This is my new definition of PERFECT:
There is no question that my beautiful daughter is my new definition of perfection. She also happens to be my muse – allowing me to pursue goals I had only dreamed of. Without her, this site would not be!
So in honor of my perfect one, here’s a sampling of some handmade in PA baby & children’s goodies!
- Rosie’s Whimsy {2}- not going to lie, Rosie is my girl’s grandmother (and my mom!) and my girl was the inspiration behind Rosie’s precious dresses (like the one above).
- Cookie Dough – creates just the kind of toys that my girl (read: Tara) likes: simple, wooden, beautifully designed.
- Sweet3LeafPrints {1} – baby & toddler basics made unique with stamped prints made from real leaves! My girl has one of these and it is so beautifully made & even has her name painted on the back.
- WatersGirls Crafts – Kristen has been a supporter of HiP from the beginning. She creates a variety of baby & children’s items.
- Clothesline Designs {3} – Jen is a Z-towner and I had the privilege of seeing her work in person last year. Well made, traditional quilting meets hip patterns & prints. Oh, and did I mention stuffed giraffes??
- WoolyBaby {4} – Tiny baby booties created from recycled sweaters. Almost makes you wish winter wasn’t over…almost.
- theAnecdotes {5} – Cozy crocheted items, including assymetrical sweaters, hats, and more!


























Thank you Tara ….. for the mention and for giving us that perfect grandbaby! She is quite the inspiration and has led us to some wonderful HiP finds :-)
Rosie’s Whimsy’s last blog post..Simply S.O.T.A.
awhh she is sweet..I want to hug her all up.
Cindy’s last blog post..Not Makedup
Adorable items you’ve highlighted Tara…and your mom’s note above is so touching!
Pamela Kucera’s last blog post..Iris Necklace of Pink and Brown Zebra Jasper Stones with Rose Quartz, Swarovski Crystals, Czech Glass and Sterling Silver Bali Beads
she’s adorable! just adorable. And, I have to thank you…my brother just had a baby {well, his wife actually had the baby :) } and I’ve been wracking my brain trying to figure out the perfect gift. I just went to Clothesline Designs and found the perfect gift set!! Everything is so cute!!
stacy di’s last blog post..happily handmade giveaway.
Thank you so much for the plug, Tara. And, you already know how much I just want to pinch your daughter’s cheeks :). She is way too cute!
Waters Girls’s last blog post..Some of My Favorite Images
What adorable items – I wish those wool booties came in adult sizes!
Michelle Ciarlo-Hayes’s last blog post..Paws for Charity 2009 Art Book Now Available!
Beautiful child with beautiful mom and grandmom and other friends! Nice choice of baby items but even nicer to witness the web of people this baby has woven around herself.
Pidge Molyneaux’s last blog post..Salmon Shell Beads and Fish Toggle Necklace
Little Girls ROCK! Thx Tara :)
Jody’s last blog post..Tulip Applique Messenger Bag – red and black
Great selections. Your daughter is beautiful and it’s amazing the gifts our children give us!
tremundo’s last blog post..80 years of inspiration
What a cutie! And so happy – nothing better than a HAPPY baby!
I’d like to have that sweater by theAnectdotes in my size!
Genevieve’s last blog post..Spot
She is adorable and I LOVE her top!
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Such a sweet little one! Thank you for including my little Lucas sweater! I am honored!
theAnecdotes’s last blog post..Bridget – 2T