Sewing Projects

Right after Boo was born I kept telling everyone and myself that we were in 'survival mode'. Things that were not essential did not get done. This included not cleaning the bathroom for 6 weeks!!! It took us a L-O-N-G time to get out of survival mode. Where did we emerge on the other side of surviving? I'm not sure what I would call it. It wasn't back to normal, but more things were getting done. The bathroom was cleaned more regularly, but not every week and not as well as I used to clean it. We were also up for more adventures and excursions. Life as we would know it was truly taking it's new shape. Before Boo was born, I liked to have little projects for myself. I say little because, I like for my projects to be quick ones. I like to see results!

If you asked me a month ago, I don't think I'd be able to tell you what my last project was. Probably getting Boo's nursery ready. No, surely I did something in the past 2 years!

Anyway, I'm happy to report that I'm back into project mode!

This past fall I started and completed Boo's first year scrapbook!! That was a HUGE accomplishment!

At the end of the summer I bought a sewing machine. I've always wanted to be able to sew and BeBe has helped me with some projects along the way, but I definitely would not consider myself a "sewer". Is that even a word?

But now, I'm on my way. My first project was this little pillowcase for Boo's little pillow. I know in this picture it looks like a regular sized pillowcase, but it's just right for his little head. I did cheat, sort of. I used an adult sized pillow case and trimmed it down so I would only have to sew one side and the end. Voila'...project done!


And, most recently I finished these cute curtains for our playroom. I know the fabric is a little girl-y and trust me, it wasn't what I had envisioned, but I just loved it, so I bought it anyway.
This was my first big project without BeBe in the next room to help! I did make several phone calls and she was very helpful and encouraging! Thanks BeBe. The project took longer than expected because I mostly only worked on it during nap time, but I'm very happy with the results. The photos don't do the colors justice, but you get the idea.

And, I couldn't resist adding this photo of Boo. B-man and him have so much fun! I love listening to them laugh and play in the tub while I'm in the office checking up on you all!