Have a handmade back-to-school — fun school finds from Etsy

By cfox on 09/01/2011 in Product Reviews

I love handmade items. In fact, ever since the introduction of Etsy.com, life just seemed to get better and shopping for exactly what you WANT got to be way too much fun and my PayPal account can definitely attest to that. Knowing that not every kid in school wants to be seen with the same Toy Story backpack or animal lunchbox as the kid sitting next to them in class, I was thinking that maybe we should make our shopping a little more original and one-of-a-kind. That’s why this week after assessing all the trends from both the boys and girls at school, I’ve revised my shopping list to include a few fun handmade items that you can only find in one place…on Etsy, of course! Let’s take look at what’s hot….

Back-to-School Handmade Clips, $10 for set of 4, from GenevaDiva.

Personalized Nap Mat, $45, from EmbroideryOutlet.

Multicolored Striped Toddler Backpack, $32.99, from leonandcoco.

Bug Bag Zipper Pouch, $14, from MinnieBites.

Personalized Clear School Backpack, $26, from PinkPolkaDotPosh.

Reusable Snack/Sandwich Bag (BPA free), $6, from EverSewClever.

Giraffe Pencil Case, $12.50, from HeavenlyCreaturesArt.

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About cfox

Christine Fox is Everyday Mama to two and a San Diego-based freelance writer and PR pro. She loves everything that has to do with shopping, baby gear and being the talk of the playgroup when she finds the perfect shirt and diaper bag. Her philosophy is simple: that being a mom does not mean that you should sacrifice style. You can be a mom and stylish! When she's not shopping or writing about shopping and baby gear, she can be found playing with her two kids at the park. For more mom finds, you can follow her on Twitter @EverydayMama and visit her own daily blog at everydaymama.com.