Valentine's Day Gift...For a Baby Girl

Last year, I was searching for the perfect gift. For my Goddaughter. Who at the time, had been in the hospital, for nearly 4 months! So I searched, and searched. That's when I came across the Flying Hearts Mobile. And I was instantly in LOVE!

I actually made mine, a little bigger. With 5 different colors. Something fun. For this precious little girl. And until this past November, when she got to go home, this hung in her hospital room! Now it hangs in her playroom. And she still LOVES it!

So as I was planning out projects for this Valentine's Day. When this came straight to my mind. Many of my friends, have recently become parents. To little girls. And I think this will make an adorable gift. It's super fun, easy, and interesting to make. Doesn't cost much. And is incredibly fast to make. What do you think? Would you make one?

Merry Christmas!

We just wanted to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! What a beautiful day this is. Filled with so much love and magic. If you're anything like us, you're still trying to finish your baking, cooking, and gift wrapping. But it's all worth it, just to see those smiles! We hope that your holiday is filled with family, friends, and lots of love! Merry Christmas!

Cowl

If you're anything like me, you like a good scarf. Something pretty. Something that's easy to throw on. But warm! That adds a little to your outfit. You know the type. Well, I have a nice stash of scarves. My favorites are the $5 ones from Wal-Mart. I can't lie! But in the last year, I've really started to love cowls. Like this one!

The funny thing is, I've made plenty of these. For gifts. To sell. But never, have I made myself one. Well, right after Christmas, I'm going to make one. I'm thinking in a dark plum color. Wouldn't that be so pretty? I'm already excited about my plans! Honestly, I can't wait to wear a cowl, just like this one!

What Do You Think?

Recently, my cousin has been talking about The Shack. She's been talking about it for a while now. A few weeks. And it's sounds like an interesting book. Not really a religious book. But more of a book, that questions ones beliefs and religion. Makes you think a little...

Have you read The Shack? Would you recommend it? Is it something worth my time? I absolutely LOVE reading! Add I've been wondering about this book, for a while now. Honestly, if I could find it at the local store, I probably would have bought it. So what do you think?

And We Have Some Winners!

We wanted to thank everyone that entered our giveaway! We hope that you might stick around for a while. Sorry for the delay in getting out winners. Life got a little busy with Christmas shopping. And I forgot to draw the names. But I just had my Mom help me out. Anyway, without further delay, we have 3 winners. Congrats Brooke, Emily, and Hillary. I've sent you an e-mail. As soon as I get your address, I send out your dolls. And for everyone else, stick around. I promise that we'll have more giveaways in the future!

Craft Supplies

If you've been reading a craft blog, for the last year or so, you've heard about the Cricut and the Silhouette. There are so many projects that you can make with these 2 machines. And I've been eyeing them, for longer than I can remember...

The Cricut has been out longer. At least I think so. And I see it everywhere! At Hobby Lobby, Wal-Mart, and JoAnn's. EVERYWHERE! They're always having sales. But even the sale price, is just out of my reach...right now.

How about the Silhouette? Almost every blog out there, the big ones, is sponsored by Silhouette. And honestly, if I had a few hundred dollars, I'd buy this bad boy! Without even thinking about it. I find myself, dreaming about so many projects. Oh, my! If only. But let me tell you, I'll be saving my pennies, to buy one of these fun machines.

Mark's Craft Books

Have you ever heard of Mark Montano? Well, I didn't know that he wrote craft books. On a recent trip to Barnes and Noble, I literally stumbled on one! I was there buying some stuff for school. But I sat down with this book, and took a long look!

And by a long look, I mean I sat there for 2 hours. Just going through all the projects. What a great book! And it wasn't too expensive. I think it was under $15. Honestly, it's an incredible book for the money!

That's not all. When I got home, I Googled the book. And I found out that there are 2 of these books. Yes, 2! I'm putting these on my "Wish List." Maybe just maybe...I'll get them for Christmas. I'd be so excited! Because I'm already thinking, of all the projects that I want to make. :)

New Snowflakes

For the last few years, my Mom has been crocheting Christmas ornaments. We've combined them with store bought ornaments, and it's made for a pretty Christmas tree. Lots of delicate crochet snowflakes. Made with thread. Mixed in with other white and sparkly ornaments. I even beaded some little ones for her.

I've always wanted to make some of my own. For my Christmas tree. But I don't really enjoy crocheting with thread. The thin thread that my Mom uses. And my Christmas tree is nothing like her more "dressy" Christmas tree. My Christmas tree is much more "traditional." In the sense, that it's a mix of many different types of ornaments. Collected over the years. With vintage lights. That kind of tree. So when I came across this picture, I was thrilled!

It's a little close to Christmas, for me to start this new project. But I had never thought of using twine. Or making snowflakes in another color, than white. And you know what, I really like this idea. This might be a good project to work on, all year. You know, make a few every month. This might just work out! And I could also make a few, to add to special presents next year. :)

Inspired

I've been trying to finish Christmas presents. Let's just say, I'm further behind, than I'd like to be. Ugh! It's been crazy around here! And I feel like, I'm not getting anywhere. But I have faith, that it will work out. With all this going on, I decided to go hunting for some inspiration. And I found this cross.

It's inspired me. To make a couple. And send them out to some of my friends and family. I wish that I could find the instructions. But I can't. So I'm going to wing it. Are there any last minute projects that you're working on? Or that you'd recommend for us?

Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Day

It's that time again! Welcome Sew, Mama, Sew readers. It's time for a giveaway. Actually, we're going to be giving away 3 Strawberry Shortcake Dolls!

All you have to do, is leave a comment, with your favorite cookbook. Make sure to include your e-mail, if it's not on your profile. The giveaway is open from December 12 at midnight, until December 16 at 5PM PST. We'll be drawing 3 names. And contacting you by e-mail, this weekend. Good luck! And don't forget to take a look at all the giveaways here.