Oh baby! Daddy on Duty Apron

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Hey all! Hope everyone is doing well.

Haven’t posted in a long time. Been busy with family and some side projects. The biggest news is I became a grandmother (Gammy) last November. So needless to say, a sweet little angel has commanded lots of my time.

I made my daughter-in-law lots of maternity clothes and made many baby layette items and clothing too. It was around this time I got to thinking about my bonus (stepson) son. Often the partners of expectant moms get left out of the pre-birth/shower celebrations and gifting. I wanted gift my bonus son something he could use when his first born arrives. I wanted a bit of whimsy but also make it functional and practical. That being said, I came up with this “Daddy on Duty” apron design.

I used a cotton duck fabric to make the apron durable.

I filled it with lots of items a first time dad might need.

Flashlight that clips on and has a magnet: Practical for those late night and early morning wakeups

A notebook and pencil: To jot down special moments, notes for mommy, and reminders

A “Doo-dy Bag Holder: For those diapers that, well, let’s say require immediate disposal

There are bag rings and clips for attaching other accessories, and pacifiers that seem to always get lost. Oh, and the must have squeeky rattle to calm baby.

Loads of pockets for stowing away small items or adding a few diapers and whipes, ointments, or medications.

Adjustable straps round out the features of this one of kind dad-to-be gift.

Quick Sewing Project

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It’s been awhile since I’ve posted anything. Still crafting, papercrafting, and doing mixed media art as well as creating, and designing.

I wanted to share a sewing project I just completed. In a way, this is a collaboration with my artist son (ryanhandicraft), https://www.spoonflower.com/profiles/ryanhandicraft.

So here is the backstory.

My son has been creating and designing with cyanotype. He is a fabulous artist and dabbles in various art mediums and styles. I saw his finished design of this print (link above) and decided it would make a great top or dress. I had collaborated with him before on one of his citrus prints, so I was super excited to use another one of his designs.

I am currently working with a client on some of her designs (more about that later), by making her patterns and sewing her designs. So, I knew I wanted something quick to stitch up. I haven’t had much time to sew for myself, and was happy to grab some free time to work on something for the summer. In comes simplicity.com and Butterick Patterns (B6784). The perfect pattern for a summer dress and my son’s graphic design. I already purchased the fabric and was waiting for the right pattern inspiration.

I wanted something that was light and machine washable. I ordered the cyanotype print in Cotton Lawn fabric. I pre-washed it and it came out great. Nice breathable and flowy fabric. Perfect for the hot summers we have each year.

I love the look of this dress. It is perfect for lounging, has a resort type feel, can be dressed up or down with sneakers or sandals. You could even add a light-weight sweater or jacket if the weather gets cool. The bold blue and white stripes and irregular edge of the striping design is a fresh take on traditional striped fabric. The variation in the tone of the print also makes the print unique. It also helps that blue is my favorite color :).

Another feature of this pattern is the two types of pockets. One is the traditional side pocket and the other pocket is a slip pocket made into the front of the dress. I love to have pockets in my outfits. Pockets eliminate the need for carrying a purse and that is always a plus in my opinion. The pockets in this pattern are deep enough for a cell phone or small wallet, car keys, or small personal items.

Look forward to collaborating with @ryanhandicraft on another project!

“Clementine” Mini Album Design Project

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Happy to share with you my latest design project!

I used beautiful paper collection “Clementine” from  @keepitsimplepapercrafts3279 .

This mini album measures approximately 5 1/2″ X 7 1/2″ and features design elements to expand places for photos, memorabilia, and more!

The Clementine paper collection features beautifully designed double-sided prints which are made with high quality paper. Having two different collections (Flipside Pack and Collection Pack) allowed for a wide range of papers and elements to use in this project.

Here is a video walk through of the design project, which is also available on my YouTube channel.

Below is a list of some of the items used in this project:

KeepItSimplePaper – “Clementine” Collection Pack, Flipside Pack, and Collection Sticker Sheet

Sizzix Making Essentials Sequins & Beads in various color collections

JudiKins Diamond Glaze Water-based Dimensional Adhesive

Stampin’Up punches

Petaloo Botanica Collection

49 & Market Garden Seeds

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Keepsake Clock Box: Featuring Fancy Pants Designs’ “Fruitcake & Tinsel”

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I transformed a recycled tea box into a whimsical clock, that functions, and a keepsake box to hold cherished holiday photos and treasures.

Some of the elements used in this design include:

-Silhouette America Design #10936 – Abstract Damask Swirls

-Silhouette America Design #16984 – Slider Set Squares

-Liquitex Mars Black Acrylic Paint -Recollections cardstock

-American Crafts textured cardstock

-Prima Marketing Inc., Metallique Wax Cire Cera in Vintage Gold

-Judikins Diamon Glaze Water-based Dimensional Adhesive

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