Most of you know by now that I love to buy children's books while thrifting. Especially vintage books! My favorites are the Little Golden Books, and those Disney readers. Something about the shiny, sometimes tattered, spine gets my heart pounding! I was in Long Beach a while back and we found this amazing $1 book store that had TONS of golden … [Read more...]
the Posy dress for Ribbon Retreat
June 27, 2012 By 17 Comments
I am so excited to be over on the Ribbon Retreat blog again with another dress tutorial for you guys! What can I say, I'm a sucker for cute dresses, and my girls always seem to be growing up and out of them. ;) Oh, darn, right? So I created this whimsical sundress for summertime-and it'd be great layered with a long sleeve shirt in winter time as … [Read more...]
nursery planning-and a fabric sale!
June 26, 2012 By 11 Comments
***See the winner of the Shabby Apple giveaway here!*** So...you might have heard we're having another girl...and since we don't have to buy a whole new boy wardrobe*, I told Rory I'm definitely making new stuff for the nursery! It's nice to not have to paint the room either-and I still love the color, so I'm working with it. (see more pics of the … [Read more...]
fleece horseshoe tutorial
June 25, 2012 By 17 Comments
Have a hankering to play some horseshoes that won't put anyone's eye out? I found this idea here, and recreated it from the photo-with my dad and Rory's help. I admit I actually don't know the rules of horseshoes-but I know you're supposed to throw them towards the pole, right? My sis beat me good when we had a preliminary warm up game before the … [Read more...]
Shabby Apple $50 giveaway!
June 22, 2012 By 290 Comments
***This giveaway is now closed! See the winner below!*** I've got a fabulous giveaway for you guys today! I wish I could win this one, seriously. You've heard of Shabby Apple, right? They are known for their adorable dresses, skirts, and did you know they have maternity dresses now? Yay! I just love these vintage style earrings! Love the color … [Read more...]
we’re sticking with what we know apparently…
June 21, 2012 By 75 Comments
....cause it's another girl! We are so excited! And yes we will have another bambino someday, but NOT just to try for a boy, lol. We are really really excited to have another girly girl! Sadie was ecstatic when I told her, and now I'm glad I organized all the girl's clothes recently. ;) … [Read more...]
Charlotte’s vintage cowgirl party!
June 19, 2012 By 60 Comments
Phew! We all survived Charlotte's second birthday party! I say survived because we had a high of 104 degrees that day...it was sweltering to say the least! Nevertheless I am one determined gal when I put my mind to something, so I persevered-thanks to a lot of help from my sister, Rory's parents, Rory's sister and her hubby, and Rory of course! … [Read more...]
Melly Sews guest post!
June 18, 2012 By 7 Comments
Hey guys! I'm so excited to participate in Melly Sews' Sundress series! It's really perfect timing with summer upon us....and Sadie is always asking for new dresses! She loves purple lately, so I was happy to oblige with this breezy cotton number. It's really very simple, but the crocheted trim gives it some interest.Head over for more pics and … [Read more...]
Cottage Mama Ruby Dress pattern review and giveaway!
June 15, 2012 By 181 Comments
***This giveaway is now closed. See the winner below!*** My good pal Lindsay over at The Cottage Home has just come out with a new batch of gorgeous sewing patterns! When she asked me to be a part of her sewing tour, of course I said yes! Then I had to choose. :} The ruffles had me at hello on the Ruby Ruffle dress, even though just the name … [Read more...]
a little peek…
June 14, 2012 By 6 Comments
Charlotte's second birthday is this weekend-I can hardly believe it...and we are gearing up for a cowgirl/pony party! I've been crafting my heart out for awhile now and can't wait to see it all come together. Charlotte is still in love with horses and ponies (thank goodness, lol), and though we're not having pony rides or anything, I think she'll … [Read more...]