Top 25 Mom-Shops

What inspired you to start a mom-shop?

I began selling jewelry online in 2007 -- making jewelry was a creative outlet while being a stay-at-home mom to our 4 young kids. Quite surprisingly, it grew into a business. I taught myself how to make jewelry by Googling, reading books and magazines. I started out on eBay, then opened up a shop on Etsy, then eventually got my own website, my own little corner of the internet. I really enjoyed it and it helped me bring in a little bit of income while having the flexibility of staying home with our kids.

In October of 2009 we moved into a small studio space (with a few more friends helping us along the way), we had an amazing Christmas, and by the Spring of 2010 we had officially outgrown our little studio space.

In June of 2010 we moved into a much bigger space that also had a storefront, and that September we opened up a retail store with our workshop in the back -- very exciting!

Some great items from The Vintage Pearl:

1. A Flower and a Circle Necklace
2. Eclectic Charm Bracelet
3. Photo Charm Necklace

What inspired you to start a mom-shop?

I have always been the creative type, you know the one in school who would rather take a pottery class then sports. So as I have had more time at home over the past 5 years with my kiddies, I craved that creative outlet. Something to pour my mind into and maybe make a little extra money on the side. The perfect balance.

What are three adjectives that describe your mom-shop?

1. Quirky
2. Unique
3. Classic

What are your top three most popular items?

1. My yarn wreaths
2. Come and Ruffle Elastic Headbands
3. Flower clips/brooches

What are your three favorite posts?

1. My most viewed post and my favorite tutorial is Ticket Roll Bowl
2. My son first birthday party post Bean's Paper Airplane Party
3. My daughters most recent birthday party Buggies A Very Cute Fruit Stand

What inspired you to start a mom-shop?

I started Lil Blue Boo to encourage others to find their creative streak. I love sewing, silk screening, painting, photography, journaling, and power tools. I have a serious obsession for color, fabric and trinkets. I love sharing every little tip and project. My Lil Blue Boo sewing pattern line grew out of a love of new and reclaimed knits. I love coming up with unique one-of-a-kind and limited edition knit clothing for adults and children and I love sharing the process with others. Lil Blue Boo clothing is an eclectic mix of original hand cut silk screens, vintage finds, recycled fabrics, and comfortable style.

 

What are three adjectives that describe your mom-shop?

1. Inspired
2. Eclectic
3. Fearless

What are your top three most popular items?

1. One of a kind "Blue Label" Dresses
2. PDF Sewing Patterns 
3. Limited Editions 

What are your three favorite posts?

1. Two Weeks of Photography
2. How to Make Personalized Nursery Art
3. Project Run and Play