Spring Is In The Air

Are you ready for spring? check out the above wonderful items from just a small handful of our FABULOUS ARTISTIC MOMS {FAM}

From top left to right:
1. beachcottagestudio - One Of A Kind Treasure - Mini Butterfly Wreath - Spring In Giverny - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23035883
2. ApronsByPunkyFae - Easter Custom Applique T Apron Skirt Set - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21301449
3. myartsybaby - Boys Boutique Lime Green Sock Monkey Necktie - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21982831
4. NewEnglandQuilter - Spring Centerpiece Basket - Easter Colors - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22833265
5. sweet3leafprints - LEAF printed BLUE Bird - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22959968
6. 3moonbabies - Spring Party Girl Little People Wooden Doll - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23029909
7. livebeautiful - Live Beautiful Tote AQUA and LEAVES - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22115079
8. bellearoma - Lilac Reed Diffuser Refill Kit - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21227424
9. pinktwilight - Pretty Bird Gift Tags/Journaling Spots - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19785637
10. SoapyBlessings - EGGciting Soaps and Crocheted Bags - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21350700
11. boygirlboygirldesign - Hand Painted Pink Spring Frog Flowers Tstrap Children's Shoes - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22017155
12. Francisbel - Air Freshener Cover - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21924501
13. DesignsbyVelvet - SPRING DANCE in Mauve - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22735697
14. RedBessBonney - Easter Egg Scarf - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21541690
15. printyourparty - Printable Easter Celebration Set -Little Bunny Peepers - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23033152
16. ljdesigncards - Cupcake Small Cards or Gift Tags - Set of four - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20393462
17. retrorugrats - Set of 2 Easter Minkee Bunnies -- Choose from 7 colors. - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21814552
18. momosbows - Orange and Shocking Pink Braided Bow Toe Flip Flops size Kids 13 - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22414941
19. lindylou2 - Pillow Cover - 12 x 18 Inch Reversible Black Bird - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23099212
20. luv4sams - MOTHER Glass Marble Silverplated 7 Inch Bracelet - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21546021

A FAM Feature

Check out Michele from Griffin Gear and Pandy's

Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade GriffinGear.etsy.com

Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade pandys.etsy.com

1. What is your business name?

I have 2 shops, pandys and GriffinGear

2. What is your business about?

My businesses are all about sewing and expressing my creativity

3. How did you start selling on etsy?

I had been doing some craft fairs, a friend told me about etsy and I've been selling here ever since.

4. Where do your inspirations come from?

My inspirations come from everyone, a suggestion from a friend, something I see out and about....I also have lots of crayon sketches on the beer advertisements from restaurants....we will all be having dinner, I get an idea, grab a crayon from the kids and draw it out (beer advertisements work much better than napkins)

5. Is your family supportive of your etsy business?

My husband is supportive of everything I do..including etsy.

6. What was the strangest experience you've ever had when being inspired with a new design?

I got busted at the grocery store, trying to discreetly check out the handle design of another woman's handbag. She gave me the dirtiest look, I said, oh, just checking out your grommets and walked away. She was not impressed.

7. What is the most rewarding aspect of the etsy community for you and your business?

I have met some pretty incredible, very supportive people here. Even though I've never met them, I can honestly say they are very dear friends. As far as my business goes, I've been able to let my creative side flourish. I have a BS in Animal Science and an MBA...not exactly the best choices for creativity. I'm not making money hand over fist, but I'm supporting my fabric habit and trying new things, so I find it very rewarding.

8. Anything else you would like to share?

http://GriffinGear.etsy.com
http://pandys.etsy.com
my blog http://pandysoflakesunapee.blogspot.com

Meet Punpkin Pea

1. What is your business name?
Pumpkin Pea http://PumpkinPea.etsy.com

2. What is your business about?
In my shop you will find hairbows, headbands and hairclips made especially for a princess. I named my shop Pumpkin Pea - this is what we call our daughter Natalie (she is turning 5 this November), who is actually my inspiration behind all of my creations

3. How did you start selling on etsy?
I learned about etsy from my former boss Jill who after her retirement as Assistant Director of Nursing started concentrating on her crafts and started selling on etsy. During that time I had been creating hairclips for my daughter. She actually persuaded me to check out etsy. I trialed selling my hairclips at work and it was received very well so I decided this is something I would like to pursue

4. Where do your inspirations come from?
My inspiration mostly comes from my daughter Natalie. Being an only girl, (I have 2 other boys Nicky 9 and Nathan 7). I love buying clothes for her and I would usually create something to match an outfit that I had bought. I also get my inspirations and ideas from stores (I love Gymboree in particular), magazines and the constant flow of ideas through my head.

5. Is your family supportive of your etsy business?
In the beginning my husband wasn't very supportive of it. When I first started I spent hours and hours online, researching and educating myself on all the business aspects and how to basically run it. He advised me to make sure that my pricing is reflective of the hours I spent making the item. I make things because I love to and I love to share them with others. After a long day at work (I am a full time nurse at a hospital), I always look forward to creating, which I do mostly at night. I consider it my de-stresser. I get excited when I get a sale. My husband now shares that excitement with me (my kids get excited too). I would like to also make mention that my mother is my biggest supporter. She lives with us and she helps me with households work and most of all taking care of my children when me and my husband are away at work

6. What was the strangest experience you've ever had when being inspired with a new design?
When an idea pops in my head, I have to immediately create it and spend all night long perfecting the idea. (I don't really think that I have any strange experiences)

7. What is the most rewarding aspect of the etsy community for you and your business?
The etsy community taught me a lot of things. I learned so much from the forums and made friends along the way. Particularly, FAM helped me along the way. It is such a nice feeling to know that I am part of a smaller family on ETSY. Thanks to everyone especially for this opportunity to be featured,

8. Anything else you would like to share?
I will be having my first craft show this October. I've been busy preparing for it. My business is also successful at work, I have a lot of customers from there (the word is now starting to spread about my business) I wish they could be reflected on my sales but unfortunately, they don't order online.