GIVING IS AWESOME: I am over the moon to bring to you this awesome giveaway from my new friend, Rachel of August Tea Photography. Rachel takes amazing photos and portraits and is a true artist when it comes to capturing families and little ones. I was lucky enough to have her take sweet Amelie Jo's Christmas portraits last week. August Tea Photography and I have teamed up to giveaway an unbelievable gift to a needy family this Holiday season. Here is a post from Rachel's photography blog: "Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year. Everyone is so... Continue reading

Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, Emerson Creek Pottery artisans are continuing the American tradition of pottery making in a contemporary way. The property on which Emerson Creek Pottery sits was originally a 500-acre land grant from the King of England. In 1825, Silas Wade aquired the land and built his two room, and two story log cabin, now the home of Emerson Creek Pottery. To the north are the majestic Peaks of Otter, visible through the treetops in winter. The land rolls gently away from the house to the creek beds. Influenced by the... Continue reading

At Amelie Jo, Christmas is in full swing! What better way to ring in the season than with an adorable new giveaway from Snugglepants? Chief designer, and mom, Ashley has this to say about the birth of Snugglepants:"Snugglepants was born when I turned one of my favorite sweaters, the original Gap Crazy Stripe sweater from 2000, into a pair of pants for my then 9 month old son. The original Gap Crazy Stripe Sweater from 2000 has since become our signature item! I had attended FIT in New York and majored in fashion design, but my life's work and passion... Continue reading

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Infant Entrapment and Suffocation Prompts Stork Craft to Recall More Than 2.1 Million Drop-Side Cribs WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Stork Craft Manufacturing Inc., of British Columbia, Canada, today announced the voluntary recall of more than 2.1 million Stork Craft drop-side cribs, including about 147,000 Stork Craft drop-side cribs with the Fisher-Price logo. The recall involves approximately 1,213,000 units distributed in the United States and 968,000 units distributed in Canada. CPSC urges parents and caregivers to immediately stop using the recalled cribs, wait for the free repair kit, and do not attempt... Continue reading

Amelie Jo is pleased to welcome Etsy handmade artist, Puddin' Pies to our growing family. Stay-at-home mom, Cynthia Nodland is the creator of Puddin' Pies, who has just reawakened her creative side, thanks to her faith and two little girls. I had a chance to interview Cynthia recently, who spoke about her new adventure into the handmade world. -When did you start sewing and why? "I started sewing about 8 years ago - quilts, not clothes. Then a few years ago I tried sewing matching Christmas dresses for myself and my daughter, which was a huge failure!!! This past summer... Continue reading

Are you a handmade artist who would like more exposure for the upcoming holiday season? Here are some options: Giveaway and Review of your product Featured Artist article with full color photos A sidebar ad for only $5 per month! I do not charge for writing up giveaways, reviews or articles. I only ask that you mention Amelie Jo on your blog or heart my etsy shop, in return. Please send me an email to discuss details: [email protected] Continue reading

To purchase Amelie Jo's Handmade Ruffle Pants please follow this link http://www.ameliejoamericanbabyboutique.com/category_63/Private-Label-Ruffle-Pants.htm. Continue reading