If this doesn’t give you a serious case of the happies, you might be too far gone.
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My wee miss is almost EIGHT months old!
My wee girl is growing up! I can’t believe Aveline’s just days away from turning 8 months old. Sitting on our laps, to her, means standing up on the couch next to us. She crawls like the wind, cruises along furniture, never stops climbing whatever she can get her little toes to cling to, and has even stood up on her own a handful of times (albeit for a fleeting moment).
She know’s we’re her mama and papa, and while she’s a constant chatterbox, she doesn’t usually address us by name unless she’s in dire need of something. Then she yells out “MA MA MA MA! PA PA!” while crawling toward us at breakneck spread.
I sure love you, wee miss!
Aveline’s New Simple White Dress
After looking at all those beautiful early 1900’s baby clothes in yesterday’s post, I was determined to cross “sew Aveline a dress” off my list of creative goals.
I traced one of Aveline’s dresses onto paper, then used that paper as a pattern/guide to create this new dress. My mom had given me the white cotton, and I already had the daisy fabric (it was a little remmant I found on a sale rack). It’s a little summery, I know; but we live in Florida, so we’ll definitely still be wearing white after Labor Day.
I’m so happy with how it turned out! (Just please don’t inspect the stitching too closely.) As a very beginning sewer, this a big accomplishment to me — even though it might seem like no big deal the sew-my-family’s-entire-wardrobe-while-grinding-flour-from-the-wheat-berries-I-just-harvested types. ;-)
Gussy Sews Inspiration Workshop :: [Baby] Vintage
Today is my first time linking up with the weekly Gussy Sews Inspiration Workshop. Gussy Sews is hugely inspirational to me — she’s a Michigan girl living in the Twin Cities, who, after teaching herself to sew just three years ago, now runs a very successful handmade business! Each week she chooses a theme for the Inspiration Workshop, and bloggers everywhere participate by sharing their interpretation of that theme. Gussy says,
This week’s prompt is vintage. Do you have a favorite vintage piece of clothing or accessory? How about a favorite vintage shop? Or is there an old car you admire? The possibilities are endless…
Alrighty, then! Let’s get started. No big surprise that I’m interpreting vintage with a baby flair, right?
Reproduction of Vintage 1930s Girl’s White Cotton Dress
I’m especially drawn to the simple designs from the early 1900’s — the ’10s, ’20s, and ’30s. In fact, a very talented friend handmade Aveline a gorgeous little garment fashioned after a 1930’s dress.
Isn’t it lovely? It won’t fit her until she’s a little older, so until then it’s displayed on the wall in her room.
Vintage 1910s, 1920s, and 1930s Baby Dresses and Rompers
I just love old baby clothes. Have you ever browsed the Belle Heir website? It’s so easy to get lost amongst all the pretty vintage baby things. This 1935 number even has the same kind of pintucks as Aveline’s dress!
Here’s a linen romper from 1910 — such delicate embroidery! (That blue section you see around the goose is cross-stitched.)
Don’t you just love the black stitching on this 1930s peach gauze dress?
I like the subtle addition of color with the striped placket on this 1930s linen dress.
Another 1910-era cotton romper.
Vintage 1930s Knitting Patterns
It’s fun to imagine the little people who wore these outfits. The photographs on vintage patterns, like these 1930s Bairns-Wear Knitting Wools pieces from the Vintage Knitting Lady, give a little peek into what the wee girls and boys might have looked like. I gotta admit the recurring appearance of nuns made me giggle.
Now I’m completely and totally inspired to make Aveline a dress like I mentioned in my creative goals for the remainder of 2011. Off to look through my stack of fabric!
Exhausted but Thankful
I’ve been exhausted this past week. I feel so worn-out, but I suppose know it’s my own fault. (Mom, don’t read this next part). I’ve not been diligent about taking my Floravital Iron, and as a result I’m feeling especially anemic. Bleah. You’d think I’d have learned my lesson by now, but noooo.
But, this morning, I’m thankful for so many things.
I’m thankful Hurricane Irene has shifted away from Florida.
I’m thankful the weekend is just around the corner (we have big plans to watch movies and lounge on the couch).
I’m thankful for the sales I’ve had on Facebook and through Etsy.
I’m thankful for coffee, this news that coffee prices are dropping, and a husband who makes me a strong cuppa every morning before he leaves for work.
And of course, I’m thankful for my wonderful little sweet pea.
I could go on and on — what are you thankful for this morning?
Wordless Wednesday :: Boho Feathered Baby & More
MONDAY’S PRETTY THINGS
Happy Monday! Today marks the launch of a brand-new weekly series here on Oaxacaborn: Monday’s Pretty Things! Hope you enjoy this little dose of loveliness.
Orange and Aqua Baby Shower via Lovely Little Details
I saw the above photo on Pinterest, and then went over to Lovely Little Details to see more. Oh my goodness! What a stunning party. You must view the other stunning baby shower images. I’ve never seen anything like it!
Fabric Creatures via Rain & Shine // Umbrella Prints
These whimsical creatures caught my eye. Aren’t they fun? Umbrella Prints hosted a contest to see what people would make from fabric trimmings. I loved these little animals; check out the other beautiful projects fashioned from fabric scraps.
Tribal Ethnic Tote Bag via Luxury Lanna Crafts
I really like Hmong textiles. (Did you see the adorable Hmong baby outfit I posted a while ago?) This pretty bag was sewn from a vintage Hmong baby carrier. There are so many more amazing Hmong textile bags in this Etsy shop — go look! I wanted to post them all.
Thai Embroidery Bag via KinderKamer on Bloesem Kids
I saw this Thai embroidered bag on Bloesem Kids. It’s a photo from one of the many gorgeous nurseries/kids’ rooms styled by Dutch interior designer KinderKamer. I love her portfolio — she has so many good ideas!
Woman with Lavender via Fuori Burgo
One thing I really miss about California is the lavender growing everywhere. There are few aromas more beautiful than the smell of fresh lavender, hot under the valley sun. Isn’t this picture from Fuori Borgo just gorgeous?
Lavender Bouquets from Seattle Boathouse Wedding on Ruffled
And finally, from Ruffled, these lavender bouquets are some of the loveliest wedding bouquets I’ve seen! I think the burlap and twine pairs absolutely perfectly with the lavender.
Stay tuned next week for more of Monday’s Pretty Things!
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