So first off...thank you SO much for your sweet words on Tuesday's post. I appreciate them so much! And look-I sewed something! Ok it's not ground breaking...just a little outfit for Sadie's under the sea party this weekend! (she's really excited about turning four can you tell!?) I sewed up a quick elastic waisted skirt and added a ruffled tube … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2012
Sometimes I don’t like to sew. (and other ramblings)
August 7, 2012 By 61 Comments
Yes, it's true. Sometimes I do not enjoy sewing. I have been having a particularly hard time lately with sewing clothes-failed projects and ruined fabric doesn't exactly scream productivity and inspiration. Sometimes my mojo leaves without letting me know and goes on vacation. Rude, right? (hopefully it comes back soon)But you know what? I'm ok … [Read more...]
ruffled crib skirt
August 6, 2012 By 19 Comments
I just love how the ruffled crib skirt came out for the new nursery! It took some time, of course...all that ruffling doesn't happen instantly...(unfortunately)...but I just watched some Netflix and it wasn't too painful. I used about 3 yards of fabric for the ruffles. (from the Mod Basics organic line from my sponsor Fabricworm!) I basically … [Read more...]
Create Kids Couture pattern pack giveaway!
August 3, 2012 By 140 Comments
***This giveaway is now closed. See the winner below!*** I've got a great giveaway for you today! Create Kids Couture has some of the most adorable PDF clothing patterns out there-and now they're expanding into paper patterns! They have four available now, which you can see here, or click on the pics below to take you to the pattern page! … [Read more...]
party planning tips
August 1, 2012 By 13 Comments
So, I feel like I've got enough parties under my belt that I can offer a few tips to the blogosphere. Just my "two cents" if you will. (I'm no pro!) Besides my party mantra "the more sugar the better", I just adore the planning, DIY-ing, and little details that make a party really wow my guests! (and of course, the guest of honor!) So here we … [Read more...]