The DDH Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013 - Schalrausch!

we are in LOVE with Heike's beautifully designs scarves - the perfect gift for Mother's Day!  painterly, ethereal and dreamy, you have to check out her lovely creations!  read on and then browse her shop, Schalrausch... we have a discount for you that you can't resist!

What is your favorite memory of your own mom?
 My mom loves to cook and bake and she is very good with it. I am not. :-) I just loved and still ove her fantastic meals and cakes.

What is your best selling item?
My bestsellers are the hand dyed fringe linen scarves, especially the ones in the Pastel/Sorbet colors.

What is your favorite design from your shop?
 At the moment I love the Pastel Rainbow Linen scarf:
www.etsy.com/listing/129634722/pastel-rainbow-linen-scarf-hand-dyed?ref=...

If you were to receive a bouquet...what type of flowers must be included?
 If possible there must be Jasmine included. I just love everything Jasmine: tea, perfume, scented candles...But I also like it when the bouquet is just white Lily flowers. They smell amazing and the whole house is carrying the wonderful scent for days and days.

What would be your perfect Mother’s Day gift?
If money would not be a question, it would be a trip to the Maldives for at least 3 weeks or so. Of course it would have to be in a water villa with every day Spa treatments. "Dream....."

thank you so much, Heike!  and now you too can enjoy one (or two, or three!) of Heike's scarves!  you can use the code LOVEMOM for 15% off everything in her shop!

The DDH Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013 - Eyelah!

We are certainly loving Ayla's fresh designs and she is sharing her talents with our DDH crowd today!  Check out her shop Eyelah and then read on to learn more about her!  Added bonus - an exclusive DDH discount code just for you!

What is your favorite memory of your own mom?
There are so many of memories of my mom but I think my favorite is when she convinced me to get a tattoo. I never thought she would actually consider that appropriate and it was such a random thing to do at the time that I thought it was funny.

What is your best selling item?
I believe my handmade clutches or my best selling item. They seem to go faster.

What is your favorite design from your shop?
I really like the pleated pouches that I have made recently but then again I also love the lace pouches I made too. It's hard to choose between the two.

If you were to receive a bouquet...what type of flowers must be included?
Orchids would be included. I really love those flowers.

 What would be your perfect Mother’s Day gift?
If I was a mother I think the perfect gift would be something handmade from my kid. I used to make things for my mom all the time and I think those are cute memories.

Any words of wisdom for the other moms out there?
Just let your kid be the person they were born to be. It's easier on you and them in the long run.

Now you - and your MOM! - can own one of Eyelah's beautiful clutches by using the code DDH20 for 20% off everything in her shop!  Thank you Ayla for sharing your thoughts!!!

The DDH Mother's Day Gift Guide - BlueMoonSilks!

We are always happy to help promote brand new etsy sellers, and we are so pleased to be shining the spotlight on Annette of BlueMoonSilks!

What is your favorite memory of your own mom?

I am not a mom, but I do recall magical times spent with my grandmother and aunt – both of whom were mom-like figures in my life. One of my favorite memories was with my grandmother. We sat on the edge of her bed while she brushed my hair and we just talked. It was a liberating moment for me.

 What is your best selling item?

What is your favorite design from your shop?

My shop recently opened, and I have yet to make a sale, but my favorite item in the shop is a square apricot and lavender silk scarf. I love the color pattern and apricot is such a bold color against lavender.


Thank you so much Annette! now shoppers, the DDH discount code is HappyMothersDay13 for 10% off your entire purchase!

The DDH Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013 - EclecticNesting!

Today's feature is with Amanda from EclecticNesting!  Enjoy the interview and go shopping with the exclusive DDH discount code!

Are you a mom?
Not yet, except to my fur-baby, an adopted black lab mix dog.

what is your favorite memory of your own mom? 
I can't choose just one favorite memory of my mom - my mom is a huge part of who I am and many of my memories and present life is touched by her. My mom is the most caring and strong woman I know and I am grateful everyday that she is my mom!

What is your best selling item?
My best selling items are vintage. However, I also sell jewelry/craft supplies and handmade jewelry.

What is your favorite design from your shop?
My favorite "design" from my shop is my handmade jewelry. My jewelry has a very eclectic style (there's something for everyone). It is made with high quality, interesting, and sometimes vintage beads and components from my travels, and made with lots of inspiration, love and care! Please visit my "about" page via my Etsy shop for more about my inspiration sources.

 If you were to receive a bouquet...what type of flowers must be included?
If I could choose any bouquet of flowers I would choose wildflowers!

What would be your perfect Mother’s Day gift?
My best mother's day gift? To spend the whole day with my doggie!

Thank you so much, Amanda!  Shoppers - Please use coupon code "mothersday" for 25% storewide!  (expires on May 27th, 2013)

The DDH Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013 - ByNani!

We are so happy to be showcasing Nan from ByNani!  Take a look at her shop and enjoy her mother's day interview!

What is your favorite memory of your own mom?
My favorite memory of my mom is of her typing. When I was very young, my mom would supplement her income by typing dissertations at night after working all day as a secretary. She types so fast (120 words a minute!) that her typing has a distinct rhythm to it. I would fall asleep every night to the sound of this rhythm. On nights that she wasn’t typing I couldn’t fall asleep and would ask her, “will you please go type something?”

What is your best selling item?
Right now my best items are custom made table runners and custom made skirts. The custom skirts are made to fit each customer’s individual body measurements, and are made of their choice of fabric and embellishment style.

The table runners are also made according to the customer’s choice of fabric and dimensions.

There are dozens of options available for each!

Here are some samples:
Skirt models:
www.etsy.com/listing/128728116/custom-made-a-line-skirt-mint-green?ref=s...
www.etsy.com/listing/128549502/custom-made-a-line-skirt-grey-white-and?r...
www.etsy.com/listing/128378409/custom-made-linen-blend-wrap-a-line?ref=s...
www.etsy.com/listing/125145061/custom-made-a-line-skirt-white-with-blue?...
www.etsy.com/listing/129274469/custom-made-linen-blend-a-line-skirt?ref=...

Table Runner models:
www.etsy.com/listing/125810233/reversible-table-runner-in-neutral-tones?...
www.etsy.com/listing/125815689/reversible-table-runner-in-aqua-and?ref=v...

 What is your favorite design from your shop?
I happen to be a big fan of the triangle purse! I love the retro look and the mod fabric.
www.etsy.com/listing/125094078/retro-yet-modern-angular-shaped-purse?ref...


If you were to receive a bouquet...what type of flowers must be included?
Tulips and lily of the valley. And that would be it.

What would be your perfect Mother’s Day gift?
I don’t have any children, but I did recently have neighbors with grandchildren. One of those kids was very special to me and we spent a lot of time together making crafts, cooking, playing games and generally acting silly. One day he said to me, “Miss Nan, you’re the best friend I ever had.” That, to me, was the perfect gift.

 

thank you so much, Nan!!!  and now you too can enjoy Nan's creations - use the exclusive DDH code DDMD1 for 10% off anything in the shop!!!!

The DDH Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013 - CarolSMiller!

If anyone knows us over at the DDH, they'll immediately tell you that we love handmade bags!  And this Mother's Day, we are so excited to showcase the talents of Carol over at CarolSMiller!  Her purses and totes are amazing, but you'll definitely find out for yourself when you read her interview and check out her shop! 

Are you a mom? If so, what is your favorite “mom” memory?
I am a mom! My favorite memory is the annual Halloween Party my daughter and I hosted at our house. We had scavenger hunts with teams of ghosts, pumpkins and bats, we pinned the band-aid on the witches wart and then each child got a pumpkin and we painted them at the end of the party. My daughter would help me with the limericks and placing the treasures all over the property, It is one of her best memories too!


What is your best selling item?
My best seller is my cross body messenger bag.

What is your favorite design from your shop?
I love all my bags, they are my "babies", but my #1 is my cross body ostrich embossed bag.

 Thank you so much, Carol!  and now DDH shoppers can use the exclusive Coupon Code - Mothers and it is valid for $10.00 off any purchase $80.00 or more in Carol's shop!

The DDH Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013 - HelenKilsby!

Today's Gift Guide interview is with Helen from HelenKilsby!  We are so pleased to be showcasing Helen's fine art here on the Daily Dose, so enjoy!

Are you a mom? If so, what is your favorite “mom” memory?
Yes, I am a mom!  My favourite mom memory is when we once had had a lot of rain in England where we were living at the time.  the boys were bored, so I came up with idea that we could paint the outside of the house with mud!  We dressed in our wellies and Macintoshes and the boys and I had a great time. Hubby was not impressed.

What is your best selling item?
My best selling itemis this one -  www.etsy.com/listing/119832487/original-abstract-artwork-abstract?ref=sh...

 What is your favorite design from your shop?
my favourite Item from my shop is the painting "Tapestry".  The image had been on my mind for ages, and was something I wanted to paint.
www.etsy.com/listing/125666323/painting-purplebluelilac?ref=shop_home_feat

 

If you were to receive a bouquet...what type of flowers must be included?
Oh! one of my favourite flowers are tulips - love their big heads and rich colours.

 What would be your perfect Mother’s Day gift?
My favourite mothers day gift would be just having the family together.

Any words of wisdom for the other moms out there?
Words of wisdom... no idea because, honestly, what do I know!  I just muddled through and hoped for the best. LOVE no matter what - just love them and play when they are little and still want to.

Thank you so much, Helen!  And now DDH subscribers can use the discount code 25mom for a storewide 25% discount!

The DDH Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013 - VeryPrettyThing!

We are thrilled to be shining our spotlight on Tracy from VeryPrettyThing!  Her handcrafted glass jewelry designs are stunning and would bring a smile to any mom on your list!  Take a look at her shop and read her interview then enjoy the DDH discount!

Are you a mom? If so, what is your favorite “mom” memory?
When my son was very little and it was time to get ready for bed, after story time every night it was a tradition that we always asked each other. What was the worst part of the day and what was the favorite part of the day. It was such a beautiful way to end the day. It gave both of us a chance to talk about something that upset us and also a chance to celebrate the little fun things that we often take for granted. I learned so much about my son and his good nature by asking these 2 simple questions and he in return got to ask me too.

What is your best selling item?
 www.etsy.com/listing/86982717/saphire-cobalt-blue-silver-birthstone?ref=...

What is your favorite design from your shop?
https://www.etsy.com/listing/125875406/sky-blue-pendant-and-earring-set-fused?

 If you were to receive a bouquet...what type of flowers must be included?
Lilies!

What would be your perfect Mother’s Day gift?
A free vacation with my best friend and son.

Any words of wisdom for the other moms out there?
Always be available to listen. You don`t need to have all the answers but always have hugs ready. No matter what your children do with their lives always love them because they are who they are.

Thank you for your sweet words, Tracy!  now you can enjoy Tracy's designs yourself with the exclusive DDH code - DAILYDOSE20 - for 20% off her entire shop!!!

The DDH Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013 - SleepingFoxStitchery!

 

we are so happy to be kicking off our Mother's Day Gift Guide with a sweet interview with Cathy from SleepingFoxStitchery!  sit back and enjoy - then shop with the exclusive discount code in Cathy's shop!

Are you a mom? If so, what is your favorite "mom" memory?

Not in the traditional sense, but I am a "mom" to two kitties and a chinchilla.

If you aren’t, what is your favorite memory of your own mom?

My own mom passed away when I was 11, so I always make an effort to remember her and what a wonderful woman she was, though my memories are limited. It’s not a specific memory, but my favorite thing to remember about my mom is that she was such a strong and exemplary woman who did wonderful things for the people around her. She was a teacher, and she started a program for young girls in her district who would have otherwise dropped out of high school due to their pregnancies. She fought hard for her girls, to make sure they got the education they needed to make sure their lives and their children’s lives would be better. Her girls were fiercely loyal to her – they looked up to her and stayed in contact with her long after they had their children and finished high school. In my adult life, I can only hope that I live up to the wonderful example that my mom set for me. When I remember my mom, I am so proud to be her daughter, and I can only hope that many other daughters feel the same way and appreciate their moms just as much as I appreciate mine.

What is your best selling item?

My best selling item is my custom couples’ card – I’ve loved making these for so many happy couples!

What is your favorite design from your shop?

My favorite design may not be a surprise – it’s my sleeping fox, which was one of my earliest designs and the inspiration for my shop name.

If you were to receive a bouquet...what type of flowers must be included?

Given that I am a "mom" to two cats, I have to keep in mind that a lot of common flowers are poisonous to my kitties. Thus, I’d have to go with the traditional an lovely (de-thorned) roses.

What would be your perfect Mother’s Day gift?

I think breakfast in bed and a day of being waited on hand and foot is the best gift for any mom!

Any words of wisdom for the other moms out there?

Love your family and the people around you, fight hard for what you know is right, and set a wonderful example for your kids to follow!

Thank you so much, Cathy!  And now DDH subscribers can enjoy 10% off with coupon code DAILYDOSE in Cathy's shop! 

SHOP FEATURE - Monday, April 1st, 2013 - Helen Kilsby Studios

 

we are delighted to feature the beautiful nature-inspired works of Helen Kilsby to kick off April!  so sit back and read our interview with Helen then enjoy her exclusive Daily Dose of Handmade discount code to use in her etsy shop!

 

 

What made you decide to start your shop?
I had a back injury a few years ago and found art and craft shows too hard to continue. Then

 

a friend told me about Etsy and it seemed like a great way to keep making and selling my artwork.

What type of products do you sell?

I sell nature inspired, abstract floral paintings, prints and art cards.

What is your favorite shop accomplishment so far?

My first sale was by far the most exciting accomplishment for me. Every subsequent sale I feel honoured that my art is in someone’s home and is being enjoyed on a daily basis.

What is your biggest challenge as an Etsy/online seller?

The technical side is a whole new world for me. I am learning a lot finding out what’s helpful in regards to getting my work seen by the world. Before this, I had never even heard of SEO's and Adwords!

What is the top selling item in your shop?

https://www.etsy.com/listing/119832487/original-abstract-artwork-abstract? This image is my most popular and in demand. It is available in print or card form, which I think appeals to a lot of people.

Do you have a tip for others selling in the handmade community?

Join an Etsy street team! I find them very helpful in showing a newbie the way things work, and the support is wonderful.

What are you currently working on/newest design or project?

I am in what I call the "brewing stage". I have just finished some original floral paintings - now I feel landscape coming next! I’m not sure what kind of landscape or in what media it will take form in, which is kind of exciting. I find that in my creative world, things take their time to bubble up to the surface and take shape.

thank you so much, Helen, for sharing your thoughts and your amazing artwork with us and the DDH world!  now you can enjoy Helen's work in your own home by using the exclusive DDH code "20DDH" for a whopping 20% off her entire shop - but only until April 30th, 2013!