Baby Showers...

Why can't I be the type of person that receives their baby shower invite, goes to the store, prints the registry, and shops away? Well, basically, that would be way to easy and it wouldn't require hours upon hours of my time, right? Hmmm.

I guess I just love to create the gift! I love the personal touch. I love the effort it takes. I love that the recipient knows (somewhat) the extent you went to in order to sew/craft the perfect gift just for them!

There is just something special about handmade products. I am SO passionate about this subject that I could scream it from the mountain tops! Not just because I love it, but because I believe there is real value in a hobby. Something that makes you smile or simply just gives you an escape. Whether it is sewing, making jewelry, DIY projects, or quilting - whatever it may be. It's a craft, a love, a passion to pass on to future generations. These are talents that are being forgotten and replaced with phones, computers, and SELFIES!

Now, that I'm off my rant, I thought I would share my latest project in which I am officially in love with. After contemplating my fabric choices and how I could change things up a bit I started scouring the fabric section of JoAnns. I came across a charcoal grey linen and I seriously don't think I can stay away now. I'M IN LOVE folks. I feel that it has a beautiful and classy look to it.

I loosely based the outfit on this tutorial but ended up winging it and adding pants and such.

Size 12-18 Months.

Camera Strap Cover

Within the last 6 months or so I have discovered camera strap covers. Now, I don't actually own a camera that this would fit. However, my mother-in-law does and I made her one for her birthday in the summer. She loved it!

So, I found this tutorial and have been making them ever since. You can find a few of my creations in my Etsy shop on the right.  

Thought I would share this really great, in depth tutorial if any of you are thinking of making your own! They are so fun, quick to make, and easy to customize. Definitely something the photographer in your life would adore!