Betcha didn't know we Gilroyans have our own theme park. Yep we are THAT cool. Today Aimee, Kim, and I packed up the kiddos, shoved three full size strollers, three carseats, and ourselves, into Kim's car, and headed off into the heat. And boy, it was HOT. We still managed to have some fun!Sadie had the most fun on the carousel. She loves those … [Read more...]
cherries!
July 17, 2009 By Leave a Comment
We've been enjoying some cherries we got on sale this week...although Sadie is not allowed to feed herself. Can you imagine the stains? shudder. I made this peasant blouse for Sadie last night. I loove it! Got the fabric in a remnant pile at Joann's for like, a dollar. I used this tutorial. She has a lot of great tutorials! It was tricky at first … [Read more...]
standing
July 17, 2009 By 3 Comments
Sadie stands. She started doing this the day after Rory left. I think she'll be walking by the time he gets home Saturday, haha. Just kidding. I hope she doesn't, or we'd (I'D) never hear the end of it! We went over to my parents house for dinner again tonight, third time this week. (They're saying"grumble grumble free loading daughter grumble … [Read more...]
Sadie @ 11 months and how things are going.
July 15, 2009 By 5 Comments
So...Sadie's turning one next month. I'm still not sure how I feel about that. On one hand, I'm excited for her to be growing up and learning things (and planning her party, let's be real), on the other hand, I want her to be a baby as long as possible! Don't all mothers think that at some point? Tell me I'm not alone, mommas! hehe. Well, Sadie is … [Read more...]
Me, in a large nutshell.
July 13, 2009 By 3 Comments
I saw this awesome Photo tag on another blog and decided to do it. If you so feel inclined as well, please do so! 1. A picture of you in your bedroom.My bedroom when I was a teenager...I'm not in the picture obviously, but it's the only one I have. Pretty funny-looking...although then I thought I decorated pretty well. I even cut out my name from … [Read more...]
Freezer Paper Stencils, yes, another tutorial.
July 12, 2009 By 17 Comments
Honestly, I'm not a know-it-all...although some of you might think so after my recent rash of tutorials. It's just so fun learning a new craft, I love to share it with you! So here's how to do a freezer paper stencil...and if you're sick of me talking about stuff, I don't blame you. (but hey, isn't that the point of a blog?)I got my freezer paper … [Read more...]
winner winner chicken dinner
July 12, 2009 By 11 Comments
Congrats to Janeene! She won the tote bag and goodies giveaway! Send me your address and I'll send it off to you! My email is princessjess3(at)yahoo.com. Hope you enjoy it! :) … [Read more...]
Stencils and swings
July 11, 2009 By 4 Comments
Today we had the pleasure of Aunt Nae Nae's company. Julia and Josh also came over to earn money pulling weeds and had some lunch with us. Their money was already burning a hole in their pocket when they left, Josh having some big plans for it. :) During the afternoon nap I finally got around to making some freezer paper stencils and decorating … [Read more...]
crafty
July 9, 2009 By 3 Comments
This is the other quilt I made for Craft Hope. I've had the top done for awhile, but didn't get around to finishing it...I like it, although the spacing of the yellow squares BUGS me. Oh well! Too late now. I'm shipping them off today, as the deadline is July 25th. So, if you want to participate, go to their website for info!CLick here.TOday is a … [Read more...]
Tote bag tutorial
July 8, 2009 By 23 Comments
Hey everyone! Hope you have fun making this tote...it's so easy! Click below for more!This is what you'll need to get started: Fabric (see below)Heat n BondFusible interfacingScrap fabric for appliquesAnd of course, scissors, sewing machine, pins, thread, and a measuring tape is handy. Fabric: 1 15x30 inch piece of fabric for lining1 15x30 inch … [Read more...]