happy wednesday!

If you can't tell, I've gotten really into the crochet lately. Here's a headband I whipped up the other night (please excuse the hair):

*Free Pattern by http://www.creativeyarn.blogspot.com/

It was really simple, yet satisfying. I'm going to add this one to my shop. Or maybe I'll keep it for myself. What other colors would you like to see? I think this is great for spring! Can also be made in a smaller size for babies or kids.

I also made some keyfobs a couple of weeks ago for some friends which I've finally taken the time to upload, though the pics aren't the greatest.

I bought the materials for these before Christmas planning to make a bunch as presents, bI ut kept putting it off because I thought it was going to be a lot of work. Little did I know how easy they would turn out to be! The embroidery machine gave me a few fits, but I think I have it down now. So if you have a birthday coming up, just expect to get one of these from me.

Also, here's a cute bib for my adorable nephew, and of course, just another reason to show off cute pictures of him.

Hope you enjoy watching him grow because he's my favorite guinea pig. It also helps that his mom, my sister-in-law, always goes on and on about the stuff I make him and shows it off to all her friends. It's a good ego boost;)

So what other headband colors should I made?

And in other news, I have been accepted into nursing school! It's a 2 year RN program and I will start in the Fall. So don't feel too guilty if you want to help my college fund and shop here :)

I'm still alive!

I'm baaaaack! My friend Jayme has been giving me a hard time about not blogging anymore, and I really have no excuse, except that I hate taking pictures of my projects. I love doing them, and want to even put some on Etsy, but I have a confession...I'm lazy. Atleast when it comes to taking pictures, uploading, doing descriptions, etc. ect. So, this one's for you, Jayme:)

Anyway, here's what I've been up to lately:

I finally learned to crochet, and made this fun little hat for my nephew. I hope to put some in my Etsy store soon. *Pattern from Nutella Dreams Late Night Crafts.

I also ordered a bunch of these elephants and am embroidering them for baby gifts. (Also comes in pink).

And for my newest crochet project, I made my nephew a monkey hat for his upcoming 1st birthday party, which is going to be (of course) a monkey theme. He's precious, I know!

*Pattern by Inner Hooker on Etsy.

I have a ton of new crochet patterns I'm planning to try, so I will post pictures soon. In particular, I hope to be posting some "green" crocheted face scrubbies in the shop soon.

Thanks for stopping by!

Crochet

Happy New Year!


I have done tons of crocheting and have finally taken some pics! I really hope to get some hats in the Etsy store soon. Be on the lookout! Here's a pic for now. What do you think?

Pattern by:
Nutella Dreams Late Night Crafts
www.thnkdfrent.etsy.com

Learning to Crochet

I haven't told you this yet, but I'm trying to learn how to crochet. I just ordered a pattern from Etsy yesterday for a hat and really hope I can get it down. I think it would make some great Christmas gifts for my really sweet niece and nephews! (Shhh! Don't tell them!) Anyway, I hope I can master the art of crochet after seeing this blanket by Jill of Homemade by Jill. How precious is this?! I absolutely love it. She is just way too talented.

I will keep you updated on my crochet progress. Wish me luck!

Also, Jill is one of the competing crafters on the So You Think You're Crafty blog. Go vote for your favorite Harvest entry!

Lots of Custom Orders!

I was quite busy this weekend with some special orders for friends an family.

Presenting my first ever taggy blanket!

I made it for my 6-month-old nephew and he loved it! It got lots of chewing over the weekend. I embroidered his name on it, but quickly realized I should have used the bright green thread instead because you can't really see his name at all. Oh well. Here's a close-up.

I just love the 80's cassette tape fabric! I also worked on an order for a baby's 1st birthday shirt. Another first:

Off to work on more custom orders!

Wordless Wednesday: Our 2008 Pumpkins

Mr. Savvy Stitcher's Pumpkins:

...and mine:

Yes, our services are for hire ; )

Happy Halloween!

October Crafts

Of all of the holidays, Halloween is definitely my second favorite (after Christmas, of course) and I just love all of the Halloween crafts I've seen this year on all of my favorite craft blogs. I've been so inspired! I just wish I had more time to sit and make some of these awesome goodies to decorate my own house with. Here are a couple of my favorites:

Radical Autumn Sign Redo from Dollar Store Crafts

BOO Sanitizer from Just a Girl

I better get started--only 26 days to Halloween!