So I have this table. Isn't it awesome? Kid sized, and big enough for sisters or friends to share. My dad made it for my younger siblings a long time ago, and recently I "borrowed" it for a party and "forgot" to return it. Just kidding, my dad said I should just keep it at our house after the party and I just kept nodding and smiling, knowing the … [Read more...]
Wizard of Oz cupcake toppers
July 12, 2012 By 19 Comments
So my mom and sister have been rehearsing/performing in our local production of Wizard of Oz for the past months...and from what I hear, have been having a blast! My mom was in charge of the make-up which was amazing, and my sister did the cutest dance in the Emerald City scene. Their closing night was last Saturday, and my mom hired me to make … [Read more...]
LEGO DUPLO Bricks and Books set review and giveaway!
July 11, 2012 By 222 Comments
Hey gals! I have a really fun and creative product to share with you today, courtesy of LEGO DUPLO. They have created this new line of Read and Build toys where you...build with blocks while you read a book! (bet you didn't see that one coming! lol.) Seriously, I was really excited when I heard about these because I knew Sadie would absolutely love … [Read more...]
paint chip matching game tutorial
July 10, 2012 By 19 Comments
Hey guys! Head over to Crafting in my Closet today for the quick how to for this super easy and fun to play with clothespin and paint chip game! I've known Teresa for a long time (pre-marriage and kids lol those were the days....), so I am soo excited to be on her blog today with a fun (and really really easy) craft to make for your kiddos to keep … [Read more...]
hot air balloon baby mobile
July 9, 2012 By 43 Comments
I've always loved hot air balloons. I've never rode in one, and probably never will (I'm skeered of heights) but they are just so darn adorable. I love the ones with different colored panels...it's the quilter in me I guess! I drew my inspiration from a few I found on Etsy and had to make my own for the new nursery decor. Maybe it will be hot air … [Read more...]
Diamond Dolly review and giveaway!
July 6, 2012 By 79 Comments
***This giveaway is now closed. See the winner below!*** Hey guys! Have you got yourself an American Girl doll lover in your home? I do, and it's not Sadie....yet! ;) I have always loved those dolls, and my doll Samantha even crawled out of my sister's closet to model an outfit for you today. Ok she didn't actually crawl out, that's a bit … [Read more...]
I’m a Sewlebrity?
July 5, 2012 By 9 Comments
I'm so honored and excited to be a part of Rachel's Sewlebrity series over on Family Ever After! I sewed up this color block tee for the Sadester, who almost immediately smeared pink sidewalk chalk dust on the white part. At least I got pics, right? That's what counts in bloggy land. ;) Hop over to her blog to check out the tutorial! Go leave some … [Read more...]
Modes4u fabric shop review
July 4, 2012 By 4 Comments
First off, Happy Fourth of July to my American readers! We are having a blast so far at our first of two BBQ's. I let myself off easy this year and bought most of the goodies I'm bringing...and man it feels good! ;) So anyways! I have a fun shop to introduce you to today, if you don't know about it already! Have you guys heard of Modes4u? My … [Read more...]
my summers-guest post for Kristen Duke
July 3, 2012 By 2 Comments
Hey guys! Head over to Kristen Duke Photography (who I got to meet in real life at SNAP-she is such a sweetie!) to read all about my summers spent camping with my family.The answer to the question you're all asking yourself is: yes, you will see more awesome outfits like this one.Don't be jealous. … [Read more...]
what’s a nightgown?
July 2, 2012 By 17 Comments
So I made this dress (using my Katy dress tutorial), and all the while in my head kept thinking..."this fabric is a bit see through....well we will see what it looks like on her I guess...it can't be that bad!" haha...yep it was. I informed Sadie that it would be a nightgown instead of a play dress.Clueless look from Sadie.Me: Errrr, I mean a dress … [Read more...]