Thursday, December 29, 2011

Baby Goodies

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I went to a baby shower this week, and made these treasures for the mom-to-be. This is the "circus elephant" from More Softies Only A Mother Could Love.

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Isn't he a cutie?!

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He's a skinny elephant :)

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And this cozy swaddling blanket with a hand-stitched "Y" for their last name will be the perfect fit for a boy or a girl, since they don't know yet what they're having.

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This adorable flannel animal print is sooo soft! I love it!

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What good is a hand-made gift if the wrapping isn't equally pretty? I repurposed a hot pink box I had, covered it with brown craft paper, cut out and glued on part of a card that I actually received for Patrick's baby shower, tied it all up with some lace from the stash and a piece of turquoise paper twine, and slipped in a berry sprig. I think I had as much fun, if not more, with the wrapping as I did with the actual gift.

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And a sewing day is never successful until you have made a sufficient mess. Happy sewing and crafting!

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Joy To The World!

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The "halls" are decked...

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The tree is lit...

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Prayers for a peaceful, joyous season have been lifted up...

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From our family to yours! We wish you all a beautiful CHRISTmas season. May your homes be warm and cozy, your tummies be full of scrumptious goodies, and your hearts be home to the King of Kings!

Love,
All of Us