Feliz Navidad, Feliz Taco Salad...

First the Feliz-

I love Mexican food! After getting a positive recommendation from two sources- 1) My neighbors, and B) Kristen over at We Are THAT Family, I decided to venture forth and give the taco truck a try. It was good! I liked it a lot. But next time I think I might try beef instead of chicken. It seems like they used cubed chicken and shredded it but didn't do a very good job.

Meat and I have Issues. It must be well cooked, non chunky, and not scary. Really, that's not such a high standard is it?

I could eat Mexican every day, but it must be accompanied by a coke, IN THE BOTTLE. Not the can, nooooo way Jose, in the bottle. It has more fizz that way!

I'm NOT weird.

I promise.

So last night my husband got home from a long day at work, and I have the audacity to bat my eyes at him and ask "Can you get me a taco salad from my favorite restaurant?". And that angel of a man did just that. And it was good.

I sat here this afternoon eating leftover chips and soda from yesterday, enjoying myself. Until I bit one wrong and it stabbed the roof of my mouth! Argh. I hate that!

And now for something completely different-

My business is rather new, and my etsy shop is very new. I realize that it is too late to sell for Christmas, save a few items. I put on my thinking cap this morning, and realized that I need to prepare for Valentines Day and Spring!

GASP.

I have only just entered Christmas! How can this be? It comes with the territory. So I am now having to do a mental shift. Oh I am still in full Christmas mode here at home, but in my sewing I am thinking ahead.

My question to you is-

What fashion trends do you see for spring and summer? And what do YOU think would be cute on my baby and toddler clothes? And what is your favorite meal?

Share your thoughts with me!

Still loving my Christmas tree, and last nights Taco Salad,

Megan

"Perfect parcels tied with perfect bows"

(Title quote from "Green Christmas" by the Barenaked Ladies)

Two new onesie designs!

Here is a Onesie with Holiday Cheer! Now in my Etsy Shop!

Featuring baby reindeer, a festive striped background, and bordered by snow white lace!

Close up of the patterns used-

Also availale is a set with the Tutu and Onesie! Go HERE

AND A DEBUT!!! New LOTUS BLOSSOM RUFFLEBUNSIE ONESIE!!!!
Lotus Blossom edged with Lace, Matching Ruffles on the Buns!

I don't think I can even describe how excited I am about this one. It is the first in my new line of rufflebunsie onesies, that will feature -what else- ruffles on the bumsies! I used Amy Butlers "Lotus" fabric and created my own lotus design, each petal individually cut out and sewn on. I can't wait to put one of these on LaLa! (She is sleeping right now so I must have patience...) The ruffles have a rolled hem so there are no raw edges, I have taken great care in sewing this, and I believe it turned out beautiful.

ALL of my designs are available on toddler size T's!

Both of these are now in my Etsy store- What better Christmas gift for your baby or a friends baby?!

Enjoying creating creations,

Megan

Vintage Hankie Infant Apron Now On Etsy

(I couldn't think of a Christmas song or quote that has to do with aprons...)

I created this beautiful apron yesterday and have put it on my Etsy site, after much debate on if I should keep it or offer it up for sale. So it is currently for sale, but I may just end up keeping it for myself. The body of the apron consists of 100% cotton fabric, and the neckline and skirt are embellished with vintage hankies, which I picked up at the antique store. I just love how it turned out! It should fit a baby 6-12 months old, perhaps a little older.

Put this apron on over a simple cotton dress and you will have both charm and style. Use this for your baby's professional photo shoot and you will have a beautiful memory to hang on your wall. Or have her wear it while you are doing the holiday cooking- she will be ready to 'help' mommy bake delicious treats! Finally, you can hang it in your babies room, adding vintage charm. This is a keepsake to treasure forever.
The very bottom layer that you see here (the one with the scalloped edge) has a tea stained effect.

Now I am off to work on some more items for my shop! Have a happy Tuesday!

-Megan

"Did you just call me Skillfully Delicious?"

(Jack Frost talking to the Legendary Figures Council in Santa Clause 3)

My challenge, if you care to join me, is to title every one of my posts up until Christmas with either a quote from a Christmas movie, or Christmas song. I might have to deviate when I post about my business, but then again, I may not.

I digress...

I went to two shops yesterday, an antique store and a store called the "Vintage Vault." I did not go Black Friday shopping, though I would have liked to, but I did manage to get out of the house for a bit for this little venture. And Oh and I'm glad I did! Eye Candy for the Soul...

Definitely Skillfully Delicious.

Everything was color coordinated. And sparkly! And yes, that was an upside down Christms tree.

Welcome Christmas!

Feeling Merry and Bright,

Megan

My Last Words Before a Turkey-Stuffing-Potato Inspired Coma

I forgot to post these pictures of a post card I found at the antique store the other day. It is special because of the word "Violets" on it. This is a name that is found in our family, so I had to get it. I plan on framing it. It is from 1910!

The back of the postcard has the date postmarked on it. The letter is from a lady who seems to be corresponding with a friend, telling her she hopes they can visit soon.

It seems special to be able to peek into the past like this. It leaves me wondering about the writer.

I wonder what things I will leave behind for others to find? Hopefully whatever those things are, they will bring smiles and joy to those around them.

Going to Gobble,

-Megan

A Tiny Apron, 3 Year Old Conversations, and The Crud

A Tiny Apron:

First let me introduce to you this little baby apron I made for LaLa to wear on Thanksgiving. Because she needs to get in on the baking too, doncha know?

I will have to get a picture of it ON her next. It came out pretty cute, wouldn't you say? Next I hope to get one made for my son to wear. Without ruffles. Or pink.

On to the 3 Year Old Conversations:

The other day my dear son was playing with his cars. (An hourly occurrence here) He was having a little conversation with them that went something like this:

"Hi what's your name."

"My name is race car." (of course, because it IS a race car. so what else would it's name be??)

"Hi race car. I'm going to pass you by."

"Ok, pass me by!"

That one cracked me up. Another one was between he and I. I had him in the car, and LaLa was at home with daddy. I told my Dear Son that we were going on a date together. (We were headed to the library and then Starbucks).

Me: "Hey we are going on a date!"

Him: "A date Mama?"

Me: "Yep!"

Him: "What is date Mama?"

Me: "This, you and me together without LaLa or Daddy"

Him: "I don't see the date. Where the date Mama?"

Me: "This is the date, me and you together."

Him: "Where date go? I don't see the date!"

This continued back and forth..this is the date...I don't see the date...till I finally said:

"Ok, there is no date. Do you want to go to the library and Starbucks with me?"

Silence....

Him: "Where the date go Mama???

Obviously I didn't explain that one to him very well!

The Crud.

We have what my dad calls "The Crud." I'd say that defines it pretty well, but let me explain just in case- we are sick. If I were to define it I would say the flu with out the throwing up part. It started with LaLa. I hate it when my kids get sick, and it's doubly sad when it is the baby. Then it hit me, then Dear Son, and lastly Dear Husband. Now Dear Husband seems to be fending it off pretty well, but boy has it got me. Fever, chills, stuffed head, sore throat, blah. I am glad we got it before Thanksgiving, hopefully it will be gone by then! Begone Thou Crud!

P.S.

If you love fabric like I do, go check out Bee Square Fabrics. She has tons of delish designs to choose from! And a really nifty new website. Go shop!

Wanna go for a walk with me?

Today we went for a walk in the park...do you want to come along?

We saw an airplane

And Ran really fast!
The sun began to set

Casting an afternoon glow.

Little LaLa squealed while watching her Brother run so fast
Hey We found You!!!

Thank you for taking a walk with us.

We took a little Autumn walk this afternoon. The air was crisp, spirits were high, and the sun was shining its last rays on us.

I had fun taking pictures, but had to put the camera away when I asked my Dear Son "Do you want to walk with me and hold my hand?" "Yes." He said. And I knew then, these moments wont last long. My little boy will want to start acting like a man soon, and one day will blush at the thought of holding his mom's hand. So I zipped up the camera, took his little hand in mine, and we strolled down the path.

His little boy hands...3 years old...and I cannot imagine life without those hands. Sometimes sticky with peanut butter, or grimy with dirt. Lining hotwheels up in a row to 'park' them. Stacking paper towel rolls high in the kitchen. Reaching out to hug his baby sister and pat her on the head.

As we walked up the path on our way home I asked if he wanted to sing me a song. So he began to sing, making it up as we walked along "look at the rain...it falls down from leaves..." And then the classic he made up at the beginning of the year "Ding Dong, Ding Dong, Look at the snow and the rain!"

Little LaLa rode shotgun on my hip, squealing at the top of her lungs as her brother ran ahead. Crinkling her little nose in 'that' smile filled with joy.

Its a good life.

-Megan

Procrastination and Helping Orphans

Both kids are napping...

I should be making something...


I should be cleaning...


I should be productive...


but what fun would that be?


I got something cool in the mail today- a tote bag. Why is it cool you ask? Because it is sent out by the Amani Life Project. This is a foundation that is supporting orphaned girls so that they can go to college. Did you know that there are 143,000,000, orphans in our world? The Amani (yep, sounds like armani but without the R) Life Project is striving to help orphan girls go to college. Want to know more? Go HERE. You can also visit Bo's blog (the founder of Amani) HERE. (Bo's blog is a collection of deep thoughts, random thoughts, and passion for God and Orphans. And she really cracks me up. See her recent posts on food poisoning, and the one with pictures of Christmas ornaments that should not be). I know that the economy is nuts, and this is a crazy busy expensive season, but if you feel in your heart that you want to contribute to this cause, it is only a $10 a month donation. And you can get a nifty tote like me. =)

Thankful for those who help the hurting ones,

Megan

LaLa's Hat

I got out of the house yesterday and since the baby was exploding and my Dear Son was ready for a nap, we stopped at Grandmas to recoup. (After eating lunch at Olive Garden with her and Grandpa!) While my Dear Son napped, and when little LaLa decided to nap also, my mom and I dug into her felting supply.
After flipping through a book looking at some ideas for felted flowers, we decided to make LaLa a hat. We used the sleeves of a creamy sweater shrunk for felting. We lined the inside with the sleeves of a long sleeved shirt that Grandma doesn't wear anymore. And viola! A hat! We then each made a felted/mixed media pin for it, and plan to make more. The cream hat and interchangeable pins make it something she can wear with anything! And it's SUPER warm!

So here is the hat with the pin I made. I cut out a felt flower, and felt flower center. I then did a little needle felting and needle felted the light pink and light purple fibers onto the flower. I gathered a ribbon with thread, and then sewed it all together topping it off with a crystal bead. So sweet!

The flower my mom made is more vintage. It consists of two swirls of felt, and then she used parts of a doily for the leaves. She topped it off with a button. All thrift store finds!

So there you have it, LaLa's new hat. Next we need a red flower for Christmas!!

Falalalala!

-Megan

Another contest!

I am posting about the quilt giveaway at the Old Red Barn Co!! I love her quilts and she is giving away 3! I admit my favorite is the 3rd one! It uses some of my favorite fabric! But they are all so beautiful! Go check them out! You can follow the button on my sidebar!
Cheers and Crossed Fingers,
Megan

how do you do it?

I just haven't had the time to blog lately...how do you all do it?

A Dress for Lala

I haven't had time to write, but I did manage to sew this dress for Lala during naptime today! I am so excited to put it on her. I am off to the store to hunt down some pink and brown long sleeved onesies to go underneath it. Happiness!

This shot is not too artistic...but shows the colors pretty well. It is dark out here so I couldn't go outside.

Here is a more artistic photo of it. I got to play around a bit, but then the kids woke up!

Cheers!