Martha!

The new season of Martha starts today! I'm so excited to have some new episodes to watch. Here's a link to Martha's Blog. Also tomorrow her daughter's show, Whatever, Martha! starts on the Fine Living Network. I listen to Whatever! with Alexis and Jennifer on my Sirius radio and love it. I've even called in before. I know- I'm a geek.

Anyway, just thought I'd share.

Melissa

I'm Back!

I’m Back!

After a much needed break during August I’m back! It was really nice taking the whole month of August off. I did make a few things for friends and taught some sewing classes but for the most part I took it easy and enjoyed our end of summer.

Here are some updates and pictures….

My new favorite thing- make your own button kit!



I made some buttons for these cute pin cushions I made. I think they turned out cute!



A few months ago I mentioned I bought some cute fabric on ebay to make an outfit for my youngest. It was Lego fabric and the print was a little larger then I expected but I still like it. I made him some pants and a shirt. These pictures aren’t that great- as soon as I pull out the camera he tries running away and puts his hands up like I’m the paparazzi or something. He did wear it to Legoland a few weeks ago but we ate chicken nuggets when we first got there and he stained the shirt and I didn’t get any good pics.





On a personal note we’ve had a big week. My first baby started First Grade last week! He really likes it but I miss him during the day. When we get to school he can’t wait to get away from me and if I try to remind of something that he needs to give the teacher, etc. he says “I know Mom!” Ah, payback time I guess 

First Day of School


Outside his new classroom


Wow- my own desk!


And lastly, my DH and I got to go on a long weekend trip away from the kids! We flew to Chicago to watch our alma mater, San Diego State, play Notre Dame. Don’t ask me why were playing them- we just got beat by Cal Poly who I didn’t even know had a football team, a few weeks ago. We were supposed to be blown out and we did end up losing but we were actually winning a good part of the game! We had so much fun. We went with a group of friends and took a party bus to South Bend. We had a nice steak dinner and I didn’t have to cut up anyone’s meat. It was heaven. Of course where do we do the bulk of our shopping? The Lego Store on the Magnificent Mile of course! Being Irish and Catholic I was excited to see the Notre Dame campus and all the tradition they have. I wish my parents had told me how important it is to go to a school with a good football team! I will be sure to instill that with my kids! Just kidding of course…sorta LOL!

Our fun group of Aztecs


DH and I enjoying the game


“Touchdown Jesus”


Look! We’re winning!


And still winning!


Thanks for looking! I promise to post more often.

Melissa

Rest In Peace

Sorry I haven't posted lately, my Father-In-Law passed away last week. We are all just really sad and remembering our good times with him. Here are some of the last pictures we took at my SIL's wedding in May. He was so happy twirling her around the dance floor during the father-daughter dance. That's how I'll remember him.





Melissa

Back to School

I just finished all of these last night. I love how this Back To School Apple shirt turned out. I know I said I wasn't going to post on ebay but I think I might list a few of these. I'll have to do a quick turnaround since schools will be starting in the next few weeks.



Bibs and Burp Cloths in my new surfboard fabric plus the matching floral print that goes with it.







Melissa

Been Working Hard- Part 2

Been Working Hard – Part 2

More stuff I’ve been working on the last few weeks.

Lot’s of burpies…














Hand towel with this fabric I love



Cute “Beach Babe” onesie

Been Working Hard

Here's some recent stuff I've been working on. I'm taking a little break and won't be listing anything on ebay for the month of August. I have some other projects I'm working on and want to try to make some new stuff. If your a current customer I will be happy to take your order- just email me at sandiegobeachbaby@cox.net.
Thanks!

Recently I posted a cute UCLA set I made- here's a USC one. I also have similar fabric for Cal. These would make great gifts with football season coming up!





Cute Onesie Set I made for my friend's sister's baby shower. I've had these jungle animals forever and am glad I finally had a reason to use them. I also have elephants, giraffe, hippo, lion and more.



Knight shirt for my friend's son's birthday



My friend had me embroider this plain white dress for her daughter's birthday. I found this really cute butterfly set. Her daughter is turning two and so I added a subtle touch.





Cute butterfly applique shirt for my friend.



More to come- thanks for looking!
Melissa

Going Green

Here's a fun craft project I did recently with the kids. We decorated canvas bags to take to the grocery store. My oldest is very concerned about plastic bags getting into the ocean and hurting the whales and dolphins. I think it's so sweet that he wants to do something to help the environment at such a young age!

I bought these canvas bags at cheaptotes.com. They also sell plain canvas bags at craft stores like Michaels (don't forget your coupon!). I just used regular craft paint and foam stamps for the kids. I also sprayed some Scotchgard on them. I don't know if they will do well being washed. If you are concerned about that you might want to use fabric paint. I placed some cardboard inside the bag when we put stamped them so it wouldn't bleed through to the other side.

For the bags I made I used real fruit as stamps. It didn't come out as well as I had hoped but the citrus one is ok (I used oranges, lemons and limes). The other one used apples and pears. I think one made with handprints would be fun too.

It's messy but fun! Let me know if you try it!

Ryan getting ready to stamp


My homemade fruit stamps


Ryan's bag


Kyle's bag


My citrus bag


My apple/pear bag


Melissa