Thanksgiving in Vermont

We went to Vermont for an after-Thanksgiving family reunion last Saturday. I'm not always able to make this yearly traditional event, but I was so happy to be able to attend. It was the first time Fred was meeting that part of my family and I was able to see a cousin I hadn't seen in over 20 years! The food was delicious, especially the homemade eclairs which Aunt Nancy made. She promised us the recipe so I can try to duplicate it. As soon as she gives it to me, I will post it here.  You won't even believe how scrumptious they are! My nephew Chris took some really nice photos of my mom so I thought I would show you. After the reunion, we went to Smuggler's Notch to spend the night in Fred's best friend's townhouse. Thank you Thomas and Ruthie. The entire weekend was pure heaven.

Vintage Lace Project #2

I really wish I had a baby so I could put her in this sweet mermaid cocoon baby photo prop with matching headband. I love the way it turned out and I love the added touch of vintage lace. I plan to make a coordinating bikini top to complete this set.

I would be thrilled to find a photographer who could photograph this for me using a newborn baby on the beach. If there are any photographers interested, I will trade you the mermaid cocoon set for five photos. Contact me to let me know : )

Crochet pattern coming soon to my Etsy shop! www.propshop.etsy.com

Christmas Baby Bonnet

I adore making these newborn bonnets. I use chunky yarn so they finish up really fast which is always a good thing. I love how the back goes up into a point on top, so pixieish! I also like the built-in beard effect, look out Santa! This hat would make the perfect photography prop for baby's holiday photos.

You can buy the pattern here if you would like to make your own little bonnets.    http://www.littleowlcreation.etsy.com

Or you can buy the finished bonnet here if you don't know how to crochet. 
http://www.etsy.com/listing/87746247/red-christmas-bonnet-crocheted-newborn

Just $18 plus shipping.

Photo by Alexi Killmer of Child Essence Photography : )

Christmas Sneak Peek

Just a glimpse at our mantle. This is our first Christmas together and our first Christmas in our new home. It will be special. Midas will have his own stocking too : )

Project #2 - Victorian Lace Bonnet

This is my first project using that gorgeous vintage lace I recently acquired. I really like the way it turned out. A combination of super soft thick and thin merino wool in powder pink, a yummy cream colored rose pin and long flowing tassels of two types of vintage lace in cream make this a nostalgic photo prop for baby girls. I have other projects planned for this lace, just you wait and see!

Size 0-6 months

$30 plus shipping. To purchase this bonnet, just leave a comment with your PayPal email address and I will send you an invoice. Since the rose pin and lace are OOAK, your hat may have a slightly different flower and lace but I promise you it will be just as beautiful as this one!  Or you can just go to my Etsy shop and purchase it here:   http://www.etsy.com/listing/87620365/victorian-lace-baby-bonnet-powder-pink

 

 

Sweet Potato Love

I knew this sweet potato was special when I cut it open and saw a heart! I love sweet potatoes : )

Bird Nest Pins

I've decided to start making bird nest pins and bird nest hair clips for my Etsy shop (Prop Shop).www.propshop.etsy.com   I think they are pretty cute and they are just $5 (plus $2 domestic shipping and $5 international shipping). Wouldn't they make the perfect stocking stuffer or "just because" gift? I plan to attach them to my springtime baby hat photo props.

                                                                What do you think?

If you want to order the nests directly from me, just send me your email address and I'll email you a PayPal invoice. Be sure to let me know if you want a pin or a hair clip.