Category Archives: Baby/Pregnancy
Doll Bassinet or Moses Basket Tutorial
Wouldn’t a little girl you know be delighted with a new dolly and a basket to carry her in? For an experienced seamstress, this project takes about 2 hours. Plan a little more time if you are new at this. You will need: 1 dollar tree basket. This one is about 11 inches long by [...]
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Run for a Life–Get a Gift
I signed up for my first 5K yesterday. It was a whim. I paid my fee quickly so I wouldn’t change my mind. Then I convinced Heidi to run with me. I’m not a runner–I generally dislike running, but I’m ready to change my mind about running. This cause is enough to change my mind. [...]
Grant’s First Birthday
Don’t forget to enter our giveaway here. The winner will be chosen Friday, May 4th. It doesn’t seem possible that my baby is 1. The past year has been a blur for me, but I wouldn’t do it differently if I had the choice. I never felt quite myself this past year. I don’t think it was [...]
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Play mat disguised as a toy tote
I saw this on pinterest: We had a baby shower last weekend to attend and I stayed up late the night before making a fast version for the new mama. I didn’t have time to do as much piecing and I rushed too much on the quilting, but with all it’s flaws, it’s still usable. [...]
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Grant is 6 months
It took me awhile to take his pictures this time. I prefer outdoor lighting, but the weather wasn’t very cooperative. I’llhave to get a new plan for the winter months, lol. His 12 months onesie now fits him properly. It will have to streeeeetch to make it to his first birthday. His mood was ever [...]
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Today
We started our homeschool today and so far I’ve only lost my patience a handful of times, sigh. A sign that I am still overwhelmed even with 2 kiddoes in school. On the bright side, I think I will be able to teach those 2 well and the baby and 3 year old are being fairly cooperative. [...]
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The Listening Game
I’m about to reveal the single thing that has been the most effective obedience training in our family. It’s fun for everyone and you only need one supply–tiny treats. Our favorite is Reeces Pieces, but mini marshmallows, MM’s, fruit snacks, or yogurt covered raisins would also do the trick. The only rule is that the treat has [...]
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Grant’s Birth Story
I’m going to warn you up front that this story may have more detail than you’d like to read. But I hope my experience helps someone else who has a childbirth outside her hopes and plans. I was due with Grant on April 18th and all my measurements were on target with that date. I gained [...]
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I’m in Love Again
I decided long ago that I cry so much during pregnancy because God is making my heart bigger. I can’t explain to a mom of one how she will be able to love her second child (and her sixth) just as much as the first without reducing her love for the first at all. I [...]
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Doll “Quilt As You Go” Tutorial