Cafemommers

Checkerboard knit wash cloth Tutorial!

2012-01-06T09:00:00.001-05:00

From Member Gretchen, you can see her Etsy Shop HERE!

Checkerboard knit wash cloth
On size 8 needles with cotton yarn

Cast on 40 stitches
Row 1-5 K40
Row 6-12 K5 P5 K5 P5 K5 P5 K5 P5
Row 13-19 P5 K5 P5 K5 P5 K5 P5 K5
Row 20-48 Repeat Rows 6-19 two times
Row 49- 53 K40
Cast off

Ta-dah! You've got a knit wash cloth :)

Thanks Gretchen!

Free Pattern--Crochet Coaster Pattern by Team Member CapriceCreations

2011-12-28T09:13:00.000-05:00

Materials:

Any worsted weight yarn (cotton is best)
I hook (5.5 mm)
Large Eye Needle

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first DC), 11 DC in 3rd ch from hook. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. (12 DC)

Round 2: Ch 2 (counts as first DC), DC in same stitch, 2 DC in each stitch around. Join with sl st to top of Ch 2. (24 DC)

Round 3: Ch 2 (counts of first DC), DC in same stitch, DC in next stitch, *2 DC in next stitch, DC in next stitch* around. Join with sl st to top of Ch 2. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Easy Peasy! :) Experiment with different yarns! The possibilities are endless!

Thanks so much for sharing! You can find Janet of CapriceCreations HERE if you'd like to see her other projects :)

Back to School Theme Contest Winner!!

2011-09-07T08:53:00.000-04:00

Our Cafemom Team had a contest for best Back to School item and the winner is.....

The Crazy Elephant with her Complete Lunch Pack - Take Flight - set of reusable lunch bags - Sandwich bag - snack bag - napkin!!

Congrats!!!

Treasury curated by and featuring Team Members

2011-08-15T14:00:00.003-04:00

'Through the Eyes of a Child...' by purplmama

Wouldn't you just love to experience the end of summer as though you were a child again??

Neck Tie for a Little Guy Ph... palmnmoonbowti... $15.00	Holiday 2011 Boutique Custom... alyssanickohld... $48.00	Children Photography - Disco... Rustika $20.00
Ivy Cap Golf Cap in Brown Tw... Bucketbabies $35.00	ONLY 2 left...Vintage Flower... iheartbellasbo... $12.95	Matching Set of Pink Silk Ro... OneDelightfulD... $959.99
Boy Romper Pattern, Jon Jon ... footloosefancy... $9.95	large layered boutique bow cupcakesandsku... $12.00	Mommy and Me- Your Child'... surfingsilver $105.00
NEW Fall 2011 Roaring Twenti... halfpintboling $29.95	Black Bow tie For kids beliz82 $15.00	ButterCream Double Chiffon F... carolinagirlsx... $7.95
organic cotton hat, YOU PICK... heartsmiles $30.00	Childrens Baby Embellished H... KateEmersonDes... $42.00	Princess Aurora for your Sle... tinkerellacrea... $133.00
PERSONALIZED Little SuperHer... SDKdesigns $42.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Childhood Memories Theme Contest WINNER!!!

2011-08-10T13:27:00.000-04:00

This time around our theme for a contest among group members was "Childhood Memories". We were asked to submit a handmade item from our shop that was reminiscent of our childhood summers....

Our members voted, and The Crazy Elephant's Freezie Sleeves won!

We all remember eating Otter Pops and Freeze Pops in the hot sticky summers! The Crazy Elephant's sleeves protect little hands from the freezing cold (and prevent messy drips!) and best of all--they are earth friendly! You can reuse them over and over again...much better than the waste generated from wrapping a paper towel around them like my mom did :)

Meet Made 4You Boutique

2011-07-04T09:00:00.000-04:00

"I am a stay at home mother to one beautiful baby boy! I enjoy crafting, scrapbooking and photography just to name a few. I like to find different ways to express my creative side :) "

You can check out her shop HERE!

And as always, a few of my fav items from Kelly!

Cafemommers Treasury on Etsy

2011-07-02T09:00:00.000-04:00

'Cafemommers Group' by ThreadsOfGray

We are a group of Mom's who love to craft!

Wool Felt Travel Tic Ta... TwoKazoos $20.00	Hip hop monkeys ChildishThough... $20.00	Freshwater Pearl Neckla... PattysPrettyTh... $25.00
Starman Plush getyourgameon $10.00	Grammy's Chocolate ... LipSmackinCrea... $9.95	Customize a Crazy Owl H... Nell22 $18.00
TyeDye DS Messenger Cas... stitchnlove $20.00	Funky Robot--Fabric Co... badgereels $7.50	The Ryleigh Romper - Pi... RyleighsMomma $31.00
The Complete Lunch Pack... thecrazyelepha... $14.99	Hand Sculpted Clay Pink... DoReMiFa $1.49	Waterproof Robot, Brigh... dodgeboysmom $18.00
Toy Story Jessie Tutu P... tutucutepartyf... $7.25	Turquiose Pendant wolflinx $20.00	Simplicity - Sesame Jas... LauraStaley $49.50
The Owl and Pussy Cat M... DLJARTMEMORIES $18.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Meet Bonnie Lass Boutique!

2011-06-29T09:09:00.000-04:00

Introducing Bonnie Lass Boutique!

"My name is Tara and I am a married 26yr old mother of two. I love making hair bows for little girls including my own. I think they are absolutely timeless and the picture of childhood.
I began making bows for my daughter to match her different outfits and soon realized I could do the same for myself. That is why you will see accessories for girls and women in my shop.

I put forth a great amount of time and effort creating quality products...that not only I would wear but also my children, family and friends...I would not ship a product to a customer that I didn't first find acceptable to someone I know personally :) "

Here are a few items from her shop!

Mauby's Pattern Review

2011-06-21T10:50:00.000-04:00

Click on the adorable picture to read member Mauby's Pattern Review of these lovely slippers (AND you can enter to win a pair!)

Click here!

Backtrack--Tips for a great Craft Show!

2011-06-15T13:59:00.000-04:00

Its that time of year...when craft shows and farmer's markets start up for crafty folks like the CafeMommers! So I wanted to share an older post with you on some tips for a great craft show...so get your pad and paper ready to take some serious notes and click HERE!

Happy Craft Showing! :)

Meet Jaydemia!!

2011-05-19T12:53:00.000-04:00

Hi, It's Rozelyn of Jaydemia. My love for jewelry has inspired me to start a company that provides limited edition, high quality handmade jewelries.

In my search for unique materials, I fell in love with nature and recycling. Thus, Eco-Style Collection was born. Eco-Style jewelries highlight the use of small wood and shells that are abundant and are usually thrown away in the Philippines.

By working closely with a friend who started a Livelihood program for the wives and widowers of fishermen in a small island town in the Philippines, I was able to have uniquely handcrafted environment-friendly beads for my creations. At the same time, had the opportunity to help those really talented yet impoverish women. Each eco-bead used in this collection are pure labor of love and is fairly traded.

As what I always say, "With each Eco-Style jewelry, you'll not only LOOK good, you'll definitely FEEL good as well."

Meet the Crazy Elephant on Etsy!

2011-04-05T12:56:00.000-04:00

I'd like to introduce one of our team members, The Crazy Elephant!

"Adam and I went to school for media arts and animation. After we got married we started Morgan Media our small animation company online. We have done advertisements for .tv and Acer laptops. When we had our son, Jayne, our animation time went down to 0 and we started creating thing just for him. it started with the burp cloths for me. I designed them based on one I got a a gift, but adjusted it to work better for me. Many people asked where I got them and I told them that I made them. Then I started to get orders from people for them. Adam started by making Jayne the cutest little knit bear hat. That was just as popular. Then, in August, a friend of ours recommended that we sell our artwork on etsy. I thought of the success I had with the burp cloths when Jayne was a baby and decided to give it a shot. We opened The Crazy Elephant at the end of August 2009. The shop is named after Jayne, who loves elephants and spends many hours stomping..."

Here are a few of the items she carries in her Etsy shop!

Cafemom Love

2011-03-31T12:28:00.002-04:00

I just wanted to show you a few of the items I'm currently swooning over from the talented Moms in the Cafemom Group! Ready to drool??

I love (and I mean LLLOOOOVEEE) this adorable romper from Ryleigh's Room ! It ALMOST makes me wish I had a little girl...seriously. Maybe I'll just buy one and dress my son it in :)

These earrings from Hecates Jewelry are so simple, yet so elegant...and I love them! My birthday is coming up soon, want to buy them for me??

Again, if I had a little girl in my life to dress, these two bows would be perfect! I love the colors in the Cupcakes and Skulls Bows flip flop bow, and of course the amazing attention to detail in Two Kazoos Matryoshka doll clippie!

I could seriously eat pancakes everyday. I love them! Lip Smackin Creations came up with this five pack of pancake mixes in flavors like Peanut Butter, Strawberry Bliss and Chocolate Luv! How could you NOT like chocolate pancakes!

I know what you are going to say....You are tired of snow! But I love snowflakes. Seriously. I guess it comes from living in a Tropical Climate, and now an Eastern Coastal City....but I'm obsessed with snowflakes. Especially when they are hand crafted this beautifully! ShaunnaMichelle linked all those itty bitty tiny rings together to create this wonderful pendant!

Hope you like my favorites...Click away! And don't forget to search Etsy to find other talented Moms in the Cafemom Group!

Oh and in my person shop (ThreadsofGray) I'm having a sale to celebrate my new move....just enter the code "moving" to receive 20% off your purchase!

Happy Shopping! :)

Barbara

Where have we been?

2011-03-28T10:45:00.000-04:00

In case you were wondering, we've been undergoing some administrative changes in the group lately. Just trying to get things back on track. Please be patient with us, and also please reapply to the original Cafemom Street Team if you have let your membership relapse. (And the other outlets for the group are listed below as well)

Cafemom Team can be found HERE.
Facebook Group can be found HERE.
Official Etsy Street Team can be found HERE.

Please note that we are open to Moms who sell on any venue, not just Etsy....so come on back ya'll!!
We value the team's input and have some exciting changes underway...we are also looking for leaders, admins, and even having a logo designing contest! (Info on all that can be found in the Original Cafemom Team Page on Cafemom.com)

Seeing Green!

2011-02-22T14:18:00.000-05:00

I don't know about you, but I just love St. Patrick's Day! I live in Savannah, Georgia--home to the 2nd Largest St. Pats Parade in the US! Our whole town turns green for a week and its a party that only rivals Mardi Gras!

I'm ready, I've got my green gear, our Corned Beef (even though I don't eat meat myself) and Cabbage....and I thought I'd show you a few things that our team members are doing for the Green Holiday as well!!

PixelPerfectBoutique

TutuTwirls

Patty's Pretty Things

Heather's Custom Sewing

Cars Clay Art

Meet Andrea Baker

2011-01-26T09:00:00.000-05:00

Hello, thank you for visiting me today. My name is Andrea. I enjoy sewing and crafting. I've been sewing now for a few years and I rather enjoy it. I have 2 beautiful girls (14 yrs and 4 yrs). I also have a very supportive husband who is a professional magician.
Most of my time is taken up by several things, my children, my husband, and my obsession with sewing and creating!!

Andrea has two shops...her sewn items can be found HERE, and her photography site can be found HERE!

Meet Two Sugar Peas

2011-01-24T13:30:00.000-05:00

I am truely blessed to have such a wonderful husband and children. My husband is one of a kind, he has always encouraged me to do what makes me happy and my children have inspired me to use my creativity in unique ways.

You can find unique hairbows, hairbow holders, baby blankets, tutu tote bags, legwarmers and much much more at her shop HERE.

January Theme Challenge--SNOW!

2011-01-21T16:37:00.000-05:00

Here are the entries! Click on the picture to be taken to that member's shop!

Winner of "The Best Thing I Made This Year"

2011-01-06T10:31:00.006-05:00

is me! :)

I feel so silly blogging about myself...but this is my entry to the contest, and my reason WHY I thought it was the best thing I made.

This Gray Ribbon Brain Cancer Awareness Lap Quilt is my proudest shop-related sewing item this year! I was very nervous about making a quilt to sell, as I had only done ones for me and my family in the past....and this one sold almost as soon as it was listed....it went to a woman to give to her Mother in Law, who had just recently lost her brother to Brain Cancer, and the customer told me it would "warm those who are remembering a loved one".....It brought tears to my eyes....and the best part was that the fabrics themselves are from a Charity line of fabrics, so the money I spent to purchase them went to Cancer Research, then the profit I made off of it was donated to the American Brain Tumor Association...double charity donations! I can't help but smile when I see this quilt! And I completely plan to make more :)

My Shop is on vacation mode still, but once its back up and running you can click HERE to find me!

"The Best Thing I Made This Year" Contest

2010-12-31T08:00:00.001-05:00

Here are the entries so far for the "Best thing I made this year" contest in the Cafemom Group!

Gray Ribbon Lap Quilt by Threads of Gray

This Swarovski crystal heart bracelet by Ms. Rios Originals

Full Crayon Apron from Childish Thoughts

Dolphins at the beach - Quilted wall hanging or table topper 28 in. square by Quilting Diva

Pat Hat by Crafty Jones Creations

Vintage Inspired Apron from Heather's Custom Sewing

Cloth Menstrual Pads from Hen and Chick Cloth

Mermaid Molly from Heather's Doll Shop

Rockarella Punk Princess Quilt Blanket with Rockin Zebra Border from Cozy Cabin Creations

Pink/Brown Dots Pillowcase Dress with Flower Cuff with Owl Applique by Kids Fashions

Custom Snowman Family by Patty's Pretty Things

Ruby Lou Dolls by Kiwi and Kiki

November's Theme Winner is.....

2010-12-30T14:58:00.002-05:00

Linda at KidsFashions!!

With her Adorable Thanksgiving Dress!

Another Great Tutorial from one of our Members!

2010-12-22T09:10:00.002-05:00

Barbara at Threads of Gray has a new tutorial posted on her blog for repairing the knees of boys jeans in a creative, yet very BOY way!
Check it out HERE!

Gift Treasury!

2010-12-17T12:55:00.001-05:00

Looking for last inexpensive last minute gifts? Check out this Treasury on Etsy of handmade items from the Cafemom Group that are under $15

Click HERE!

Tutorial posted on member's blog today!

2010-12-14T10:52:00.003-05:00

Head on over to Heather's Blog, from Heather's Custom Sewing and check out her tutorial for a Crocheted Rag Rug!
Click HERE to go to the tutorial!

Meet Team Member Kenzy Bug!

2010-12-10T09:32:00.000-05:00

I am a work at home mom of 4 kids. I love making tutu bags. Since my daughter started dance we were looking for cute unique bags for her to carry her dance shoes and leotards in. Perfect size for that.

You can find her shop HERE!

If you've got a cute little girlie girl to buy gifts for, these bags are just too cute!

Meet Team Member Liza Belle Scrapbook Boutique!

2010-12-09T09:04:00.000-05:00

Hi! Welcome to Liza Belle's!

I am a stay at home mom of 2 little ones. They keep me busy...this shop keeps me sane! :-) Liza Belle's is a combination of my two favorite hobbies....scrap booking and collecting vintage!

I have a fresh take on scrap booking and LOVE to scout out (and create) interesting embellishments and papers. I also enjoy hunting for vintage finds at estate and garage sales, auctions, and the occasional flea market and antique store!

You can find her shop HERE!

Meet Team Member Heather!

2010-12-08T10:56:00.003-05:00

Heather is a busy woman, with THREE shops!!

Hi! I'm Heather. I'm 26 & I'm a stay at home mom, homemaker, housewife & seamstress. I have a 7 year old son (Ian) and our 2nd son joined us Oct 1, 2009 (Jameson). My husband (Justin) is in the military. He travels a lot but is currently not deployed. I spend all my extra time sewing and creating things that I love.

We are a smoke-free home and while we do have 2 kitties they are not allowed in my sewing room.

You can find her Custom Sewing Shop HERE, her Cloth Diaper Shop HERE, and her Doll Shop HERE!

Tutorial today on a member's blog!

2010-12-07T12:44:00.003-05:00

Head on over to Melanie's blog and check out her super cute tutorial to make polymer clay reindeer!!

Go HERE!

Meet The Girls Room Designs!

2010-12-06T11:52:00.003-05:00

Hi there! Thank you for stopping by my little piece of Etsy. Wanna know a little about me? I have an adorable 2 year old boy who is a total whirlwind, I love making my crafts and hope you love them too. I'm currently not "working" outside of the home, but you mama's out there know raising children is a full time job.

You can check out The Girls Room Designs on Etsy on HERE!

And here are a few of my favorite items!

Time to VOTE!!

2010-12-03T10:49:00.002-05:00

If you are a member of our Cafemom Team, please follow this link and vote for your favorite entry to the Thanksgiving Theme Contest!!

Meet Bugsie of Cardiology!

2010-11-29T12:08:00.003-05:00

Hi, I'm Bugsie, aka Michelle.

My previous handmade wares have included everything from purses to pillows to PJs and now I am simply doing back-flips about my latest creative endeavor! These handmade cards fashioned from all recycled and reused materials are, well ... so ME! I love vintage and I love letter writing! I like the idea that the cards are recycled AND pretty at the same time. Kind of girly and green all at once! Let's just say girlygreen! And I adore making them!

After spending my entire life in California, I moved to Texas with my husband and daughter almost 13 years ago. It has been a great experience for us, we've made wonderful friends here, and it's been a place where I have enjoyed so much creative layering.

A perfect day for me means spending hours and hours in my workshop (you should see it....it's really cool!) fueling my soul through creative work. Dogs snoring at my feet. Sunlight falling across my worktable spread with scraps of lovely old linens and bits of embroidery. It is my wish that you will enjoy my Cardiology line of stationery as a way to breathe life back into the art of letter writing, go green while you're at it, and with the help of a little postage stamp, sprinkle a few kind words around the planet.

A few of my favorite items from her shop!

Fall Cards
Watch Ring

And these adorable quilted tags!!

Thanksgiving Theme Contest Entries

2010-11-16T08:35:00.005-05:00

This month's theme is Thanksgiving and here are the entries!

Quilted Reversible Fall/Christmas Table Runner - 17 1/2 in. x 31 in. by Quilting Diva.

Handpainted Glasses by the Blushing Ivy

Personalized Reversible Brown Cord Turkey/ Red Cord Present Aline Dress by Kids Fashions by Linda

Set of 6 Clothespins ALTERED or MAGNETS---Happy Fall Yall, by MicroMops

Gobble Gobble I'm Stuffed Thanksgiving Turkey Table Runner, by CozyCabinCreations

Printable Personalized Recipe Cards - Autumn Pumpkins Fall Leaves Design, by Pixel Perfect Boutique

Meet PattysPrettyThings!

2010-11-11T08:33:00.000-05:00

Meet Patty, of Patty's Pretty Things on Etsy!

"I'm a stay-at-home mom of 1 terrific little boy, and I love to craft and make jewelry. Right now, polymer clay is my preferred medium, but that is subject to change at any moment!"

Patty has some amazing Holiday items in her shop, and I've personally gotten several pieces from her that I just adore! You can find her shop HERE!

This is my absolutely favorite necklace of all time, I purchased it from Patty and have even planned entire shopping trips around finding as many blouses as I can to match it!

And these beautiful ornaments that are for charity!

7PolkaDots Crochet Baby and Bassinet Tutorial

2010-11-10T08:45:00.000-05:00

From 7PolkaDots on Etsy, a member of the Cafemom Team!

These are my Baby Doll and Convertible Baby Bassinet Bag patterns. These are patterns I created early on and I do plan on creating some new ones hopefully soon.

I really hope you all enjoy these patterns for your personal use. Please do not use these patterns to make items for resale or in any way make a profit without my express written permission. Also please don't post any of these patterns to your blog but you can link to this bog if you like. If you have any questions regarding anything that you see here, the patterns, or if you would like limited permissions, please email me at etsy7polkadots@aol.com.

Click on the links below to download

:: Baby Doll :: Bassinet Bag ::

Thanks for sharing your fabulous tutorials 7PolkaDots! Check out her shop HERE!

Halloween Theme Contest Winner!

2010-11-09T08:47:00.000-05:00

is Stephanie from Two Kazoos with her Zombie of indifference magnet!

Tutorial: Hand Stamped Sterling Silver Jewelry

2010-11-08T09:37:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Kiwi of KiwiandKiki on Etsy for this awesome tutorial!

My latest addiction - once I learned how to make my own hand stamped sterling silvery jewelry (so easy!) I knew I had to share it with the world. One thing I learned while trying to find information on this craft was that it is hard to find information about it! :) This tutorial will outline the basic tools you need, and help you get started with how to use your tools.

Basic Tools:

You will need a mallet (or some people prefer to use a regular hammer), steel bench block, 600 grit sandpaper, polishing pads, design stamp (I use a snowflake stamp in this tutorial), black permanent marker (for the oxidizing look), 1/2 inch 24 gauge sterling silver disc, 1.7mm hole punch pliers, a sterling silver jump ring (sizes vary, use the size that you like best) and a necklace chain (I am using an 18" 1.2mm sterling silver ball chain.

Okay, after seeing that list, you should be getting the idea that this is not an inexpensive hobby/craft. It will take a little investment in the beginning, but it will pay off when you are creating beautiful pendants that people charge a lot of money for.

Okay- let's get started!

Step 1: Start by placing your sterling silver disc on the steel bench block. Place your design stamp carefully in the desired place on the disk. For this small pendant, I'll place the design slightly below the middle of the disc, so that when the hole is punch on the top, it still looks centered.

Step 2: Firmly hit your mallet against the design stamp several times, to ensure your design has been stamped into the sterling silver disc. You want to make sure you get it right the first time - otherwise, it would be difficult to place it perfectly back on top of the design to stamp it again.

Step 3: Using your hole punch pliers, place your disc in the hole punch, lining the disc up so that the hole will be place properly. Squeeze the punch tightly - if you don't do this correctly, you could end up damaging the disc, and you'll want to start all over again.

Step 4: This is the step that makes your design image pop off of the disc - to give your silver the "oxidized" look, we're going to cheat a little by using a black permanent marker to mark in the grooves of the design. When you are done, it will look something like the picture at right.

Step 5: Use the fine grit sandpaper to smooth off all edges of the disc, and then follow it up with the polishing pad. As you work the polishing pad over the design area, it will polish off the excess black marker, leaving your disc beautifully polished and your design will stand out on the disc.

Step 6: Add your jump ring and necklace chain (or you could make several of these and add them to a charm bracelet), and you are finished! Here is an up-close picture of my finished product. This particular sized disc also works well for single letter.

Thanks Kiwi! :)

Meet Crafty Chickies!

2010-11-07T09:19:00.002-05:00

Welcome to the Crafty Chickies Shoppe. Here you will find a variety of gifts for yourself, your friends and your loved ones. After a slow start, we are now ready to open for business. The Crafty Chickies are based in a small town in Southern Kentucky. All the gifts are hand-made either by myself or my daughter. Because all the items are made by us you will have the freedom to customize your purchase to fit your needs, colors or personality.

You can find CraftyChickies HERE!

Meet TheBlushingIvy!

2010-11-06T09:30:00.000-04:00

We are The Blushing Ivy, and we're glad you stopped by! The Blushing Ivy is 2 sisters; Tricia is a stay at home mom, and Jennifer is a housewife. Together, we bring a ton of creative background and come up with some amazing and beautiful projects.

Tricia:
I am a wife and mother of two. My daughter is 10 and my son is 7. I fell in love with craft making at a very young age, my household when I was young was full of making crafts. I just recently started hand painting and instantly found a passion in it. Naturally when I found out about Etsy I thought WHY NOT?

Jennifer:
I am a newlywed, and sister in law to Tricia. My background in crafts is very extensive. My mother, along with her best friend spend years and years at various craft fairs selling some of their work! So naturally, I pick up on the creative techniques from her. When I became a part of the family, I not only fell in love with my (now) husband, but his family too. We all have so much in common and often spend free time doing different projects.

You'll typically find us and the rest of our family hanging out at our parent's home on the weekends. We use this time to catch up since we last saw each other (which usually isn't very long), play board games, barbecue, and share in the humor that we all bring out in each other.

You can find Jennifer and Tricia HERE and HERE!

As always, here's a few of my personal favs from their shops!

Meet ThreadsOfGray!

2010-11-05T09:37:00.002-04:00

Hello!
I am a mother to a toddler boy, have a full time job, and sew in every "spare" moment I have!

I began sewing on my Mom's machine about a year after she passed away. I became completely addicted almost immediately.

Mom's life was taken by Brain Cancer at the age of 49. While cancer is affecting more and more people each day, the treatment options for Brain Cancer haven't changed much in the past 20 years.

I decided that I wanted to improve those statistics. I was also very disappointed in the products available that raise awareness of these "lesser known" cancers. So I put my new love of Mom's favorite hobby to use and created Ribbon Awareness Items. 100% of the proceeds from your purchase of these items will be donated to the American Brain Tumor Association in my Mother's name. I figure, more funding for more research may yield better survival rates...I mean, look what its done for Breast Cancer (which now boasts a 95% survival rate).

Sewing is like therapy for me, and I love sitting at the sewing machine, where I feel like she's watching over me, guiding me in creating new products.

You can find Barbara HERE!

Meet Whimsical Creations!

2010-11-04T09:45:00.000-04:00

Hello and Welcome. I am a mother of 2 wonderful children, ages 9 & 3. I have been crafting since I can remember. I come from a very crafty family. My favorite things to make are my polymer clay ornaments. I have been making these for about 15 years now. I started out making them as gifts for friends and family.

Melanie's shop can be found HERE.

She makes the cutest photo holders/placecard holders!

and ornaments!

Meet Stitch'N Love!

2010-11-03T09:38:00.000-04:00

I am a National Guard wife, my husband is an AGR in the Chinook unit in Savannah, GA. He is part of the rear detachment this year while his unit is in Afghanistan. Not by choice.

I am a mom to a total of six kids, four that I gave birth to and two that I did not, but my heart doesn’t see a difference. They range in ages of 20, 17, 15, 13, 4, and 2. Some are here all the time, some are here not so all the time, but we are a family no matter what. Having mostly boys, the house is bound to have a video game playing if we are at home.

I started up Stitch N Love back in April of 2008 when it became apparent to me that working outside the home just wasn’t going to work for the family but I wanted to be able to contribute monetarily. My grandma suggested quilting after I made a few blankets for friends and I grew it into more. I quickly knew that online as the best place for me to start, so I created a website. I am now on my second self-standing website: www.stitchnlove.com I opened my Etsy site in June 2008. My first “sale” was winning an Alchemy bid in July!

In my previous life, I was a kindergarten teacher and may go back when my baby is a bit older. I taught kindergarten for 5 years along with a year of 4th grade and a 4/5 multi age. I love working with children, it’s the politics of the public school system that burned me out.

Right now, I am enjoying having my own small business and being home to watch ALL my kids grow up.

She's another busy Cafemom Team Member, with a handful of shops...you can find her HERE, HERE, HERE and HERE!

I LOVE her Video Game cases!

Meet 7PolkaDots!

2010-11-02T10:55:00.000-04:00

My name is Chassity and I'm an Army Wife and mom to a beautiful little girl and have a boy on the way. I've always loved to create things and draw since as long as I can remember.

My mother taught me to crochet and knit at a very young age because it was the only way she could get any time to finish her own projects. My younger sisters and I would constantly interrupt her and ask her what she was doing. She figures that by teaching us how to do it we might sit still for a while, something every mother loves, LOL. I crocheted on and off while I was growing up but couldn't make more than a blanket or something flat. Being pregnant with my daughter made me want to share the love I felt for crocheted work with my baby by making her blankets, hats, and booties. While searching for patterns I could use to make these items I came across the wonderful world of amigurumi. I had never heard of it and was amazed by some of the work that I had seen online. There is such a large community out there and I just fell in love with it all. By working on free patterns that I had found online I was able to see how they were constructed and learned so much more about crochet and about myself. Since then I have learned to create my own patterns and create things I really love. My daughter has really been my inspiration in it all and I just love to create for her. If she wouldn't play with it then I wouldn't sell it. Her little hands inspire to me to try new things and see what she likes.

I really feel that crochet can create special memories that you can cherish forever, and I love to be able to give that to others. Every time I look at something that I've created, like a baby blanket for my daughter, I think not only of the time I spent making it but also the time I spent using it with my daughter. There's something very special about things that are made with love, which I pour into everything I make.

Not to long ago I was diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome due to my passion for needlework and since have had to slow down with my favorite pastime. Gripping the needles had become painful but I don't think I could live without crocheting. Giving it up entirely just isn't an option for me. Now I love to try to incorporate my crochet with other work that I love to do, like painting wooden objects. There's so much to explore and I now hope to be able to share that with you in my shop.

You can find Chassity HERE!

And as always, here's a few of my personal favorites from her shop!

Meet KiwiandKiki, Paisley Dreaming, Decal Dude and

2010-11-01T10:37:00.000-04:00

Kiwi and Kiki are two very busy women! They have four Etsy shops between them!

We are Kerry (Kiwi) and Kristin (Kiki), two sisters trying to be the best moms possible, while also doing what we love - crafting. We love to spend time crafting, planning parties, making hand-crafted cards, and shopping. Our daughters have inspired us to broaden our crafting into the nursery, and creating beautifully decorated nurseries. We firmly believe that God has given us the gift of creativity, and we love taking every opportunity we have to use it.

You can find them HERE, HERE and HERE, and HERE.

And these are some of their amazing items!

Meet BonnieLassBoutique!

2010-10-31T10:28:00.000-04:00

Welcome to Bonnie Lass Boutique!
My name is Tara and I am a married 26yr old mother of two.
I put forth a great amount of time and effort creating quality products...that not only I would wear but also my children, family and friends...I would not ship a product to a customer that I didn't first find acceptable to someone I know personally :)

All items are made in my smoke free and pet free home.
Thank you for visiting my shop!
Have a wonderful day!

You can find Tara's Etsy Shop HERE.

And here's a few of my favorite items from her shop!

Meet MsJCreations!

2010-10-30T10:19:00.002-04:00

Hi my name is Jessica and I'm a single mother of one, a four yr old daughter. She has inspired me to make bows, which I enjoy doing.

I love doing different crafts and learning new things.

In my spare time I enjoy reading, watching movies, and doing all sorts of crafts.

You can find MsJCreations on Etsy HERE, and on Artfire HERE!

Some of my favorite items in her shops are:

Meet Team Member WeeKnit!!

2010-10-29T09:40:00.002-04:00

Wee Knit is a mother-daughter team that makes the cutest little finger puppets! In our Cafemom Group, we love trying to guess who their new sets are!

Here's their bio:

WeeKnit consists of me (Jenny) and my mom (Tracy). We have been creating our knit creations in the picturesque mountains of Pleasant View, Utah since 1981.

In order to introduce you to WeeKnit, really I need to introduce you to my mom, Tracy. Tracy is the mastermind behind WeeKnit. We call her the chief “knit”wit. She is the designer and creator of the wonderful creations you’ll find here at WeeKnit. And while she would blush and deny my claim, she is indeed one of the most creative and hardest-working people I know.

For decades, she has been transforming the people, animals, and characters that children love into adorable finger puppets. What originally started out as a few neighborhood boutiques quickly evolved into a full-fledge business. And without looking back, she has been knitting ever since.

So please feel comfortable when you purchase from WeeKnit because we believe you are getting the best of both worlds. We are a business that prides itself on being professional and dependable. Yet we haven’t forgotten that much of our appeal is that we are the “small guy” producing quality handmade products. So please take a moment and look around our fun and imaginative world of knit creations.

You can find WeeKnit on Etsy HERE, and Artfire HERE

Here are a few of my favorite sets!

5 Little Monkeys

Superhero Set

Monsters Set

Meet HookedKeepsakes!

2010-10-28T08:38:00.005-04:00

Hello!

I am a mother of 2 kids. My son is mentally ill and has seizures. We have to go out of town for his specialists ( neurological and his eye specialist). I can not work because of his medical needs. I also have a daughter and she is healthy.

I decided that since I crochet every "spare" moment that I have, that I might as well sell some of my goodies to make some extra money to use when we have to go on those out of town doctor visits. Even though we do stay at the Ronald McDonald house when we need to, and it is free, we still like to try to donate some money to them for " taking care of us" when we need them. So all the sales that I make will go toward the trip and anything we need for the doctors.

I like to think that crocheting is what has got me through my son's 2 major brain surgeries (before he was 4 years old) and all of the doctors I have had to take him to.

All my items are made in my smoke free/pet free home!

You can find me on face book by searching Hooked KeepSakes

Check out her shop HERE!

Some of my favorite items are this adorable Owl Hat (pattern was made by another team member, CrazySocksCrochet)And this cute donut pincushion!

Halloween Theme Contest!

2010-10-27T14:17:00.027-04:00

Occasionally, the Cafemom Street Team does Theme Challenges where our members enter their items that go with the chosen theme and then we vote on them. Our current theme is Halloween, and these are our lovely entries!

Quilting Diva
Anita Crafty Creations
The Blushing Daisy
HippBowsBoutique
HeySweetCheeks
MsRiosOriginals
KidsFashionsbyLinda
TwoSugarPeas
NellsColorfulCreations
Enchanted Smiles
CozyCabinCreations
MsJCreations
HookedKeepsakes
CraftyChickies
FrecklesGalore
WeeKnit
TwoKazoos

We're back!

2010-10-27T14:06:00.002-04:00

Just a quick hello to tell you that no we haven't forgotten about our blog, we've just been super busy with the holidays approaching and school starting and things like that! Thanks for sticking around and be sure to check back soon as we'll be showing you some fantastic handmade creations and introducing you to our members!

A Bug’s Life

2010-05-25T15:00:00.004-04:00

This week the CST members showcased all those those fabulous creations inspired by all those buzzing, crawling and fluttering insects in our "A Bug's Life" theme contest and our winner is Cozy Cabin Creations with her Bugalicious Bugs Pillowcase Dress...

Check out the rest of Cozy Cabin Creations' shop for more adorable, affordable and versatile handmade creations...

Purple Passion

2010-05-18T14:00:00.003-04:00

This week CST members showcased all those those fabulous creations inspired by the color purple in our "PURPLE PASSION" theme contest and this contest rocks with a three way tie! Our winners are...

Patty’s Pretty Things with her Amethyst Dreams Earrings

Kids Fashions by Linda with her Lavender Purple A-line Dress Set

and Tinkerella Creations with her Fancy Nancy Dress

Make sure to check out the rest of these ladies shops for more fabulous handmade creations...

GOING TO THE CHAPEL

2010-05-17T13:38:00.005-04:00

This week the CST members showcased all those those fabulous creations perfect for celebrating wedded bliss in our "GOING TO THE CHAPEL" theme contest and our winner is Pocketful of Sunshine with her Custom Damask Wedding Invitation...

Check out the rest of Pocketful of Sunshine's shop for more paper creations to delight your soul...

MOTHER'S DAY

2010-05-04T13:25:00.000-04:00

This week the CST members showcased all those those fabulous creations inspired by a mother's love in our "MOTHER'S DAY" theme contest and our winner is Patty's Pretty Things with her Hold My Hand Necklace...

Check out the rest of Pattys Pretty Things' shop for more unique jewelry and accessories at an affordable price...

SWEET TREATS

2010-04-30T21:23:00.006-04:00

This week the CST members showcased all those those fabulous creations inspired by those "Oh so delicious" goodies in our "SWEET TREATS" theme contest and our winner is Lip Smackin’ Creations with her Ooey Gooey Craisin Chip Cookie Mix...

YUMMY!!!!!

Check out the rest of Lip Smackin’ Creations' shop for more delicously sweet treats...

Pretty in Pink

2010-04-20T20:53:00.010-04:00

This week the CST members showcased all those fabulous creations inspired by the color pink in our "PRETTY IN PINK" theme contest and our winner is Kids Fashions by Linda with her Reversible Monogrammed Pink/Cherries Aline Dress Handmade...

Check out the rest of Kids Fashions by Linda's shop for more custom handmade children's clothing...

"F" is for...

2010-03-29T21:02:00.005-04:00

Remember making those "Letter of the Week" books in kindergarten? Well CST members do! This week CST showcased our "F" creations and created our very own CST "F" Book in our "F" IS FOR... theme contest and our winner is Ms. Rios Originals!

"F" is for...

Family Tree Charm Necklace by Ms. Rios Originals

Check out the rest of Ms. Rios Originals' shop for more beautiful collections of handmade jewelry...

MOD

2010-03-18T14:30:00.001-04:00

This week the CST members went MOD with our "MOD" theme contest and our winner is Half-Pint Creations with her Modern Kimono Sleeve Peasant Dress...

Check out the rest of Half-Pint Creations' shop for more whimsical designs meant to inspire the child in all of us...

SPRING

2010-03-10T14:00:00.005-05:00

This has been an extremely long and an extrmemly cold winter! Well the CST members are ready for SPRING... how about you?

This week CST members showcased those new, fresh and cheerful Spring inspired creations in our "SPRING" theme contest. Two Sugar Peas is our winner whith her Shocking Pink and White Hairbow Bouquet...

Check out the rest of Two Sugar Peas' shop for more unique handmade items for children of all ages...

LUCK O' THE IRISH

2010-03-07T10:00:00.000-05:00

"May good luck be with you

wherever you go,

and your blessings outnumber

the Shamrocks that grow!"

This week the CST members got into the St. PAtrick's Day spirit with our "LUCK O' THE IRISH" theme contest and our winner is Kids Fashions by Linda with her Luck O The Irish Aline Top with Matching Pants Set...

Check out the rest of Kids Fashions by Linda's shop for more custom handmade children's clothing...

BABY SHOWER

2010-03-06T21:00:00.000-05:00

This weeks theme contest showcased all those adorable creations for mommy and baby in our very own CST "BABY SHOWER"!!!!!

Lila's Bowtique is our winner with her 9 Piece Diaper Bag Gift Set...

Check out the rest of Lila's Bowtique for more gifts for mommy and baby...

Animal Planet

2010-03-05T12:20:00.000-05:00

This week the CST members showcased all those fabulous creations inspired by wildlife around us in our "Animal Planet" theme contest!

Our winner is Flutter Brush with her Baby and the Bird Painting...

Make sure to check out the rest of Flutter Brush's shop for more beautiful fine art prints for children...

M is for...

2010-03-03T15:22:00.010-05:00

Remember making those "Letter of the Week" books in kindergarten? Well CST members do! Last week CST showcased our "M" creations and created our very own CST "M" Book in our "M" IS FOR... theme contest!

And to make this contest even more exciting... we have a 3 way tie!!!!!

"M" is for...

The MIA Hat by Crazysocks Crochet

Crochet Pattern or Custom Listing

Monkey Finger Puppet Set by WeeKnit

Mustache Crayons by Chase Dreams

Check out the rest of these Momartisan's fabulous creations...

Love is in the Air!

2010-02-01T15:27:00.006-05:00

February is here and everyone is feeling the love!

This week CST got in the mood for love with our "Love is in the Air!" theme contest. Our winner is Hoffee and a Nuffin with her Sock Monkey - From Me to You...

Check out the rest of Hoffee and a Nuffin's shop for more sock monkey fun...

BLACK & WHITE

2010-01-24T14:46:00.005-05:00

This weeks theme contest was "BLACK & WHITE" and mod momME is our winner with her Clutch Purse - Black with White Scrolls...

Check out the rest of mod momME's shop to help you rediscover the "ME" in mommy...

POLKA DOT PARTY

2010-01-21T21:55:00.005-05:00

This week CST members showcased some fun creations in our "POLKA DOT PARTY" theme contest and we had a tie!!!!! Our winners are...

Cozy Cabin Creations with her Polka Dot Palooza Girls Pillowcase

and Cowlick Cutie with her Petite Polka Headband

Make sure to check out these Momartisan's shops for more fun handcrafted goodies...

INNOVATION

2010-01-21T21:23:00.006-05:00

in·no·va·tion

Pronunciation: \ˌi-nə-ˈvā-shən\
Function: noun
Date: 15th century
1 : the introduction of something new
2 : a new idea, method, or device : novelty

- in·no·va·tion·al \-shnəl, -shə-nəl\ adjective

New year... new creations!!!!! CST members are getting their creative mojo on in 2010 and have created some fabulous new items and showcased them in our "INNOVATION" theme contest. Our winner is Creative Jewelry Designs by Laura Staley with her Tuscan sunrise...Pink Lepidolite, Copper and Magnesite Set...

Make sure to check out the rest of Creative Jewelry Designs by Laura Staley's shop for more unique jewelry that helps you make a fashion statement...

ALL I WANT...

2010-01-21T13:58:00.024-05:00

The Cafemom Street Team was working very hard creating the perfect gifts for people to give their loved ones this holiday season and to have a little fun we wanted to know what was on our members own wishlist. Our members shared what they would have liked wrapped with a bow handmade with love by a fellow CST member!

cozycabinmom has Santa's Little Helper from Hoffe and a Nuffin on her wishlist...

Cozy says... "Love her....Love her shop...Keep saying one day...I'm gonna get me one of these adorable monkey's!!!!!"

southernlamom has wanted a painting from Flutterbrush "FOREVER"! It was hard for her to decide which one and even though her boys are past the "baby" stage, she would still love Babymoon Love...

McQueeney has a very special item on the "tip top" of her wishlist...

this Sterling Silver Hand Formed Awareness Ribbon Necklace from Paisley Dreaming. She can even get it monogrammed to say "Mom" in honor of her mother.

blessedbybaby has something on her wishlist to indulge and pamper herself with...

a Large Gift Box from Cosmic Clean Body where the soap is out of this world!

Nells has this Retro Brown, Orange and Blue 6 Pocket Purse from Quilting Diva on her wishlist...

QuiltingDiva76 is addicted to all things coffee so this little guy is on her wishlist...
Coffee Lovin' Mini Sock Monkey Card from Hoffe and a Nuffin !

maddysmomma21 would "LOVE" to have this Fuzzy Flower Pen Bouquet from Fleur de Ink...

Mom2M2 wants this Hand Stamped Sterling Silver .75 inch Washer with Custom Wording from Paisley Dreaming with her children's names...

g0_romanovs has "always loved" this Swirly Dots - Crayon Apron from ChildishThoughts...

timestwo2005 "LOVES" this Ashleigh Pendant from Eclisse Creazioni...

FABULOUS creations from extremely talented Momartisans!!!!!

Shop Cafemom Street Team!!!!!

Remember to use search tags "cafemom team" (Etsy) and "cst guild" (ArtFire) to find more wonderful handmade creations from mommy's making a difference!!!!!

Latest Mom Attack Victim..........

2009-12-16T10:15:00.000-05:00

Was Larisa from LRVCustomCreations! Larisa has been a member of our Cafemom Team since Novemer 2008 and we're happy to say she was our last Mom Attack Victim!

Larisa carries a variety of items in her shop including aprons, boo boo bunnies, jewelry and bath salts. So you can get look pretty, stay clean and ease your boo boos all from the same shop!! :)

Thanks to all who helped participate in this attack, you can continue to promote Larisa via Twitter, Facebook, VoteHandmade, etc. And of course shop with Larisa and all our Cafemom Members!! :) Just search Etsy for "Cafemom Team" and Artfire for "CST guild".

Here's a sampling of Larisa's work, click each pic to be taken to the listing!

Who will our next victim be????

SPARKLE & SHINE

2009-12-14T14:08:00.004-05:00

This week CST members showcased those fabulous creations that sparkle, shine, glitter, flash, twinkle, and dazzle in our "SPARKLE & SHINE" theme contest. Our winner is Intention with her All That Glitters... Gold and Gemstones Treasure Lariat Necklace!

Check out Intention's shop for more unique jewelry that helps you proclaim your intentions...

Gifts from the Heart

2009-12-08T13:52:00.006-05:00

"Christmas gift suggestions: To your enemy, forgiveness. To an opponent, tolerance. To a friend, your heart. To a customer, service. To all, charity. To every child, a good example. To yourself, respect."

~ Oren Arnold

This weeks theme contest was "Gifts from the Heart" and Two Kazoos is our winner with her Wool Felt Heart Magnets for Charity...

Two Kazoos has a current on-going project called HEART MAGNETS FOR CHARITY and a different charity will get the proceeds from the sales of these magnets each quarter.

This quarter the proceeds will go to Spirit Jump.

Spirit Jump is a grassroots non-profit organization with a mission to provide hope and comfort to the many men, women and children battling cancer. Spirit Jump accomplishes this by providing uplifting cards and inspirational gifts during this most difficult time.

Please visit www.spiritjump.org to learn more about this wonderful organization.

Check out Two Kazoos shop for more fun wool felt goodies...

October Craft-A-Long

2009-12-04T14:48:00.011-05:00

fru⋅i⋅tion

noun

1. attainment of anything desired; realization; accomplishment: After years of hard work she finally brought her idea to full fruition.
2. enjoyment, as of something attained or realized.
3. state of bearing fruit.

The October Craft-A-Long theme was "Come to Fruition"and this month we have a tie! Our winners are...

Mamas Little Monkeys with her Pumpkin Soap in which she was inspired by fall fruit.

and Two Kazoos with her Advent Calendar in which she ventured in creating it after thinking about doing one of these for over a year now.

Check out more terrific handmade items from these momartisans...

Mamas Little Monkeys

Two Kazoos

The Craft-A-Long is a monthly challenge that gives a chance for members to be newly inspired and create a completely NEW item! Different from the Weekly Theme Contest were members post currently listed or sold products in their shops, the Craft-A-Long is to see how creative everyone is and how different our crafts are when we are all working toward the same goal.

Mellow Yellow

2009-12-01T12:15:00.000-05:00

This weeks theme contest was MELLOW YELLOW and Ventichai is our winner with her Buzz Baby Bee Newborn Baby Knit Seed Pod Cocoon Plus Hat...

Check out Ventichai for more fun knits, baby pods, hats and more...

"C" is for...

2009-11-30T13:43:00.006-05:00

Remember making those "Letter of the Week" books in kindergarten? Well CST members do! Last week CST showcased our "C" creations and created our very own CST "C" Book in our "C" IS FOR... theme contest!

FlutterBaby Gifts won with her BuggieBaby Cotton RattlePillar...

"C" is for... Cute Cotton Caterpillar!!!!!

Check out FlutterBaby Gifts for more amazing and adorable crochet creations...

This Week's Mom Attack Victim Is...........

2009-11-29T11:12:00.000-05:00

Pocketful of Sunshine aka, Blessed by Baby! Maria is a faithful Cafemommer and admin for our Cafemom Street Team. Unbeknownest to her, (if that's not a word, I'm declaring it one) she was selected to be this week's Mom Attack Victim!

No, we don't horribly beat our members! Mom Attack is where we choose one unsuspecting member and 'attack' their shops--promoting, buying if possible, and overall supporting the team member!

Maria is a fabulous paper crafter and friend to the team. She helps us keep things rolling and the members motivated. I have personally used her business card holder/thank you cards and they are fabulous! Whether you need cards, business card holders, or altered paper crafts, head on over to Pocketful of Sunshine and find what you need! You can also follow her blog and find out what's new.

Here are some awesome items from Maria's Etsy Shop!

BFF Sock Monkey Card

Custom Business Card Thank You Notes

Joy of the Season Card

So get on over to her shop and get to looking!!

~~Amy/Mama

BRRRR… It’s Cold Outside!

2009-11-16T12:59:00.003-05:00

Winter is officially upon us and CST has been braving the cold in style with this weeks theme contest "BRRRR… It’s Cold Outside!" Our winner is Hopscotch Square with her Penguin Peasant Top and Ruffled Pant Set...

Check out Hopscotch Square's shop for more fun clothing and accessories...

Mom Attack Victim Is..............

2009-11-15T10:25:00.002-05:00

The fabulous Half-Pint Creations!! This awesome Cafemommer can sew, sculpt and do just about anything she puts her mind to! Her fantastic Turkey Hat has been watched and inquired about by the likes of Martha Stewart!! This mom of two girls can get you hooked up for the holiday season with holiday themed ornaments or some cute fleece hats for your own half pint!

No matter how you swing it, there is some cuteness to be found in this shop!! So head on over to Half-Pint Creations and get your half pint on! And be sure to check out her blog also!

DO NOT OPEN TILL CHRISTMAS!

2009-11-09T15:07:00.007-05:00

Have you started your holiday shopping for the naughty & nice on your Christmas list? In this weeks theme contest "DO NOT OPEN TILL CHRISTMAS!", CST showcased how we are getting ready for the holiday shopping and stocking up our shops with wonderful handmade creations for everyone on your list.

This weeks winner is CrazySocks Crochet with her Baby Santa Hat...

Check out CrazySocks Crochet's shop for more awesome hand-crocheted items...

And don't forget to use the following search tags while doing your holiday shopping
to find fabulous handmade items created by the Cafemom Street Team...

Etsy Search Tag: CafeMom Team
ArtFire Search Tag: CST Guild

Let's Talk Turkey!!!!!

2009-11-03T13:03:00.007-05:00

CST is getting ready for the Thanksgiving Holiday in style with this weeks theme contest "Let's Talk Turkey!" Our winner is Half-Pint Creations with her Fleece Cooked Turkey Hat...

Make sure to check out Half-Pint Creations for more whimsical creations for your little one...

This Week's Mom Attack Victim Is...........

2009-11-01T09:09:00.000-05:00

LullabyLoft!! This super awesome Cafemommer has a lot for me to write about so I'll surely miss something! So be sure you get on over to her shops on Etsy and Artfire and check out her super cute goodies!
And her prices are amazing!! Check out this adorable PERSONALIZED set

Or check out this ADORABLE bird bib!

The Cafemom Team is proud of it's members because we're the best darn team out there! So head on over to Lullaby Loft's shops and get to shopping!! :)

~~~
Mama

It's Hip to Be Square

2009-10-26T20:34:00.004-04:00

This weeks theme contest was IT'S HIP TO BE SQUARE. Cozy Cabin Creations is our winner with her Girls Bright Bold and Colorful I Spy Snuggle Quilt...

Check out Cozy Cabin Creations for more amazing creations for children...

September Craft-A-Long

2009-10-22T13:15:00.000-04:00

The September Craft-A-Long theme was "Labor of Love" and the winner is Kiwi and Kiki with her Tan Micro Suede and Faux Sherpa Baby Boots in which she ventured in altering her pattern to make it work for this fabric...

Check out more handmade items for your entire family by Kiwi and Kiki...

The Craft-A-Long is a monthly challenge that gives a chance for members to be newly inspired and create a completely NEW item! Different from the Weekly Theme Contest were members post currently listed or sold products in their shops, the Craft-A-Long is to see how creative everyone is and how different our crafts are when we are all working toward the same goal.

"S" is for...

2009-10-21T14:11:00.006-04:00

Remember making those "Letter of the Week" books in kindergarten? Well CST members do! This week CST showcased our "S" creations and created our very own CST "S" Book in our "S" IS FOR... theme contest!

FlutterBrush won with her Winter Wonderland Print featuring...

"S" is for... snow! snowmen! sledding! sking! stocking caps! and shushing!

Check out FlutterBrush for more amazing fine art prints for children...

Let the Attack Begin...CST Mom Attack Tonight!!!!

2009-10-12T20:45:00.001-04:00

This week the lucky attack victim is Honeybee's Creations...

Honeybee's Creations on Etsy

Honeybee's Creations on ArtFire

Every two weeks, the Cafemom Street Team chooses a worthy Cafemommer and ATTACKS their shop(s)!

Why do we do this?

Well, because Cafemommers ROCK of course!! We have some of the BEST artisans on Etsy, Artfire, and MORE and we're proud of it! Our members deserve some props so each week admins choose a member who fits several criteria including, supporting team members, participation, and of course all around awesomeness!

Rules for CST Mom Attack...

*Buy anything and everything that strikes you!

*If you can't buy, please find a way to promote this mom. Spread the word... Tweet, Plurk, Blog, post a thread on Etsy and ArtFire, etc!

*Buy and Promote... it's more fun that way!

HOME SWEET HOME

2009-10-11T20:53:00.006-04:00

There's no place like home.

This week CST showcased our creations that remind us of home in our HOME SWEET HOME theme contest. AND, we had a tie!

Two Kazoos won with her Home Felt Banner...

And Pattibears Place won with her Holiday Welcome Sign...

Check out both of these ladies shops for other amazing handmade items...

Two Kazoos

Pattibears Place

Blue & Green Inspiration

2009-10-04T09:58:00.022-04:00

The color combo of Blue & Green were this weeks theme contest inspiration. Kiwi and Kiki is our winner with her Baby or Toddler Soft sole Shoes with Satin Ribbon...

Check out Kiwi and Kiki for other amazing handmade items for your entire family...

Ready, Set, Shop... CST Mom Attack Tonight!!!!!

2009-09-28T20:45:00.006-04:00

This week the lucky attack victim is Ms. Rios Originals...

Every two weeks, the Cafemom Street Team chooses a worthy Cafemommer and ATTACKS their shop(s)!

Why do we do this?

Well, because Cafemommers ROCK of course!! We have some of the BEST artisans on Etsy, Artfire, and MORE and we're proud of it! Our members deserve some props so each week admins choose a member who fits several criteria including, supporting team members, participation, and of course all around awesomeness!

Rules for CST Mom Attack...

*Buy anything and everything that strikes you!

*If you can't buy, please find a way to promote this mom. Spread the word... Tweet, Plurk, Blog, post a thread on Etsy and ArtFire, etc!

*Buy and Promote... it's more fun that way!

TRICK OR TREAT

2009-09-28T13:48:00.005-04:00

Let's be spooky. Lets have fun!
We'll scare ourseves before we're done
with ghosts and goblins - winds that howl -
Things that fly and things that prowl.
We'll talk about such creepy stuff
until we both get scared enough
to hear things that we cannot see
and see things that just cannot be.
Let's be spooky - you and me.

~ Bobbi Katz

This week CST got in the Halloween spirit with our TRICK OR TREAT theme contest. Hoffee and a Nuffin is our winner with her Three-Eyed Zombie Mummy Monster...

Check out Hoffee and a Nuffin for the other amazing sock monkeys and more...

Cafemom Street Team So Happy Together....FALL!

2009-09-22T13:22:00.004-04:00

Fall is here and to help celebrate the change in season, CST has created a "Fall Edition" of our fun yearly theme (CST... So Rockin' Together) to showcase items from one member's shop paired with items from other member's shops.

This weeks featured CST So Happy Together... Fall was handpicked by Cozy Cabin Creations:

Cozy's Owls and Pumpkins Fleece Pillowcase Dress...

is "So Happy Together" with Crazy Socks Crochet's Little Pumpkin Beanie...

is "So Happy Together" with Pocketful of Sunshine's AUTUMN GREETINGS - Fall Holiday Card...

is "So Happy Together" with Butterfly Gem's M2MG Hoot Owl Fall Forest Polymer Clay Necklace...

Texture Rich

2009-09-20T13:04:00.006-04:00

Have you ever seen a product that is so rich in texture that it makes us just want to reach out and touch it?

This weeks theme contest winner, Threads of Gray, did just that with her Pleated Handbag...

Check out all the other amazing handmade accessories over at Threads of Gray...

CST Sushi... So Rockin' Together!

2009-09-18T13:09:00.008-04:00

CST... So Rockin' Together is a fun yearly theme to showcase items from one member's shop paired with items from other member's shops.

This weeks featured CST... So Rockin' Together was handpicked by Threads of Gray:

Threads of Gray's Favorite Take Out Handbag...

is "So Rockin' Together" with Rockerchic's "Rice is Nice but Sushi is Better" Necklace...

is "So Rockin' Together" with Cherries Rock My Socks's Sweet Sushi Hand Cast Resin Earrings...

August Craft-A-Long

2009-09-15T13:11:00.010-04:00

Last month the Cafemom Street Team began a new theme contest. The Craft-A-Long is a monthly challenge that gives a chance for members to be newly inspired and create a completely NEW item! Different from the Weekly Theme Contest were members post currently listed or sold products in their shops, the Craft-A-Long is to see how creative everyone is and how different our crafts are when we are all working toward the same goal.

The August Craft-A-Long theme was "Cultivate the Mind" and the winner is Patty's Pretty Things with her Dancing Waters Necklace in which she ventured in using gold leaf with clay...

Check out more unique jewelry and accessories by Patty's Pretty Things...

CST Mom Attack Tonight... HAPPY SHOPPING!!!!!

2009-09-14T20:45:00.008-04:00

This week the lucky attack victim is Turtley Awesome Crafts...

Turtley Awesome Crafts on Etsy

Turtley Awesome Crafts on ArtFire

Sewopolis on Etsy

Sewopolis on ArtFire

My Ouchie Pouchie

Every two weeks, the Cafemom Street Team chooses a worthy Cafemommer and ATTACKS their shop(s)!

Why do we do this?

Well, because Cafemommers ROCK of course!! We have some of the BEST artisans on Etsy, Artfire, and MORE and we're proud of it! Our members deserve some props so each week admins choose a member who fits several criteria including, supporting team members, participation, and of course all around awesomeness!

Rules for CST Mom Attack...

*Buy anything and everything that strikes you!

*If you can't buy, please find a way to promote this mom. Spread the word... Tweet, Plurk, Blog, post a thread on Etsy and ArtFire, etc!

*Buy and Promote... it's more fun that way!

DINOLAND

2009-09-13T09:58:00.010-04:00

Boom boom acka-lacka lacka boom,
Boom boom acka-lacka boom boom...

Open the door, get on the floor
Everybody walk the dinosaur!

This week CST went prehistoric in our DINOLAND theme contest. Michelle Morgan Original Art is our winner with her Colorsaurus Gift Set - Children's 3 Book Set...

Check out all the other amazing original art over at Michelle Morgan's shop...

CST... So Rockin' & Rollin' Together!

2009-09-09T15:27:00.000-04:00

CST... So Rockin' Together is a fun yearly theme to showcase items from one member's shop paired with items from other member's shops.

This weeks featured CST... So Rockin' Together was handpicked by Mama's Little Monkeys:

Mama's Rock and Roll Flannel and Terry Cloth Wipes...

is "So Rockin' Together" with Andrea Evans Design's Rock Star Sterling Silver Guitar Pick...

is "So Rockin' Together" with Rocker bye baby's Blue Boys Regent Skulls Polo...

is "So Rockin' Together" with Ms. J Creations' Guitar Tile Pendant...

For the Birds

2009-09-06T09:48:00.005-04:00

Cozy Cabin Creations takes the win for the second week in a row with her Cozy Cabin Birds Nest in this weeks theme contest, FOR THE BIRDS!!!!!

Check out all the other amazing creations over at Cozy Cabin Creations...

CST...So Rockin' Together Skulls!

2009-09-02T14:06:00.000-04:00

CST... So Rockin' Together is a fun yearly theme to showcase items from one member's shop paired with items from other member's shops.

This weeks featured CST... So Rockin' Together was handpicked by Cozy Cabin Creations:

Cozy's Rockarella Punk Princess Sparkle Crossbones Hearts and Bows Black Girls Pillowcase Dress...

is "So Rockin' Together" with Sweet Southern Design's Punk Skull Bow...

is "So Rockin' Together" with Quilting Diva's Skulls and Crossbones 6 Pocket Purse...

is "So Rockin' Together" with Cherries Rock My Socks' Blinged Out Black Glitter Hand Cast Skull Earrings...

CST Mom Attack Tonight!!!!!

2009-08-31T20:50:00.019-04:00

Every two weeks, the Cafemom Street Team chooses a worthy Cafemommer and ATTACKS their shop(s)! Why do we do this?

Well, because Cafemommers ROCK of course!! We have some of the BEST artisans on Etsy, Artfire, and MORE and we're proud of it! Our members deserve some props so each week admins choose a member who fits several criteria including, supporting team members, participation, and of course all around awesomeness!

This week the lucky attack victim is Caprice Creations...

Caprice Creations on Etsy

Caprice Creations on ArtFire

Bettie's Books

Rules for CST Mom Attack...

*Buy anything and everything that strikes you!

*If you can't buy, please find a way to promote this mom. Spread the word... Tweet, Plurk, Blog, post a thread on Etsy and ArtFire, etc!

*Buy and Promote... it's more fun that way!

WILD WILD WEST

2009-08-30T21:00:00.000-04:00

Howdy partner!

This week CST wrangled up some ruttin' tuttin' crafts in our WILD WILD WEST theme contest. Cozy Cabin Creations is our winner with her Rootie Tootie Cowgirl Cutie Girls Flannel Pillowcase Dress...

Check out all the other amazing creations over at Cozy Cabin Creations...

TRUE BLUE

2009-08-23T20:31:00.000-04:00

This weeks theme contest winner is Hannah's Hands with her stunning REAL Lapis Lazuli Drop Earrings entry in our "True Blue" theme...

Here is a small peek into Hannah's Hands...

Sleepy? Take A Nap!

2009-08-18T19:57:00.000-04:00

Another Weekly Theme contest over at the Cafemom Street Team... AND, we had a tie!!!!!

Our theme this week was "Take A Nap!" and The Blue Beadle & Lala's Pequenos are our winners!!!!!

Get comfy and cozy with these great finds...

The Blue Beadle won with her Blue, Green, and Purple Swirls Fleece Blanket Set.

Check out The Blue Beadle for more terrific handmade goodies!

Lala's Pequenos won with her Math Geek Noonie.

Check out Lala's Pequenos for more cozy handmade goodies!