Curled Flowers…

So…just when I get back to crafting, my sewing machine gives me grief.  It is something with the bobbin case, and could cost $40.00 to replace…ugh.  In the mean time, I plan to do crafts that don’t require sewing (Addison’s shorts are on hold).  I found this adorable curled flower accessory at I Heart Naptime (love the name of this blog!)  I got started on mine and really had a fun time with this project.  I plan to make many more of these especially for the shirts that get stained, but are still in good condition.
I cut circles of different sizes.  I didn’t have any rhyme or reason with it…just cut the next one a tad smaller than the one before.  Used fabric glue to glue them together.  After this step, I added an embellishment.It’s hard to see, but I glued a piece of velcro to the onsie as well as the flower.A close-up on the flower attached to the onesie. The whole thing. Then I made this hot pink one (every girl needs pink!) I put these side by side to show the difference between the two. The first one I made (blue one), I used matches to burn the edges.  The pink one, I used a candle.  You can see that the blue one did not curl near as much as the pink, and it took twice as long!  I also didn’t use as many circles as the blue one, and has more life to it.   I’ll definitely be using a candle from here on out.I also did what I heart Naptime did by adding velcro to a clip, so it can double as a hair bow.  I just love it!

Shorts…

I haven’t had a whole lot of motivation to craft the last few months, but I finally got it back!  I was searching through my blog roll, and found these adorable shorts that someone had made for their daughter.  I was instantly in love, and decided to make some for mine.  You can find the printable pattern and directions at Create and Design.  I added some pictures as I went along, but I won’t give instructions as it isn’t my pattern.  Happy short making…oh the possibilities with these!  
P.S. these are super easy to make and only took 1 1/2 hours from start to finish.Cutting out the materials (I made mine the 3/4T size, and they are plenty big).Sewing the pieces together. Half of the shorts.The full shorts sewn together.Ruffling the legs.  I stopped taking pictures after this, so I don’t have a picture showing how I attached the leg band.  Just follow her instructions and you will be just fine!    I love how they balloon a little before the leg bands. One happy girl, lovin’ her new shorts! *I’m in the process of making some for baby Addison.  Watch for a matching pair in baby size.

Cozette Couture…

Please check out my friend’s sister’s company Cozette Couture.  She has the most adorable accessories for all ages!  I have a couple of the hats with flowers, and just bought this bracelet for myself.  I can’t wait to get it!  Be sure to Become a follower of her blog, because she will be doing giveaways soon.  And become her friend on facebook for updates on her things!  For those who live in Utah check out her blog for a listing of  local stores that sell her products.  This stuff is seriously to die for…enjoy and happy buying!!!

Crafty Shower Gifts…

Are you looking for ideas for baby shower gifts??? Below are a few that I received for Baby Addison that I just love! I have incredibly crafty friends who motivate me to keep on crafting! Enjoy!
Car Seat Tent
I received two of these. Each have their own unique touches that I just love!
The first is from Belize. I love the colors, and the handle decorations are too cute! Cute huh?Inside fabric.
The next is from my mom. This was something I was going to make for myself, but my mom told me I couldn’t. She was already in the process of making it. It is really fun fabric, and the giant ric rac is a great accent to the whole thing.
ric rac trim
Inside fabric. Diaper/Wipe Case
My friend Lynn came up with the adorable diaper/wipe case. This is not the traditional case we are used to seeing. It is much more practical, and the sweet finishing touches (bow on the front) make me love it even more!Two pockets – one for diapers and one for the wipe case. Hooded Towel
Lyric made this adorable hooded towel for me. I have a couple that Daylynn has used, and just LOVE them! They are a must for every child, and I’m glad Addison has a special one of her own. The ruffle/ribbon detail – too cute! Bibs/Burp Cloths
Anjanette made these great fabric/chenille bibs. Everyone needs bibs, and it’s even better when they are cute! Elise made this ruffled bib and two burp cloths (yes I know there is only one in the picture. The other is dirty).
Love the ruffle on this one too. Addison is going to be stylin’ wearing this!Laura made this cute burp cloth that she crotched around the edges. I’ve tried crotching, and it is a lot of work. Thank you!Shoes
Laura also made me these shoes. I love the print, and the leather bottom is great too!
Chelsee, my bff from college sent me these shoes. I about died when I opened the package…so cute! The puff ball was the perfect touch, since I’m loving the puff balls these days. I can’t wait for her to wear both of these shoes!
I wasn’t joking when I said that I had crafty and might I add very talented friends! Thank you!

Felt Crowns…

We had a fun play date the other day, and decided to make felt crowns.  This was a very easy project, and fun for the girls.  I used one piece of felt cut it in half, cut points into it, and glued the two pieces together.  Then we cut pieces of felt to glue onto it.  So easy! 
P.S. Glue sticks do not work…I just couldn’t let the girls use the fabric glue.

Bows…

I finally pulled out my supplies and made some bows for Addison.  She has several outfits I didn’t have matching bows/hair accessories for, and it was bugging me.  So I went to town.  I even made it to JoAnn’s, first time in 8 weeks.  (I’m sure my husband was happy about that…ha).  I made some tulle puff balls from Make it and Love it. (Sorry about the picture quality.  They are supposed to be hot pink, not red). Some traditional bows.And lastly some felt flowers.I couldn’t resist adding an adorable picture of my girls modeling their hair accessories.

We’re Still Here…

Sorry for the lack of posts…We’ve been busy with our newest addition, Addison Grace.  She is 7 weeks, and the sweetest thing ever!  I hope to get back to crafting very soon.