tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14420444270814644392024-03-15T18:09:14.588-07:00 Sew FabulousJenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02110561384521434514noreply@blogger.comBlogger120125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1442044427081464439.post-6897441400091768982013-11-07T07:04:00.001-08:002013-11-07T07:04:29.797-08:00Fab 5 #10<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Since I had a baby a month ago I thought I would share my top 5 mommy/baby must haves with you. </div>
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#1- aden and anais bamboo blankets.</div>
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These blankets are the softest ever! They are super large and perfect for swaddling, they are also great to use as nursing covers. You can also use them to cover your car seat. They are super light, so if you are having a summer baby you should get them. </div>
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#2- MAM Pacifiers</div>
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The best thing about these pacifiers is that they come in a plastic box that also doubles as a sterilizer. You just place the pacifier inside and fill the box with water and heat it in your microwave for 3 minutes. It's so much easier than having to boil your pacifiers on the stove! I love it! You can also use the box to hold clean pacifier in your diaper bag. </div>
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#3- Lansinoh Gel Pads</div>
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The lactation consultant in the hospital introduced me to these. I'm not sure when they came out but this is the first time I've heard of them. I wish I would have had them after I had my first daughter. These pads give you cooling soothing relief when you have sore cracked nipples. My baby did some damage the first few days by not nursing correctly and I was in so much pain. These pads offered some relief, it was awesome! If you are planning on nursing I would buy a pack. I think they are around $10 for 2 sets and they last for 4 days each. You will probably only need them the first week or two. </div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">#4- Gilligan and O'Malley 2 pack nursing sleeping bra</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I never used sleeping bra's before when I nursed my older two daughters. Sleeping in a normal nursing bra was so uncomfortable! This pack is from Target and is around $20. I bought a 2 pack on sale for $11. </span></div>
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#5- Freezer Meals</div>
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My sister came to visit the weekend after I had the baby. She brought me a weeks worth of freezer meals, it was the best gift ever! The week after our help left we ate the freezer meals. It's so hard to make dinner when you have a newborn, it was such a relief to just be able to pop a meal in the oven. Especially if you have a fussy baby. There are tons of freezer meal recipes on Pinterest you could use. I think the weeks worth of meals would also be an awesome baby shower gift. I wish I would have made some more myself before the baby was born. </div>
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02110561384521434514noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1442044427081464439.post-15860178847859316702013-11-06T06:42:00.000-08:002013-11-06T06:42:31.681-08:00First Bath<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Comforts for Baby was kind enough to send me some of their products to try out. I used their bath products for my little girls first bath, or sponge bath. She didn't love the sponge bath, most babies don't. She did like having her hair washed though. We are still using these products three weeks out on all three of my kids. I really like the baby oil, especially the smell. I love the smell of a clean baby. You can find these products at any Kroger. </div>
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One cool thing about the baby wash is that it is dye-free, soap free, and ph-balanced so it doesn't dry out babies skin. They also have a night time bath scent. I like to use the baby oil after the bath, and it absorbs quickly into her skin. </div>
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My Little Princess</div>
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Born on 10/3/13 8lbs 15oz 21inches long</div>
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I have not been crafting or sewing this week. Just taking it easy. Here are some few things that have been going on around here.</div>
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#1. Stretch Mark Removal</div>
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My 4 year old was watching my stomach move (one of our favorite things to do together) and she reached over to grab her pencil and said, "Let's erase this mark." She said it so matter of fact, it was hilarious! I love the look on her face, she is really concentrating. If only it were that easy little girl : )</div>
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2. Got my Hair Did! </div>
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This pic is from my phone so the quality is poor. But I got my hair highlighted and trimmed this week. Only three weeks left till baby, and I know I probably won't get back to a salon anytime soon. I always like to have my hair done right before I have a baby. </div>
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I made this fabric banner from left over material I had from the car seat canopy. There is still no bedding in the crib. I bought these cardboard letters from hobby lobby and spray painted them. It was probably less than $10 for all three, which is great! I really tried to spend as little as possible on the nursery. I painted the walls white when I was 25 weeks pregnant. They were purple before. I wanted something I could change up easily. I was planning on stripes or something on this wall, but I was/am too exhausted to do that. It's also really hard for me to commit to a paint color. </div>
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4. Initial Jewelry</div>
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I found this necklace on etsy <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/64926433/the-original-family-tree-initial">here</a>.</div>
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I want to get something like it with my girls initials. It's a simple piece that would go with anything which I really love. I'm loving the branch. I've also seen ones with little birds that are adorable.</div>
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#5. Ikea Rug</div>
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I know everyone has this rug, but I want it! I want to put it in my living room. Right now I have this gray one from Ikea. </div>
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I would move it into the nursery if I get the new one. </div>
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It probably won't happen soon, but maybe at the beginning of next year I might be able to make an Ikea trip. I wish the store was closer!</div>
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#1. Nursery Sneak Peak</div>
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I'm mostly done with the nursery. I just have to add bedding, the glider, and maybe a few more decorative things. After her arrival or a little before we will move the bassinet, swing, and bouncer out. It's a little crowded with baby gear. Our stroller and car seat are also stuffed in there. If you are looking for crib sheets this week Target had them on sale for $9, and buy 2 get 1 free. They have tons of cute prints. My sister picked some up for the baby. Yellow and white chevron, hot pink with white polka dots, and a cute owl one that has the room colors with some brown in it. </div>
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#2. My big girls started school! Pre-K and 1st Grade. </div>
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We are a few weeks in and it's so hard to get back into the routine. They are exhausted by the time they come home and you can tell by the attitude and my youngest falling asleep on the living room floor almost everyday around 3 or 4. Which makes bed time very frustrating. But they are happy while they are there at least. I didn't prepare them for waking early, the thought of starting to wake them up early a week before school and being in my third trimester just seemed crazy. </div>
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Hopefully we will get used to it soon, you know right when I have the baby and end up being even more tired. </div>
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#3. Pencil skirts/ Maxi Skirts</div>
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I'm so ready to wear normal clothes again! I love this animal print skirt. There is some similar material at Hobby Lobby in knit and I'm thinking about making a knee length pencil skirt with it for after baby. I think it would be cute paired with any color solid top, what do you think? A little too crazy? I love animal print. I lived in my cheetah print forever 21 cardigan last winter. I also made my first purchase from Girl Charlee Fabric and have some black and white stripped knit I'm going to make into a maxi skirt. I also bought some chevron black and pink but they cut the fabic in half : ( I ordered two yards, and it came in two one yard cuts. Sad. I should have left a note in the note section. The fabric seems to be great quality though. I think I will try to make one of those nursing cover scarf's with the one yard cut. </div>
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I'm also thinking leggings and over sized tops will be perfect for after I have the baby. Where is your favorite place to buy leggings? I want good quality ones that are not see through. </div>
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#4. Floor Poof's</div>
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I'm loving these! I bought bias tape last year to make my girls one for Christmas (I still need to buy the fabric.) I didn't end up make them. I still think they would love them. I really want to make a cute one for the nursery too. Maybe I will get to it. I've been sewing more since my youngest in in pre-K, but it's only part time so my time is limited. And it's so hard to bend over, haha! Cutting fabric is way more difficult now. </div>
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#5. 35 1/2 weeks and counting!!</div>
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I'm getting induced in less than a month! It's so crazy! I can't wait to be more comfortable. I'm waddling like crazy and baby has already dropped. I never dropped with my first two, they were induced also. My last was induced 9 days early and was 8.5 pounds. This baby will be induced 4 days early. I'm hoping she won't be huge. I'm currently craving Ice like Crazy! </div>
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Braxton hicks contractions are still driving me nuts, and my feet hurt all the time. </div>
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I can't wait to see what she will look like. My two older girls looked totally different at birth, so it will be interesting to see who she favors. I've gained 30 pounds so far, which has been less than my other pregnancies, so hopefully I won't gain 10 more this last month. But she looks healthy and everything is going well, besides the discomfort. Which is such a blessing! </div>
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Here is my torpedo! The latest pregnancy complaint: Itching! </div>
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Can you be allergic to pregnancy? haha! </div>
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And yes, I've used Palmer's stretch mark cream since I was three months
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I hope this six weeks goes by fast!! I'm going to get induced a
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That's only 5 1/2ish weeks! Yay! </div>
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My back and feet hurt, and I'm just done. I'm waddling around really
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I finally spray painted some picture frames for the nursery today, and I
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So I am super excited to meet this little girl. My stomach dropped even more yesterday, so maybe she will come on her own? My other two were induced, they didn't want to come out. Ever! </div>
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I just mailed off my registration forms for the hospital today, I've had them since my first trimester. So it was about time. I also signed my girls up for a sibling class at the hospital I thought it would be fun for them. We shall see : ) </div>
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02110561384521434514noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1442044427081464439.post-32694438125115248542013-08-29T07:00:00.001-07:002013-08-29T07:00:17.768-07:00Comforts for Baby Review<br />
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I received diapers size 4 (it will be a little while before baby can fit into those), baby wipes, cotton swabs, baby powder, and baby oil. </div>
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The wipes are the perfect size for my diaper bag. </div>
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You can find Comfort for Baby products at your local Kroger, and the best part is that they are affordable! </div>
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#1 Naps!</div>
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I'm loving that I finally found a way to get my girls to take naps during the summer. My youngest would always take a nap during the school year last year when her sister was at school. But since she's been out of school it's been a nightmare in the nap department. She's been falling asleep on the couch or floor around 4pm which is the worst because she will keep her sister up all night. </div>
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Waking up and being surprised by my huge baby belly is sort of fun. That is until I try to get out of the bed, that's not so fun. Sometimes baby girl will wake me up with her movement and it's a reminder to me of what a miracle she is. I complain about pregnancy constantly, but I am truly grateful to be having another daughter. </div>
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I'm loving the past two days of 70's! I live in the south and this is super rare in August, and I know it won't last. I can't wait for cooler weather, I'm cardigan obsessed! </div>
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I'm dying over this scarf/nursing cover combo! You can purchase one <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/150403646/hold-me-close-chevron-nursing-scarf">here</a> for $20! So cute, and it comes in different colors. I may try to make a few myself, because I'm super cheap. But I still think $20 is a great deal! </div>
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My youngest loves to watch her baby sister moving. She lifted up my shirt while we were watching home video's on the computer. I took a picture of her with my phone, I didn't realize she fell asleep. Cutest thing ever!! </div>
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She is so excited to be a big sister.</div>
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I had an appointment this past week and I was measuring at 32 weeks. So I think we will be having another big baby. My sleeping beauty was 8.5 pounds induced 9 days early. So I'm pretty sure this little girl will be at least 8 pounds. </div>
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We've put up the crib and curtains, I will be showing all of that when her room is more together. I still have to make her bedding. I'm just going with a crib skirt and fitted crib sheet. </div>
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I did make her curtains and car seat canopy. Tutorial coming eventually...</div>
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The material is from Hobby Lobby. </div>
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I'm still addicted to Chevron. </div>
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I painted her nursery white and the curtains are hot pink and white. Her crib skirt will be aqua ruffle fabric and the crib sheet will probably be pink and white. </div>
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If I do I will probably make the crib sheet yellow, and hang a giant wooden initial letter in hot pink above her bed. Her name is still undecided, so I can't do that just yet.</div>
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So what do you think? Will yellow be too much, should I just stick with hot pink and aqua?</div>
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This weeks fab five are things I've gotten for free! (or almost free minus shipping) </div>
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I'm posting this a little bit early this week so you can take advantage of these deals too : )</div>
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I got this sling for free! I used a coupon code for breastfeeding awareness month and only had to pay shipping which was around $11. The print I choose is Newport. I love the aqua and pink! I choose those colors for my baby's nursery too. You can get yours free by using the code PJBABY at <a href="http://www.sevenslings.com/">Seven Slings.</a> Remember there are sizes for the slings, I almost missed that. There is a sizing chart to help you pick the right size. </div>
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#2 Aqua Silicone Watch</div>
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I heard about these free watches over at twistmepretty.com, thanks Abby! All I had to pay was shipping and handling. I bought mine from kissmemint.com.</div>
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I'm not sure if the deal is still on now. I love this watch is looks so much better in person! </div>
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#3 a set of Bamboobies reusable nursing pads. </div>
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Just visit the site to claim yours! Hurry up there is only one more day left to claim them. (which is why I'm posting this early and not on Friday). They have a few other things on sale if you like their products. They are really thin so you don't have to worry about the big circles showing through your nursing bra. </div>
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I almost got one of these too, but I already have a boppy. It's a great deal if you don't have one though, you also have to pay shipping around $12. </div>
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I had a little fun with fabric paint today. For the gold onesie I just made an outline of a collar and filled it in. Then I took a small cork and dipped it in the paint to make the fake buttons. It took two coats of paint. After it was dry I placed a piece of material over it and ironed it a little to set the paint. I then hand sewed the bow onto it. Before I attached the bow I burned the ends so it won't fray.</div>
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For the mock pearl shirt I used the same cork and stuck a push pin in the top to hold it, and dipped it into the paint and just free handed the necklace. Then I flipped the cork over and used the bigger end to make the larger string of pearls. The pink flower I already had left over from making headbands a while ago, and I hand sewed it on. I found the little shirt at a second hand store, I'm pretty sure it is one that the hospital uses. I'm going to put it on my baby after she's born, she going to be the fanciest baby in the nursery, hehe! </div>
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I'm 27 weeks and huge! I get asked when I'm due constantly. When I say October I get a lot of deer in headlight looks. Yes my tummy gets huge, it has with the my two previous pregnancies also. I've also been asked if I'm having twins, nope! I do feel nine months pregnant already though, does that count? </div>
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It truly is a custom fit! What I loved most about this pillow is that is is actually three separate pieces that Velcro together. The Velcro is very sturdy so you don't have to worry about it coming apart during the night. </div>
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I am currently 26 weeks pregnant and I already need a pregnancy pillow. </div>
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I already bought one of a different brand a few months ago, and I prefer the Boppy. Why? Because I toss and turn a lot at night and it's hard to flip the entire huge pillow over with me when I want to switch sides. I like to use the pillow without the middle section. For some reason I can stand anything touching my stomach at this point. I'm also pretty tall, so I think this pillow is great because you can customize it for your height/size. </div>
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The pillow is so comfortable for your head! I will probably be using it after I have the baby. The longer portion goes between your legs so your hips are aligned and it's so comfortable! It's so much easier to switch sides when your hips get sore during the middle of the night. Why not use two normal size pillows? Honestly the shape of these really does make a difference. I used a ton of pillows with my first pregnancy and they were so large and bulky, and did not hold their shape. So they were pretty much worthless. I highly recommend this pillow for your pregnancy. It is a must have! There are only a couple of things I would actually splurge on during pregnancy, and this would be one of them!</div>
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02110561384521434514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1442044427081464439.post-44840343302919230192013-06-30T16:56:00.000-07:002013-06-30T16:56:10.119-07:00Keep In Touch<div style="text-align: center;">
Google reader is going away. So keep in touch and follow me with Bloglovin. There is a button to the right where you can add my blog, I'd love for you to follow along! : ) </div>
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02110561384521434514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1442044427081464439.post-46309874010794108582013-06-25T13:56:00.000-07:002013-06-25T17:36:37.964-07:0025 weeks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This is the last belly shot I took at 24 weeks. I'm now 25 weeks. </div>
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I passed my glucose test, so yay! I got my first, "Are you sure there are not two in there?" comments. Haha! No there is only one! I've had three ultrasounds so I'm pretty sure they would have seen another baby by now. I keep telling everyone I get really big, but I guess they don't believe me. That's what happens when you move to a new place, none of my friends here have seen me pregnant before. We nicknamed my belly torpedo with my last pregnancy. </div>
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I've painted the nursery white. I was planning on painting stripes on one wall, but now I'm thinking vinyl polka dots instead. We got our car seat and stroller in. It is red not coral like I thought. Minor bummer, oh well. I have yet to sew anything for the baby besides a few burp cloth's, and cloth wipes. </div>
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I need to make a car seat canopy and crib bedding. I will get on that one day. I am having a hard time deciding on fabric. I'm also having a hard time picking a name. </div>
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I am no longer craving pickles. I've been collecting the jars I've finished off and I might use them in the nursery for decoration, which I think is super funny! </div>
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I'm so glad the sickness is over. I do feel super uncomfortable already, but I carry low and it's just not fun. I'm already not sleeping well. </div>
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Only 15 more weeks though yay! Can't wait to meet baby girl! </div>
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I've been having fun picking up some little clothes. I've found a lot of cute things at Ross. I love that store! </div>
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I just received a pregnancy pillow from Boppy so look out for a review coming soon. Hopefully that will help me sleep! : )</div>
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Here are my Fab Five picks this week.</div>
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As usual a little random. : )</div>
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#1- Revamp Your Closet! </div>
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I was inspired by <a href="http://cassidymillerphotography.com/blog/2013/06/07/fashion-friday-revamp-your-closet/">this post.</a></div>
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Cass Miller is so cute, and I love this post. She had the great idea to get rid of stuff she doesn't love. Which makes perfect sense! I think as a Mom I'm always holding onto stuff because </div>
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Well, I end up with a ton of clothes I hate. I might like it on a hanger, but after having kids our bodies change and we have to wear what flatters our momma figures. </div>
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She shared some steps to get started. </div>
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1. Make a Pinterest fashion board. </div>
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This is the fun part! I pinned mostly fall/winter items since I am due in October. I'm not going to base my wardrobe on my pregnant state, since it's only gonna last three more months. </div>
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I've already got two bags full of clothes I can't wear while pregnant. I'm planning on going through them and getting rid of what I probably won't wear after baby. Which honestly is more than half I'm sure. </div>
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Cass suggest keeping 15 items of clothing that you can mix and match. Keep pieces that you actually love and feel great in. Honestly, we probably only use that many pieces in our closet anyways. I know I do. It might be different if I worked outside of the home. I can see keeping way more for work. </div>
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So I am really excited about this, and I already told the hubs I will need new clothes after the baby. Maybe I will actually wear something besides pj's for the first six months. That would be great : )</div>
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I've been loading up my <a href="http://pinterest.com/jenrsharpe/wear/">Wear</a> board on Pinterest with some after baby looks. This will be my first time having a fall baby which is great for covering up that after tummy, right! I'm loving leggings, skinny jeans, loose tops/sweaters, and tall boots. Here are some of my picks:</div>
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Next week I'm getting my hair cut and highlighted. I love going to a salon and getting pampered. I don't love paying for it, but you gotta do it sometimes. </div>
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Right now my hair is super long, past the halfway down my back point. I have a ton of split ends and it's just too long for a prego in the summer. </div>
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I have a really hard time getting it cut though, I usually will only let the stylist cut off the ends. We will see if I chicken out. I do love having long hair. </div>
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#5- Mini Bubble Necklace</div>
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I have this necklace in white/pink/and aqua. I love it!</div>
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I think I have around five necklaces from ourworldboutique.com. I've also bought some as Christmas presents last year, and end of the year teacher gifts, and birthday gifts. They have a ton of different styles and sales all the time. You should like them on facebook so you can get coupon codes. I bought my mini bubble necklaces for $4.95. I've bought another necklace from them for only $1.95!<br />
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Here are my five favorite things this week, they are a little random.</div>
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I've been looking for a new car seat for a little while. We knew we wanted to upgrade, the last one is almost 6 years old. I also needed a new stroller, so I looked for a travel systems. I really wanted another Graco, because I really liked my last one. I don't like the purple and pink flowery prints that are so popular right now. I found this print that's more modern in my opinion, I love the coral accents, and the medallion print. Hopefully I will love it when I start using it. </div>
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I bought these sandals from Target a few weeks ago and I love them! They are on sale right now for $14 online. I'm not sure if the buckle was a good idea in my current pregnant state, they are harder to get one every day. But They are comfy and stylish. </div>
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I painted my toes a neon pink a few weeks ago. I've always been weary of neon, but I loved it!</div>
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I don't think I would put it on my finger nails, but it's fun on your toes. It was especially cute on my four year olds toes. We've been swimming a couple of times and she already has really tan feet. Lucky! I'm still white as a ghost.</div>
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This is the best foundation for covering acne scars, and acne. I've had horrible skin since I was 15. This is the only foundation that gives me full coverage, and won't cause me to breakout worse. I buy mine at Ulta, it's $38 a tube and last around 3 months. It's so WORTH it!!!! Believe me! I also have the concealer which has lasted a year, and I still have a ton left, that was $22 when I bought it. </div>
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Thyme maternity was nice enough to send me this cute top. I love navy, and it's so soft and comfortable. I decided to pair it with some skinny jeans, <a href="http://www.ourworldboutique.com/products/mini-bubble-statement-necklace,">mini bubble necklace</a>, and sandals. My sandals didn't quite make it into the pictures. Sorry for the line under my shirt, it's my belly band! The only way I can get these jeans to fit. </div>
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This shirt is a great mix and match piece. There are so many ways to dress it up or down. It's the length of a tunic shirt, so it would also go great with leggings. </div>
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I was a little worried with it having a boat-neck collar it would lay funny, but it fit perfectly. No bra straps hanging out, which is always a good thing! I highly recommend this cute top. It would also be great for after pregnancy. It fits my 20 weeks belly really well, with some room to spare. It really is great for all trimesters, and I think I will be wearing it after as well.</div>
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If you are a momma to be you should check out Thyme maternity at your Babies R Us, or online <a href="http://www.toysrus.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=18778956">here.</a> They also carry nursing bra's and some skin care items. </div>
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I'm a few weeks behind on my Fab Five, so I'm jumping back on the wagon. </div>
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#1. The Maxi Skirt</div>
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This pattern was free but is now for sale. I think it's totally worth the $12 though! I love my skirt I've made with it, and I still get compliments on it over a year later whenever I wear it. The great thing about it is that it works for maternity as well. </div>
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Check out Leanne blog <a href="http://www.elleapparelblog.com/">Elle Apparel</a>, she is super talented. </div>
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Dana's blog <a href="http://www.danamadeit.com/2008/07/tutorial-the-perfect-diaper-cover.html">Made</a> is one of the first sewing blogs I ever read. I love it! She has such beautiful pictures and great idea's. You can print this pattern out and it's so easy to follow. I use it for all of my baby bloomer. You can make so many different variations. I like to monogram the back, or add ruffles. </div>
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I made this skirt two years ago and I loved it! I also made my girls matching ones. I got so many compliments on it, that's when you know it's a good pattern. It is high waisted and flattering. It's easy to make too. I made mine in navy also, but you can mix it up so many different ways. </div>
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The tutorial can be found <a href="http://vievesscrapbooking.blogspot.com/2010/08/party-skirt-tutorial.html">here.</a></div>
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I know this bag looks so simple, but it really is the perfect gift for a child. I like to add a flap to the top and embroider the child's name on it and fill the bag with art supplies. I've also made one and decorated it with a stop sign and filled it with fabric roads and toy cars. It's the perfect size for your little one to tote around their special toys when you are out and about. It's also a great way to use up your scrap fabric and ribbon, which make for an inexpensive gift. You can find the tutorial <a href="http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2009/06/easy-as-cinch-bag.html">here.</a></div>
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Yes this one is from my own blog. I make these items so often. I have so many friends having babies right now, these are my go to gifts. Tutorial found <a href="http://sewfabulous-now.blogspot.com/2012/06/three-easy-baby-shower-gifts.html">here.</a> You can never have enough cute burp clothes and passy straps!! I'm going to be making some for my own baby when we pick a name, hopefully that's not after she's born : ) The ones in this picture were gifted to my best friend a year ago. </div>
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I hope you guys enjoy these tutorials as much as I have. They are all easy to follow and pretty quick projects, which are my fav!! And for fun here's my 20 week belly pic : ) </div>
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Yes my head is cut off, my husband took the picture like that. But I think it turned out cute. </div>
Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02110561384521434514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1442044427081464439.post-73434404864884207802013-05-14T09:14:00.000-07:002013-05-14T09:19:55.330-07:00I'm actually sewing! Maybe...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This morning I've been cutting out fabric for some projects. I'm especially excited about making this nursing shawl. My little sister who is also pregnant with her third daughter requested one. The tutorial is great and I can't wait to see how it turns out! I'm going to make myself one too. </div>
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I have a ton of pregnant friends right now so I'm also going to make some passy straps, burp cloths, and attempt some cloth wipes. I am planning on cloth diapering our baby so I figured cloth wipes would be easier than disposables. I guess I will find out. If you have any favorite cloth diapers, please share! </div>
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Hopefully I can get my 20 year old Serger to cooperate today so I can actually finish some of these projects. I don't think I've touched my sewing machine in at least 3 months. I'm still dealing with a little bit of morning sickness at 19 weeks. </div>
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And just for fun here's my 19 week photo. It was also Mother's Day. I'm so grateful these little girls made me a Mother. We had a great day thanks to my hubby who took over cooking and cleaning!</div>
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This week I wanted to share my favorite nursery inspirations. I have 5 months left to get my little girls room ready. I know a lot of time, but I'm excited to get started. Teal and Pink or Coral are my favorite colors right now. I was thinking about painting the walls a very pale teal, almost white color.</div>
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Nursery Board #1- I love this color combination! I've also seen similar fabric on fabric.com so I know where to order it. I'm really loving teal and pink. The pop of yellow is nice too. </div>
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Nursery Board #2- This is probably my favorite right now. It has all the colors I really love and don't think I will be sick of looking at. I love the gray, but it's all over my house already. </div>
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Nursery Board #3- I am in love with this room! I love the colors. You have to check out this blog, she has the best sewing projects for girls. She made almost everything in the room which I love. I think the quilt is my favorite part.</div>
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Nursery Board #5- This is a very pretty classy little lady room. I like parts of it but not the whole thing. I want to make the Love pillow to put on the rocker, I might do the sequins in silver though.</div>
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I'm going in for a 20 week ultrasound in a few weeks so I will wait till then to pick out a paint color. Just in case there is any gender surprises. </div>
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I bought a bunch of picture frames from goodwill a couple of months ago and I have a few items I just need to repaint for the nursery. I also want to give my 6 year old rocker a makeover. My sister is giving me her white crib and matching changing table which is so nice!<br />
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My daughter turned 6 a few weeks ago. I decided to go with an art theme since she wants to be an artist when she grows up. I found a tutorial on how to make this balloon banner, which I love! I choose colors that were bright and added purple because it's her favorite color, and I wanted it to look a little more girly. I found the tutorial <a href="http://www.designmom.com/2011/05/balloon-banner-diy/">here.</a> I attached the banner to my walls with painters tape. I was surprised it did not fall. We kept it up for a few days too. I bought the balloons and crate paper at Dollar Tree and Target. </div>
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I bought bird houses for the kids to paint from Joann's. They were $1 a piece. The kids really enjoyed it, and it was a great party favor. They also painted paper mask I found at Joann's. </div>
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I also bought these aprons from Dollar Tree, and I just hung them on the back of the chairs. The kids also took these home with them. </div>
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I loved that there were so many different types of bird houses to choose from, I let the kids pick out their favorite one to paint. The kids also played in the back yard with bubbles, and side walk chalk. Everything else I bought for the party was also from the dollar store, so it was a pretty inexpensive party. </div>
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<a href="http://www.sugarbeecrafts.com/2013/04/take-look-tuesday_29.html">Sugar Bee Crafts</a><br />
<a href="http://www.sweetlittlegals.com/">Sweet Little Gals</a><br />
<a href="http://www.notjustahousewife.net/">Not Just a Housewife</a><br />
<a href="http://thewinthropchronicles.blogspot.com/">The Winthrop Chronicles</a><br />
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I wanted to start sharing some of my favorite things with you. They may be crafts, tutorials, or products I love. I may also have a theme each week. This week it kind of a mix, with mostly baby stuff. Can you tell baby is on my mind? : ) Hopefully you will find some of these helpful.</div>
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1. This rocker makeover is from the Winthrop Chronicles, check out the tutorial <a href="http://thewinthropchronicles.blogspot.com/2013/04/glider-makeover.html">here.</a> </div>
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I have never thought of making over a glider this way, and ours really needs it! I can't wait to do something similar in our nursery.</div>
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2. How adorable is this light switch plate?! You can purchase it <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/graphicspaceswood?ref=seller_info">here.</a> It's that perfect little something extra in you little ones room.</div>
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3. I love Maybelline Baby lips gloss. It's basically a chapstick/gloss. I
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you don't need a mirror since the color is so light. It's amazing! It's super moisturizing, and color is awesome. It's a
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4. I love the muslin blankets that are so popular right now. I found this tutorial on Pinterest for this feather print one <a href="http://lighmyfirebaby.blogspot.com/">here</a>. There is also one on MADE, you can find it <a href="http://www.danamadeit.com/2012/03/celebrate-baby-tutorial-gauzey-swaddle-blankets.html">here</a>. I've read that you can find the material at Joann's for around $5/yard. <img alt="" border="0" height="210" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5722015657386667186" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-273WriGIKRc/T2iu7IHBbLI/AAAAAAAA2Vg/mMPaOU5xJH0/s320/a.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="320" /></div>
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I also love the ones by Aden and Anais ones you can purchase <a href="http://www.adenandanais.com/">here.</a> I love the peacock feather one, and those medallions are amazing!</div>
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5. Turban headbands on little girls. SO cute! I need to make some for my girls. I don't know if I'm brave enough, or trendy enough to wear one myself. There are a ton of tutorials on Pinterest for these. </div>
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So there you have it, my top 5 fav's for the week. Have a great weekend!</div>
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