Family and Sewing Updates

So I totally forgot to announce the gender of our sweet new baby on this blog! Ready?

Another son will be joining this zoo crew and we couldn't be more thrilled. My how teeny tiny these clothes look to me, and I never thought I'd be shopping for little blue things again, much less making them! God is so good!

And in slightly less pressing news, ha, I'm still deciding if I'll be able to take any custom orders for Spring, but I know I'm definitely planning on making some things now to bulk up my inventory. I'll be offering lots of sizes and fabrics, so you'll have lots of options.

And aaaaand... I'm thinking of opening up a second shop dedicated to little boy clothes and accessories. Any thoughts? Interest? I've already been sewing up a storm here and hope to list some items either at the new place, or at Rose and Ruffle. I'd love to hear your thoughts. =)

That's it for the moment. I was supposed to be taking the day off today, but... I ended up doing lots of different things, all of which made me really happy, so I guess that's what matters, right? I'm doing some posts on the other blog about organizing and setting up our home, so check over there if you want to read some house updates.

Halloween Sewing: Laura Ingalls Wilder

I meant to blog this before December. Oops.

Isabelle and I read through the Little House books this year so it was no surprise to me that she'd want to dress up as Laura for Halloween. I was about her age when I did the same thing. =) I ended up using a blouse pattern (because I loved the wide collar) and extending it into dress length. With the apron I just sort of winged it...ha ha, literally- I used the technique from my nightgown tutorial for the angel wing straps. The back had a two-button closure- pretty easy.

I found the pail at WalMart. It was perfect! Although little miss stared at it and declared it too small to hold all the candy she was dreaming of. I pointed out that it was actually much larger than her little purple treat bag** she usually uses. Kids. Ha!

Our two youngest with Dad; the older two stay home to hand out candy or hang out with friends. There was no sewing involved for my hockey star. I sure am glad I'll get the chance to make more little costumes for the next few years!

And with Mama...and baby  =)

**Here's her little bag. I used puff paint- super fun and easy. All our kids used theirs for years and years, and the paint stayed on perfectly. Now I'll get to make another one!!!!!!

Click HERE if you want to read an update on our surprise pregnancy. Have a great day!

Flannel Nightgowns at Rose and Ruffle

Oh dear. It's been a long time since I posted here. Just wanted to pop in and announce two things:

1. We are expecting!!! Yes, a baby, due in early April. This is the main reason for my lack of blogging and pretty much everything else. But I'm beginning to feel better and have started to sew again...yay!

2. I'm able to take a limited number of orders for toddler and little girls' flannel nightgowns. Click on the link below for details.

Rose & Ruffle

Thanks so much for your support!

Birthday Sale at Rose and Ruffle- Get 20% Off

Good morning! I can't believe it, the day is finally here...my baby boy turns sixteen today! And I'm in the mood to celebrate, so I'm offering 20% OFF all ready to ship items in the shop, all day long!

Coupon code is CELEBRATE20 and it expires at midnight, so don't miss out!

Thank you as always for your support!

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