Teaching Kids to Think Big
A youngin’s imagination is a fragile thing. How do you emphasize “real life” goals and work ethic while encouraging a child to pursue her dreams?
A youngin’s imagination is a fragile thing. How do you emphasize “real life” goals and work ethic while encouraging a child to pursue her dreams?
This selection of family-friendly activities for the car or airplane will ensure entertainment on your next trip (and nary an “Are we there yet?!”).
Amateur father Caleb Gardner knows he should focus on passing down integrity to his son, but wonders if tweed is as equal an extension of his self.
Cookies for hackers and bunting for lanterns — there’s much to do in the weeks leading up to Craft Party.
Inspired by classic children’s books, Alix and Dottie look to the toys of the past to complement the playful child of today.
Who has your vote? With Heidi Kenney’s expert advice, pay tribute to your favorite head of state in miniature.
We know you’ve been waiting for it, and the time has come! Mark your calendar for December 11 when Etsy Labs opens its doors to kids of all ages!
Joel Henriques, author of Made by Joel, reimagines the classic nesting doll by creating a fabric version that you can make with your little ones.
From space telescopes to apple tree canopy beds, Rachel Faucett of Handmade Charlotte picks out the perfect room decor for boys and girls.
President of Craftsbury Kids, Cecilia Leibovitz, a.k.a. paperdreams, reached out to the Etsy Blog on behalf of the Handmade Toy Alliance, to continue awareness and activism regarding the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act, legislation that could forever endanger independent handcrafters of children’s products in the United States. Many Etsy sellers are involved in the Handmade… Continue reading
Irene Hoofs, a.k.a. Bloesem, is the author of the design blogs Bloesem and Bkids. Irene was born and raised in Amsterdam. After roaming the globe she and her family settled down in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. From her home office, which overlooks a bamboo garden, she aspires to bring out-of-the-box daily finds to her readers…with an… Continue reading
Calling all DIY moms*! Our friends at Parents magazine want to celebrate your creative know-how with their Craftiest Mom Contest. Are you the type to build a small village from Popsicle sticks, find 12 different craft supplies from the backyard, and drum up a band’s worth of musical instruments from the recycling bin, all before… Continue reading
Are you ready for long summer days with the kids out of school looking for something to do? We’ve got you covered.
Andy Witt is the other half of Circa Ceramics, the shape-maker of wife Nancy’s colorful canvases. At 38 he was settling into a comfortable life of making and selling pottery. Then in the waning months of winter 2010 the two found out they had a little one on the way. Totally caught off guard, but… Continue reading
Jen lives in Ottawa, Canada where she handcrafts natural kids gear and decor for SewnNatural, the shop she shares with her mother. In the fleeting spaces in between mothering, she shares musings, recipes and eco living tips on her blog, the SewnNatural studio. The artisans of Etsy’s Natural Kids Team are committed to creating all-natural,… Continue reading