Adri's Adorables

11/23/2022

A pile ‘o bibs . . . .
I’ve had so many other obligations and have been traveling so much that I haven’t sat down to sew in ages.
I think I’ll be caught up with baby gifts after tomorrow night!
✏📐✂️👗❤

06/01/2022

All rolled out! 📬 I’m taking a vacation from during the month of June, but all open orders have now shipped! 🖍👋

🇺🇸 Official hobbyist of the USMC; License Number 21132.

05/31/2022

“What the ocean was to the child, the Periodic Table is to the chemist.” 🌊 🔬

05/31/2022

“What the ocean was to the child, the Periodic Table is to the chemist.” 🌊 🔬

05/28/2022

All gave some, some gave all. Please enjoy a safe Memorial Day weekend. 🪖
🇺🇸 Official hobbyist of the USMC; License Number 21132.

05/09/2022

05/09/2022

April showers bring May flowers!
💧💧💧💧💧
🌺🌷🌼🌹🌸


https://www.etsy.com/listing/1215966666/

05/07/2022

Well, this is exciting—just completed my 2000th order! 🤩

05/07/2022

Have a “super” day! 🦸🏿‍♂️🦸🏾‍♂️🦸🏽‍♂️🦸🏼‍♂️🦸🏻‍♂️
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1214929030/

05/03/2022

🐝🐸🌼

05/03/2022

I’ve been an Star Seller from the jump thanks to my customers! 🤘🏼🛼 ⭐️

04/29/2022

New Listings! 🔑


https://www.etsy.com/listing/1220430303/

04/26/2022

Colorful Fishtail Macrame Key Chain Mermaid Tail Key Ring | Etsy

Make a splash with the sea lover in your life—every mer-person needs a fishtail keychain! 🧜🏿‍♀️🧜🏾‍♂️🧜🏽‍♀️🧜🏼‍♂️🧜🏻‍♀️

Each bohemian-style keychain is hand-braided using four different colors of 3 mm cotton cord and measures 6” long. Silver hardware is used. Colors used include white, blue, red, green, pink, and yellow. 🌈

Need more? Contact us! Made by .b!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1206698986/colorful-fishtail-macrame-key-chain

Make a splash with the sea lover in your life—every mer-person needs a fishtail keychain! Each bohemian-style keychain is hand-braided using four different colors of 3 mm cotton cord and measures 6” long. Silver hardware is used. Colors used include white, blue, red, green, pink, and yellow. Nee...

04/26/2022

Make a splash with the sea lover in your life—every mer-person needs a fishtail keychain! 🧜🏿‍♀️🧜🏾‍♂️🧜🏽‍♀️🧜🏼‍♂️🧜🏻‍♀️

Each bohemian-style keychain is hand-braided using four different colors of 3 mm cotton cord and measures 6” long. Silver hardware is used. Colors used include white, blue, red, green, pink, and yellow. 🌈

Need more? Contact us! Made by .b!

04/25/2022

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04/25/2022

Happy Sunday, all! Hope you have a great start to your week tomorrow! 🗓☀️

04/23/2022

Just made the finishing touches on our booth at the St Aidan’s Day School Spring Arts and Crafts Fair. It’s a beautiful day—we are grateful for the lovely weather! Come and see us! ☀️b

8531 Riverside Road, Alexandria, VA 22308

04/22/2022

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https://www.etsy.com/listing/73482681/

04/16/2022

Busy 🐝 today — Made Carter’s appliquéd bodysuits and matching burp cloths!

04/16/2022

Last weekend of prep before peddling my wares at the St. Aidan’s Day School Spring Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, April 23rd! 😅Rain or shine, I’ll be there from 10AM to 5PM next week. It will be a fun, family-friendly outdoor event—see you there! 🤹🏼‍♀️🎪🤡

04/15/2022

Did I mention that I have a niece on the way? 🤰🏼I can’t wait to meet her and made her some welcome gifts last night!

04/14/2022

“Of all the flowers, me thinks a rose is best.” 🌹

William Shakespeare

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1051473592/

04/10/2022

04/06/2022

I’m a Star Seller on Etsy for the 7th month in a row! Last month, I learned I was one of only .5% of shops that have managed to do the same over the past six months in a row. You’re in good hands with me! ❤️
https://etsy.me/3KiV4kE

04/01/2022

Day 31: Looking Forward
Tonight I was able to work on a gift for my who is due in a few weeks! 🤰🏼⏰
We celebrate the baby’s arrival at an outdoor baby shower on Saturday. 🎉🌭
The theme is “Adventure Awaits” — and what better than a themed gift? 🏕🦝
Over the next few weeks I’ll be adding more burp cloths to my shop—I’ll be sure to let you know when the listings drop! 💻👩🏼‍💻
Thanks for spending the month viewing my postings. Let’s keep in touch! 👀💌

03/30/2022

Day 30: A Day in the Life
There’s not a day that goes by without me using my sewing machine in one form or another—whether it’s making a gift, sewing an order, or stitching a repair to my wardrobe! 🎁📬👗
This week I took some time to clean it, check the tension, give it a new needle, etc. 🧹🪡
I was thinking about how classic car lovers name their car. I think it’s about time that I name my machine! 🏎
Ideas welcomed! 💡

03/29/2022

Day 29 - Old vs. New = Dinosaurs vs. Babies
One of my favorite work colleague’s welcomed baby #3 last week. 🤰🏻
Little Charles even listened to me teaching my first virtual CLE course (his dad is licensed to practice law in the same state as me)! ⚖️😉
I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to make a gift for him. 🦕
I chose this print — the cutest & oldest creatures on the planet!
One of the things about babies is they’re not going away. People are *always* have babies. ❤️
That fact alone has ensured many sales the world over! 🤭 But this combo, generally (dinosaurs and babies) are dino-mite! 🧨
I’ve posted a videos showing the embroidery and sewing needed to make this set. 🦖
What’s your favorite dinosaur?!
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03/29/2022

Day 29 - Old vs. New = Dinosaurs vs. Babies
One of my favorite work colleague’s welcomed baby #3 last week. 🤰🏻
Little Charles even listened to me teaching my first virtual CLE course (his dad is licensed to practice law in the same state as me)! ⚖️😉
I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to make a gift for him. 🦕
I chose this print — the cutest & oldest creatures on the planet!
One of the things about babies is they’re not going away. People are *always* have babies. ❤️
That fact alone has ensured many sales the world over! 🤭 But this combo, generally (dinosaurs and babies) are dino-mite! 🧨
🦖
What’s your favorite dinosaur?!
…..

03/25/2022

NEW LISTING ALERT!
These decorative fabric pushpins are a way to and your .
Pushpin thumbtacks measure 5/8” in size and are handmade.
These make the perfect gift for an office mate or coworker!
The fabrics used to decorate these pushpins are high quality solid print cottons.
READY TO SHIP. Multiple quantities in stock!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1189298764/

03/24/2022

Day 24: Milestones
This week I rounded the bend towards 2,900 Etsy sales. ➡️2️⃣9️⃣0️⃣0️⃣
(Fun fact—I actually had a second Etsy shop open at the same time for a little while before they allowed you to carry more than ten categories of items—a lot has changed in ten years!) 🥸👍🏼
On non-Etsy channels, I’ve sold hundreds of items more! 🏷 ☀️
But this week, I’m most proud of maintaining my status for six months in a row! ⭐️🤩
Earlier this week, I received an email message from Chief Product Officer Kruti Patel Goyal. 📧 👩🏾‍💻
She mentioned that out of the 5.2 million Etsy shops worldwide (wowza—that’s a lot of shops), mine is one of only .5% that has maintained a Star Seller rating for six months in a row (since it’s initial rollout)! 🗓🦸🏼‍♀️
This means you can expect quality products, fast shipping, and responsive service from my shop. 📬💨
So, let’s eat cake and celebrate! 🎉🥳
I quilled this paper cupcake just for you to celebrate the occasion. 🧁❤️

03/24/2022

Day 23: Product Range
One of the reasons I make a slew of products is because I realized how much crafting could occur with fabric scraps from other products.
So, from the scraps of larger things come smaller things, like from burp cloths to magnets or even pushpins. From bibs to badge reels. You get the idea!



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03/22/2022

Day 21: Materials
I’ve long loved cover buttons and cotton.
‘Nuff said.

03/21/2022

Day 20: “In” Trends - Florals!
It’s finally here: SPRING! And what’s better than a Rifle Paper & Co Garden Party floral print to celebrate?
This “Wildwood” cotton print features roses, chrysanthemums, peonies, pansies, lemons, berries, and other flowers. I love the color combo on this cotton.
I hope florals are here to stay—I love how bright and colorful they are.

03/20/2022

Day 19: Something New
Key chain fobs will be making their debut in my shop soon. 🔑
This fabric is from Japan—and it’s one of my favorites! 🇯🇵

03/19/2022

Day 18: Sell Yourself!
Crafting isn’t my only hobby. I love to bake. Specifically, cake and cupcakes. 🧁
Allow me to sell myself AND highlight the benefits of a wonderful volunteer organization, ! 🎉
Like me, you can to bake cake for underprivileged, homeless, and foster kids through an organization called . 🎂
Last week I baked and decorated this for a little girl located here in Northern Virginia. 🌈
Before you can sign up to bake a cake, you have to take an orientation training course. Then, you’re off to the races! 🏇
If you’re not a baker, you can also donate money! 💵
This is such a worthwhile cause, and these cakes mean so much to these kids! I’m so glad to be a part of it! 🎁

03/17/2022

Six Months As Etsy Star Seller ⭐️

Proud shop owner moment over here!

03/17/2022

Day 17: Sneak Peek 👀
Here’a a sneak peek of my latest fabric finds—they’ll be put to use making bibs, burp cloths, crayon rolls, and pushpins.
Pro tip: Always pre-wash your cotton fabrics before sewing!
Garden Pin Dot 🌈
by
Bake Sale by for Michael Miller Fabrics 🧁
Splatter Wide by 🎨
Outer Space Rockets by 🚀

03/16/2022

Day 16: Goals 🌈
Each I know masters their craft for various reasons. Money, fame, creative outlet, passion, true talent, etc. 🎨
I do this side hustle for fun. 🤩
When it doesn’t feel fun anymore, I want out. 🪂
Right now I’ve been focusing less on sales and more on mental health and physical fitness. 💪🏽
Present goals = feeling balance — mentally, physically, spiritually, emotionally. ❤️
I’ll focus on new listings and “busy-ness” that comes with business again once I achieve equilibrium. ⏳
These affirmation cards help remind me of these goals and to go easy on myself. 🌸
[I ordered them from .co, and I love them—get yourself a set!!]

03/15/2022

Day 15: Time ⏰
You know how time passes quickly when you’re in flow? That’s how I feel when I’m sewing. Hours can go by, and I barely even notice. 🔄
Here’s a time lapse video showing how I make one of my most popular items—a crayon roll-up. 🖍
These take me about 45 minutes each to make from start to finish! ☑️
I will on occasion wait for more orders to come in before working on one so I can make them in bulk (it reduces the amount of time used by just a little bit). 😉

03/15/2022

Day 14: The Numbers
Here’s a sneak peek at my numbers—I’m baring all right now! 👀
The 0s from 2016-2021 were from me taking a pause to attend law school. I don’t have any regrets focusing solely on school, and I’m pleased to see views and sales continue to increase despite me taking a five-year hiatus. I’m also pleased with the overall conversion rate. 📈
I have lots of new items to list but haven’t found the time right now—maybe after my federal income taxes are filed?! 💵
What you can’t see from these numbers? I tend to do very well in craft fair settings (there’s a lot of “bang” for the “buck” for me and my items). Also, I don’t have a lot of IG followers, but I have upwards of 2-4 orders a day. I also have many repeat customers! ❤️