Jess from http://www.cottonlily.com/ is on the blog today to tell you about her fantastic business; please read all about her and go and have a look at her gorgeous website and then come back and enter her very generous giveaway at the bottom of the post 🙂 Also if you would like to place an order; all first time customers get 10% off automatically and it’s FREE shipping every Friday 🙂
Who are you?
I’m Jess Taylor, an Aussie mum-to-be who has made Bristol, UK my home. I’m 7 weeks away from having my first baby, a little girl.
What do you do?
I am the Founder of Cottonlily.com, an online boutique specialising in organic essentials for newborns and new mums. I work alongside my husband Sam, whose job is mostly to keep me calm, encourage me and remind me that I’m pregnant.
When did you establish your business?
The business began in 2011 in Australia, and launched in the UK this August. I love online shopping and found that it was harder for me to find baby products that were of great quality all in one place. I wanted gifts for my friends’ children that were organic, made well and that lasted forever. I decided to start my own business to serve that need.
I was pretty adamant that the majority of my suppliers be based in the UK as well, it’s important to support small businesses just like mine.
What made you start your own business?
I used to work in Advertising, and the fast pace was pretty stressful. I always felt that there was never enough time in the day to enjoy life, so when Sam and I decided to have a family, I knew starting my own business would give me the flexibility and freedom to do what I loved as well as spend quality time with my favourite people.
What do you love about working for yourself?
The sense of freedom, as well as the responsibility. When the business does well, it feels amazing. Plus, I get to watch daytime tv when I’m procrastinating.
Is there anything you do not like about working for yourself?
That daytime tv needs to be taken away from me! I think it does get a little lonely at times but I’ve built up a network of fellow work from home parents and it really does help having someone to chat to during the day.
Is there anything you would go back and do differently if you could?
Not at all, I’ve made the best decision and I highly recommend it to everyone!
What advice would you give to a Mum considering starting her own business?
Do the jobs you’re the expert at and let others handle the bits you aren’t so great with (hello accountants!). Join a mumpreneur group if you’re feeling lonely, support is always at hand.
Jess is very kindly giving away a cuddledry apron towel and a cuddledry change mat liner to one of my lucky readers.

Cuddledry Baby Changing Mat liner.

Cuddledry Apron Towel
To enter all you need to do is complete the Rafflecopter below 🙂
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My favourites would either be the Springtime spot baby grow http://www.cottonlily.com/springtime-spot-baby-grow/ for cuteness or the Eco Merino blanket for softness http://www.cottonlily.com/weebits-eco-merino-blanket/
http://www.cottonlily.com/cinch-tummy-wrap/ i could really do with one of these xx
I love the feeding tops – they are an absolute essential… http://www.cottonlily.com/kaj-long-sleeve-feeding-top/
This is v cute, looks so comfy!
http://www.cottonlily.com/bamboo-baby-cable-knit-body-suit-in-midnight/
I’d had my eye on this before weaning Emily but never got round to buying them, and it remains right up there with my favourite items, the Su Munch Set: http://www.cottonlily.com/babisil-su-munch-set/
I love the Babisil Sets, the purple one is my favourite but they are all great http://www.cottonlily.com/babisil-mu-munch-set/
I’m loving the Babisil Su Much Set- http://www.cottonlily.com/babisil-su-munch-set/ Perfect for our little monsters!
I’m loving the Babisil Su Munch Set – http://www.cottonlily.com/babisil-su-munch-set/
@littleboo_21
love this – http://www.cottonlily.com/magic-car-baby-grow/
@emmav6
I really like this 2 set of vests for Addy, shame they dont do her size
http://www.cottonlily.com/frugi-polka-layering-body-2-pack/
I love the kiwi coloured organic receiving blanket 🙂
My favorite is the Organic Ultimate Receiving Blanket- Ivory with Blue Circles and Trim: http://www.cottonlily.com/organic-ultimate-receiving-blanket-ivory-with-blue-circles-and-trim/
I love the Springtime Spot Babygrow 🙂
There are such an array of beautiful items on the site , it was difficult to choose!
I love the Dino Body Suits http://www.cottonlily.com/dino-2-pack-body-suit/
I love the bibs, especially the Free Range one; http://www.cottonlily.com/little-green-radicals-free-range-bib/
I love the Daisy Chain Babygrow
http://www.cottonlily.com/daisy-chain-babygrow/
http://www.cottonlily.com/springtime-spot-baby-grow/ I love the pastel colours
This is gorgeous http://www.cottonlily.com/organic-ultimate-receiving-blanket-ivory-with-pink-circles-and-trim/
Organic Ultimate Receiving Blanket – Kiwi Dots & Stars with Mocha Trim – would totally look right at home in Dexter’s room. I love the baby green that’s out there as baby blue can be so overwhelming http://www.cottonlily.com/organic-ultimate-receiving-blanket-kiwi-dots-stars-with-mocha-trim/
I like the Babisil Mu Munch set (in purple)! Would be great as my little one is teaching herself to feed with a spoon at the min! oh the mess! lol x
http://www.cottonlily.com/babisil-mu-munch-set/
sorry here is the link! (in purple) 🙂
http://www.cottonlily.com/daisy-chain-babygrow/
http://www.cottonlily.com/daisy-chain-babygrow/ love this
I absolutely adore this… http://www.cottonlily.com/daisy-chain-babygrow/
this suit is nice for boys
http://www.cottonlily.com/magic-car-baby-grow/
http://www.cottonlily.com/dimples-sleepsac-in-chocolate-stripes/ I adore the Dimples SleepSac in Chocolate Stripes!!!! I have always loved sleeping sacs/bags for my babies as I feel rest assured knowing they couldn’t wriggle out of their blankets throughout the cooler nights x
Tricky question – I love so much on that site! Thanks ffor highligghitng it, will be shopping soon I think! Anyway, I love the daisy chain babygrow on this page http://www.cottonlily.com/girls/
http://www.cottonlily.com/cinch-tummy-wrap/ – like the sound of this @MummyFever
I love this – http://www.cottonlily.com/daisy-chain-babygrow/ and this sounds great too – http://www.cottonlily.com/green-people-nappy-cream-baby-balm/