Tara

Tara

Tara is a freelance writer/editor and public high school teacher who prides herself on being a little crunchy and a lot quirky. She loves food, photography, and crafts, but really Feels like Home when she’s being silly with her husband and their toddler. You can visit Tara at her blog, Feels like Home.

Etsy Elite – J Davis Studio

Etsy Elite – J Davis Studio

Home is where the heart is, right? I think so. I like how this little pendant says so.
Most of the jewelry pieces in the J Davis Studio shop involve houses or homes. Some of them are basic, like the one below, and some are quite intricate. All of them are guaranteed to strike up a [...]

Etsy Elite – Checkers

Etsy Elite – Checkers

What's one game that every child should play?
If I could choose two, I'd say Go Fish and checkers. I mentioned Go Fish last week. Let's look at checkerboards today.
I found checkerboards made from wood, acrylic, fabric, yarn, and stained glass. There were small ones and big ones, pricey and inexpensive, exquisitely fancy and very simple. [...]

Etsy Elite – Boredom Busters for Toddlers

Etsy Elite – Boredom Busters for Toddlers

Last week, I shared some great boredom busters for big kids.
The littler guys get bored, too. I am always on the lookout for toys to prevent boredom in my 2-year-old. Waiting in line, sitting in restaurants, car trips, and other down times prevent a real challenge for us, but the toys and games below can [...]

Etsy Elite – Boredom Busters for Summer Vacation

Etsy Elite – Boredom Busters for Summer Vacation

It's June!
For many parents, June means summer fun. Swimming, hiking, playing outside!
How long does the jubilance last? Not long enough. All too soon though, we'll hear "Mom, I'm bored!" and "There's nothing to do!" That's where these Etsy shops come in.
Below are four shops that feature different types of toys. I hope you enjoy!
Blynken and [...]

Etsy Elite – Tot Toppers

Etsy Elite – Tot Toppers

Every time I stop by Tot Toppers, there is a new hat that makes me think, "Oooh! That would be really cute on my little pumpkin!"
Now that she's actually started leaving hats on her head, I can buy them for her. I love this whimsical hat.

Kate, the owner of Tot Toppers, has been knitting for [...]

Etsy Elite – Patterns

Etsy Elite – Patterns

When I think of Etsy, I think of crafty goodness and hours of shopping from the comforts of my couch. Doesn't everybody?
I was unaware the one could buy crafting supplies and patterns on Etsy until recently. Now I can feed both of my addictions – buying stuff and doing crafts! My husband will be thrilled.
It [...]

Etsy Elite – Fabric Baskets

Etsy Elite – Fabric Baskets

Welcome to the new super sized Etsy Elite!
I am organizationally-challenged. I think it's genetic.
I have to do something to keep my stuff together, so I use a lot of baskets, tubs, containers, and other container. I recently became interested in enamored with fabric baskets.
Below are four very different takes on the standard fabric basket. I [...]

Etsy Elite – Kristen's Custom Creations

Etsy Elite – Kristen's Custom Creations

Show a mom her newborn's tiny foot prints, and she'll likely melt into a puddle of smiley nostalgia. I know I would. That feeling – that loving contentment mixed with baby powder – is exactly what this pendant evokes in my brain.
Let this necklace be a reminder of your love for your sweet, sweet babies. [...]

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