Made this dress during naps today...the pattern wasn't too hard, I even put in a zipper all by myself! Yay! (Mom, are you so proud?) Joanna is sitting here reading over my shoulder and says I sound like a five year old...but I'm the one writing this post. If she wants to write, she should go on her own blog. haha. We're trying on bridesmaids … [Read more...]
New quilt!
April 8, 2009 By 4 Comments
Well, lookie what Mommy finished today! The three hour nap helped, but I still used my machine to sew the binding. I value my free time too much to do it by hand again anytime soon. Stitched it across, and diagonally...again, and again, and yes, again. It really didn't take long, just gave my arms a workout pushing it through the machine. … [Read more...]
New skirt
April 5, 2009 By 5 Comments
New skirt=new pictures, of course.I used this tutorial...although it's a little self explanatory.It's a little short for Sadie but looks fine for now and as long as she "sags" her skirt. lol. I just LOVE how she crosses her feet when she's sitting. It's oh so fancy, and cute. She was all stoic and solemn for me. It's hard to make a baby smile … [Read more...]
Spring is coming…
April 4, 2009 By 2 Comments
...and I thought I should get ready! Today I made this little banner with some scrapbook paper, letters, and ribbon. It took me tops, ten minutes! I love having a stash of stuff to make something random out of on a whim.I also made some more of these eggs. They are soo quick and fun to make! I want to make many, many, more. Click here for the … [Read more...]
Crafties
April 3, 2009 By 4 Comments
I've been feeling crafty lately, so here are some things I've been working on... I made this owl today, inspired by this blog. Oh so cute! She also has a stuffed Easter egg tutorial that I've been using. More on that later...I've only made one! The back is the best part! I had Rory laminate these mini prints at work, punched a hole, put a ribbon … [Read more...]
Mish Mash
March 24, 2009 By 4 Comments
Picture #1: Plants and etc for the front yard. Star Jasmine, Boxwood plants, rosemary, gardenias, rock, iberis, grass, and two other plants I don't remember. Most of these are chosen for looks. I don't know a thing about gardening! I did buy some pink gardening tools the other week though. So cute! haha.Picture #2: A new dress for Sadie...with … [Read more...]
Crafting for babies…
March 19, 2009 By 5 Comments
Now, obviously Sadie cannot do crafts yet, so the title refers to me crafting for her. haha. dur. Anyways, here are some things I've been up to lately... Gathered some cross stitching hoops on the cheap and made this fabric art for Sadie's wall! Close up, cute huh? Soo easy too. New pillow for the rocking chair, and it looks so much better than … [Read more...]
latest sewing project…
March 12, 2009 By 3 Comments
Here's what I've been working on the past few nights! My mom came over last night and helped me figure out the zipper...man is that some crazy sewing. I also pinned down every. single. gather. on that skirt. I've been hoarding a growing stash of fabric for dresses for Sadie, so I figured I should break it out and get sewing. I have more patterns, … [Read more...]
New outfit!
February 10, 2009 By 2 Comments
I made this cute little skirt and onesie set for Sadie today! Simple and easy... Tomorrow we're going to one of those photo places to get some of those cheesy posed baby photos...I'm so excited! My mom is going to go with us to help out with the smiling and such. We're also getting ready for our trip down to Disneyland later this week. We're also … [Read more...]
The quilt!
January 31, 2009 By 1 Comment
Here is the finished product! It was easier than I expected and I learned a few thing along the way that will be helpful next time. (next time...always next time...grr) The whole thing! Nicely sewn edges! I know that's what you're thinkin', right? Sadie loves it! She loved it so much she urped all over it right after this picture! Yess! Plus, … [Read more...]