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It's never too late to do what you love, I am so proud of my mom! (self.TwoXChromosomes)

submitted ago* by localmotion

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So yes this is a bit of a shameless plug, but I thought you ladies would appreciate this. My mom has been a waitress pretty much her whole life but has always been very artistic and creative. She busted her ass raising my sister and I. Now that we are grown she has some time to pursue her creative side and she opened her own etsy shop selling vintage-style stuffed animals she sews. She also plans on selling her artwork in the near future! I am so proud of her I just wanted to share. And you have to admit the animals are darned cute!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/AnimalCrackersbysue

EDIT: Thanks for all the love! My mom will be thrilled when she sees all the views she got! :)

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[–]reeksofhavoc 12 points13 points ago

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Sweet baby elephant is sweet. :)

[–]soaringrooster 12 points13 points ago

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Awww. I want one of each! These aren't toys, their heirlooms!

[–]localmotion[S] 5 points6 points ago

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She would love to hear that! She still has her stuffed "honey bear" from when she was a child who was handmade by underprivileged kids (if I remember correctly).

[–]JingleTTU 10 points11 points ago

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Your mom should do a Reddit alien. I would definitely buy one especially around secret Santa time!

[–]slates 9 points10 points ago

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I...I think I should go freeze my debit card...

[–]somekindofaverage 7 points8 points ago

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Thanks a bunch for the link (shameless or not). I am a military wife and therefore am surrounded by pregnant women. Any of these would be wonderful baby gifts. Definitely something different that they're not going to find anywhere else.

[–]countingchickens 8 points9 points ago

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I love these!! If I had the money I would buy a ton of them right now - instead, I am bookmarking the page for future reference, and will buy them as gifts down the line.

If I can throw in my own mama pride alongside yours: my mom quit college because of being pregnant with my sister when she was 19 back in 1972, but a few years back, in her 50's, she finished a PsyD and is now a licensed therapist - her lifelong dream. Our mamas really are models.

I'm wishing joy to you and your mom! May all of us realize our dreams, even if it takes a while...

[–]missyb 6 points7 points ago

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Good for her! My mum quit work to look after me and my sister when we were little, then she got a teaching degree through the Open University (like a correspondence course) and now is a teacher with a ton of job titles. She makes more money than my dad! I am so proud of her.

[–]localmotion[S] 2 points3 points ago

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Thanks for sharing, what a wonderful story! :)

[–]gordee 5 points6 points ago

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These are so cute! I collect elephant stuff, so I'm going to pass this link on to my boyfriend ;) ;).

[–]ElDiablo666 13 points14 points ago

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"Hey honey, here's what I want you to surprise me with."

[–]engineer_girl 8 points9 points ago

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god! i am proud of your mom, i can imagine how proud you must be!

[–]perfectwreck 6 points7 points ago

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OHEMMGEEEE indeed.... I love the giraffe.... want so much.... Congrats to your mom!

[–]sladkvat 7 points8 points ago

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Psst.. your mom should make a dog or a monkey. My nephew's 1st birthday is coming up ;)

[–]localmotion[S] 2 points3 points ago

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I'll pass that along!

[–]agnesthecat 2 points3 points ago

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Yes, more non-pink items please! I love the pink but unfortunately everyone I know is having male babies, and despite my best efforts towards forcible gender de-stereotyping, I'm not sure they would like a pink kitty as a present :/

[–]localmotion[S] 1 point2 points ago

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She did pick out a bunch of "boy" prints a few weeks ago, they should be up soon!

[–]vlemon8 5 points6 points ago

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I love the floppy cat! My birthday's coming up...sending the link to loved ones!

[–]localmotion[S] 1 point2 points ago

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That's my favorite too :P I told her she needs to make me one for helping her set up her shop!

[–]localmotion[S] 1 point2 points ago*

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Someone bought him! :) Hope it's for you! EDIT: Looks like it was another redditor but don't worry she has another one to list!

[–]vlemon8 1 point2 points ago

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Thanks, I'll keep an eye out!

[–]ashleyraptor 6 points7 points ago

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I am so proud of your mom! That is really amazing.
What are the odds she'll make some sweet baby bunnies in the future? :)

[–]JennieRose 3 points4 points ago

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Okay, I only lurk and never, ever, comment. But, I must have that giraffe. Must. have. Does she do international shipping? I'm afraid if I ship it to a friend to bring out to me, it will be too cute for them to give it up!

[–]localmotion[S] 1 point2 points ago

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Yes she can ship international, it will just be a little more $ and a little slower.

[–]BUUUURP 3 points4 points ago

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WANT

[–]Buttonwillow 2 points3 points ago

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Awe!! I feel like a kid. I'm turning 26 in a few weeks and I'm totally going to ask my mom if she'll get me the elephant. _^

[–]impotent_rage 0 points1 point ago

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yeah, the elephant is my favorite

[–]miparasito 2 points3 points ago

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DAMN YOU!! I don't have any money to spare right now but I must have the 70s kitty. :-( If it's already sold by the time I'm in shape to buy it, do you think she'd be up for sewing another like it?

Your mom rocks.

[–]localmotion[S] 1 point2 points ago

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She has a another one she hasn't listed yet too so no worries.

[–]royalmarquis 2 points3 points ago

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Definitely. I love the elephant! Tell me she'll make doubles!

[–]localmotion[S] 1 point2 points ago

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Yes she can do that, you can even make a request for certain fabrics and colors if you like!

[–]herhorribleness 2 points3 points ago

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... I want that elephant so much.

[–]makeitchemical 2 points3 points ago

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awh, how lovely! cute shop too.

[–]missyb 2 points3 points ago

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Those are just beautiful!

[–]somethingweird 2 points3 points ago

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very pretty!

[–]Comowl 2 points3 points ago

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That giraffe is freaking adorable.

[–]RaspberrySwirl 2 points3 points ago

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I like this story :-)

[–][deleted] 2 points3 points ago

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Very cute! I love the fabrics.

[–]anastasiabeverhausen 2 points3 points ago

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I love this! I want one!!

[–]cpreg 2 points3 points ago

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Awesome! Yay, mom!

[–]Cand1date 2 points3 points ago

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There was a person on Reddit yesterday looking for a vintage stuffed Koala for her Mom. maybe your Mom could make a replica for her.

[–]localmotion[S] 1 point2 points ago

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That's a good idea. Do you remember where you saw it, I can't seem to find it....

[–]Cand1date 2 points3 points ago

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Found it!

[–]localmotion[S] 1 point2 points ago

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Thanks I sent her the link!

[–][deleted] 2 points3 points ago

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i bought the Adorable Floppy Stuffed Kitty Cat. couldn't resist.

[–]localmotion[S] 1 point2 points ago

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Aww thanks! :) He is my favorite I call him Hobbes. I hope you give him a wonderful new home!

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points ago

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i have no doubt, i think a prominent spot on my couch..

[–]emmster 1 point2 points ago

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Love these! I think I see some purchases in the near future. I know a couple of kids who would love them.

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points ago

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Holy cow! Those are really cute. I've got a nephew with a birthday coming up...

Thanks!

[–]P41G3 1 point2 points ago

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:) Good for her, she's got some real talent!

[–]royalmarquis 1 point2 points ago

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I bought the elephant!

[–]localmotion[S] 0 points1 point ago

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Awesome! Thanks! :P I hope you give him a great home!

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