Trends for Kids, Etsy and More: Local Chapter

As practical and necessary as baby registries are, I’m not a fan when it comes to the giving. I always find myself doing a swift look through and getting bored… Diaper genies, vintage owl play mats and Dr. Brown bottles aren’t exactly something friends and strangers in line at Target will gush over and want to squish baby cheeks over. Unless you’re into that kind of thing, I suppose.

When I get bored with the registry, it’s because my one-stop-shop for anything and everything, especially when it comes to gifting, Etsy.com is already well on my mind. I’ll admit it, I am an Etsy freak. And with my Etsy freakiness, I am finally putting my monthly Paypal expense summaries to use by sharing some of my favorite small shops with you in a mini-series of posts. My first installment will be based on local Minnesota based shops!

Etsy and More: Local Minnesota Chapter

Spoonful of Faith | Minneapolis, MN. Custom whimsical illustrations. {Pictured}

Peg and Plum | Minneapolis, MN. Tiny-cute wooden Peggie treasures and cake toppers too! {Pictured}

Little Dipper Diapers | St. Cloud, MN. Washable swim diapers that grow with your child, especially useful for the cloth mamas out there!

Jada Mae Co | St. Paul, MN. A hair product inspired by style + made with love.

Delva B Tree | Minneapolis, MN. Kids blankets, fitted sheets and more. I’m loving the great patterns! Our crayon wallet is a wonderful addition to my son’s bag for long car rides.

Sassy Pants Handmade | Mankato, MN. A newer Etsy shop but she’s been sewing and selling cloth diapers online for over a year. As a former resident to Mankato, I love this shop especially since I’m diving head first into cloth with my little arriving in September.

Dundry Hill | Minneapolis, MN. Handcrafted felt mobiles.

Laura Beth Creations | Mazeppa, MN. A variety of quality accessories; headbands, tutus, onesies, bloomers and more. The Minnie Mouse inspired headband is the cutest! Disney anyone? {Pictured}

Clever Finch Designs | Mankato, MN. One-stop-shop for all things handmade and baby friendly. The nursing scarf and necklace make a perfect gift combo for any new mama! {Pictured}

Round Bottom Baby | Minneapolis, MN. Cool tees, hip onesies and lunch wraps for eco-friendly mamas. Their custom MN onesie is a must!

Simply Sublime Baby | Albert Lea, MN. One of a kind personalized children’s clothing and new baby gifts. {Pictured}

Hazel Kids | Duluth, MN. Contemporary European inspired baby, infant and toddler modern clothing. Shop is full of bright, fun patterns for children up to size 6!

J Baby Rags | St. Paul, MN. Burp rags and bibs handmade by a fellow TCMB contributor. Your purchase helps Lauren and her husband reach their financial goals of becoming parents through embryo adoption! Although just two product listings, Lauren works with each customer on custom items with a quick turnaround! {Pictured}

Sakatah Colors | Mankato, MN. Handmade apparel and accessories for littles and moms. A percentage of every sale goes towards their cause in Mankato called Hats of Hope for chemotherapy patients and hats upon request. Also found at Salvage Sisters in Mankato!

Her Bunnies Three | Moorehead, MN. Fabric dolls and mini sweeties from Moorehead, MN. Accepts custom “family” sweetie orders too! Omg for cute.

MaddiesMomE | Coon Rapids, MN. Monthly and celebration iron-on decals and stickers. The most lovable designs I’ve ever seen!

Are you a registry shopper? Ditch the lists and try one of these Etsy shops next time! Or treat yourself and your little to some trendy, handmade items. Remember, when you’re shopping small and local, that’s a double win – enjoy! More trends for the kids to come!

Pictured Left to Right: Spoonful of Faith, Peg & Plum, Clever Finch Designs, Simply Sublime Baby, J Baby Rags, Laura Beth Creations