11.19.2016

Handmade Holiday Gift Guide • Charlotte and Ezra





HOLIDAY SHOPPING DEADLINE: cyber Monday is the last day to purchase for Christmas guarantee. 


Tara in her own words...

Do you have any fun nicknames? 
Liver lips. Haha. My grandpa called me that for what reason I have no clue. My mom thought is was because my big lips. He passed when I was 8 so I never got to ask. 
My dad called my Hollywood. My dads and outdoorsman and Im so not an outdoorsy person. He called me that because I guess I was to preppy. Haha 

Tell us about you!
I'm actually from Columbus Ohio I still live in the area but in Worthington. I. Married to my high school sweetheart (that's always sounds funny to say). We have two kiddos with vintage names that my shops named after. Charlotte Rose will be 3 the day after Christmas. Ezra Bennett Is almost 6 months. We aren't having any more kids because let's be honest one of each is goals! We go to our local church Calvary apostolic. Most important info here is I'm team Logan and was team Edward. If ya know what I mean. 

What is the name of your business and what is it you make? 
Charlotte and Ezra We have fun mom and kid graphic tees. Some are faith inspired. I also hand make boho bibs. They're exclusive because they are limited to seasonal drops. 

How did you start your business? 
I started out in April 2014 with headbands then moved to boho bibs then to t-shirts. My shop was originally Charlotte rose boutique. Once we knew Ezra was coming I changed the name. 

What is the meaning of your business name? 
I started making things and when I was in public I was asked where I got things often. So it started from there. I always wanted to sell shirts and once I had the funds I started late last year. 

What is your biggest dream for you and your business? 
My biggest dream I was just tellin my hip the other day. So funny you asked. I want to have a real brick and mortar store. It's been a dream of mine to have one and even see my products in stores. 

What is your favorite part? 
My favorite part is see that my tees are loved. I actually design most myself. My husband is a designer and taught me to use illustrator.  The part you don’t care for as much? Haha. The shipping part. It takes long hours to ship with kiddos. Most of the time I have to ship out late at night so my tired is tired.  

What is something we wouldn’t know about you or your business? 
Both of my babies were c-section. The send one was harder on me because Charlotte's a busy bee. Also I must have Vaseline for my dry lips daily. Yeah I'm cool...

What has been your biggest accomplishment so far? 
My biggest accomplishment is my family. Ever day is work. If your kids love hard your doing something right.  What are you most proud of? I'm most proud of the success I've had and look forward to new opportunities. 

What does shopping small mean to you? 
Shopping small is so important to me. Your helping my family pay bills. So I know when I shop small I'm blessing my community. Plus bonus y'all you get unique well made items. 

What are your plans for the holidays? 
One tradition my husband started was going to cut down our Christmas tree the day after thanksgiving. We're actually going to myrtle beach for Christmas and our daughters birthday.  

What other fun things do you have planned?
I'm going to be hitting the big 3-0 on July of next year. Which is also my shops 2 year anniversary. So I'll have a huge bash for that.

11.18.2016

Holiday Gift Guide • SkuttleBum

HOLIDAY SHOPPING DEADLINE:  In order to receive orders by Christmas, orders must be placed on or before December 12th.  My turnaround time is always 1-2 weeks, but you have the option to rush your order or have it priority shipped.


April in her own words...

Tell us about you! 
I am a born and raised southern California girl.  I miss LA and Orange County, but I have been living in WA for two years now and have fallen madly in love with the Pacific North West…it’s beautiful!  I am married with two children: Paige is 2.5 years old and Carter is 10 months old.  I have my hands full with those two kids/babies and my business.  I have at least three breakdowns a day.

Do you have any fun nicknames? 
Cakes. My Mom has been calling me “cakes” since I was little.  Other than that, I’m happy being called just by my name.  I won’t even let my husband use any pet names…especially “babe,” but we joke around with it.

What is the name of your business and what is it you make?
SkuttleBum…I make leggings, harems, headbands, and beanies.  My husband and I also screen print t-shirts and sweatshirts.



How did you start your business? How has it evolved?
I was working at a commercial real estate firm in Orange County, CA when I got pregnant. I was able to go on maternity leave for a while, but because of the small size of the company they had to let me go and fill in my position right away. My husband had just finished getting his degree and was only working part time while building his graphic design portfolio. Our money started running out and I made the decision that it was time to pack up and move to my husband's hometown in WA in which we would move into his parents' basement. It was extremely hard leaving my family with a new baby. We sold everything we own, except for my rocking chair and vintage sewing table and whatever else we could fit into our cars. The move didn't go so smoothly either (our car got totaled along the way). During this stressful time I began going on Instagram while nursing my baby...which was all the freakin' time! I got inspired by other shops I was following. I had this gut feeling that turned into a dream of starting up my own shop. 

I started out by buying fabric from other Etsy shops and sewing leggings in sizes NB – 9-12 months.  Once those patterns were perfected, I moved on to the toddler sizes.  Most of my customers came organically from Instagram.  I now have a steady flow of orders coming through Etsy, FaceBook, my local community, etc.  There have been a lot of bumps in the road along the way...like having baby #2, moving houses, Instagram's algorithum change, and changes with Etsy.  So many of the small shops have worked together and asked for help form one another through all these challenges...it is such a beautiful thing and has made me so grateful to be in this line of work and work alongside such amazing Women alike.



What is the meaning of your business name? How did you come up with it? 
I wish I had a cool story about the name, but after me coming up with really dumb names…my husband thought up this one.  It’s a play on the word “skuttlebutt,” which, to be honest, I had no idea what it meant!  But it’s cute and I loved it right away.

What is your biggest dream for you and your business?  
To grow grow grow! Half of our house it taken over with SkuttleBum stuff and I would love for that all to be in a separate space.  I would love to work outside of the my home once the kids are in school.

What is your favorite part? 
The people I have met along the way! I have met some some amazing women in this line of business...other shop owners, brand repping Mama's, and customers!  And even though I often complain about how busy and overwhelmed I am…I really do love the hustle!  I realized quickly after having a baby that I am a do-er/marker/worker.  Whenever, I close the shop for a vacation it quickly reminds me how much I love running my own biz.  The part you don’t care for as much? Finding balance!  It is a constant struggle trying to find the perfect balance between being a parent and running a business.

What is something we wouldn’t know about you or your business? 
My husband is a big player in this business.   He is our photographer, graphic designer, fabric cutter and screen printer.  Him and I make any big decisions about the business together.

What has been your biggest accomplishment so far? What are you most proud of? 
The biggiest accomplishment has been turning a vision I had into a reality.  SkuttleBum is the coolest thing I have ever created, besides my babies ;)  I work harder than I ever have at any other job and I am raising two littles at the same time…I think that’s something to be proud of :)



What are your plans for the holidays? What is your favorite way to spend the holidays? Favorite traditions?
My Mom is going to be visiting us for a whole week.  I am playing with the idea of shutting down the shop for a week before Christmas, so that I can relax and take things sloooooow with my family and start 2017 with a clean slate!

What does shopping small mean to you? 
There is a little quote flying around Instagram that says something like: “Every time you buy something from a small shop, someone does a little happy dance.”  I love that because it’s so true!  By shopping small, you are not only buying something unique and well-made, you are making a person’s day and maybe even putting food on their table!

Why is handmade so important? 
Handmade items are unique and made with love <3 font="">

Are you doing any local holiday events? 

I will be at the Village 253 handmade market December 10th in Tacoma, WA. 

HANDMADE Holiday Gift Guide 2016 • Official Discount List


The most incredible, handmade businesses are offering an exclusive discount for the holidays! Don't forget to check out the companion magazine at tiny.cc/handmadegiftguide.

This list is in alphabetical order, provides the shop's applicable categories, and the discount you receive by using the special code at checkout.
Use Code: HGG2016 at every site to receive their listed discount

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Ahoy AmigoApparel (baby + kids), Accessories (baby + kids)http://www.ahoyamigo.com25% off
Brooklynn & Grey Apparel (baby + kids), Accessories (baby + kids)www.brooklynnandgrey.com
www.brooklynnandgrey.etsy.com
20% off
Charlotte and Ezra Apparel (women), Apparel (baby + kids), Accessories (baby + kids)Www.charlotteandezra.com

30% off
Charm of ThreeAccessories (women), Accessories (baby + kids)charmofthree.etsy.com30% off
Chocolate MilkeApparel (women), Apparel (baby + kids)https://www.chocolatemilke.com

20% Off
Classy Cassie CollectionsAccessories (women), Accessories (baby + kids), FootwearClassycassiecollections.com

20% off any order
Cloth BellaApparel (baby + kids) clothbella.com25%
Crochet for MadilynAccessories (women), Accessories (men), Accessories (baby + kids), Home Decor, ToysCrochetformadilyn.etsy.com15%
Cut Up and Dyed Pillow Co.Home DecorCutupanddyedpillowco.etsy.com20% off
Dapper JacksApparel (baby + kids), Accessories (baby + kids)www.dapperjacksbaby.com15% off (minimum purchase $10)
Declan + CrewApparel (women), Apparel (baby + kids)www.declanandcrew.com20% Off Entire Order
Fresh GrapesApparel (baby + kids)freshgrapes.bigcartel.com
 freshgrapes.etsy.com
20%
Gracefully Made Co. Accessories (women), Accessories (baby + kids)www.gracefullymadeco.com 

25% off , no minimum purchase. Always free shipping on orders of $20. and up
Handmade Happiness by RuthToyshandmadehappinessbyruth.com 20%
Harper's Custom DenimApparel (baby + kids)Harperscustomdenim.com20%
Hecho A Mano JewelryAccessories (women), Accessories (men), Accessories (baby + kids)Hechoamanojewelry.etsy.com 

15%
Hen house apparel Apparel (baby + kids), Accessories (baby + kids)www.henhouseapparel.com25% - minimum $10
Hey Lucy JaneApparel (baby + kids)Heylucyjane.com
etsy.com/shop/heyLUCYJANE
20% off no minimum
Janie Lane Studio Accessories (women)Janielanestudio.comFree shipping
Jasmine Dexter Designsjasminedexterdesigns.etsy.com20%
Just Be DesignsAccessories (women), Accessories (men), Accessories (baby + kids)Www.justbedesignsapparel.etsy.com 15% off with minimum purchase of $15
koco & vikingkocoandviking.etsy.com20%
Laced with LoveApparel (women), Apparel (baby + kids), Accessories (women), Accessories (baby + kids), Toys- dress up- costume Www.etsy.com/shop/lacedwithloveshop20% off
Legacy Learning Academy ToysWww.legacylearningacademy.net 25%
Little Faces ApparelApparel (baby + kids), Accessories (baby + kids)www.littlefacesapparel.com25%
Little Hollow CoApparel (women), Apparel (men), Apparel (baby + kids), Accessories (women)littlehollowco.com$5 off
Luxe + RoApparel (baby + kids), Accessories (baby + kids)http://luxeandro.storenvy.com
Luxeandro.com
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Luxeandro
25 % OFF
Mia Heartmade AccessoriesAccessories (women), Accessories (baby + kids)Www.etsy.com/shop/miaheartmade20%
Modern Munro Apparel (baby + kids), Accessories (baby + kids)Modernmunro.com25% off the entire site!
Monka! Goods Home Decor, Toys, Holiday/Partywww.etsy.com/shop/monkagoods15%
Neverland Crew ClothingApparel (women), Apparel (men), Apparel (baby + kids)NeverlandCrew.com

20% off
NursElet®Apparel (women), Accessories (women), Accessories (baby + kids)www.NursElet.com

20% off + Free Shipping all orders in USA and Canada
Peace.Love.SnugsApparel (women), Apparel (baby + kids), Accessories (baby + kids), wholesalewww.shoppeacelovesnugs.com
www.peacelovesnugs.etsy.com
30% off
Rad AvenueApparel (baby + kids)
www.radavenue.co
20%
Rad.PaperCoAccessories (women), Accessories (baby + kids), Home Decorradpaperco.etsy.com20%
Rebellion Attire Apparel (women), Apparel (baby + kids), Accessories (women), Accessories (baby + kids)www.rebellionattire.com20% off
Rolls And RaspberriesApparel (women), Apparel (men), Apparel (baby + kids)www.rollsandraspberries.com www.etsy.com/shop/rollsandraspberries (holiday items only)15% off and Free US Shipping (orders $20 and up). *I also have holiday items available starting at $15 no coupon code needed
Rylee & RoscoeApparel (baby + kids)Www.ryleeandroscoe.etsy.com20%
Simply 1 LoveApparel (women), Apparel (baby + kids), Accessories (women), Accessories (baby + kids), Boutique, Vintage http://www.simply1love.com
http://www.simply1love.etsy.com
20% off
SkuttleBumApparel (baby + kids)https://www.etsy.com/shop/SkuttleBum 25%
sweet whimsy designsToyssweetwhimsydesigns.comFREE SHIPPING
Tahoe Chic Scrubs
That Special TouchHome DecorEtsy.com/shop/katiesspecialtouch15%
The Hustle RedefinedAccessories (women), Accessories (baby + kids), Home Decorwww.etsy.com/shop/TheHustleRedefined20% off
Tiny G CompanyApparel (women), Apparel (baby + kids)www.tinygcompany.com 25% off entire site
Toofeego ThreadsApparel (women), Apparel (men), Apparel (baby + kids)Www.toofeegothreads.com20%
Wire and HoneyApparel (women), Apparel (baby + kids), Accessories (baby + kids), Home Decorwww.wireandhoney.com20%
Wolfe and ScampApparel (baby + kids), Toyswolfeandscamp.comFree shipping no minimum purchase
Zany Du DesignsApparel (women), Apparel (men), Apparel (baby + kids)www.zanydudesigns.com 15% off $20 min

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