Some of my favorite projects in 2010....I'm looking forward to 2011! I learned a lot this past year, sewing wise...can't wait to learn more. There is ALWAYS more to learn. :D Happy New Year!! … [Read more...]
Dear my kids pattern giveaway!
December 31, 2010 By 159 Comments
***This giveaway is now closed*** Happy (almost) New Year!! Boy, do I have a fun giveaway for you today! Karen from Dear My Kids Easy Wear on Etsy is giving away 3 patterns to 3 different winners! She has the cutest patterns-especially outerwear...these are some I'm eyeballing right now! Planning on trying the hoodie vest and … [Read more...]
photo displays
December 30, 2010 By 5 Comments
I saw this idea for a photo display a few days before Christmas and decided to make a few for some close friends and my momma for Christmas gifts. (and one for me, muwahaha) They were so easy and fun!I forget how fun it is to get dusty and paint covered sometimes! (on a small scale, that is, haha)On a fun note-look at cute little baby Sadie in the … [Read more...]
more gathered clutches and a pincushion
December 28, 2010 By 9 Comments
Well, I told you I ordered more zippers (from my awesome sponsor Zip it!)....what was I supposed to do? Let them gather dust!?Appalling! ;)So I whipped up a few more gathered clutches, one for my sister in law-to be, and one for my sister. I love coming up with fabric combos-so this may end up being my go-to gift for gal pals. I lined them in the … [Read more...]
hey, all.
December 27, 2010 By 9 Comments
I'm back! Couldn't stay away for too long, ya know? (though posting may be spotty this week)We had a great Christmas, spending time with family and friends, and Sadie LOVED opening her presents. Really, is there any other option when it comes to presents? Of course she's gonna love opening them! (and playing) The hit was her Aquadoodle...really it … [Read more...]
Christmas card wreaths are awesome.
December 22, 2010 By 11 Comments
Hey all! I just wanted to show you how the Christmas Card wreath looks full of cards...and show off a few lovely ladies who made them too! My mom has two of these (that's where I originally got the idea) and they are practically falling off the wall by Christmas, they're so heavy with cards. I am so excited for the beautiful cards we've … [Read more...]
meat and potatoes tutorial
December 22, 2010 By 17 Comments
Winner winner chicken dinner! Here's how I made this cute felt chicken dinner.Click below for more! you'll need: tan felt dark brown felt white felt poly fil or felt scraps chicken and potato pattern matching thread, sewing stuff. Print out your pattern and cut the pieces. Line up each bone piece with each meat piece like so, and sew … [Read more...]
apron+food=fun
December 21, 2010 By 9 Comments
Sadie's little friend Rayne (coincidentally my BF's daughter), is getting a kitchen from Santa this Christmas. but SHHHHHH don't tell!So I knew I had to make her something for that. I made this cute apron using my own tutorial. (which is a quick sew, if you still need something for your little chef for Christmas!)Don't you loove the fabric? It's … [Read more...]
christmas decor
December 20, 2010 By 8 Comments
It's not much, but I wanted to show you a few of my favorite and new Christmas decorations! I usually have teal, green, and white plates hanging here, but I searched around a couple of thrift stores and found some Christmas ones. My favorite is the Cookies for Santa plate-perfect for Christmas Eve! I got all of the christmas ones for under $6. I … [Read more...]
silhouette stuff
December 18, 2010 By 24 Comments
Sooo...as you can see, I've been busy with my Silhouette making Christmasy things! Big surprise there, huh? Here are some of the things I've made with my new BMF (best machine friend) I made this reindeer pillow cover using the heat transfer material. Can I just say how much I love reindeer? I want them on everything this year. It's borderline … [Read more...]