Holiday Savings with a Smile!

We're so excited about the new 2008 version of our Holiday Gift Guide. This years guide is jam packed with promo codes, discounts, gift wrapping and deals. It's been a whirlwind of activity and inquiries, and we have some outstanding companies/sellers and shops involved this year! (with many more on the way)

Please visit our Holiday Gift Guide on Boutique Cafe by clicking this cute little banner. Once you're through shopping, be sure to snag our banner and place it on our blogs. Your friends will thank you, and you'll look so holiday savvy!

Crafting Apron

We love this Custom Crafting Apron from StarlitNestGifts on etsy.

"A perfect gift, or perfect for YOU! Keep everything organized and handy with your craft or gardening apron! I don't know how I could live without mine! No more hunting down your scissors, calculator, pens, or gardening tools!!! Use it for beading supplies, or in the kitchen... Plus it's awfully stylish, don't you think?

How it works: Select 3-4 fabrics from the available choices in my other shop: http://starlitnest.etsy.com. I will decide which print goes where, trust me, it will look great. The ties are quilted and thick for comfort and durability. All materials are 100% cotton and high quality, of course!

A 3 pocket apron is $28. You can add pockets if you like, there are a variety of ways - you could have just one added to the middle, front (add $3). Or you could have 6 total pockets, 2 rows of 3 pockets each (add $5). A zipper added to one of the pockets would cost $4 extra. Need extra long ties, just let me know. It's totally custom, so you tell me what you'd like."


Pick your favorite fabrics and order yours today >

Madison Apron in Amy Butler print

From Boojiboo on Etsy:
"The "Madison" is our most versatile apron. It can be used for vendors at craft and art shows, waitressing, bartending, crafting at home,...

All seams are neatly enclosed (no raw edges anywhere) and there is a layer of heavy cotton fabric sandwiched in between to give it durability.

Overall dimensions are 20" x 10 1/2". All pockets are 7 1/2" in length, largest is 7" wide. Center pocket with flap and velcro closure is 5 1/2" wide, this is where you want to put your valuables ($$). Pen pocket is 1 1/4" wide, and last pocket is 5 1/2" wide. Apron closes with 2 D-rings on right side. Strap is 32", and will accommodate most shapes and sizes."

Snag it here >

for Nie Nie Mocca Childs Apron

Gorgeous size 2-4t apron with Alexander Henry fabric from BaublesandBits on Etsy. This is a charity listing with proceeds going directly to Stephanie and Christian Nielson.

"This is a charity listing for Christian and Stephanie Nielson. They are two the young parents of 4 beautiful children. They were in a airplane crash on August 16th that left Stephanie (Nie Nie) with 80% of her body burned and Christian with over 30% of his burned. Their pilot did not survive the crash. They are both in critical condition in Mesa Az.

The proceeds from this listing (100%) will go to the Nie Nie and Christian fund."


for more information on their recovery
Make it yours >

To donate to the Neilson family directly:

Tribal Hemp Apron

Tribal Hemp Apron - handsewn with Hmong batik Hemp and Linen. You'll love the gorgeous salmon-colored hemp fabric, made by the Hmong tribe of Northern Laos.

The Hmong are amazing people who use symbols and textiles as their written language. This hemp is grown, hand-woven and hand-batiked by the tribe. (Batik is the process of treating fabric with wax, applying dyes and then removing the wax to expose the fabric underneath.)

Available from Coast Mountain Crafts on Etsy >>

Miss Madaline Apron Pattern

Apron Dress Pattern (PDF) available from LittleDresses on Etsy. This is sweet little peasant style dress with options for a contrasting waistband or apron. There are instructions for making an apron or you can use up your stash of vintage hankies or tea towels! What a beautiful way to use Grandmas hankies!

Size 5-10 years

The bird embroidery design is included!

Super cute - Snag your own pattern here >>

Oil Cloth Apron - You Design!

Awww, nothing says lovin' like wearing oil cloth in the kitchen!! This super cool apron is available for your own specific preferences - you design it! Available on Etsy from polkadotsquare.

Snag it here>>

Pin-up Polkadot

Fun pin-up polkadot apron (custom size) from sassyapron on etsy.


Pick it up here>>

Yellow Bird and Floral Apron

Dapperduds fun Floral and Yellow Bird apron. Available on Etsy.com!

Snag it here>>

Little Miss Shirley

So Adorable!! Sail on the good ship lollipop with this super sweet child's bib apron from retrorugrats on etsy. Featuring red and white swiss dot on front and striped lining. Sized to fit your average toddler or preschooler with adjustable neck tie. Hand-covered buttons close at waistline.

Make it yours here

Crafty da Vinci Apron

Designer zemphira on Etsy is offering this da Vinci craft apron. This lovely apron would make a beautiful gift for the artist in your life!


Snag it for $20 on Etsy!

New Apronista Buttons!!

Woo hoo! It's always fun to get new stuff, I'm really jazzed about the new buttons offered by The Apronista! I love her blog, and I'm always thrilled to give a little shoutout to those who inspire me.

Go grab your button too!

Apron Swap!!

My friend Megan from Brassy Apple just alerted me to a fun Halloween Apron Swap in July. For full details on this fun event (and to sign up by June 30th) visit Booming Aprons.


**If you have a fun Apron event you'd like us to share, send the details to: apronaday@gmail.com

Oilcloth Trimmed Cleaning Gloves

I know this isn't an apron find, but these pretty oilcloth trimmed gloves are the perfect touch with black and white Damask. Designed by JulieMeyer on Etsy.

Use them to wash the dishes, work in the garden, scrub the floor (all while looking cute and saving that manicure).

$12.50 on Etsy >>

Amy Butler Lotus Apron

This lovely apron is made with Amy Butler fabric from her Lotus Collection (Temple Garland in Sky color). Features a sweetheart neckline.

Designed by SassyApron on Etsy and available for $28!

Click to make this yours

Viva Simone - Retro Bo Peep Apron

Check out Etsy for this Retro 1940's Bo Peep apron for your little girl. Made by Viva Simone! Adorable and priced at $14.50

Click here to view this listing >

At Market with The Apron Lady

Have you been wondering where I've been? It's been a long little break but in that time I managed to attend the Portland Quilt Market and cover it as media for my podcast at Boutique Cafe.

I was drooling over all of the gorgeous apron designs and patterns at Market this year! You would have loved it too. Today I wanted to share an interview I had with designer Jan Lutz from The Apron Lady Designs.
**If you leave a comment in our shownotes at Boutique Cafe.com you'll be entered to win some cool giveaways from Jan.

Enjoy!!

CLICK here to view the interview>>

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day to all of the moms and moms to be in our community. You have a tough job, but it's the most important one in the world! I honor each of you today and say thank you for all you do to nurture your families and raise fantastic children!! Feel special today (and everyday).
XOXO!
Daria

Spoil Mom for Mother's Day!

A classic apron by Indulgeaprons in red and white, and adorned with romantic ruffles will make the Mom in your life feel like a queen. This style flatters most body types and adjusts at the neck for the best fit.

Snag it for Mom on Etsy>

Miffy's World is Having a Birthday!

Louise the designer behind Made by Miffy on Etsy is having a Birthday. To celebrate she's offering up a chance to WIN AN APRON!! made with Amy Butler and Kaffe Fassett fabrics!

To be eligible for the drawing simply pop by her blog (listen to the Wild music) and leave a little Birthday message for her in the Birthday Bloggin Competition post. Winner will be drawn on Sunday May 11th!! Good Luck and Happy Birthday Louise :)