Once upon a time there was a girl named Kim. (That’s me.) She started a blog. (That’s the blog you are reading here.) This blog led to her to meet another blogger named Michelle. (That’s her.)
They became very good friends. And life was good.
And then one day, they were discussing their plans for world domination. (Common topic for Kim and Michelle.) And Kim said to Michelle – or was it Michelle said to Kim? Anyhow, one of the two said: “We should make a bunch of stuff and sell it.”
And that’s basically how our new Etsy store – Sew Midwestern – came to be.
Because neither Michelle nor I would actually take the plunge and do this on our own, a shared Etsy shop was just the ticket.
Basically – we plan to sell handmade items that we love ourselves. Items that would make great gifts for others (or for yourself).
We’ve been working on ideas and products between jobs and family obligations and other stuff for a few months. We’ve had several sewing days and “strategy lunches.” And we have more things on their way in the coming weeks and months.
Here’s a sampling of what’s available in the shop right now.
(Pink and navy clutch, pennant bunting quilt, limited “Born in the USA” onesies, green and navy clutch, strip quilt, personalized name onesie)
I hope you’ll support us in this new endeavor – it is honestly a bit out of both of our comfort zones. If you are in search of a custom gift, please take a gander.
And you are interested in keeping up with what’s going on, we’ll share periodic updates on our blogs and will also update our Sew Midwestern Facebook Page.
What’s your favorite item?
(You should totally buy it. Wink, wink.)
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Amy says
Catching up on my reading and saying CONGRATS on the new store! You guys are amazing.
claire says
seriously?? when do you sleep??!
jk! congrats!!! so fun and such a perfect thing for you guys – now you have an excuse to make fun things because you get to sell them! love it.
Oona says
Awesome! I’ve totally been thinking you need to sell your creations for YEARS now! You know what I would totally contemplate buying? One of those casserole dish covers. Oh yeah.
I’m so excited for you guys! I’ve been telling myself to set up an Etsy store for a long while and I’ve never gotten around to it.
FRECKLES CHICK says
#lookoutMarthaStewart #Kim&MichelleOmniMedia #worlddomination
That is all. You gals are AMAZING!!
Lisa Hamel says
Sounds fun! Good luck! : )
Kristen | Popcorn on the Stove says
Congrats on opening up a shop!
Chelsea @ two twenty one says
So excited for you guys! LOVE the baby quilt. All I need is a baby to go with it. Wishing you tons of success and world domination!
Amanda S. says
Awesome!!!!!!! ๐ Best of luck to you girls!!! I’m definitely going to have to get something eventually… one of those baby quilts or onesies for sure ๐
Ashley Eiban says
Yay! Kim! So exciting! Can’t wait to check it out! And hopefully find something great!!! ๐
Kelly @ Corner of Main says
Awesome! I can’t wait to go check it out. Good luck ladies!
Erin@DomesticAdventure.com says
I can’t wait for Lincoln to wear his new onesie on July 4!
Kelly @ View Along the Way says
Congratulations you guys!! The shop is beautiful and I’m totally drooling over that baby quilt. It’s gorgeous! I know you’ll have tons of success!
Emily @ TwoPurpleCouches says
Congrats! This is so cool! I’m going to hop right over to your Etsy store… oh, and I’ve already got my eyes on that clutch!
Kimberly says
Super tempted to buy the bunting baby quilt. My sister-in-law is due in September with a girl and I think this would make such a sweet gift. I’ll be in contact with you for sure soon.
Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says
Congrats to you both! That’s sew exciting!
Haha. I’m so punny.
anne fassnacht says
I saw this on instagram first thing this morning and had to head over and check it out. I think everything looks great and I am sure the shop will be a success Congratulations
Amber @ Wills Casa says
This is really exciting! I am so happy for you both! I knew y’all were up to something at all those lunches! Congratulations and good luck!!
Shannon says
SO freakin excited for you guys. I know it’s gonna be ridiculously successful because you’ve both got talent coming out your ears. And well, I’m pretty sure you don’t sleep.