Lena's room

Lena's room has been a work in progress for a while now.  A few years ago we bought this bed frame for when she got older.  But it was black and hard. And I wanted Lena's room to be soft and bright.  So I painted it white.  It was a royal pain to paint, I don't want to do that again.  Then I got a bunch of shiny white tulle and created a canopy.  I think every little girl should have a canopy bed. It is a butterfly princess room.  Lena and I love it! I am tempted to sleep in Lena's room, but my mattress is better.  haha

Throw pillows

 I've been wanting to add more throw pillows to my couches for a long time, but just never got around to it.  I've had the pillow forms sitting by my sewing machine so yesterday I finally pulled out my fabric and chose some that I liked.  Then I looked on pinterest for diy throw pillow ideas and I came across this.  I wanted something a little more interesting and textured for a couple of them. I love this look and it was super easy to do.  

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.