Not too long ago Miss Mustard Seed mentioned me on her blog. I had sent her several pieces (OK...more than several) that I sewed hoping she would like them enough to carry my line in her shop at Lucketts. After that I heard from several of her readers inquiring about things in my Etsy shop. I got a lovely comment from Etsy shop owner Jody from The Petite Market. She simply said that she liked my things and wished me luck. I thought it was so nice and I replied. We've been talking ever since.
During one of our conversations, Jody asked if I had any vintage, faded fabric in red. I didn't but said I would look around. She ended up ordering 2 grain sack pillow covers. She was nice enough to send these great photos of my pillow covers on her fantastic bench.
The little paisley pillow in the middle is from a faded old grain sack I purchased on Etsy.
Jody carries all sorts of vintage items in her shop. Here are just a few of her treasures.
I check out Jody's shop every few days. Recently she had this little gem listed and I jumped on it right away. Ever since I got my blue Ball jars last summer I have wanted one of these baskets. I think it's perfect.
I can hardly wait to fill it with evergreen and berries for Christmas.
Or maybe pine cones?
Etsy is gearing up for it's best and most successful Christmas ever. It's totally amazing what is being marketed by all sorts of talented people. Most shops are offering some sort of incentive. Free shipping, sales, etc. Take a look when you have time. I can pretty much guarantee you will find something you like.
Oh...Miss Mustard Seed hired me. I am now moonlighting, sewing away into the wee hours of the night. Some of my things are selling really well and some are not. I am so grateful that she gave me this chance to see what I could do. Time will tell. I'm almost ready to send her my second shipment. I'll share some of it in my next post.
48 comments:
Ann,
Thank you so much for mentioning my shop on this post -- it is so appreciated!
Congratulations on working with Miss Mustard Seed!
Jody
The Petite Market
That bench is to die for. I was in love with the whole vignette as soon as I saw it. Your pillows look wonderful on it! I will definitely check out Jody's shop. Fellow Etsy shop owners and vintage lovers unite!
Of course she hired you. I know you will figure out what works. Your pillows on that bench are sublime.
Hi Ann,
Your pillows are so pretty and I can see why they are sought after. I love how the red looks on the pretty bench.
hugs
Sissie
Yay for you!!
Oh Ann, that is absolutely fabulous. I'm so happy and excited for you. Woohoo.
That is great for you to share other etsy shops and congrats on Marian carrying your things in her shop.
Wow - What good news! I'm going to have a closer look.
Aren't blog friends the best! I love your little wire basket. It is perfect for your pretty blue jars!
Your pillows are stunning, and I am sure you will have super success with all of your things. The drawing for the French Grainsack pillow cover will be tomorrow night. I will announce the winner Monday morning and instruct them to email their address to you. Thanks for the fabulous giveaway, there has really been a super respons. Hugs, Marty
Congratulations on your new endeavor! I think it's wonderful to spread your wings and cover a wider market with your products. You do such a great job, it's no wonder that she hired you! Thanks for the recommendation on the other shop too. I'll go check it out.
Congratulations, Ann, on your success with the pillows. Marion knows a good thing when she sees it! Love that old pillow fabric in the center. I do believe that was from a chicken mash bag-as I kind of remember one in that pattern. Loveit! xo Diana
Your pillows look beautiful on that bench! Congratulation on working with MMS!
You go girl, congrats on selling your wonderful items in MMS shop. I bet your things are a hit:)
Congrats on selling through Miss Mustard Seed - she is one dynamite woman.
I love the vintage brush trees. I will have to go and check out her shop. And congratulations on Miss Mustard Seed selecting to carry your things. I wish you the best on that. I am sure it will be a resounding success.
Congratulations, Ann. That is just great. I don't know how you can work all day, then come home and work all night. Good luck.
Ann! That is beyond fantastic! Yay, for you!
Hurray for you, Ann! No doubt that your pieces would sell! I have to visit Jody's shop, too!! And I have to have a peek at your pillows. Of course Miss Mustard Seed would want you!!
Sorry this is sort of scattered!! lol!
Have a great weekend!
XO,
Jane
So excited for you that you are working with Marian. She's the real deal. Super neat lady. Good luck!
Congratulations on working with Miss Mustard Seed! That's wonderful, Ann. Best of luck to you!
Congrats!! The pillows look so nice on her bench! Best of luck!
Congratulations, Ann! I'm so excited and happy for you.! Take care and make sure to get enough sleep!!!
Congratulations, Ann! How exciting! Your items are so pretty, I just love them!
jodi
Miss Mustard Seed knows a good thing when she sees it. :) Congrats...and I am sure you will have a lot of sales.
xo bj
I was so enthralled with the bench the rest of the post became a blur! LOVE that bench!
Yvonne
What great ideas. I love the little trees, and the jars will be great with holiday color.
The paisley pillow is very nice.
Enjoy sewing, little elf.
Wow that's great! I love your pillows on her bench! I guess since I'm new to your blog I didn't realize you had an Etsy shop. I'll have to buzz over and check it out!
I will definitely visit. Your pillows are spectacular and they look beautiful on that wonderful bench.
That is great Ann! Congratulations to you. I love that birch bench with your pillows on it! Beautiful. All the best to you as you branch out. Blessings, Pamela
That's exciting news! I'm delighted for you! I really admire your pillows. It's easy to see why you were hired.
Sharon @ mrshinesclass
Congratulations!! It is nice to be recognized when you are working so hard. Love your wire basket for your jars! The pillows you made are wonderful (as always!). blessings ~ Tanna
Ann, better late than never, I just wanted to say how nice it is to see you doing so well, especially your latest endeavor. Your work is beautifully done so I'm certain you will be very successful. I'm sure you are busy, busy, busy but try to get your beauty sleep sometime. Hehe--------
Shannon
Hi Ann! Marty over at A Stroll Thru Life dropped me an email and said that I won your beautiful French grain sack pillow! I am beyond thrilled! It will look so beautiful in my JDA-inspired farmhouse! I couldn't locate your email address here on your blog, so would you drop me an email so I can give you my address? Thanks, Ann! :)
xoxo laurie
shoemaker813@mei.net
That is awesome Ann! Congratulations! I know your work first hand. It's perfection! Sew away!
Ann,
I am so happy to have found your blog (and your porch!). You are such a talented gal and I am excited for your Etsy shop this Christmas - not to mention your affiliation with Miss Mustard Seed. Wow! That's lovely to hear.
My best,
Mary at Front Porch Ideas and More
OMGosh! Ann, that is amazing! Congrats on working with Miss Mustard Seed! Well, you are fabulous, you know! Thank you for the visit and the sweet comment @TheDedicatedHouse. It means the world. Toodles, Kathryn
Congratulations! One of these days I hope to get to Leesburg to Luckett's. When I do, I'll look for your things in Miss Mustard Seed's booth!
Congratulations on working with Miss Mustard Seed! Your pillows are wonderful! You will be a great compliment to her booth! You are very talented! I love them all!
That is just awesome Ann. Your pillows look great on that bench. Congrats to you, and hope you have a very successful Holiday season. I have a feeling you will be busy!
Hi Ann! Oh, what pretty pillow covers and they look wonderful on her cute bench! Congratulations on working with MMS! How thrilling! Well, your things are just gorgeous!
Yes, Chloe Dawn is a little mini Schnauzer and she's a hoot! She barks like crazy too. I think it's just the breed!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Your pillows are amazing Ann and make the bench perfect! Love the enamel pitcher full of hydrangeas.
Blessings,
Cindy
Hi Ann,
I love what your little basket with the blue jars in it. Wonderful looking pillow covers that you sold to The Petite Market. Congratulations on hooking up with Miss Mustard Seed! That is wonderful, you will be working 24/7 soon!
Hugs, Cindy
Congrats Ann! Great work! I still have not gotten any of those blue jars for me yet. Looking forward to seeing yours filled with greens and berries!
xo Cathy
Congrats Anne! And Good Luck.
I just started on my Etsy shop a little while back. Indeed some things sell great others not at all. I have to try to find my right spot in it all.
Will you come over and visit me again when you have time in between moonlighting. (I know what it is like). I am doing it a lot myself.
Would love to hear your opinion of the cushions I made. (my latest post).
Thanks.
Till soon!
Sandy
Oh, Ann how exciting! As you can tell, I am so behind, I'm just now reading your news. I am so happy for you and wish you the best of luck! Happy Thanksgiving.
Beautiful bench and pillows! Wishing you much success with your beautiful wares! :)
I can't "Thank You" enough for the kind and encouraging comments you left on my weight-loss post! And Thanks for sharing "your story" with me as well! ...very inspiring! Your words were very uplifting and I really appreciate the support!
Wonderful news about signing on with Miss Mustard Seed. I have absolutely loved my experience of running an Etsy Shop. It's so rewarding.
Your items are so professional and beautifully made. Good luck!
You asked about the soda bottles. Those are just the 'Crush' sodas found at Walmart for about $3.00 per six pack (box included). You can find them near their bottled water. : )
Happy Thanksgiving,
Mary Lou
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