October Happenings

I love October. So much fun stuff to do. A couple of weeks ago we went to the Hunter's Moon Festival. Olivia and her Girl Scout troop got to lead the kids costume parade. Daniel (aka Mario) got 3rd place in the 4- 6 age group!
Last weekend we had a church hayride. Beautiful day!

I've gotten a couple of orders for cake carriers this week. I made one owl themed and one hummingbird themed. They are fun to make!

My First Craft Booth

Today at our local Octoberfest celebration, I had the pleasure of having a booth with 2 fun, crafty women. We had lots of different vinyl gifts and flower arrangements.

The weather started out beautiful, then turned really windy. We packed it in a little earlier than we thought we would.

We had a good day and saw lots of friends. The kids got to play some games, eat a hot dog, Daniel rode on the church float, and Olivia watched the parade to gather candy!

I've got some of these items left. Let me know if you see something you like!

WFMW: teaching kids to sew

I'm starting this off by saying I am not a seamstress! I got my first sewing machine a few years ago and am lucky to sew a straight line. Now my dear friend, Holly, who I took home ec with in high school, makes beautiful clothes for her daughter. We had some good times in that class....

Anyway, Olivia found this book on sale at my school for $4! (I teach at a high school and a book company sets up a display every couple of months for the teachers.)

The book has wonderful pictures and instructions for little girls and moms to follow.
Olivia and I picked out some felt this past weekend and she made herself some cupcakes! She was so proud.

Now she's ready to tackle more sewing challenges - this definitely works for me! Pop over to WFMW at We're THAT Family.

**Made by Me by Jane Bull - DK Publishing

A Birthday Gift and Baby Chloe

Cousin Brookelyn had a fun luau themed birthday party last weekend. We made her a "cookin' with Brookelyn" bowl with vinyl, then stuffed it with measuring cups & spoons, cake and cookie mixes, fun sprinkles and pink icing. I hope she makes a big mess cookin' with her mom!

Here's a glimpse into Chloe Belle's bedroom. Aunt Niki has decorated it so cute! Check out Ben's old dresser - it used to be brown, but with a little paint and fabric it looks fabulous. Niki put the material on with spray adhesive.


And, last but not least a peek at Baby Chloe! She's beautiful!


I'm linking up to Made by you Monday! Pop over and have a look.

Photography Practice

Still learning with my Digital Rebel....while the kids enjoyed some Popsicles. Trying to get "light in their eyes".

Back to School and a Flashback

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A Baby Shower

Last weekend we had a shower for Niki and Ben in anticipation of baby Chloe Isabella making her appearance in August.

Sister Paige, mom and I had fun crafting a few things for the day. It turned out really cute and fun. Paige made the "cupcake tower" out of onesies, washcloths and socks. I made the "real" cupcake stand out of boxes and ribbon. The silver platter holds one of the games we played. Each is a miniature diaper filled with mints. One held "baby poop", or mustard. Wouldn't you know it, the mommy to be won that one! Mom and one of her friends redid the adorable rocking chair.

We can't wait to meet you Chloe Belle!