Happy Valentine's Day

This being Austin's first year of preschool, it was also the first Valentine's Day that he actually exchanged valentines with other kids. Austin and I went to the Target and looked at all of our valentine giving options but were not excited about it. I really wanted something he could help create, and since he can't write his own name, store bought valentines were out. So, I resorted to online research and was thrilled when I found an idea to make heart shaped crayons. Austin had a great time peeling the paper off the crayons, breaking them up and deciding which colored crayons went together to make the prettiest heart. These were super easy and I think they turned out great.

For more info, check out http://www.makeandtakes.com/recycled-chunky-crayons

The First Summer Dress

This week I also made Anna the first of what I believe will be many dresses for this summer. I came across a few patterns while cleaning the craft room the other day, and became inspired to use them. I know it's not summer yet, but i figured I'd get a jump start. It was a little cold to get a nice picture of Anna wearing her new dress, so this will have to do for now. I'll post another picture with her wearing it at a later date.

My Cup Cozy

I have recently been converted to a "tea-drinker" by my mother-in-law. I have always enjoyed a cup of coffee in the morning, but until recently have had no idea how absolutely wonderful a cup of tea can be, any time of day. Now, the kids can be screaming in the back seat of the car, my anxiety level near the boiling point, and after that first sip of tea I can instantly feel my body relax...and if I try real hard it's almost as if I can't hear the kids at all (just kidding).

However, I have encountered one problem with being a tea-drinker. When visiting any local Starbucks, the paper cup is way too hot. Even if they double-cup it or give me a sleeve I still find it unbearable. So, this week I made myself my own personal cup cozy. Being made of two pieces of fabric with quilted batting inside, it really does the trick...not to mention it makes my cup pretty.

I love crocheted hats!

This past month I have been learning to crochet. I specifically wanted to learn to crochet baby and toddler hats. Anna had one when she was born and it was my inspiration to learn to crochet them myself. Now that I know how, there will probably be more hats around than we know what to do with. Here are a few pictures from this week. New colors and styles coming soon!

New Gerber Daisy Tutu

I made this tutu last week for an auction and I thought it turned out super sweet. Therefore, Anna and I were off to Molback's to take some pictures. Tutu is cute but the pictures just don't do it justice this time.

Valentine's Day Tutu

Valentine's Day is right around the corner! Show your little girl how much you love her this Valentine's Day with a posh little tutu. You can custom design each tutu to your liking. 54 colors available. Place your order today!



I love you sooooo much!

Tiny Pies

I feel like everything I have been crafting recently has been tiny. Tiny cakes, tiny onesies, tiny pies...maybe next time I'll try to make something BIG!

I saw a mold for these tiny pies at William-Sonoma and I had to try them. They were super fun to do and they turned out pretty good too. We didn't only make the classic apple pies, but Austin helped to make tiny star shaped pizza pies for dinner that night. My mind is racing with all the fillings I might put into these tiny star pies.