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Published on April 30, 2009 in Spotlight |
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Avid Etsy-buyer Amanda Gersh writes the blog Crabmommy. She divides her time between motherhood and complaining about it. 
As Mother's Day rolls around, I find myself feeling exactly as I did last year. While my 4-year-old daughter is a delicious nugget of a small human, my idea of a perfect Mother's Day is to NOT feel like a mother. Last year my husband indulged my wish, granting me an entire day of wafting around vintage stores — something I've done little of since becoming a mom. What a luxury to be free to examine needlepoint teapot cozies and try on ratty two-tone pumps to my heart's content, without worrying about bored tots bouncing on Heywood Wakefield couches. Bliss!
Of course, Mother's Day takes many ideal forms, often a burned breakfast in bed delivered on a tray by loving offspring. It's all very cute indeed, but if you ask me, it's even cuter when augmented by a day of freedom and aimless wafting for Mom and/or a gorgeous token of affection via Etsy, where a vast emporium of delights awaits any lucky mother if she possesses appreciative and savvy loved ones.
Personalized Child's Silhouette on Canvas, 5 in. x 7 in.
I've always wanted to make a silhouette print of my tot for framing; alas, I'm not very industrious in the home arts. But really, why should I be when Etsy-peeps like Mary Golightly offer silhouette art customized to your color choice, on canvas in this case! Yes, please. By marygolightly, $13.50.
Or what could be sweeter than this "old, old, very old" picture frame? Imagine receiving this with a pic of the cherub in it for Mother's Day? Ridiculously lovely. From MyWagonette, $16.
Okay, I know someone's thinking Russian dolls are so 2007 or whatever, but what's more fitting for a mom or grandma than this quintessential image of motherhood, the matryoshka? And how perfectly dear is this wood block print from Amanda Kindregan? Love it. Want it. By amandakindregan, $15.
let's go together moleskine notebook (large)
I can't think of any kiddie's mama who doesn't need to write things down in order to remember them. (Except maybe a mother elephant.) The rest of us appear to have a tough time with recall. But I'm getting off track here....What were we talking about...? Ah! Linea Non Grata's cute moleskine notebook, complete with what appears to be a mommy-like creature and a baby-like thing companionably setting off somewhere together! By lineanongrata, $12.
Giant Beaded Round - sleeping beauty
So here's the part where I really, really hope my beloveds are listening up. I'm absolutely mad for Lisa of TQB's large beaded rounds. I sent one of these on an extra-long chain to a new mom friend of mine. It serves as something for baby to grab while nursing and is also an incredibly fetching piece of jewelry whether one has a babe at the boob or not. By tqbdesigns, $38.
Sterling Silver Hand Stamped Personalized Two Tag Necklace
This is exceptionally charming: customized and hand-stamped, a pretty sterling silver name tag is a lovely way to honor the occasion. By tinytokensdesigns, $25.
Picture being Mom and receiving your breakfast in bed...as well as a little dish containing these pink vintage floral cabochon earrings from Japan. Can you imagine a more perfect beginning to Mother's Day? Didn't think so. By outoftheblue, $10.
Cucumber Green Tea Handmade Cold Process Soap 5 Oz. Bar
Some people think giving soap is boring. That's just because they haven't spotted these heavenly-looking cucumber & green-tea bars. The lucky lady who receives these is in for some much-needed mom-pampering in the tub! By sherrisscentsandsoys, $5.25.
Vintage Lusterware meet Succulent
Some mothers nurture effortlessly, capable of raising 12 kids, a menagerie of animals, and a lush garden. Me, I'm the mom with one kid who acts like she has five. (And I struggle to take care of three guppies whom I resent deeply, not to mention my modest indoor plant collection.) All the more reason to give this mommy a succulent. And what could be more spectacular than this luscious succulent potted in a Fire King lusterware bowl? Pretty please! By jwhite2, $27.
The Ostrich Egg Moss Terrarium
A terrarium is another undemanding but rewarding plant option. Isn't the egg shape of this one so perfect for Mother's Day? Metaphorically it's right on, and also it's just so dang adorable! I. Must. Have. It. By Greenbriar, $38.
Vintage Pumpkin Orange Carry On Luggage Soft Side Overnight Bag
My travel sched has tapered off unpleasantly since reproducing. Still, a mom can dare to dream of jetting off on adventures. I can't think of anything more delightful than receiving this vintage orange travel bag to complete the fantasy. From NanasMercantile, $47.
Vintage Silk Obi Clutch - Grass Pattern
To receive a glamorous silk clutch from Shakuyaku — this one made from a vintage obi — is to be a happy mother, if you ask me. Seriously, you don't have to be my family to send me a MD prez. Hint hint. Cough. Feel free, dear reader...Why, thank you! You shouldn't have! By Shakuyaku, $55.
As always, it's been a pleasure picking out fab items here. Please do stop by my blog if you'd like a bit more Crabmommy. I provide a wide range of services in the blog arena, from discoursing on the size of guppy stomachs to dissing people who use the phrase "we are pregnant."
For more sass, check out Amanda's other posts on our blog.
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| Tags | Amanda Gersh, Children, Crabmommy, Gift Ideas, Handmade Kids, home decor, jewlery, motherhood, mothers, Mother's Day, personalized gifts, prints, shopping, Spotlight, vintage, women |
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AlloverArt
MyissaG
jenniferlynnstudio
Very nice choices..I love the silk clutch and those soaps are unique! I also have a few necklaces listed with special Mom charms attached. Enjoy Mother's Day!!!
ToxicInk
That vintage pumpkin orange bag reminds me of when I was a child and we would travel! Ah, takes me back!
IcingOnTheCupcake
Also a big fan of the giant beaded round necklaces, great taste!
zwzzy
Whenever I become a mom, I hope MY kid buys me some red hot pumps! Hotttt.
lovelygifts
BabbidgePatch
FancifulForm
That orange bag is adorable! Makes me wish I had children for all the wrong reasons!
Guess I will just have to get my mum something awesome and be patient. ^.^
LaveMeSoapCo
punkybunny300
Very cool picks! My mom would love that cucumber green tea soap (and so would I!)!
deliverusbeads
I would love to receive that gorgeous silk clutch for Mother's Day. All great finds :)
adoreneko
worksofwhimsy
That beaded round is one of my new favorites. Lovely picks!
VintageEyeFashion
Lovely selections! Visit my shop and check out my
Mother's Day Fab section!
bylynnkrestel
FiveFingerStudios
Wow, I'm not a mom but I definitely still need that orange carry-on!
MyWagonette
Thanks Amanda for featuring my "old, old, very old" antique frame! You may not be "very industrious in the home arts," but you sure can write. Which, where you mocking me? ;) Hopefully the vintage stores in your are are OPEN on Sunday for meandering.
MyWagonette
Dang it! just realized I said "where" instead of "were." You definitely have every right to mock me. I am not very industrious with words, obviously.
SewnNatural
lovely finds... to give or to get... or for any day, really, not just mother's day. thanks!
4TheSparrowsNest
"..my idea of a perfect Mother's Day is to NOT feel like a mother..." Haha, I think I can understand this feeling. I'm not a mom yet but I know when I am, I will be hesitant to relinquish my free time and personal hobbies.
TheCottageCheese
Great finds. I love the terrarium and the succulent in the vintage dish!
EpicBones
ZephyrWoods
themagicalbean
RemiElla
Thanks for the article, now if I can find a place to casually leave it out for my husband to find...taped to the TV perhaps?!
PersistentGreen
That beaded round is stunning! I don't have a baby but it would certainly keep my attention. :)
jwhite2
Yea CrabMommy!!! Thank you so so very much for liking my lusterware meet succulent enough to include it in such a cool article for mother's day gifts!!!
CoraDesigns
The photography in this article is just beautiful...who wouldn't want to buy mummy something!!
Cora
jennypickle
One of each, please! Esp. love Marygolightly's silhouette and oh! I want to eat that soap! (Alas, if I had that soap I think my three year old WOULD eat that soap. sigh.) Great writing. Glad I'm not the only one out there who grouses about motherhood but still loves motherhood immensely!
VedaArts
MY SECOND MOTHER'S DAY, YAY!
....AND ALL THESE ITEMS ARE SO WONDERFUL!
sandali
crabmommy
RemiElla,
I'm with you: need to get my hubby to see this showcase and more important, to ACT on it.
My Wagonette,
Who cares if you dont know your "were" from "where" when you know your lusterware! Gorgeous stuff...salivating here over all your items!
Everyone who loves the beaded orbs of TQB: are they not completely stunning? Such a unique design.
Thanks for stopping by and glad you all enjoyed having a look-see at my picks.
littlepinkpebble
wildlywonderfulsoaps
I'm a mom of 2 kids and would die for them if had to, but you can't run or hide they are like heat seeking missiles and they will hunt you down and find you in your house.
All moms need a break or to feel special, being a mom is the hardest job on this earth. Little known fact when the soldiers from WW2 on the beach in Normandy were attacked and dying they were calling for their mother as they passed if that doesn't impact you I don't know what would.
Mother's are the threads that hold everything together. Celebrate the honor of being a mother.
allthingswhite
AliBaliJewellery
it's official, I am a clutchaholic!! That clutch is gorgeous!
HibouCards
So my son (2 and a half) is too young to shop for his mommy on Etsy.... BUT he's got a dad who I'm sure could help him! ;)
NanasMercantile
Many thanks Amanda for featuring my pumpkin orange bag! It is leaving Seattle today for a new home in New Jersey. This great vintage bag is still traveling and will hopefully accompany its' new owner on many trips. Happy Mother's Day to all of you hard working Moms!
timesandchimes
Awesome article and picks! My kids are grown and the grandkids are multiplying, but I still remember the days when I yearned for "me" time!
clbeads
jodieflowers
EJPcreations
LHogan
CutieDynamite
Great picks! Can't wait to find the perfect gift gift for mom!
joyjewelry
Love it! Thank you for being direct/unafraid to write what's on your mind and for finding some really great artists to feature. I look forward to following your blog. Happy CrabMommy's Day.
ovgilliesdesigns
Delightful selection & hope Moms will get some well deserved rest on Mother's Day, and many other days too! :D
worksandfinds
Love it all. I better send link to my son's because mother's day is around the corner.
VintageTwenty
I've put the vintage floral cabochon earrings from Japan + the vintage orange travel bag on my Mother's Day Gift wish list. And, believe it or not, they will grow up before you know it!
wearthou
That succulent would be lovely at my office! Hint hint daughter - are you listening???
riricreations
I would love to spend my mothers day poking around in vintage shops...good for you! Thanks for the fab collection!
ireneagh
MissKArt
Awesome pics! Im inspired to get my mom something unique and crafty now!
mamasilver
I love these pics, I wish I had found them before mother's day :) I think I need some help getting my personalized kid art pendants seen, any suggestions?
shizendesigns
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
Is it too late to submit my alphabet tag necklace for a consideration to be included in the personalized gift guide??
Great article!
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