Baa Baa Sheeps

Seeing that I hear, on average, the Baa Baa Black Sheep song about 600 times a day.. I knew it was a good idea to make a sheep. I started with Nolan's (our little baby that hasn't even entered the world at 40 weeks 1 day). His sheep is the gray one. I didn't really anticipate making two, but Hudson said to me "when mommy all done making Nolan's sheep, Mommy make Huddy one too!" Well. I had to. And so glad I did.




Baa Baa Black sheep has made his way into the favorite animal crew. Makes a momma very happy :)

December Presents Round Three

My friend, Alyssa, had a little boy a few months back. He is so super sweet and I can't wait to meet him one day. For his Christmas present, I made him a little hat to keep him warm in the East Coast winter. It was my first time using ear flaps. I need to make more of these.


For Alyssa and family, I made homemade napkins. I love making and using cloth napkins. Something about them.. just so pretty! and they look great on a table.



Once I find a new rhythm with two kids, I plan on selling the napkins in my Etsy store. Probably come Spring or Summer.

December Presents Round Two

Continuing in my theme to have people open their gifts WAY before Christmas... I bring you some more hand made holiday goodies.

These were made for my sister in law and her two little ones.

For my sil, I did another apron. She loves the cook and makes some of the most amazing meals. When we lived closer, I would love the thought of going to her house to devour one of her many delicious meals. I know she will put this apron to good use.



For my nephew, I was trying out a new sweater pattern with some very great yarn. I love this yarn and have more things to show you from it. When I finished knitting it, I was reluctant to add anything to it, but knew that a 4 year old would be WAY happier with a little something.. enter the bike design (made of felt).


And, his birthday is this month... same day as mine to be exact (I will never forget his bday ;-) I made him a felt pencil/crayon/marker holder. It was my first time making this and I so enjoyed it. Huddy has one waiting to be opened now.





Last but certainly not least, is my niece. I knit her a little dress and bought her a pair of adorable leggings (not pictured). Oh I love making girlie things! Probably a good thing I am not having a girl ;-)

December Presents Round One

My best friend and I have our birthday's in the same month... December! Oy!

I decided this year to try my hand at making an apron. I really love Anthropologie aprons and thought that I should be able to create a version myself. These are the two aprons that I used as a guide.



And here is what I came up with: I really wanted to try it on and take a pic, but, you know, it didn't quite fit over my belly ;-)


And in that package was her Christmas gift which she has opened and cozied up with. A scarf of many tiny stitches. I love it. It's soft, cuddly, and such a vibrant color. I am sure it looks amazing on her.



I am also not a fan of wrapping paper. This year I bought a few yards of Muslin fabric, added a couple of stamps and designs, and packaged gifts that way. It seemed most fitting for handmade gifts.



Stay Tuned.. there are many more to share. Happy Birthday Jordan!