Seams of Life

Molly's cuddle bunny

Hooray! I finally finished a crochet project! Last week I finished up the Eco-bunny blanket from LionBrand's free patterns list. I can't technically call it an Eco-bunny because I didn't use LionBrand's Recycled cotton yarn that the pattern called for so I've named it Molly's cuddle bunny instead. I used Sugar'n Cream 100% cotton yarn from my stash. The cotton was a perfect choice since this bunny will be absorbing a lot of baby drool.

 

And, as you can see, it didn't take Molly long to get the bunny to her sweet drool-y mouth. It's quickly become her favorite car seat toy -- it's easy to grab on to. My goodness, this little girl is just the sweetest thing. I plan to do a post soon dedicated completely to little Molly-Jo -- she's growing and changing so quickly. I feel so blessed to get to be the Momma to one more sweet baby.

KCWC Spring 2012 :: days 4 thru 7

No sewing happened on day 4 of KCWC. On day 5 I decided to nix the dresses on my list and make ruffled halters instead. I used the free pattern available on Oliver+S' website. Days 6 and 7 were spent sewing up these tops and they were a big hit with my big girls. 

They were literally sitting by the sewing machine waiting for me to finish and then they both were eager to a little blog photo shoot. Their excitement was so refreshing. These big girls of mine aren't usually so easy to please.

And with that another KCWC has ended. I didn't make a lot (2 sleepsacks and 2 halter tops) but what I made will be well worn. It was so much fun though and, as always, inspiring. Much thanks to Elsie Marley for hosting and I look forward to the next KCWC.

this moment

{this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.

Joining along with Soulemama.

KCWC Spring 2012 :: day 2 and 3 -- fleece sleepsacks

 First items crossed off my KCWC list --- fleece sleepsacks for baby. At 3 months old now, Miss Molly is much to wiggly to be swaddled so a sleepsack is a must. I used Simplicity 5720 and fleece from my stash (I used this same fleece to make shirts for my big girls a long time ago). I altered the pattern a tiny bit by adding elastic in the arms. These came together so easy and I got some much needed practice installing a zipper.

 I made the blue sleepsack first and, even though I went by the measurements on the pattern, it came out way too big. I know she'll grow into eventually though.

Now, time to get back to the sewing machine!

KCWC Spring 2012 :: Day One -- Prepping

 The list is made, the fabrics are picked and the patterns are cut. Yes, I believe I'm ready to begin KCWC Spring 2012! 

On my list of things to sew:

• fleece sleep sack for baby
• a spring dress for the big girls
• repair a torn dress

 Let the sewing begin...