Monsters!

I went through my holiday decorations and was saddened when I realized I had barely any Halloween decorations.

I saw this cute tutorial and I knew that I had everything to make them.  I really like how my little monsters came out.

My husband says I tried making the characters of yo gabba gabba but I assured him that I was just making monsters.  But I can see how he would think that. 

At any rate, I am excited that I have some more halloween decor for our home.  They were super fun to make and if you have kids who are a little older, they would love to make them, too!

Halloween Countdown Blocks

With Halloween coming next month, I wanted to have some countdown blocks to bring in the holiday.  I know that once Emma is older she will appreciate it more.  I love them and made them with paper I bought at the Scrapbook Expo last March.

I LOVE HALLOWEEN!

Wreath with Style

I was given a stryofoam wreath and so I decided to decorate it! I bought these flowers at the Scrapbook Expo back in March (I have to thank Bree Olson for all the awesome colors) and used some leftover velvet fabric I had.

It was super easy and it's super cute! It's perfect for Spring and Summer! I will also be donating this for the Lyons Reunion auction.

Lion Pillows!

We have the Lyons Reunion this weekend. I am super excited! I made lion pillows! They were super easy to make! I wish I would have bought more fleece to make more because I had so much stuffing left. 

When I was sitting in the Dr.'s office back in January, I came across this awesome tutorial!  I just knew that I had to make them for the Lyons Reunion.

Instead of using tacky glue, I just sewed around the nose.  I thought it would be sturdier, since these might be going to some kinds. I also didn't put whiskers. Either way, they look cute!

Primary Bag

I was called into the Primary in our new ward. I am the new Sunbeam teacher. I am truly excited to see how this adventure goes! As such, I needed a bag big enough to carry all my sweet materials and to act as a diaper bag, as well.


I bought a canvas bag at the D.I. for $1.50. I came home and personalized it! Not only will people know it is my bag, but it perfect for primary!

Sunglass holder

Over the weekend I bought a new pair of sunglasses. Usually I hate spending a ton of money on sunglasses.  But we were at a softball tournament and the sun was blaring in my eyes.  I began getting a headache from squinting, so we while at the Gunnison Market, I decided to buy some glasses.

I spent $11 on them, which I think was way too much. I'm happy with $5 ones.  But I was desperate and my husband was willing to let me buy them.  Because of this, I want to make sure these babies last a long time. I decided to make a case for them so that I can throw them in my purse. My purse is full of everything and I knew they would get scratched up in no time.

It was easy! Things you'll need:

-2 different kinds of fabric (if you like) One fabric a softer one. I had velvet-like fabric
-ribbon
-all your sewing necesities

First, cut your fabric. This is the tricky part, since all sunglasses are different sizes.  But I just measured mine and pretty much guessed. I ended up cutting my fabric 6 x 9 inches.

If you are thinking this doesn't look like the right measurements, you are right. It ended up being really small.

I have 2 different fabrics. I wanted a softer material for the inside, so I took one of each fabric. Right sides, facing in, sew all around, except for the top. This will of course be the opening.

Clip the excess. And turn inside out.  Take the other two fabrics and do the same thing.

Making sure right sides are facing in, combine both pieces and sew. Here is the tricky part. I had to have a seem that was 5/8 so that it would fit my glasses.  Simply measure what yours would be. Then sew all around, except for the top.  Snip excess fabric and turn inside out!

Next, we will make the casing.  Fold 1/4 inch then 1/2 inch, then sew leaving about 1/2 opening for the ribbon.

Take a safety pin, and then pull through.

 Tie knots at the ends. I did double knots. Then pull together and your case will close!

There you have it!

Dresses

I've been dress happy the past couple of days. I found this cute pattern and I've made a few already.  If you have a little girl, or know someone who does, or have to get a baby shower gift, this is cute and simple and cost hardly anything! 

Here are some of the dresses I did.

 My flower child

 She is so happy!

She's mid-chew with banana bread. Love this dress!

You should try this super easy tutorial!