Featured on "what mommysays" ... Thanks!

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WMS About - The Mommy & Me Boutique

8/08/2008 11:33:00 AM | Fashion and Jewelery with 6 comments »

Think aprons are boring? Think again! The Mommy & Me Boutique offers an array of beautiful custom made aprons. I found myself smiling at how cute and funky some of these aprons were and knew this place was just the thing to feature on WMS! Other items available at The Mommy & Me Boutique are: Toddler skirts and aprons Blankets Girl Doll clothes Baby items Here are a few pictures to give you an idea of what's available at The Mommy & Me Boutique.

So if you'd like to place an order or contact the owner for more information, go visit The Mommy & Me Boutique today!!

Personality Feature .. Everyone Has A Story! Megan of Prim and Proper

Prim and Proper ... everything moms!

Meet the new kid on the block! Megan is up and running with her new blog -

August 12, 2008

PRIM AND PROPER LAUNCH

Welcome to Prim and Proper, a blog dedicated to all moms and everything moms. Here you will find great product reviews, cool giveaways, and links to other great mom blogs and boutiques.

Megan is a fun, energetic young mom with 2 boys, one six years old and the youngest was born in May. Megan has always had a creative bent being influenced by her sister Kathleen and her Grandma. Megan proudly says her grandmother, age 85, still makes beautiful afgans.

I think Megan truly defines the meaning of "high energy" ... Besides her Prim and Proper blog, she just opened her online jewelry store with Etsy, she is a full time nursing student,, hairstylist and has an adoring husband. Megan's youngest son has special needs (Cornelia de Lange Syndrome and being a loving and dedicated mom she spends a great deal of time reading up on this.(www.cdlsusa.org).

As far as creative inspirations Megan says , " I kind of just create what I feel at that very moment. I am always trying to prove to myself that I can be successful.... As Far as competition that is not a concern at this point, being pretty new to all of this. I feel that everyone has a different creative style; II think that if you are unique and different, then that is what catches the consumers eye."

Why did I want to interview Megan of Prim and Proper? ... Because she is special, she is unique, she is one of a kind!

FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - Allyon67 -

ALLYON67 - today's featured etsy artist in the 90 Feature Challenge -

Original, Modern, Fine Art By Contemporary Artist, Pamela Miller.

Pamela's work consists of Abstract, Cityscape, Seascape, Asian, Fantasy, Animal (i.e fish, Cat, Horse Art), Nudes, ACEO's, SFA and Still Lifes. She uses a range of mediums such as Acrylic, Watercolor and Mixed Media.

Art is Pamela's passion. I would like to use her words to express herself: "I feel that creating art is a way of sharing our soul with others. As you will see in my artwork: sometimes I am very flamboyant and always colorful, sometimes confidant and peaceful, other times angry or chaotic. I think all of my emotions; passions come out in my works. Sometimes I layer it on thick (paint and words) and other times I flirt with the canvas with light feathery strokes. My art reflects my beliefs in love, warmth, generosity, loyalty, and honesty. I'm inspired by science, fantasy, martial arts, architecture, and nature (especially water).

You will find a lovely range of art work in her etsy shop,

http://allyon67.etsy.com. Pamela not only creates beautiful works of art but also beautiful, unique jewelry. You will also want to visit her blog : http://pmillerabstractart.blogspot.com

FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - Damdesigns

MEET etsy artist: DAMdesigns - creator of unique and original art. Dam designs offers a interesting array of items where she has incorporated her talent of drawing and painting and using a beautiful mixture of design and color in each piece. I have shown just a few examples but you can see all of her work at her etsy store and blog: ttp://www.Damdesigns.etsy.com ttp://www.damdesigns.blogspot.com Within her flexibility of creating you will find her designs in gift tags, poster prints, original art pieces, aceo prints, photography, and wearable art such as pendants and earrings. Damdesigns creations are beautiful, original, unique and interesting. May I quote Damdesigns: "I put as lot of heart and time into the pieces I create, and I love doing it."

FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - Sweet Irie -

SWEET IRIE - Featured etsy artist on the 90 Features in 90 Days. Sweetirie - SO SWEET IRIE ORIGINALS ..... The name for the lovely etsy. shop came about from the creator's cat whose name is Sweet Irie. The name means - supreme joy. Sweetirie started out making hemp jewelry but has moved on to beautiful handmade beaded designs. Her esty store is filled with a vast array of beautiful jewelry for you to look at; 102 items are available in different colors, beads, and designs. You will find necklaces, earrings, bracelets, anklets, cell phone charms, and bookmarks. Sweet Irie is a fun, interesting store to explore and you are sure to find just the right gift you have been looking for. So, where can you find this great jewelry store? http://sweetirie.etsy.com http://sweetrieoriginals.blogspot.com

FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - ContasBrasil/contascoein

CONTASBRASIL/ CONTASCOEIN ...... Exotic, Joyful, Irresistible ..... Two Brazillian artist, living in a tropical paradise surrounded by stimulating colour and brightness desire to bring this unique feeling to evey corner of the world. The artist, Suzy and Bebe, create beautiful bags and jewelry. The one-of-a-kind bags are a masterpiece of art and design. The uniquely beautiful bags are embellished with embroidery, colourful little dolls, butterflies, flowers, and tropical pearls. They are bright, bold, very representative of the color and activity of the tropical paradise of Brazil. In their extraordinary jewelry you will find a complex array of beads, glassbeads, vintage crystal, mother of pearl, and many other interesting combinations. To view ContasBrasil/Contascoein etsy shop go to: http://contasbrasil.etsy.com And their blog: http://contaskoeln.blogspot.com

FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - Wyred On Wire -

May I introduce Alicia the artist and creator of WYRED ON WIRE ..... a fun, interesting etsy jewelry store. I am amazed with all the talented jewelry designers on etsy that each artist has their own design signature and passion for their own unique style. Alice is no exception. Alice is not new to the passion for making jewelry. She was first introduced to the wonders of creating her own jewelry when her grandparents gave her a jewelry making kit for Christmas. From then on she became hooked and has been designing jewelry in one form or another ever since. As her tastes matured she moved towards sterling silver and precious stones for her materials. As Alicia says, "each piece is as unique and special as you are". The etsy banner says it all: ....... WYRED ON WIRE - Are you ready to get noticed? To view all of the artist work please visit her etsy store: http://wyredonwire.etsy.com And her blog: http://wyredonwire.blogspot.com

FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - Knuckletoes -

If you see anything you like, the artist ask you to not hesitate, and please contact her at her etsy. shop, http://knuckletoes.etsy.com Also view her work on her blog: http:// knuckletoes.blogspot.com And her other shop: http://revinylized.etsy.com

Knuckletoes is an etsy store where you will find jewelry, clothing and purses. The creator is located in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. The artist tries to make her clothing and purses out of recycled materials; this could be tablecloths, pillowcases or even reused L.P. record covers. As the artist says, "this not only gives my items a vintage feel, but it heps the environment and what more do you need?" You can view all of her work at her etsy shop: http://knuckletoes.etsy.com

FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - Backwoodscreations -

BACKWOODSCREATIONS - The creator of Backwoodscreations says "Creating fabric animal sculptures and mixed media pieces is where it's at for me." She has been doing the arts and crafts ever since she was a young child. Her creative endeavors are somewhat eclectic. Along with the sculptured fabric animals she also makes dolls and does painting. For more information about Backwoodscreations you can read more about the artist on her blog: http://Backwoodscreations.blogspot.com You will find her etsy store at: http://Backwoodscreations.etsy.com

FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - Lazy Cat Gifts -

LAZY CAT GIFTS - Artisan,Crochet, Jewelry, and Fiber Art lazycat.etsy.com Lazy Cat Gifts was created by three friends in Ann Arbor, Mi. All three friends had grandmothers who taught them to crochet, however, Kelly (one of the friends) was the only one who had really learned well. With her skill she "retaught" the other two women how to do it well and after becoming proficient and giving gifts to family and friends and selling at local craft shows they found Etsy and as they say "the rest is history". Their passion is to create wonderfully hip and modern pieces; crocheting in both yarn and wire, creating jewelry, scarves, hats, cat toys, and well, you will just have to see all the great gifts in their etsy store: lazycats With three talented young women you will find that they update their store often so you will want to check it out from time to time and as they express it, "please check back often to see what new goodies have appeared!" You will find the etsy store at: http://lazycat.etsy.com And their blog is: http://lazycatgifts.blogspot.com

FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - SimplySaidBySarah -

SIMPLY SAID BY SARAH - today's featured artist in the 90 Features in 90 Days Challenge ...... SIMPLY SAID --- there is nothing "simple" about SimplySaidBySarah! Sarah is a graphic design student and her art pieces demonstrates a fun spin on a contemporary sense of style .... it is fresh, delightful, brings smile and charm; updated. Each piece is personally handcrafted by Sarah, very unique, very special! HANDMADE AND ALTERED STATIONERY AND GIFTS (this is how Sarah refers to her etsy store: http://SimplySaidBySarah.etsy.com Sarah makes personalized invitations, cards, tags, magnets, note pads, memo pads, .... pretty much what ever you are lookin for - she can do it. Sarah loves custom orders so just send her a convo and she will get to work for you! All of her items are resonably priced and will make great little "thoughtful" gifts and great stocking stuffer. So, head over to her etsy store and find some great ideas to add to your Christmas shopping! Here is where you will find Sarah: http://SimplySaidBySarah.etsy.com http://SimplySaidBySarah.blogspot.com

FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - KreativeMindz -

KREATIVE MINDZ - This is a company created by a husband and wife team. As they express: they support each other through love, laughter and creativity. In their etsy store: KreativeMindz you will find clothing (in all sizes and colors), Goddess Wraps, Hot Packs, Bags, Purses, Wallets, Cuffs, and many other cool things. Beau, the husband, is the skilled craftsman and carpenter and makes the wooden signs and boxes. Aly comes from a family of artists and has followed in the creative bent. She is the creativity behind the clothing and bags and purses, wallets, cuffs, and other interesting items. KreativeMindz, their company which she sarted a few years ago is a dream that she has had forever - and is now coming true! They refer to their etsy store as : Handcrafted Goodness of all Kyndz. You will find their creative work in their etsy store at: jttp://kreativemindz.etsy.com/ And their blog is: http://kreativemindzthreadz.blogspot.com/