Thursday, January 31, 2008
"little boxes"
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
sweat heart swap
By the way, my nieces Baptism was wonderful! She was a perfect little doll!
Friday, January 25, 2008
Baby love and memories...
My nieces Christening is on Sunday and my husband and I are her godparents! She is the first girl in the family and I can't get enough of her! I guess because I just assumed I would have a girl one day, I saved alot of my baby things. I haven't taken them out in years but recently did and offered them to my sister-in-law. Not for wearing but for decorating. I love the idea of a vintage pegboard or rack with vintage baby clothes hanging off of it. When each one of my boys were babies, I hung an old peg rack over their crib with an old baseball hat, denim jacket or overalls, etc and I think it is just charming!
Here are a few of my things! I love the detail...just too sweet! The little hooded sweater is hand made...by who? I have no idea. But I would actually wear something like that today!
This is my Christening gown. My Aunt/Godmother made it for me! I absolutely cherish this dress! Even when I was little I would stare at it and was amazed that she had really made it for me and what a beautiful job she did!

As a gift for my niece, I wanted to give her a cross and always loved the idea of a pearl cross. I also wanted to give her something of my mothers. My mother was a ring lover...had tons of rings and was known for it. I knew she had some pearl rings so how could I not make the cross from one of my mothers rings!?
My husband picked it up from the jewelers the other night. (I was a little nervous because the jeweler didn't have one that I could actually point out to so I was winging it a bit). It came out just as I had hoped! It is hard to see the scale but it is so tiny and dainty and I think they will love it! Now she will always have something of my mothers!
Also wanted to share what I bought yesterday at a vintage clothing store near my house. She has tons of hats with lots of millinery on them but she is a bit pricey. But look...the flowers are velvet and there are tons of them! Yummy!!!!!!!

Also wanted to share what I bought yesterday at a vintage clothing store near my house. She has tons of hats with lots of millinery on them but she is a bit pricey. But look...the flowers are velvet and there are tons of them! Yummy!!!!!!!
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Can't stop.....
I have been on a Valentine crafting frenzy...I can't stop! Then I can't decide...should I keep it, give it as a gift, sell it, have a giveaway?????? I just don't know?
Now I have to get to real work...food shop, bank, cleaners..so exciting! I do have the parent project of the month this afternoon at my sons class. At least that will be fun!
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Our Pets

We have two cats and some people are just under the impression that they are dirty animals. I think that is ignorant! Cats wash themselves constantly, teach themselves to use the litter box and yes, it's up to me to clean up any cat hair that may be around but if you vacuum daily that isn't a problem. There is nothing more rewarding then having your kitty come to you, purring and curling up on your lap for a snooze. It's unconditional love!
This is Bailey...He is 8 years old and was a gift to me from my husband after I had to put my cat Daisy to sleep after having her for 14 years! Shortly after my first son Anthony was born we realized how loving and protecting he really was. He would sit next to wherever the baby was but new his boundaries! Every single night, after the kids go to bed, my husband and I get cozy on the couch (oh, how I look forward to that) for "our time"...watch a movie, have some coffee, whatever it is. Bailey knows it's his time with us as well and squeezes in between the two of us. We love it!
Here is Miss Penelope. A little stuck up I admit, but Siamese cats usually are. Her favorite spot in the house is on top of the TV cabinet on top of the cable box, which I think she like for the warmth. Siamese cats also like being high up. She is very timid and if she is in the mood to be affectionate, it is on her terms. She does have a thing for my son though. For some reason she trusts him the most and will let him do anything with her.
Alright, back to working on a swap that I think I am starting to run out of time on!
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
One swap down...One printer down...
I finally got to work and finish my recipe and tag for Karla and Beth's swap today. I didn't make up the copies of them yet so I still might embelish it a bit. My printer broke so I had to go to a Kinkos which isn't too close. But I did manage to get a few other things done that I wanted to do while I was there. You don't realize how much you use your printer untill you don't have one!
Now it's on to the next swap...

...Maria at The Junkk Drawer. I can't wait to get started on this one!!!
Saturday, January 5, 2008
"note holders"
I just listed these in my shop and I've decided to call them note holders for now. Does that sound right? Anyway, I am having so much fun making these and wish I had thought about making some as Christmas gifts...maybe next year! The wallpaper I used on these two is ancient. I've had it for years and am so afraid to use it...1. because it's so fragile and is falling apart. 2. I love it so much, I'm afraid of using it all up! So for now I am using it sparingly!
Tomorrow I am going out early for brunch with my sister-in-law. After we are going to a cute nearby town to find my niece/goddaughter a christening gown. Hopefully we can squeeze in some shopping. I can't wait to see what's coming out for Valentine's Day. Today I worked on something special for her with my jeweler. I won't have it for a couple of weeks but will definitely share when I pick it up!
Friday, January 4, 2008
My "stuff" holder
I made this little holder for my bills, invites, etc a while back. Right now I have it on my bulletin board which is empty but only because I've been post Christmas cleaning and organizing. I've had it hanging in a few different places though and it always looks cute.
Here it is empty...
So last night I felt like I just needed to make something and thought I would make some more and list them on Etsy. This is the one I made and today was debating on what ribbon to use when it dawned on me...why not use magnets and put it on the fridge.
I just don't know what it should be called...a bill or note holder I guess? Well, I'll try to think while I try and make some more before everyone gets home from school and work. I think we're going out to dinner tonight...yae!
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Happy New Year!!!
I can't believe it's all over!
I also can't believe how long it's been since I've been on my computer! Since the kids were home for their Christmas break I couldn't get near the it!
But anyway, I hope everyone had a great holiday...sounds like it from all of the other blogs I've been reading. Ours was fun and now it all seems like a blur. My husband took some time off also so it was nice to have him home as well. What I loved was not having to rushing anywhere...to school in the morning or to any after school activities or sports. It was great but now it's back to reality and I have to stop being lazy!
I don't have many pictures to share because my camera just wouldn't cooperate with me. All of my holiday photos are either blurry, under or over exsposed as you can see by this picture I took of a card I made for my niece...Trust me, it really came out cute!
I'm really excited about getting back into the swing of things! I joined a few swaps that I can't wait to get working on. Also can't wait for Valentine's Day! L-O-V-E making goodies for Valentines Day!
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