If the shoe fits.....

I have been sewing today. I actually did two shirts today while all my children took a well needed nap. It was so nice and quiet-I just had to sew. I was asked the other day if I had any Halloween things in the making. I thought we'll I better get busy, can't wait till the last minute. I made this pattern on a black t-shirt. It is with witch feet with the saying "if the shoe fits...." Too cute if you ask me! How many times do we really "wear these shoes"? Hope not many times as everyday people are looking at us to know if we say we are different (Christians) then we better act different. Hope you enjoy this design. If you would like something that is just "FALL" then let me know and we'll find the perfect design. I can also do treat bags with canvas. Great not to have to store a big pumpkin basket or other large item, and we can personalize it to your liking. Costumes are coming soon, I hope. Just need to sew every night for about 3 hours, but really prefer sleeping instead. Good night!

Wild, Wild West!

It has been so long since I have blogged about sewing. My machine has been in the shop for 4 weeks! That is a long time!! So, no sewing for me. However, got it back 2 days ago and I have made 2 shirts. The designs are Cowboy and Cowgirl. Anna Laura and Kolby picked these out online.

Anna Laura's shirt is cowgirl boots which is appliqued. It can be made for girls or boys depending on the fabric choice. She now states she "needs pink cowgirl boots". She has already asked her Granny for them. LOL! This design can be made in 4x4 or 5x7 and wording can be changed as well.

Kolby's shirt is a pair of guns appliqued. This would be cute for any western theme outfit or party shirt. The material used for the guns was a metallic silver, making them more realistic looking. The handles were made with cow print, which could be changed to any material, depending on your desire. This design could be made in 4x4 or 5x7 and wording can be changed as well.

Now, get to work on one for Chance. I'll post that one soon. Hope you enjoyed the shirts. These designs can be put on a variety of items. If you are interested in any cowboy theme item, let me know how I can help make it "SEW CUTE".

Cheerleader bag with pom-poms

My first Cheerleader bag! What do you think? I made this for a little girl who is a cheerleader for a local private school. Her mom liked my ballet bag as previously posted, but requested a cheer bag. Well, what would replace the tulle from the ballet bag was the question? I purchased this material from our local fabric stop, it has a metallic finish which reminded me of pom-poms and it doesn't fray or ravel when cut. Little did I know, that many hours of hand sorting and sewing would go into this bag-it will be an original! HA! Too much time involved for such a small bag. However, I thought it turned out really cute. The pom-poms remind me of the real things. The applique was a metallic megaphone monogrammed with the school initials and the back was the name of the little girl.

Ballet Bag

Anna Laura is so excited about ballet. We sign up for registration on August 6, 2010 here in Laurel. She will be taking ballet and tap. She asks daily "how many more days momma"? Summer laziness will soon come to an end with the start of homeschooling and all of our activities. Kolby will begin violin lessons again the end of the month as well. I have been sewing a little. I wanted to make Anna Laura a bag for her shoes and stuff for ballet. It had to be cute, functional, and just "all about ballet". Here is my first-plan to do a few more. Hope you like it!

It seems like yesterday…

The birth of a child is a life changing experience.  For me, I have been blessed three times.  God states, “ before you were formed in your mother’s womb, I knew you, before you were born I set you apart;(Jeremiah 1:5). Even though many children born today are not “planned”, God knew exactly when you would arrive.  He has such a wonderful plan for your life “For I know the plans I have for you, plans to give you hope and  a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.  You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.  I will be found by you” declares the Lord “ and will bring you back from captivity”.  (Jeremiah 29:11-14a).  Take time to enjoy a quiet moment and ask the Lord how he can use you today.  Reflect on being a mom and the gift you have been given.

This outfit is for a longtime friend whose little boy is just 3 weeks younger than Chance.  His birthday will be July 14.  She saw my pictures and requested an outfit in the same material with just different lettering.  I hope it will be a cherished item in his closet, an item that will not make its way to a rummage sale in years to come. However, I hope it will be put away when it is outgrown and maybe one day, a grandchild will be able to put it upon his body.  The great circle of life.  If we are blessed to see our children have children of their own as they mature into adults.  I hope you enjoyed this blog, it was more of an awakening instead of just about sewing.  May your troubles be less, your blessings be more and nothing but happiness come through your door!

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Happy 1st Birthday Chance!

This is the reversible Jon-jon that I made for Chance.  I embroidered “I am one” on the front and use a “1” appliqué on the reverse side in polka dot print.  This material is so cute.  It has different sayings on like, like “wonderful one, patty-a-cake, the one and only, peek-a boo i see you, giggle, soft and sweet.  Just cute sayings about your little one year old.  Can’t believe where the time has went.  I also made a bid to match, it was my first but it turned out cute. And it did it’s job-keeping him clean!! I just used the same material, batting, an old hand towel, and grosgrain ribbon.

Anna loves polka dots!

Anna loves clothes! Every time I go to the sewing machine, she asks me what are you making for me?? LOL This outfit always gets attention. She wore it to the movies yesterday, and 4 people asked “where did you get this”. Just wish I had business cards to give to these people. I came home and ordered some online. Hopefully I’ll have the opportunity to hand some out. This outfit is made of cotton puppy dog print material for the top and a coordinating brown/blue polka dot material for the pants. Hope you enjoy!