EtsyKids Spotlight: ccooperdesigns

Oh, her shop makes me wish I had a little girl...I just adore her girly ruffled aprons! Hmmm...I do have 3 nieces...those would make great Christmas gifts this coming year...
But take a look through ccooperdesigns shop today, as you just might find the perfect gift for your little girl for Easter. How about a lunchbox tin for a little girl's purse or makeup tote? Or maybe a fabric flower barrette or headband? Or even an entire outfit that even includes an adorable hat!

More about ccooperdesigns in Michigan:

I began sewing at a very young age, hand sewing(doll clothes and embroidery), using the sewing machine before I was allowed(sewed finger) and home economics in school. My Mom and I have had a sewing business specializing in bridal and formal wear for 25 years. Now for a change of pace I am designing and sewing a whimsical line of clothing for children as well as some other neat items.

Be sure to visit Cheryl at her Etsy shop and on Facebook!


The EtsyKids Team is a diverse group of talented and dedicated Etsy shop owners making items for babies, toddlers, and children. Although we come from different backgrounds and all corners of the world , we are held together by the fact that our members all love to create things for children. In our members' shops, you will find a wide variety of items ranging from clothing to toys to furniture to art and everything in between, in every style imaginable.

EtsyKids Spotlight: Melon Dot

This week's spotlight is on a shop in Wisconsin...Melon Dot. A stay-at-home-mom business owner, Sarah's items funky, fresh, classic, and a little bit punk all rolled together. I think my favorite is the etch-a-sketch tshirt. : )

Here is more about Sarah:

I am...

amazed by my 2 kids, in love with my husband, a waterbug, always in flip flops with my hair tyed back, silly, energetic, bad with names, love to eat strawberries and cookies,inspired by photos and my family.

My name is Sarah and I am an on-the-go mom of a little girl and a little boy. They really keep me running and enjoying life—who wouldn’t want the bliss that they bring into this world. It is definitely a full-time job with lots of benefits.

As my kids are growing and exploring, I am realizing that I want to learn more and more as well. It could be the teacher in me but, you never stop learning and there are so many cool things out there to discover.

Be sure to visit Sarah at her etsy shop as well as on Facebook!

The EtsyKids Team is a diverse group of talented and dedicated Etsy shop owners making items for babies, toddlers, and children. Although we come from different backgrounds and all corners of the world , we are held together by the fact that our members all love to create things for children. In our members' shops, you will find a wide variety of items ranging from clothing to toys to furniture to art and everything in between, in every style imaginable.

Pretty as a Princess Quilt Clips

Yes, I've been super busy the past 8 weeks. As soon as Christmas is over, families realize that baby will be here soon, so order those quilt clips and decor to finish up the nursery - quick! January/February is my busiest time of the year, tied with August/September, so it's been crazy around here (thus the very few blog posts!).

I have been doing quite a few custom quilt clips the past 2 months, so hopefully I will get some time to showcase them here on the blog more frequently. : )

To begin with, are these absolutely gorgeous princess crowns. I painted these specifically to match a little girl's beautiful princess bedding.



I began with a white crown and then added Valentine pink to the top half, creating little swoops. Then, I carefully detailed the little swirls and dots in Valentine pink as well. Lastly, I added a pale pink outline to the top portion of the crown as the finishing touch. These turned out just beautiful!



If you would like your own set, please be sure to contact me. Feel free to send a picture of your bedding so that I can coordinate the quilt clips as close as possible.

EtsyKids Spotlight: Northwoods Toys

Brand new feaure on my blog! I will spotlighting an EtsyKids team member from the Central US region each week for a while. This week's spotlight is on Northwoods Toys from Wisconsin.

Here is their little bio from Facebook:

Northwoods Toys is a husband and wife crafting team located in the "Northwoods" of Wisconsin. We have been making hand-crafted toys ever since our 3-year-old twin daughters were infants. Stu makes wood toys and Jennifer makes felt play food and other sewn toys.

Mission: We strive to provide high-quality hand-made toys that your child will love. Our children are our product testers and quality assurance team.

Products: Hand-crafted toys for all ages including wood toys, felt play food, plushies, and more.


Visit their website www.northwoodstoys.com (or Etsy) for some really wonderful handmade toys like lacing cards, Squeez-a-Balls©, and some of the cutest felt play food I have seen!



The EtsyKids Team is a diverse group of talented and dedicated Etsy shop owners making items for babies, toddlers, and children. Although we come from different backgrounds and all corners of the world , we are held together by the fact that our members all love to create things for children. In our members' shops, you will find a wide variety of items ranging from clothing to toys to furniture to art and everything in between, in every style imaginable.

Sweet Lamb Quilt Clips

Remember the PBK Cottontail Friends lamb I did? Here's a picture of a pair of the sweet lambs holding up an adorable quilt. Thank you to Brooke for the picture!

What do I do when I am not painting?

Well, besides taking care of my boys, I do website design. The past couple of weeks I have updated several websites and even created a new website for a client. Visit the sites below to see the magic I have worked with html:


And the brand new website, with matching blog, for one of the 2010 Huggies Mom Inspired Award Winners - Lucky Ducky Baby!

Are you looking for fresh new design for your website or blog? See more examples of my work and contact me at Marcink Designs.

Crazy Christmas Season is Over...Now on to Crazy January!

Yes, January is actually crazier than November and December, believe it or not! Why? My theory is that moms and dads are focused on preparing for Christmas, and then when Christmas is over...they realize baby will be here shortly and the nursery needs a few more final touches.

So, I have the honor of making all of the big and little finishing touches for nurseries around the world - I love it!

Back to Christmas, though...where was I for several weekends before Christmas? At a few St. Louis area craft shows! Here is a picture from the last one at Oakville High School:

I know, it's not the best picture, as I took it with my cell phone, but you can see the booth! (The hair bows, beanies, and headbands are my SIL Gussie's - see them at her Etsy shop http://www.sweetmadelynne.etsy.com/.)

Next fall, we'll be at Union Middle School, Lindbergh High School (Sunset Hills Rotary), and Lafayette High School for sure. I am also looking into two shows in Illinois.

Like me on Facebook so you'll know when and where to see me this coming year.

Happy New Year!