primroseandpirates

Handmade beautiful and practical clothes for kids

Monroe, North Carolina
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Announcement    I currently have 1-2 week turnaround time on all shirts. If you are hoping for a fall shirt but need it sooner than that, please message me to see if it is possible with my schedule. I send packages via First Class mail, but expedited shipping is available on request for an additional shipping charge.

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Last updated on Oct 7, 2021

I currently have 1-2 week turnaround time on all shirts. If you are hoping for a fall shirt but need it sooner than that, please message me to see if it is possible with my schedule. I send packages via First Class mail, but expedited shipping is available on request for an additional shipping charge.

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About primroseandpirates

Sales 1,677
On Etsy since 2012
  • I love the way fun pockets and cuff linings add style to pants.
  • I have always loved these mostly matching dresses!
  • When this dress got too short I took out the hem added another layer from saved scraps.
  • Gandalf and Frodo costumes I made for my boys. We love costumes and capes in our house!
  • I made 17 of these animal costumes for our church's nativity play this year. Love, love, love!

I never knew I'd love sewing so much.

When I was given a handmade dress for my 2-year-old daughter a number of years ago, I was immediately taken with how cute and unique it was--and with the idea that I could make an outfit for her myself. I had basic sewing knowledge, a very simple sewing machine I hadn't touched in several years, a bit of creativity, and just the right amount of confidence. So I found a pattern I thought I could muddle my way through and bought some fabric. Turns out that the whole process of making a dress was so satisfying that I made another one that same week. I made her wear those two dresses all summer because I loved seeing her wear them and I liked them so much.

I didn't stop with those two dresses! Sewing gave me energy when the happy chaos of being home with three toddlers wore me out. With some encouragement from friends I set up a shop on Etsy and never looked back. Now my kids are 12, 10, and 9. They won't wear what I make any more, but my 3-yr-old nephew makes up for it. Last year I added applique shirts to my Etsy shop, and making shirts keeps me busy for sure! I teach preschool and love those happy bundles of energy!

We live out in the country, and I'm an avid vegetable gardener and chicken keeper. I try to shop local and buy handmade items whenever it's feasible to support others like myself who have a gift and want to share it with others.

Shop members

  • Kristen

    Owner, Maker, Designer

    I am a busy mom to three active kids. I also teach preschool, so I make clothes and applique shirts with all of my kids in mind. Easy wear, easy care!

Shop policies

Last updated on May 9, 2022
I've seen shops where people say, "I made this with all the care I'd make for my own kids" and it makes me laugh. My kids are the guinea pigs for the things I make. I learn on their clothes! So the clothes I sell are made with a whole lot MORE care than what I make for my family!

Accepted payment methods

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Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations
Contact me within: 3 days of delivery
Ship items back within: 7 days of delivery
Request a cancellation within: 12 hours of purchase
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
  • Custom or personalized orders
  • Perishable products (like food or flowers)
  • Digital downloads
  • Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Questions about your order?
Please if you have any problems with your order.
Returns and exchange details
I want your kids to be able to wear what you buy for them. I put extra care into items I make, but if you aren't satisfied with your purchase or it doesn't fit please, please, please let me know so I can fix it! I will gladly exchange for another size or make necessary alterations.

Returned items must be unwashed and in new condition. If a return or exchange is needed, the buyer pays for return shipping. I will pay to ship the replacement item.

I can't accept returns on personalized shirts unless I made a mistake on the order. (It hasn't happened yet, but hey, I'm human.)
Payment
If I'm creating a custom order for you, I'll figure a price based on our conversation. Full payment is due before I purchase any materials or begin making custom items.
Shipping
I offer free shipping on most items via First Class Mail. I'm happy to ship Priority Mail, Priority Express, or UPS ground for an additional cost. I always provide a tracking number and make sure I get orders in the mail in time to meet any must-have dates based on estimated arrival dates set by the postal service.

I can't guarantee what happens when the post office takes over. I am not responsible if an order is lost or delayed by the post office. Nor am I responsible for mistakes in shipping addresses. I ship to the address provided by the buyer. Please be sure it is correct!
Additional policies and FAQs
My turnaround time for dresses or costumes is generally 1-2 weeks. Any orders needed quickly (less than a week) will be subject to a rush fee. Turnaround time for shirts listed in the shop is generally 3-5 days. Custom shirt orders or custom sizes may take a little longer. I love answering your questions. Send me a convo if you need clarification on anything.

Whatever is listed in my shop at any given time is a small sampling of what I make. If you want something not currently listed, send me a convo!
Privacy
Etsy collects your name, address, email, and phone number and gives them to me when you place an order. I do not see credit card numbers. Etsy processes the transactions on my behalf. I do not send out newsletters or email blasts. I don't give or sell your information to anyone else.

More information

Last updated on May 18, 2022
Frequently asked questions
Custom and personalized orders

I gladly accept custom requests for dresses, costumes, and shirts if I am not swamped. I'll figure a price based on our conversation and create a custom listing, if necessary. I don't buy any shirts or materials until the order has been paid for.

Personalized shirts cost more than shirts without names. Most of my shirt listings have a personalization option built in with the price increase. If it doesn't, send me a convo so I can adjust the price.

Care instructions

I try not to make anything I can't throw in the washer and dryer. Many people hand wash and air dry applique shirts. I don't. I do too much laundry to be fussy about my kids' clothes!

However, I do suggest you wash shirts in cold water without fabric softener. And dry on low without dryer sheets. The stabilizer on the back of the design softens considerably with washing, though the applique may look rumpled. Iron it with a damp press cloth over the design to make it look new again. The protective backing can be ironed on again if it starts to come off.

Do you prewash shirts and fabric?

I prewash all cotton fabric I use for dresses. I use fragrance- and dye-free detergent and dry on high heat. Theoretically all shrinking and color bleeding happens in that first wash cycle!

I do not prewash shirts.