hold on handles

I've seen things similar to these but they are so expensive to buy.  So I came up with my own version.  The idea is to have something your kids can hold onto when you need your hands for something else so they don't wander off.  We've used them a few times and they work pretty well.  I'm glad I didn't spend the big bucks to buy any though because we don't use them very often.  It has been nice at amusement parks, zoos, and other big crowded places like that.

Family Silhouette

You may remember I made a family silhouette a couple years ago and framed it for my baby's room and also used it to make some family t-shirts.

 Well, I made an updated version.  I think I may do the family t-shirts again.  Or maybe something else.  I just like it. :)

Baby gift

 My brother and his wife are going to have a baby girl in a couple of months.  So I got to make a baby gift for them.  I made a blanket and bib.  The chevron pattern is made from triangles.  This was my first attempt at it, so it is not perfect, but I learned a lot.  :)  And I think it is cute.  I can't wait to meet the little cutie they put in it.

Amazing Race

I put together an amazing race game for my family reunion it included route cards, detours and roadblocks all around my parents house and yard.  It turned out pretty fun.

Sewing for myself

I haven't made much for myself recently because it just isn't as fun as it was when I was thinner. But I love all the knits and maxi skirts and dresses that have been popular lately.  And I am a big fan of stripes.  So I bought a bunch of striped knits and made a dress and a skirt.  I have plans to make another dress and a shirt.  I just haven't gotten to it yet.

Chocolate Butterflies and YW Temple "Tea" Party

I saw this pinned on Pinterest  and thought it was genius.  So when my MiaMaids decided to have a little "tea" party up by the temple I thought it was a good opportunity to try it out.

My version is not as intricate, but I was able to do them quickly and they turned out really pretty.  The girls like them too.  I made little sandwiches with flower and butterfly cookie cutters and strawberry cream cheese.  We had fruit and cookies and pink lemonade. It was really fun.

I love these girls!  We chatted and planned and enjoyed the view of the temple.

And it was a great view for watching the sunset.

Construction/Dump Truck 2 year old Birthday

 For my little man's birthday I did a construction/dump truck theme.  First I made him a birthday shirt.  I cut out the image of a truck on a piece of cardstock, then set it on the shirt while I sprayed fabric spray paint on and around it.  It was super easy, but I think it was perfect for the look I wanted.

 For his cake I just did a chocolate circle cake with chocolate frosting.  Then I used crushed oreos and Heath bits as dirt and some little toy construction trucks on top.  I really love the way it turned out.

Since he is turning two I didn't throw a huge, full blown party, but we did have a couple friends come over for a playdate.  I set out some of Thayne's favorite snacks and fun themed names for them.  They had some sticker sheets they could do, but mostly just played in the dirt. :)