4.30.2011

A Few of my Favorite Things

When it comes to kids stuff, I tend to lean toward hand made rather than store bought. However I don't usually take the time to sew or "craft" a lot. Which is why I am grateful that other people feel that Stella deserves pretty things, so they provide them for her.

My Grandmother is one of those people. She makes beautiful things for Stella (and me) and they always seem to be just my taste.





This skirt poofs over her butt perfectly. (Stellas butt. Not my Grandmothers butt.)
I really love how Stella looks like such a toddler in this photo - little square feet and her belly poking out. I wish she would never grow up.

Stella is already having innovative ideas when it comes to fashion. I am so proud.


Rhetts mom is also a talented seamstress, check out her Etsy shop. She made Stella this little owl pillow.


And then there is Megan, the Knitress of the Night. It is really crocheting, not knitting. I thought the name was clever so I found a way to use it. She made Stella these hats and I love them! Unfortunately they are still getting much use, even into May.


And last but not least, my Mom. I wanted to make Stellas bedding, but my belly was HUGE and frankly, it was just in the way. So my Mom basically made it for me while I enjoyed potato chips on the couch and watched her. I pretended like I was watching the Martha Stewart show, that way I didn't feel bad for not helping more. Martha Stewart never needs help.

Blankets make playing with toys even more fun. This is usually our blanket of choice.

She also Crocheted this big beautiful blanket. It is not our blanket of choice when it comes to play, because I am keeping it nice so Stella can give it to her daughter one day.


Basically I am surrounded by amazing people. Just thought you would like to know.

7 comments:

  1. Love it all!!! Especially Stells...

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  2. i am flattered that you think i'm one of those amazing people.

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  3. you should make a post about stella's room. so both of you can remember just what it looks like. aaaaaand because we all wanna see it. 'we' meaning everyone on the internet. i'm a spokesman. there was a vote. do it. do it now. do it or you'll be voted off the island.

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  4. aw...stella is so adorable.

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  5. 1. i'm real happy you are posting
    2. all of that hand made goodness is darling
    3. stella is adorable.
    4. bye. :)

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  6. Cute!!! I always wished I was more crafty, but I am more of a measure once, redo it twice, throw it away and ask mom to make it for me type of gal. And you should have blogged about YOU and your amazing sense of style, I agree with Meg that you should show everyone the design of your rooms. Oh, was that an owl pillow or an elephant?

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  7. Britt- It is an elephant! I think you were with me when I picked out that fabric a long time ago. At your favorite place. (Gardner Village)

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