Tiger, Tiger

Well, it seems that it was time for another baby shower and, yes, another Corey Bubble by Maja's Heirlooms! I'm pretty sure that you all think this is the only thing I'm capable of making, but they are super easy and so cute! I just can't resist! Plus, the more you make, the better you get at making them. I'm pretty sure this is the best one I've constructed so far!

The smocking plate is Tiny Tigers by Chris Pearce. I had a hard time finding it online, so if you come across it at a smocking store, be sure to pick it up. It's absolutely the most adorable tiger I've ever seen! It's so much fun to make with several bullions and french knots.

But, for now, I promise: I will not post another Corey Bubble. At least for a bit! I'm finishing up a few other goodies that I can't wait to share, and I'm sure you'll all love! xoxo Hannah

Trick-or-Treat

Last Saturday, Matthew and I hosted our annual Halloween Costume Party! Many of our great friends showed up to watch the unfortunate Auburn/LSU game and enjoy Matthew's Award Winning Thousand Dollar Chili! I didn't get a picture of everybody's costume, but below are a few pics from the crazy night!

Ken and Sissy Barham as "Ken & Barbie"

Shane and Francis Franks as "The Big Bad Wolf and Little Red Riding Hood"

Brigitte and Brian Ashley as "Homecoming King and Queen"

Vanessa & Eric Kleypas as "Juno & Bleeker"

Our costume contest winners, Katie and Neil Wilder as "Cactus & Senior Nacho"

And, last but not least, me and Matthew as a "Greek Goddess and Roman Soldier"

We had a great time! And, believe me....no one went home hungry!!
Happy Halloween! xoxo Hannah

Whoo-Who

My wonderful sister, Audrey, saw an article in the October issue of Southern Living with these adorable Easy Owl-Ween Treats. She made them for the kids in her neighborhood for Halloween.

I thought it would be a yummy dessert for my monthly Supper Club with the girls. So, I recruited my sister-in-law Abbie to help assemble. I think I'll hire her again....she did an excellent job!

If Only...

I had the time, I would learn how to knit! Then, I would make this adorable Pumpkin Patch Hat from youcanmakethis.com.

I think the little outfit is pretty cute, too! Happy Falloween! :)

Heather Bailey's Favorite Knot

If you're an avid sewer like myself, you're aware of the occasional "hand-sewing" that is required by most projects. It could be anything from a button to a hem, but most projects do require using the old-school needle and thread. Unfortunately, I'm not the best thread-knotter! I have always struggled with it...that is, until I became a fan of the wonderful fabric designer, Heather Bailey!

She has a tutorial on her blog (yes, isn't that sad *L*) for those of us who need an quick and easy answer to the knot! It has really saved my life, especially with smocking. So, definitely check it out! You'll be glad you did!

It's A Boy!

Our great friends, Brian and Brigitte Ashley, announced last week at a surprise "Coming-Out" Dinner Party, that they will be having a baby boy! His name is William "Banks" Ashley. He already sounds so smart and sophisticated! I can't wait to spoil him rotten!!

Another friend, Anna Hovey, made these adorable shortbread cookies in both pink & blue. So, Brigitte and Brian stuck their hands inside a bag and pulled out the blue cookies to tell us all their wonderful news! It was such a cute idea and we were tickled-blue to be included!

Since we didn't know what sex to expect, Matthew and I took a boy onesie and a girl onesie. Both were designed by Leigh Hinton. Be sure to check out her Facebook page and become her friend and fan! She's got lots of hand-dyed onesies in different sizes, perfect for such an occasion as this! I liked this one for a boy because it looks like a little deer, perfect for a future sportsman!

And, here's the proof! It's a little hard to read, but the arrow points to the jewels!! Congratulations again to the proud parents! xoxo hannah

Ag Hill Grazers 2009

This year we decided to host our own Auburn tailgate along with some of our dearest friends. I've uploaded some photos from last week, so enjoy...and, WAR EAGLE!!

Since I now work at the university, it's our job to rope-off our tailgate spot on Friday afternoon. So, out of convenience more than anything, we picked the grassy lawn in front of Comer Hall at the College of Ag. And, boy did we luck up! We're right under a beautiful magnolia tree next to the parking lot, so we get to watch the televisions in the shade! It's so amazing!!

My sister, Audrey, painted these pots! Aren't they beautiful? She's so talented!

Little miss, Parker Pate, loves her jewelry...and mine, too! She managed to try on my necklace while I was wearing it!

Vanessa Kleypas, her sister Angie, and Angie's fiancee, Joe. They brought cookies & made vanilla ice cream....yummy!

The Dixon girls + 1 = FUN! Glad they could enjoy the day with us!

Our very own tailgate mamas! Anna Pate and Brigitte Ashley, and their bumps! Both are due in February and we couldn't be more excited! Lot's of sewing to do for these little angels!

Last, but not least, Parker giggling! She's so cute!