Fancy Schmancy Pants

Even though my space is severely limited, I have not been able to quiet the beast within that absolutely must sew in the spring. Warm weather clothing is simple to make and invites the most fun colors. My girls are not always going to be this size and so willing to wear what Mama makes for them. Can't pass this up!



Ella is in the pink. When I first put them on her, she said "Oooooo Mama, I just love my clown pants!" OK, so they may resemble what a clown wears but when you are 4, you can rock the clown look!

And for the Baby Boy on His Way...

Baby Dutch Onesies
Originally uploaded by shannonleighdesigns

Baby girls, baby boys, good heavens we are about to be blessed with all kinds of bundles of love. Can't forget about those boys. Stuff for them isn't frilly or pink, but I had just as much fun making these onesies. I can't wait to see baby Dutch in the tie!

So Many New Babies, So Little Time!

Is anyone else experiencing a baby boom? Perhaps its my age group. I tend to do things a bit ahead of schedule. Anywho, the joy of so many babies is the opportunity for so much creativity. I made this onesie dress for a baby girl soon to arrive. She also received a trio of burpies and a Tiramisu Baby Blanket. I just loved the Tiramisu pattern. So simple yet so sophisticated looking. The mama of this baby girl loved it too. That is a pattern I will use again for sure!

The flower was made using this great tutorial. It was much easier than some of the fabric flowers I have attempted...and failed at. This went swimmingly the first try. Score!

Here is a photo of the whole gift. The mama-to-be sent this photo to me in her thank you card. I was completely touched that she incorporated my gifts into her sweet princess' room and sent me a photo to see. So thoughtful. Not often that the thank you includes such a nice gift!

Recycled Recycle T-Shirt

Now if that isn't eco-friendly, I don't know what is.

I had this t-shirt in the Goodwill pile for a while. This morning I stumbled upon this post which inspired me to make use of it.

It's cute, it's comfy and it's even twirl-able. Oh, and it didn't cost a thing...except about 20 minutes of time. Gotta love that!

In My Next Life...

My princesses will one day have a party that looks a little something like this. Holy inspiration! I am amazed at the lengths some crafty mamas will go. Totally incredible and so memorable for those girlies!

Welcome Baby Brooks!

OK so I am a couple of months behind on this welcome message. My dear friend, Aunt Shelly had the most beautiful baby boy in January. We didn't know what she was having so I waited to start his gift until he arrived and revealed himself.

I made him a Retro Sport Sweater from the Subime Third Little Hand Knit book. I am over the moon for every pattern in this book. I suppose that is a good thing since there is some kind of baby boom going on in my life right now. NOT in my house, I should clarify.

This is made with Sublime Cashmere Merino Silk DK. It is light and scrumptiously soft. I hope that he will wear it on cold evenings this spring and summer.

Spring Fever

This post inspired me to give the rose clip tutorial a try. I was so happy with my little rose that I went on to make a few more spring inspired hair clips.

Aside from a knitting project that I will share soon, creativity has been at a minimum lately. I am finding myself stir crazy far too often. Cleaning house just isn't a satisfying outlet. This quick yet colorful project was just what the doctor ordered.

And my girlies were happy too.