My uber talented friend Rachelle from Rachelle Lee Photography did a newborn session the other week with Ava, and wow! I just can't get over how gorgeous these photos are! Rachelle has a knack for capturing the moment, right? Also the sparkle in her eye! It was the perfect photography session, relaxed and calm. She schedules plenty of time for … [Read more...]
Imagine Fabric Amy Butler bundle giveaway!
December 7, 2012 By 201 Comments
***This giveaway is now closed. See the winner below!**** Today I have a fun fabric giveaway for you from a new sponsor, Imagine Fabric! They have a ton of fabulous fabric to choose from, lots of popular brands and designer lines. I was in heaven browsing around! Today they are generously giving away one of these Amy Butler Daisy Chain Fat quarter … [Read more...]
I Sew Lucky handmade doll review
December 6, 2012 By 5 Comments
Guys, I love handmade stuff. That's no secret, right? Especially when I don't have to make it myself! And when it's well-made and beautiful...well that's just the bestest. (it's a word)So I was ecstatic when I was lucky (pun intended) to receive this gorgeous handmade dolly from April at I Sew Lucky!I picked it out with baby Ava in mind as the … [Read more...]
Charlotte’s big girl quilt (or, the start of it)
December 5, 2012 By 13 Comments
Since Ava kind of has dibs on her nursery, soon the girls will be sharing Sadie's room. (eek!! Ok deep breaths....she'll do fine with the transition to a big girl bed....she will still nap.....please oh please still nap, Charlotte...) So of course this means one thing....a new quilt! (and a new bed, more on that below) To keep with the vintage vibe … [Read more...]
blue polka dot ice cream shirt
December 3, 2012 By 29 Comments
Ok, how's about that little look Miss C is giving me? LOL! It's like she's telling me with her eyes to hurry it up and finish so she can play with her new Squinkie. (our new form of model payment around here) Either that or she's plotting to break into my chocolate stash...which is NOT ok. Mama needs her chocolate. Then 2 seconds later she threw … [Read more...]
bear/doll carriers
November 30, 2012 By 51 Comments
**Just so you don't think I'm some sort of Supermom, most of the projects I'm posting in the next few weeks were made before I had Ava. Just wanted to clear that up. We have lots of junk all over our floors and laundry to be folded over here. (and a baby to be snuggled so it's not all bad!) Not much sewing going on! ;) I got my hands on a copy … [Read more...]
simple doily cardstock ornament tutorial
November 28, 2012 By 8 Comments
I just adore making ornaments! I have so many ideas that I may or may not have gotten overwhelmed, curled up into a ball, and listened to Christmas music instead of making them.Just kidding....not that that sounds like a bad idea or anything....So! Here's my short little how to! These would be adorable in felt, and plain circles would be really … [Read more...]
basic bodice design series guest post
November 26, 2012 By 13 Comments
I'm so excited to be posting over on iCandy Handmade for their Basic Bodice Design series! What a great idea, right? Most everyone has a basic bodice pattern in their sewing arsenal, which is what makes this such a brilliant idea for a series? (Why can I never have these great ideas? lol!) It's a simple dress, but the way the bodice is cut on … [Read more...]
stained glass advent calendar giveaway!
November 23, 2012 By 115 Comments
***This giveaway is now closed. See the winner below!*** You may remember I did a giveaway last year for this super cool nativity advent calendar that my mom made out of felt! She made one when I was a kid and we all loved taking turns each night adding one piece to the nativity scene. Of course, with 8 kids we only got 3 turns, but still was … [Read more...]
strawberry and robot cookies
November 21, 2012 By 12 Comments
I love making cookies for parties! woohoo! It's like my own personal party in my kitchen. Wow, dork alert. But seriously......I made these strawberry cookies for my best friend's daughter's strawberry shortcake party awhile ago. (who is Sadie's best friend, of course. We totally didn't pressure them into that...lol just kidding they love each … [Read more...]