{Updates}

Now that the holidays are over {and have been over for more than a month now}, it's finally time to post about the Handmade Christmas gifts I made and to get back into the swing of regular crafting. Because thanks to Christmas, I've got a few new crafty tools in my craft space {Hello Yudu.} and one on the way {Hello Serger - I can't wait to meet you.}. And I simply can. not. wait. to spend some quality time with each of them. I'm also planning to write up a tutorial on the Cars-to-Go Carrier, so stay tuned!

It's Been a Long Time...

... but I have a really good excuse. Or, rather, I like to think that I do:

And of course, who can really get all that much done when there are these two cute guys to spend time with?

But, I'm here and I'm working on getting the blog updated too... just because I've been busy with the Little One {and Little One on the Way} and the Hubby, doesn't mean that I haven't been crafty lately!

{Easy} Nursery Wall Decor

Ever since we moved into our new house, I've been meaning to get the art work done for the nursery. I painted a mural on one wall of the nursery, but I felt like it still needed something more, particularly on the opposite wall. And while I'd eventually like to do another mural with the alphabet, I've got too many other things on my plate. Noah had been given an adorable monkey canvas by a friend, so I decided to create more artwork like it so that they would all match. I chose to go the semi-easy route: stickers! It was really so very simple to do...

Start with a blank canvas {or four} and paint the sides and a letter or number a single, coordinating color:

Apply the sticker and the letter/number:


I also put a coat of Mod Podge on top of the sticker and canvas to help hold the sticker on and to give it a more "painted on" feel.

Hang on the wall and enjoy!

The Ultimate {and Ever-Growing} "To Make" List

Here is my ultimate list of things I want to make {and it will be ever-growing... check back often for updates}. Click on it to be taken to the tutorial. Or, if it is red, click on it to see my completed version {tutorial link will be in the finished post}. If you've made one of these before, leave me a comment and let me know... especially if you have any tips!



To Crochet:

Tiramisu Baby Blanket {unless, Mom, you'll make it for me!}

Mini-animals

Fairy Tale Finger Puppets

Farmyard Finger Puppets

To Sew:
for kiddos:

Felt Food

On-the-go High Chair

Bean-Bag Chair

Nine-Patch Baby Quilt {possible Project Linus quilt?}

Multi-stripe Baby Quilt {or perhaps this one for Project Linus?}

Book Cozy

Felt Barrettes

Baby Girl Dress

Crib-Rail Guard

Diaper Bag

Kid's Hooded Towel

Crayon Roll

Play Mail Center

Molly Monkey {maybe I can make a boy version?}

Fabric Dollhouse {or farmhouse}

Kids Drawings Brought to Life

Teething Ring

Cupcake Felt Food

for others/myself:

One-Hour Bag

Birthday Banner {"Celebration" Banner}

Crochet Hook Holder

Reversible Notebook Cover

Oilcloth Lunch Bag

Men's Tie

Sling Bag

Yoga Mat Bag

Zippered Pouch

Nursing Cover

Camera Strap Cover

Coffee Cozy

To Paper-Craft:

Homemade Board Books

To {generally} Craft:

Sugar Scrub


last updated: 07/23/09