Etsy

March already??? How did that happen?

I haven't had much time to sew, but I have developed something of a late-night Etsy addiction! Officially, I am just 'looking for inspiration'... but I have had to buy a few things, too! These gorgeous dresses are from the Etsy shop 4everart. They were incredible value and the shipping rate to the UK was reasonable, too. Each outfit has a dress with the apron completely separate. They are so cute!

It's a shame how many Etsy sellers are not shipping to the UK. There may not be many owners of American Girls this side of the Atlantic, but we have far fewer options when it comes to buying clothes and accessories! Especially if we are looking for good quality. I am happy to pay for well-cut, handmade items in good fabrics (as opposed to cheap, tatty mass-produced rubbished). I'm one of the lucky ones, because I do have US shipping options (yay for Grandma!) - but I do think there's a gap there in the market.

So when I find an Etsy shop I like, I tend to buy in bulk! I bought six dresses from the lady above. Then I went in search of some mix and match items in a more contemporary style, to keep my daughter (the official owner of the dolls) happy. The cute little skirts are from Justmara . They're only $9.50 for two; you pick your own designs and they're made from nice soft cord. The t-shirts are from dollcloset and there were dozens of colours to choose from. They make cute and trendy outfits and her Ladyship approves.

Of course, the other thing I have been buying on Etsy is patterns! So that I will have plenty to do when I do find time to sew... And shipping is no problem when you buy PDFs. I got three patterns for $12 from Kotton Candy . The one I am really keen to do is the Sweet-Tea Summer Dress - it will be a great way to use some of the quilting cottons I have stashed away!

That's all for now. Thanks to everyone who has viewed the blog. I have really loved seeing my photos repinned on Pinterest! It's my favourite place for crafty inspiration.