Sunday, November 22, 2009
Our Weekend
We've been very busy putting up decorations...a little early this year, but with Peanut arriving any day, I felt an urgency to get it done! The munchkin loves it. He just sits and stares in awe which makes it completely worth all of the work!
Friday, November 20, 2009
For a Good Laugh...
I'm feeling a bit uncomfortable and ready to have this baby. This chart expresses my feelings perfectly. haha!!!
Check it out!
The awesome moms over at Birmingham Mommy have asked me to be a monthly contributor--I'll be writing about decorating and craft ideas that are easy and practical for busy families. The first column is up today!
And be sure to bookmark their site, because they have AWESOME giveaways, even for those of you who don't live in central Alabama. Recently they gave away a fabulous New Moon prize packet. (Team Edward or Team Jacob? Hard to decide after seeing Jacob in New Moon, right???)
Have a great weekend, y'all!
And be sure to bookmark their site, because they have AWESOME giveaways, even for those of you who don't live in central Alabama. Recently they gave away a fabulous New Moon prize packet. (Team Edward or Team Jacob? Hard to decide after seeing Jacob in New Moon, right???)
Have a great weekend, y'all!
Monday, November 16, 2009
Thanksgiving Banner
Here's a twist on the oldest Thanksgiving craft ever--turkey hands! It's easy and simple, which is always good for busy families, right?
If you can trace your hand, then you can make this decoration. Here's what you need:
scissors
tape
a pen
construction paper in fall colors
twine
mini clothes pins
googly eyes
glue
I think it's fun to do this as a family craft, Dad included. Everyone traces their hands and cuts them out (we did about 5 hands per person). Mom and Dad can help the little ones with the tracing and cutting.
After everyone's hands are cut out, you can have a family discussion about Thanksgiving and gratitude. Maybe expand the discussion based on your children's ages and your personal beliefs--how others sometimes have needs for food or shelter, how you can help others by volunteering and donating, etc.
Then have each person write things they are thankful for on their paper hands. Again, Mom and Dad can help write for the little ones.
Once you have your hands finished, you can embellish them with little rectangular legs, triangle beaks, and circle googly eyes (see how you can work in teaching shapes?).
To finish it off and appreciate your family's handiwork, they can be clipped onto some twine or ribbon with mini clothes pins to make a Thanksgiving garland. String it in front of a window or on your mantle...anywhere that you can all enjoy it for the season.
If your children are like mine, they will love seeing their projects displayed prominently in the house.
Happy crafting and Happy Thanksgiving, Y'all!!
{and check out Sweet Paisley, whose toddler turkey hands inspired me!}
If you can trace your hand, then you can make this decoration. Here's what you need:
scissors
tape
a pen
construction paper in fall colors
twine
mini clothes pins
googly eyes
glue
I think it's fun to do this as a family craft, Dad included. Everyone traces their hands and cuts them out (we did about 5 hands per person). Mom and Dad can help the little ones with the tracing and cutting.
After everyone's hands are cut out, you can have a family discussion about Thanksgiving and gratitude. Maybe expand the discussion based on your children's ages and your personal beliefs--how others sometimes have needs for food or shelter, how you can help others by volunteering and donating, etc.
Then have each person write things they are thankful for on their paper hands. Again, Mom and Dad can help write for the little ones.
Once you have your hands finished, you can embellish them with little rectangular legs, triangle beaks, and circle googly eyes (see how you can work in teaching shapes?).
To finish it off and appreciate your family's handiwork, they can be clipped onto some twine or ribbon with mini clothes pins to make a Thanksgiving garland. String it in front of a window or on your mantle...anywhere that you can all enjoy it for the season.
If your children are like mine, they will love seeing their projects displayed prominently in the house.
Happy crafting and Happy Thanksgiving, Y'all!!
{and check out Sweet Paisley, whose toddler turkey hands inspired me!}
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Tagged!!
I've been tagged by Things with Feathers (who was my college roomie, BTW) to play along with this game...
So here are the rules: You Can Only Use One Word! Pass this along to 5 of your favorite bloggers. Alert them that you have given them this award. Have Fun!
1. Where is your cell phone? charger
2. Your hair? messy
3. Your mother? brilliant
4. Your father? wise
5. Your favorite food? pizza
6. Your dream last night? bizarre
7. Your favorite drink? tea
8. Your dream/goal? family
9. What room are you in? den
10. Your hobby? reading
11. Your fear? loss
12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? loved
13. Where were you last night? insomnia
14. Something that you aren’t? reckless
15. Muffins? blueberry!
16. Wish list item? sleep
17. Where did you grow up? Virginia
18. Last thing you did? facebook
19. What are you wearing? sweater
20. Your TV? cartoons
21. Your pets? none
22. Friends? hilarious
23. Your life? happy
24. Your mood? sleepy
25. Missing someone? no
26. Vehicle? almost-paid-off!
27. Something you’re not wearing? shoes
28. Your favorite store? DSW
29. Your favorite color? red
30. When was the last time you laughed? today
31. Last time you cried? Sunday
32. Your best friend? several
33. One place that I go to over and over? Publix
34. One person who emails me regularly? Audrey
35. Favorite place to eat? pizza
Now I tag: I'm Just Saying, Faithful Days, Nikki's Nacs, Country Fried Mama, and Limited Cleverness. I think you ladies will have some interesting answers!!
So here are the rules: You Can Only Use One Word! Pass this along to 5 of your favorite bloggers. Alert them that you have given them this award. Have Fun!
1. Where is your cell phone? charger
2. Your hair? messy
3. Your mother? brilliant
4. Your father? wise
5. Your favorite food? pizza
6. Your dream last night? bizarre
7. Your favorite drink? tea
8. Your dream/goal? family
9. What room are you in? den
10. Your hobby? reading
11. Your fear? loss
12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? loved
13. Where were you last night? insomnia
14. Something that you aren’t? reckless
15. Muffins? blueberry!
16. Wish list item? sleep
17. Where did you grow up? Virginia
18. Last thing you did? facebook
19. What are you wearing? sweater
20. Your TV? cartoons
21. Your pets? none
22. Friends? hilarious
23. Your life? happy
24. Your mood? sleepy
25. Missing someone? no
26. Vehicle? almost-paid-off!
27. Something you’re not wearing? shoes
28. Your favorite store? DSW
29. Your favorite color? red
30. When was the last time you laughed? today
31. Last time you cried? Sunday
32. Your best friend? several
33. One place that I go to over and over? Publix
34. One person who emails me regularly? Audrey
35. Favorite place to eat? pizza
Now I tag: I'm Just Saying, Faithful Days, Nikki's Nacs, Country Fried Mama, and Limited Cleverness. I think you ladies will have some interesting answers!!
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Personalized Gift Ideas
When you're due to deliver a baby on December 15, it gives you extra motivation to shop early for the holidays, you know??
So while I realize that I may be alone in stressing about Christmas presents now, here are some lovelies that would make great gifts.
Family Silhouette Pillow
Personalized Names Necklace
Personalized Stamp
Anthropologie Monogrammed Mugs (for only $6.00!)
And finally a gift idea that you could easily adapt and do yourself. (The photo is REALLY small for some annoying reason, but click the link to see.)
Handprints on Canvas
I think I'll be doing these hand prints once the peanut is here!!
Happy Veteran's Day!!!
So while I realize that I may be alone in stressing about Christmas presents now, here are some lovelies that would make great gifts.
Family Silhouette Pillow
Personalized Names Necklace
Personalized Stamp
Anthropologie Monogrammed Mugs (for only $6.00!)
And finally a gift idea that you could easily adapt and do yourself. (The photo is REALLY small for some annoying reason, but click the link to see.)
Handprints on Canvas
I think I'll be doing these hand prints once the peanut is here!!
Happy Veteran's Day!!!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Peanut's Finished Nursery
Well, I think it's pretty much finished. I say that because I have a sickness and really can't leave well enough alone! I will probably change or tweak something.
But at this point, I am 35 weeks and measuring almost 2 weeks ahead, so Peanut will be here very soon.
{And I apologize for the quality of the photos. This room has one small window, and the light is just pitiful!}
The view from the doorway of the crib and curtains.
The curtains from Pier 1. They were the inspiration for the room's colors and fabrics.
A detail of the crib skirt. My talented Mom made the crib skirt, based on these photos I saw on Urban Grace Interiors. I liked how her skirt could adapt as the mattress is lowered. We chose a raw silk plaid fabric and bordered it with the same fabric as the curtains.
A detail of the throw pillows with a monogram. And don't worry--I will remove these when he's actually in the crib.
The crib as it looks now, with little cut-out Noah's ark animals parading above. I found a beautifully illustrated book with these little animals as a bonus feature, and I clipped them up with mini clothes pins. My original idea was to do vintage flash cards, so these may be temporary, but the animals work for now.
A close up of the animals.
The bookshelf.
His name that I painted on canvas. It wasn't difficult to do, just a little time consuming.
There are local shops in town where you can purchase a painted name or monogram for your child's room--for about $100. After buying the canvas and paints, I spent less than $20. Pretty great savings!
Here's how I did it--I measured out a 3 inch border all the way around the canvas, marking it lightly with pencil. Then I stenciled the letters with pencil. I used acrylic craft paint to fill in the letters, and I just free-handed the stripes. I finally used a brown paint pen to finish off the edges of the letters and the border cleanly. The whole canvas got a coat of shiny Mod Podge to seal it after the paints were completely dry. If you can do a paint-by-numbers and just fill in lines, you can do this!!
{I am adding this name canvas to Kimba's DIY Day--check her out for other great ideas!}
So there you have it. A brown, green, and blue nursery for a sweet little man. We can't wait to meet him! These days I am pretty focused on getting the house organized and cleaned in anticipation of the sleep-deprived days ahead. I really appreciate your prayers for a healthy delivery and a healthy baby boy! Hope you all have a lovely week!
But at this point, I am 35 weeks and measuring almost 2 weeks ahead, so Peanut will be here very soon.
{And I apologize for the quality of the photos. This room has one small window, and the light is just pitiful!}
The view from the doorway of the crib and curtains.
The curtains from Pier 1. They were the inspiration for the room's colors and fabrics.
A detail of the crib skirt. My talented Mom made the crib skirt, based on these photos I saw on Urban Grace Interiors. I liked how her skirt could adapt as the mattress is lowered. We chose a raw silk plaid fabric and bordered it with the same fabric as the curtains.
A detail of the throw pillows with a monogram. And don't worry--I will remove these when he's actually in the crib.
The crib as it looks now, with little cut-out Noah's ark animals parading above. I found a beautifully illustrated book with these little animals as a bonus feature, and I clipped them up with mini clothes pins. My original idea was to do vintage flash cards, so these may be temporary, but the animals work for now.
A close up of the animals.
The bookshelf.
His name that I painted on canvas. It wasn't difficult to do, just a little time consuming.
There are local shops in town where you can purchase a painted name or monogram for your child's room--for about $100. After buying the canvas and paints, I spent less than $20. Pretty great savings!
Here's how I did it--I measured out a 3 inch border all the way around the canvas, marking it lightly with pencil. Then I stenciled the letters with pencil. I used acrylic craft paint to fill in the letters, and I just free-handed the stripes. I finally used a brown paint pen to finish off the edges of the letters and the border cleanly. The whole canvas got a coat of shiny Mod Podge to seal it after the paints were completely dry. If you can do a paint-by-numbers and just fill in lines, you can do this!!
{I am adding this name canvas to Kimba's DIY Day--check her out for other great ideas!}
So there you have it. A brown, green, and blue nursery for a sweet little man. We can't wait to meet him! These days I am pretty focused on getting the house organized and cleaned in anticipation of the sleep-deprived days ahead. I really appreciate your prayers for a healthy delivery and a healthy baby boy! Hope you all have a lovely week!
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