cold weather, just the clothing. There are lots of different hats and jackets but you'll also find bunting, blankets, and a new addition, The Dapper Fox softie.

Bicycle Bunting & Dapper Fox Softie

What insprires you?
Nature and love, especially the bond that exists between parents and their children. It’s bewildering, overwhelming and bittersweet but being a parent has made me happier than I could have ever imagined. And I’ve always been fascinated by nature- so complex and beautiful.

What do you listen to or watch while creating?

If I don’t hear Papa trying to wrangle two little boys upstairs, I’m listening to Van Morrison or Christmas music (I know. It’s too early… but I know you’re secretly thinking of Bing Crosby and wanting to hear some White Christmas; it’s okay. This is a safe place.)

Toddler Reversible Corduroy Jacket
Please share a favorite recipe
I hate cooking. Well, that’s not entirely true. I hate cooking when I (1) don’t have time, (2) don’t have ingredients and/or (3) don’t have any ideas on what to cook. Usually, all three attack me at once! However, a true fall-time staple in our house is spiced apple cider. You need: one gallon of cider, three cinnamon sticks, a tea blotter filled with equal parts whole cloves and whole allspice, ¾ cup sugar. Dump it all in your crockpot on low heat, give it a stir and wait for the delicious aroma to waft through the house! Perfect for get-togethers. Also, when the party's over, put it in the fridge and re-heat in the microwave- instant "Mmmm!"

Where else can we find you?

Facebook www.facebook.com/wethreebees
Twitter @WeThreeBees
Pinterest www.pinterest.com/WeThreeBees 
Etsy www.WeThreeBees.etsy.com


NOW FOR THE GIVEAWAY

Nicole is offering one free children’s hat with worldwide shipping included. Made to order or ready to ship, any style (bomber/trapper, earflap or pixie hood), size newborn to 8 years. Production time is 2 - 3 weeks and items ship USPS First Class or USPS First Class International. Visit her shop here to see the variety of hats you can choose from!

NOW TO ENTER

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Sunday, September 23, 2012

Salutations Sunday with Bundle of Joy Shop

Salutations Sunday time!!! Please prepare your eyes for some eye candy cuteness from Cheryl and her Etsy shop Bundle of Joy Shop


 

A variety of hand crocheted baby items that are sure to make you go "SKWEEEEEE" from pure adorableness! Let's meet Cheryl and discover her story...


Rainbow Baby Mittens & Hat Set
What is your first creative memory?

I would first like to thank Amy for giving not only me, but other shop owners this wonderful opportunity. ~You are very welcome Cheryl...thanks for sharing your creative story with us :)

My first creative memory is one of my earliest memories. My Mother, a very creative woman, introduced crafts to my siblings and me at a very young age. Besides the family Christmas tree, my siblings and I had our own tree, which we decorated ourselves. I remember making ornaments for our tree and for gifts. Glitter. We loved to use glitter on our ornaments and on anything else we could put glitter!


What or whom began your creative journey on Etsy?

My oldest daughter has a shop on Etsy. From the moment she opened her shop, she told me how much fun she was having selling her items and being a part of the Etsy family. That is when I decided to sell crocheted items on Etsy.

How did you come up with your shop name?

Once I decided to focus on baby items, I wanted a baby related name. I thought about a name for weeks. For me a baby represents love and happiness, hence the name, "Bundle Of Joy Shop".


Baby Booties


Describe what creations you have in your shop

My shop sells baby items that I hand crocheted. Each crocheted item is made from premium yarn. Some of my items are: afghans, booties, diaper covers, sandals, hats and bottle covers. On a regular basis I am adding new items.

What inspires you?

I am inspiried by my family, especially my Mom. She shows me by example how having many passions in life is a wonderful way to live.

What do you listen to or watch while creating?

That depends on what I am making or my mood. Sometimes I enjoy listening to the top 40, classical rock, the blues and other times I want it quite. I enjoy watching a variety of shows when I am making something. I'll watch a movie, a news show, a comedy and of course the Green Bay Packers!

Blue Baby Hat with Ears
Please share a favorite recipe

Chiffon Dessert

1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
1/3 cup white sugar
1/2 cup melted butter

Filling: 1 package (3 ozs) gelatin (My family likes lemon)
1 cup boiling water
11 ozs cream cheese (softened)
1 cup white sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
16 ozs whipped topping

Combine the first 3 ingredients-set aside 2 T for the topping. Press remaining crumbs onto the bottom of an ungreased 13 x 9 x 2 baking dish. In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water-cool. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar. Add vanilla-mix well. Slowly add gelatin until combined. Fold in whipped topping-sprinkle with reserved crumbs. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until set.

Where else can we find you?

As of now the only place to find me is at my Etsy shop. Being new to owning a business, I am looking into other options.