The Super Storewide SALE just got upgraded...

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Burp!

I hope this girl can burp like her Mama, because I kind of went a little crazy with the burp cloths. I just had too much cute fabric, and they are so easy to make!
I used a burp cloth/bib set from Judah's baby days as inspiration. The long narrow shape (approx. 19" x 7"ish) keeps them up on your shoulder so easily.
These are all backed with terry cloth. Some came from the fabric store, others were just cheapo towels. My favorite is the blue/lavender number with the little vintage applique and heart! So sweet!...perfect for spit up. ;)





















✭REMINDER✭ the Super Storewide Sale is still going on!!!

Mama Tees!

Noelle of Xenotees has been keeping my family clothed for a while now with our little exchange of goods and services: we model our free awesome shirts, she gets photos for her shop.
Fortunately for my flourishing stupendous belly, she decided to carry Maternity shirts! They are actually super soft organic A-line tees, but fit a pregnant belly perfectly. I can't wait to wear them once this big belly is gone too! :)
She has 6 styles available right now:
• Eat Right Mama Tee (in Mulberry)
• Eat Right Mama Tee (in Ocean Blue)
• Animal Group Tee (in Moss Green)
• Animal Group Tee (in Earth Bark)
• Animal Group Tee (in Pumpkin)
• French Pet Lobster Tee (in Natural)




















Thanks Noelle!!!

With my nesting instincts in full swing, even The Shop is being cleaned out in preparation for Ruthie's arrival.
EVERYTHING is on SALE! If you've had your eye on some favorites, now's the time to get them! Once this SALE is over, I will be closing the shop for Maternity Leave...so get it while the gettin's good!
✭ CLICK HERE TO GO SHOPPING! ✭

Budding Little Artist

For my husband's birthday last month, Judah made him a giant masterpiece of a painting. I supplied the background wash, and he did the rest.


































While he was working I couldn't resist painting a little something myself. So we did a flower for Ruthie's room. Yep, that's her name! Offically "Corrie Ruth Alvaro." But Judah is quick to correct you if you call her anything other than "Ruthie".
Judah helped me with the flower - splatting some red on there that I then arranged to somewhat resemble a bloom. He is already such a sweet big brother. I'm not sure who's more anxious for her arrival, us or him! Let's hope the excitement doesn't fade once we bring her home and he realizes she can't go back. :)

Shop News & A DIY Project...

Wow. Long time, no post, huh? Over a month! I think this is the longest I've been blog-free, and I've got to admit, I didn't miss it. It's nice to take a break every now and again. I'm about to do the same in the shop, but not with out a HUGE STORE-WIDE SALE first! More details to follow, but just know that I will be putting everything on sale in the next few weeks before I switch the shop to "Maternity Leave Mode". So be on the lookout for that.
Also, remember this fabric wrapping project? In my leave of absence I completely forgot that there was another little side project that went along with it. I made a few bracelets that day too (using the same process). These took maybe 3 minutes each, tops. So easy, and I'm pretty sure the bangles themselves were originally those scarf-holder-ring-thingies that you get when you buy a new scarf. So there you go. Essentially a free project, or a reason to go out and buy few new scarves.

A New Sundry Necklace

...perhaps my favorite yet. This one is made from a mix of vintage gold metal and pearl chains. They are grouped together and secured to soft ties of reclaimed polka dotted fabric.
(CLICK HERE to see the Sundry Necklace)
P.S. Just a heads up for those of you who have some favorites in The Shop: things will be changing around here soon. So if you like what you see, now is the time to go get it! More info forthcoming...