Thursday, May 19, 2011

A Beautiful Easter - Creations by Michie Pleated Bubble

Even though Easter has passed by, (please forgive me for being late...again!) I still wanted to showoff Gunnar's first Easter outfit.
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I knew I wanted to use the ecru tatting on white batiste and I knew I wanted him to wear a bubble, so the Creations by Michie Pleated Bubble #102 was a perfect pick. I've used Michie's patterns before and I absolutely love them! They are easy to read and understand and the finished product is always beautiful.
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One thing I had not considered was a bib. And these days, a bib is necessary because G's drool is out of control! But, it couldn't be just any bib. I wanted it to be a special heirloom. So, I decided it was about time that I learned shadow embroidery. Again, Michie is great. I used her Heirloom Embroidery Book and within a couple of hours, I'd mastered it...the D at least!
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Easter this year was very special. After church, we spent the day with Matthew's parents and enjoyed G's mini photo shoot. Thank you Lord for giving me this wonderful blessing... xoxo Hannah

Monday, May 2, 2011

Toomers for Tuscaloosa



The tornado disaster from last week has left our "Sweet Home Alabama" very emotional. With the death toll now at 342, and still rising, we are now joining forces around the state to help with relief efforts in Tuscaloosa and the surrounding areas. Here in Auburn, a Facebook page called
Toomers for Tuscaloosa has been established to help inform people of ways to help with donations and to gather volunteers. Please join if you are eager to contribute.

My family was very fortunate. The only loss my mother had in Huntsville was electricity. But, as uncomfortable as that may be, it is nothing compared to the heartache felt by many across the southeast. Our hearts and prayers are with all of the victims who are coping with the devastation as they begin to heal. Please continue to keep Alabama in your prayers.