5 Mugs 2&3 Done

I did say I would only make these for the fellas in the family for Christmas...

I should've known better.

I had a hard time finishing Mug #2, figuring out the style of hat and what kind of graphic could I use to describe her personality. It was only when she mentioned how she likes peacock feathers that I could finally finish it.

Ah... Mug#3...

I had fun with this one. He's a banker and yes ladies... he is single! This is my nephew... good looking, ay? Yup... it's in the genes. HA! I thought it would be fun to add a pipe and a bowler hat.

He's a watch man. Ugh... what a pain to paint a watch though. I think I could've done a better job, but this will do. I know-I know.. I'm my worst critic.

Okay, so as I said earlier I was going to make mugs for the fellas, but now there's a change of plans. So what was going to be only about 9 mugs has now just about doubled.

AAAAACK!!!

Have I lost my mind?! I'm a gluten for punishment. Seriously. So here's to late nights of painting, sewing, baking and decorating... 

yup... 

it's gonna be a great Christmas!

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22 Raglan Remix and Linen Dress Link Up

I'm pretty jazzed about this outfit.

My inspiration for the dress was a skirt Karen had made. Without sacrificing the graphics of the fabric, she used the selvedge edge as the hem of her skirt.
Brilliant. Just brilliant.
For the top, I actually saw this picture(above) on the KCWC Community Board on Pinterest a while back. If there was one in my size, I'd sooo have it.

For the top, I altered my raglan tee pattern that I made from Jess' Raglan Tee Tutorial. The main fabric is organic french terry knit. Okay... can I just tell you how delicious this fabric is? It's sooo soft, like you've had it for years. My only gripe is I wish I bought more.

Fall here is a mix bag. One day it can be cold, the next hot, wet then dry... you get the picture. So it's always wise to dress in layers. 

The dress is a simple pattern I made using Lala's camisole. See the bottom edge on the skirt? Yah...cool. For the fabric, I used linen. You can still wear linen in the fall right? Eeesh... I just don't want the fashion police after my child. *wink*

Today is Lala's special day... she turns 2 today.

YAY!

YIPPEE!

YAHOO!

My baby turns 2!

I'll see you at One Little Momma's and Mama Loves Papa link up...

Have a fabulous Wednesday friends!

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4 Halloween Recap and a little GIVEAWAY

Eeek!

I'm late... I know.

Halloween was sneaky this year. It crept in and left before I could fully embrace the spirit. I normally do a Halloween craft countdown, but this year time was not my friend.

Boo!

That's no fun!

And I have two new crafts, but I think I'll save it for next year.

When I saw Cherie's Totoro costume for Yuki, I just about died. I knew Lala had to be one too. For the body, I used Simplicity pattern 0861. The hat and tail I used my own pattern. Cherie had some great tips for the leaf and whiskers. I did have whiskers, but Lala was not having it, so off they went. *grumble* The leaf, I slightly altered, using felt.

She's ready for a night of mischievous trickery and ghoulish delights!

Sophie went as an equestrienne and can anyone guess who Lily Moon is?

Oooo... let's play a little game...

the first to figure out who she is, I'll give you a free apron pattern of your choice!

***I'll keep this game open until someone figures it out.***
Congratulations to Marian who guessed The Aquabats for Lily Moon's costume!!!
Marian... you are "SUPER RAD"!

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Here's to another year of spooks and fun...