As much as I would like to dress Raya up appropriately for the Halloween season, I just can't see spending the money on a shirt she is going to wear once, maybe twice. So I decided to give the freezer paper method a try - and I am HOOKED. I love how easy this project is! She has a creepy spider ...
Marilyn Monroe Retro Pillow
All right mamas, it took all month for me to get to it, but my retro-themed pillow is done! I joined a challenge by sew la vie! and Ricochet and Away! with some other fabulous ladies this month. The theme was a quilted and/or appliqued pillow with retro squares. It's a great way to try out some new ...
A New Frock For My Lady…
Ever since I re-did my craft space, there's been one thing on my to-do list to pretty it up. My ever-faithful Singer, Ella Stitchgerald, needed a new frock (aka, dust cover). Instead of going out hunting for the *perfect* fabric (because I don't know about you mamas, but that never seems to work for ...
Witchy Mantel Display
I am right in the midst of several projects, most of which are not done yet. (Sound familiar?) But one work-in progress (decorating for Halloween) got a decent start over the weekend with the beginnings of a witchy mantel display: I know it's not terribly original, but it's been SUCH a fun project. ...
Baby Foods for Fall: Squash
Since my baby food posts have been surprisingly popular, I will continue to share what I'm making with you mamas. I'm so excited that I can share my passion for feeding Raya fresh and healthy foods! This weekend's batch was squash, and guess what? You can make it in the microwave. One batch can ...