More bento fun! Yes, I'm still going strong...our bentos get a bit predictable, but I still love packing a lunch this way. Call me crazy if you want to, I love it. (plus, it really doesn't take very long! most days I pack all 3 girls bentos in about 15 minutes.) Yep, Ava gets a bento now...the scrap bento! It's great giving her the leftovers from … [Read more...]
dollhouse sneaky peeks and blogging
March 10, 2014 By 39 Comments
Just a few sneak peeks at the dollhouse progress! I've been working on it feverishly lately....but I apologize for the lack of interesting any posts lately. I have been struggling with the balance and purpose of my blogging for the past month or so...and I'm working on it...but I wanted to say thanks for sticking with me :) how tos, sources, … [Read more...]
girly chalkboard baby shower
March 3, 2014 By 24 Comments
I successfully threw another surprise baby shower last weekend! This time it was for my sister in law, Anna. She's due with her second baby, a girl, in the middle of March. She is PSYCHED to have a girl after having a boy for her first child and having many boys in her family. So I knew I had to go pink for her shower. I mixed in some gold accents … [Read more...]
floral and striped bateau neck top
February 27, 2014 By 20 Comments
Inspired by tees like this one and this one, I whipped this baby up the other night...seriously fast and cute. Rory even commented on it. I almost died from shock since he never does...doesn't even seem to notice I blog-lol! Sadie loves it...she looks tres chic in it-and I love the combo of black and white with the colorful floral. Look for … [Read more...]
spoonflower fabric
February 24, 2014 By 22 Comments
I went through a phase a few months ago and made a bunch of fabric designs in illustrator and then uploaded them to Spoonflower. I obviously am no designer, lol...though I would LOVE to do that someday...just need some more practice! I just wanted to letcha all know there are some designs in my Spoonflower shop now if you are so inclined. I … [Read more...]
Dollhouse table lamp tutorial
February 17, 2014 By 35 Comments
If you follow me on Instagram, you know I've been working on making tiny things for a dollhouse. (which we pick up this week! yay!) I've always loved miniatures and have wanted to make one for the girls for years, and since Sadie asked for one for her birthday this year (which is in August...er....) I said YES and it could be for both of their … [Read more...]
LOVE4JLK
February 13, 2014 By 59 Comments
UPDATE BELOW It's been a very sad few weeks. I've been trying to write this post in my head for awhile now. I never know quite how to say it. Let's start with the basics. Sadie attended preschool last year with a special little girl, Jennifer. They played and learned together at school, and Sadie adored her. They share the same middle name, … [Read more...]
brownie mix valentine gift free printable
February 10, 2014 By 5 Comments
Today I've got a fun Valentine idea for friends, teachers, neighbors-whoever you want to have a nice pan of brownies mere minutes away. I love these layered mixes you put together in mason jars-they are so cute and perfect to hang onto for a rainy day. Or a chocolate-craving day. (which are one and the same for me. ok every day I crave chocolate. … [Read more...]
KCW: liberty heart Nessie top
February 5, 2014 By 25 Comments
One more project for KCW that's been on my list for awhile-I really wanted to make a Nessie sweatshirt with a liberty heart on the front. So I did it. Can I get a huzzah for crossing things off your list!? *huzzah!* Anyways. It's SUPER cozy. Sadie wasn't thrilled about our photo shoot which was in the morning when it was still a little chilly. … [Read more...]
KCW: grey and mint bimaa sweater
February 2, 2014 By 14 Comments
Mint and grey-another color grey goes well with! (it's a great neutral wouldn't you say?) I just had to make another Bimaa sweater after my first one. Sadie doesn't wear it, sadly. She doesn't like the cowl very much. boo! But Charlotte has worn it, I'm just waiting til it fits a bit better before I let her wear it out of the house. I must admit I … [Read more...]