Homemade Christmas: Superhero Capes

It’s a good thing my two oldest niece and nephew haven’t figured out the internet yet. It won’t be long before I won’t be able to share my projects/their gifts before Christmas! These superhero capes were inspired by none other than the infamous Pinterest. When I pinned this idea I knew it would be just […]

Thanksgiving 2011 & Turkey Handprint Place Cards

Dominic and I hosted Thanksgiving for the second time this year. It was a fabulous get together of his parents, mine, Jemma’s aunties, and the Thankgiving star herself, Jemma! Our meal consisted of turkey, ham, sweet potatoes, rolls, cranberry dressing, olives, pickled beets and beans, olives, cranberry sauce, corn, macaroni and cheese, pumpkin pie, and […]

Homemade Christmas: Circle Scarves

Isn’t this the most awesome fabric? It’s a light weight cotton and I think it’s look so boho. I keep trying to take some self-portraits and the above photo is proof of why it’s just not for me. I even set up the tripod I found at a garage sale this summer in an attempt […]

Homemade Christmas: Rice Cozies

Rice cozies are a family favorite!I grew up with rice cozies (also known as warm/cold sacks or therapy sacks) as the perfect solution to whatever ails you.Cold feet – rice cozy.Tummy ache – rice cozy.Bumps and bruises – rice cozy.You name it, a rice cozy could fix it :) Why I never thought to make […]

Homemade Christmas: R2D2 Inspired Softie

I stink at surprises – that’s why I’m sharing Christmas presents before Christmas. Oops :) This awesome little monster softie was inspired by R2D2. Isn’t he rad!?!? I’m not a Star Wars junkie by any means – I think I’ve seen all the movies. One was even in the theater. There are 4, right? Totally […]

We’ve bought a sheep leg so far …

I’ve heard from a few of you about buying a sheep together through World Vision’s Christmas Gift Catalog! Thank you! I’m seriously so excited to be doing this together!!! We’ve got $15 donated so far and from the sound of it a few more donations will be trickling in over the weekend. Have you had […]

DIY Wool Covers

If I were a sewing genius I would write up my own wool cover tutorial. But, since that isn’t even close to true I want to share a few of the wonderful tutorials already out there. Born to Love – Baby Bum Sweater Pattern  Understanding Laura – Make Your Own Favorite Longies The Sewing Dork […]

How to Make a Blog Button

I made a new blog button the other day and thought I would share the step-by-step in case you wanted to create your own! First things first, choose a picture Next, you’ll need to upload it to a hosting site, I prefer Photobucket  Once uploaded, click “Edit” underneath the photo and it will take you […]

ONE-DERLAND … Party Favors

We’re just about home from good ol’ Texas and I can’t wait to share all the goodies from Jemma’s party! I’ve got lots of pictures from the actual party and this one last post on the One-derland preparations … FAVORS! Somehow I managed to hardly get any pictures of the favors. I guess it just […]

ONE-DERLAND … Jemma’s Alice Dress

Jemma had a special request – an Alice costume for her party.With a few kisses and hugs for her Mimi, Jemma’s wish was granted! She knew an Alice dress was a little above her mama’s sewing skills – maybe by next year I’ll be able to sew something more than a square :) One of […]

Pinterest Project – Top 5

Pinterest is like coffee. It’s a way to pick yourself up during a five-minute break, but don’t consume it at night or you won’t get any sleep. –Rachel Meeks Word. There is no way I’m ever going to do all the Pinterest projects I’ve fallen in love with. To narrow it down a bit, I […]