Wedding Season

Wedding season is quickly approaching. As of today, we have been invited to 6 weddings. I'll be kicking off the season by attending my friend's bachelorette party this weekend. I'm not a fan of the typical cheap & tacky veils (decorations, games, "straws", etc.) that girls wear when they go out for their party. So, I made this headband for my friend to wear as an alternative. I know that bachelorette parties are suppose to be wild and raunchy, but what's wrong with cute and classy?

Happy Birthday Joe! 4-9-2010

This is my first attempt with fondant. I made this cake in the two hours I had after work before Joe arrived home. I bought the pre-made and colored fondant from Hobby Lobby and just used the ever trusty cake mix from a box. I do like how it looks, not too keen on the taste of the fondant, but great tasting wasn't really my goal since neither Joe nor I are huge cake eaters. I printed the Sox logo from my computer and cut it out, pressed the pieces onto the rolled fondant, and used a small Exacto to cut the frosting. I do wish the fondant tasted better to me, because it does have a striking affect.

Ribbons & Headbands & Bows...Oh My

Pinafore

This pattern is actually for an infant dress, but I think it makes a really cute toddler top. I used I Love This Cotton yarn from Hobby Lobby. It's nice and soft, but does seem to get a little fuzzy with wear, but it hangs well.

For Like Ever

Yes, it has been awhile since I've posted anything and my sister has been on my back to get some new shots of the redhead posted. I just finished up a 12 week substitute position, that took up quite a bit of my time. That, combined with the uninspiring Chicago weather, has kept me from attending to my blog. But the weather has changed and I am home once again, so here we are.

Unfortunately, we did have to say goodbye to Cain. He had lost all mobility. The decision was difficult, because although he couldn't walk at all, his personality was still there and he never refused food or drink. But laying on his side is no way for a 125lb dog to live. Joe and I know he's running around right now and eating as much steak and kleenex as he can. (It was gross, but that dog did fancy the tissues. We would catch him pulling them out of the box!) We aren't sure if Eleanor really understands that he is gone. She hasn't developed much verbally, so she can't tell us if she misses him or if she's looking for him. However, when we were out for breakfast the other day I got out my camera to distract her while we waited and she looked at pictures of Cain and her. All of a sudden she started crying. I don't know for sure if it was because of the pictures, but I couldn't figure out what else could have brought on her tears. She has made up for the lack of dog around here though by deciding to torture the kitty full time.