Recent Projects

It seems I only find the time to post about once a month! Hopefully I can find the time to post more often...but something always seems to take priority.

I have been working on a few small projects here and there.  Nothing huge or even very time consuming...I have found that sometimes I enjoy the small projects most.  I also got two new bag patterns, and hope to be making a couple of new bags here in the near future.  I will keep you posted...but for now, here are some fun and simple projects that you can do too!

I love to make nursing covers.  They are SUPER simple and a lot of fun to put together.  I especially love picking out the fabric...that is my favorite part.  I found this tutorial on one of my favorite sites- Prudent Baby.  They have ideas for so many wonderful things, I could brouse their site for days.  You can check them out and find the tutorial HERE.

This one I kind of made up on my own- but they are really easy.  Numbered Bean Bags.  I made these for my nephew who recently turned one.  I bought three different colors of felt from JoAnns, the kind on the bolt.  Cut out numbers and made beanbags (using rice instead of beans, it's more affordable).  I had fun with this...and will probably make a set for my little guy as well.

Lastly, can you guess from the picture what my next project was??

 

If you guessed the tie, then you are correct!  I had bought this pattern a while back and recently found the time to try it out!  I was really happy with the results and can't wait to make more.  The pattern I used was from Little Londyn: Little Guy Ties  I purchased my pattern from a local quilt shoppe - but you can purchase them online as well.  The pattern includes 5 different ties- even one for daddy as well!  I will definitely be making my boys matching ties...won't that be fun! 

What projects have you been working on?!

Until next time (hopefully it won't be another month)!  Happy sewing.  

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things: Organization

I love to organize.  It gives me the best feeling. Wouldn't you agree?  Sometimes the question is, where do we start?? Here are some of my favorite Organization websites, crafts and creative inspirations.  Check them out, you won't be disappointed.

http://www.readymade.com/  I love a good DIY website and this one has it all. 

I am obsessed with furniture and all things in that category.  I told my husband if I could blow all my money something it would be furniture! I thought this little Periodic Table was fun...AND simple.

{Check it out HERE}

picture courtesy of readymade.com

readymade.com has SO many fun projects and ideas.  Build it, Craft it, Celebrate it, Eat it, Light it, Organize it, Plant it, Plug it, Sew it and Wear it.

Definitely something for Everyone.

With my husband (and several friends) over seas, you better believe I spend a lot of my time at the Post office.  Elise Marley shows you how to make this handy post office bag. 

 {picture courtesy of www.elisemarley.com}

I love pickles.  My husband hates them.  My little boy will tolerate them.  This is why I love pickles.

The Everything In Its Place: Playpen Bag

because EVERYthing needs a place, especially when it comes to toys.

{picture courtesy of www.pickles.no}

If you are like me, and I am sure most people are, your mail lands in a pile on the kitchen counter or table.  Well this little gem will help you manage the paper clutter...and dejunk all that junk mail! 

Bright and Blithe shows you how to make THIS mail sorter.

{picture courtesy of www.brightandblithe.wordpress.com}

Need a cute way to organize random stuff?  Find a How To for these Undercover Crates

at Paint in My Hair

{picture courtesy of lauragunn.typepad.com}

I thought this one was totally innovative!  Rain Gutter Book Shelves.

Cheap and easy!  Find the How To at Raising Olives.

 {picture courtesy of rasingolives.com}

Lastly.  You can find ALL things for an well organized home here at http://www.organizedhome.com/ or www.lifeorganizers.com/  I am obsessed with these websites.  I am going to use all their tips and tricks when we finally get back into a home of our own.  Happy Organizing!

PS. Checkout these stores for some great stuff to help you on your organizing journey!

www.organize.com/

http://www.ikea.com/

http://www.containerstore.com/