Clearing Out Inventory

I'm trying to clear out my in stock items, which means there's a big sale in my shop right now. I have quite a few 5x7 and 8x10 prints, photo cards, and other items up for 50% off. Check out my sale section!

More updates coming soon!

Etsy Buy Handmade LittleRedAppleton

Liners, Floppy Lion and a Ballerina Dress...

Here's a new print for reusable cotton pantiliners. For some reason it feels softer than regular flannelette to me.

And introducing Floppy Lion! He's not stuffed for easy handling and cuddling. His feet are lightly weighted with glass beads for extra floppiness.

This is a girl's sundress. The top is crocheted with a lovely boucle yarn. The bottom is Alexander Henry's Ballerina print.

Angeline

www.tuition.etsy.com

Beneath the Rowan Tree

A peek at what's in store!

welcome to gnomehollow

and to the home of these cute woodland gnomes. they are made from only natural fibers in beautiful colors. these little friends have found new homes all over the country, from the east coast to the west. the focus of my work is on waldorf-inspired items for the home and play. in addition to the gnomes, i enjoy knitting farm animals and i love to do custom orders. please feel free to visit us at http://www.gnomehollow.etsy.com ~~blessings

We Have a Treasury!

I was in the right place at the right time and was able to create a treasury!  Check it out:

mdcmoms etsy team treasury

I didn't know (or think about) it when I named it, but you can't change the list name once you've created it. Otherwise, I might have had a juicier title!

There are only a few spaces on the treasury so I couldn't include everyone, but if I have time tomorrow I might rotate in new ones. Creating gave me a chance to see some more of the work offered by our team--you guys are awesome!

Hope you all like it!

The Knitting Gnome

I just added 2 new gnome dolls and a felted reusable lunch bag at my shop. Check it out!

Etsy Buy Handmade TheKnittingGnome

luckypennymake

luckypennymake

I'm Barbara (clemrose on MDC) and I'm thrilled be joining the Mothering Team.  I've had a chance to look at some of the items on offer by you creative mamas and am in awe!

I love sewing, knitting, crafting, cooking, gardening, reading, writing and, of course, mothering. I have a very sweet fifteen month old baby girl who inspires me everyday.  Because of her I've become dedicated to living my life creatively.  For me that sometimes means getting out in the garden, or experimenting with a new bean recipe, and often, sewing.  

I've been sewing for years, on and off. Shortly after my daughter was born I began sewing clothes for her. Well, I've loved it so much that I am now offering some of the clothing I've designed on etsy.  Right now my shop consists mostly of soft-soled baby shoes, but I do offer some other clothing for babies and toddlers.  When time permits I give a peek into my life on my blog at bgtw.typepad.com.

The Woodland Nursery

We will be introducing our new little felted babies to Etsy soon. They are needle felted, 100% wool and so soft and sweet. Each one measures roughly 3" long and is one of a kind. Each babe comes with a wee birth certificate for the adopting child to write in the name they choose for their baby. A portion of the proceeds for each will go to our local wildlife rehab/rescue center for the care of real woodland babies. And they are not just for kids, grown ups like to nurture little things, too!

Seed saving and screen print goodies

I've been slowly stocking my shop but wanted to share a couple new items Im quite pleased with.
My husband designed the heart and I hand screenprinted it onto blank cards. I love these! Mostly because the detail is rad but also because its so versatile. It can be used for several different holidays and times of recognition.





Jon and I are a seed saving family. We grow some of our own food and save the seeds to use in our garden next year. We've decided to share our love of sustainability.




Each small packet of seeds comes with a hand drawn art card, perfect for a gift.





Beansricerevolt is a husband and wife cooperative, making something for everyone!

Prevent them from ESCAPING!

Door Knob Covers can be a great deterrent for little escapees! They are crocheted from either wool or acrylic and can fit either round or flat door knobs.

It is tied on to your doorknob. Little hands find it difficult to grab the knob and turn it as the cover will follow his/her hands. Naturally adults and older children have no trouble opening the door. It is much easier than fumbling around with clunky plastic covers and can be crocheted in the colour of your choice!

I also have some fantastic make up bags coming soon that were made by my highly artistic sister. Keep an eye out for them.

Visit my shop at:

www.tuition.etsy.com

Nativity Set Subscription

I have listed a limited number of subscriptions for needle felted Nativity Sets at Hyena Cart ~ I plan to list complete sets at Etsy in the fall (very limited number) but I thought I would mention to folks that there are 3 slots remaining for these sets at 20% off by subscription (paid monthly).

The set pictured here is not a Nativity Set, but this is the size and style! Full details are here.

Knitsteel is a Featured Artist!

I'm going to be the guest artist at VIVA in Viroqua, Wisconsin in May. Join me at the reception this Thursday.

A Little Contest!

Visit my blog and enter your suggestion for a name for my new product (and a chance to win a handmade felt whimsy!), coming soon to Beneath the Rowan Tree on Etsy!!

Buy one, get one free at VintageSupplyDepot

Vintage patterns, yarn, craft supplies, more! Buy one, get a lower cost or same price item FREE! Many items as are free shipping! Only for items under $70 please.

www.vintagesupplydepot.esty.com
www.sterlingsilverbooks.etsy.com

I also will consider trades for Lego, Playmobil, Knex, Brio or wooden Thomas the Tank Engine. :-)

Earth Day Sales--Save on Eco-Friendly Items!

Many team members are running specials in honor of Earth Day!
Items on sale include soaps, recycled paper goods, cloth dinner napkins, cloth diapers, "mama cloth" (menstrual products), eco-friendly children's toys, cloth shopping bags, and more!

Save the Earth and Save 5% for one day only!
(several shops have longer-running specials or additional savings, see individual shop announcements for details)

Participating shops:
Savonara
The Knitting Gnome
Elemental Handcrafts
Lil Bees
Georganne
Tomtemama
PBandJ
Sterling Silver Books

Mother's Day Mamas

Elemental Handcrafts

A special way to commemorate a pregnancy or breastfeeding relationship. Each of my one-of-a-kind unique needle felted dolls is made with love and mama energy. Made with humane wool that comes from a friend's sheepy family member, the animals are treated with love and kindness and will never be bred or eaten! Each sculpture hangs on an invisible filament thread and looks beautiful in a window or over a special nursing chair. Perfect gifts for yourself! Or your midwife, doula, your own mom... I will be adding more as time, (and children) allows!
Stephanie aka ilikethedesert aka Elemental Handcrafts!

for the birthday boy or girl . . .

new summer carriers

Berry Bowl

But please don't put your berries in it~ it already has some. Perfect for your little trinkets, or a nature table, though! 100% wool, needle felted, embellished with a rowan branch and berries.Beneath the Rowan Tree