More Re-Fashions....

I've had two sewing projects in my mind that I had to either complete or go crazy thinking about. I finally completed them and decided it was a fun idea to name them (like a serious designer) (haha).

I call this one "Roman Holiday" because this shirt was originally bought to wear home from the hospital after I had Roman...just a basic Tee and track suit idea. Well, now the shirt is too big and was begging for a makeover!

Before:

OMG - WARNING: UGLY PHOTO AHEAD!!! THIS WAS TAKEN JUST HOURS AFTER ROMAN WAS BORN SO DON'T JUDGE THE PUDGE!!! haha

After:

The 2nd project is called "The Laurie" because Laurie Andrews has been such a great cheerleader to me as I've been crazily discussing what projects I want to make. It's also a gift for her if I can talk Coco (my dressform) into taking it off!!!! She thinks she looks too cute in it. hehe It's made from a size XXL $3 (clearance) shirt from Wal-Mart...I must be crazy because I saw such great potential in something no one else wanted! Laurie, I hope you like it!

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After:





My next project is turning one of my old skirts into a sundress for the girls...wish me luck! Actually wait and wish me luck on the project after that, which is Allie's baptism dress. No, it's not a remake either so I'm extra nervous. The good thing is that I have plenty of time for Grandma to come to the rescue, right?! ;-)

December Photo Update

Holy Cow..this is a lot of pictures! This post definitely sums up our December!
Family, Faith, Fun...what a great month!

Polar Express by Allie (guest blogger)

Hi this is Allie, I wanted to tell you about the Polar Exress. I was so excited to go I had a hard time falling asleep that night. Mom picked us up early from school and we got to wear new Christmas PJ's. On the train I saw a hobo dressed as Santa. He shoke a bell and it had no sound. (he was funny) When we got on the train we saw two clowns, two tap dancing waiters, Santa Claus and a hobo. (they were on the train) On the train Roman stuck his head out the window and we got hot chocolate. I hope I can go back again. (.P.S.I saw Santa and got a bell.)

Kate liked ringing her bell the best and also enjoyed the hot chocolate.

Roman's favorite was riding a choo-choo. Everytime he puts on his Christmas PJ's he says, "I wanna ride the choo-choo!"
{slightly edited by Mom}