About Us

Meet the Maker

Hi, y'all! I’m Amanda Lillie—owner, designer, and founder of The Lillie Pad. I’m an 8th-generation Georgia native, based in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains near beautiful Lake Lanier. Here's a little bit about me and how The Lillie Pad came to be.

What started as my crochet hobby in 2011 quickly grew into something bigger than I could have imagined—and even more fun! I opened an Etsy shop called The Lillie Pad in order to have a place to sell my silly little crochet creations.

Amanda Lillie - Owner and Designer of The Lillie Pad

From Hobby to Viral Sensation

In 2013, my handmade crochet baby hat inspired by the Cabbage Patch Kids of yesteryear went viral worldwide. It was featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show, and more. That moment turned my Etsy shop into a full-time business—and I've been creating ever since!

The following year in 2014, I began expanding my product line to include personalized gifts like humorous kitchen towels and even pillowcases--which both ended up having viral and televised moments of their own over the following years.

Growth and Expansion

2011: Opened The Lillie Pad on Etsy as a crochet and pattern shop
2013: Went viral + began offering personalized gifts
2021: Expanded into laser engraving and customization
2023: Launched a hometown goods wholesale line on Faire.com
2025: Formed Lillie Pad Studios LLC

Crochet Cabbage Patch Kid Hat designed by Amanda Lillie of The Lillie Pad became a worldwide viral sensation in 2013

What We Make

At The Lillie Pad, we specialize in delightful custom gifts and hometown goods, including:

Fun kitchen towels, bottle openers, and bottle stoppers
Lake-themed decor and kitchen accessories
Custom trivets, coasters, and cutting boards
Business and corporate custom gifts with logos

Everything is handmade or engraved with care—and designed to bring a smile.

Community & Coaching

I love connecting with other makers! I co-founded Handmades Sale, a curated craft show in Atlanta, and I coach fellow handmade sellers through Flourish and The Market Gals.

Handmades Sale is a curated craft show experience based in the Atlanta and North Georgia areas.

A Team Effort

Behind every product is a small but mighty team—including talented local makers and production assistants who help crochet and craft with me.

Simply Delightful

Whether you're shopping for a gift or treating yourself, my mission is to brighten your day with something delightful.

Thanks for visiting The Lillie Pad!