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A favorite handmade gift for baby

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:19:00 +0000

My mom and grandma refer to babies as "little bits". I love making these bibs as gifts for new babies and their mamas. It's my Buster Bib pattern in the small size. (Sorry, I'm not currently selling anything right now.)

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Easter, and I'm feeling like the bionic woman.

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:44:00 +0000

Hi there.

Here are my kids on Easter Sunday.

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hello...anyone there?

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:34:00 +0000

Hello. My name is Chris and I used to blog a lot, but then life got really crazy...and it's been a few weeks.

This post is mostly for those who noticed my absence and checked up on me (thank you!).
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Purse for me + zippy pouch

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 22:10:00 +0000

Did I mention I made a new purse?

When Anna introduced her Sidekick tote pattern, I knew I'd want to try it. When I found out last November that I'd need to carry extra stuff with me, it was time.
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Sweetheart Placemats Tutorial + Real Napkins

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 18:02:00 +0000

Here's my latest "late, but at least I finished it", gift.

We had several weddings that we were invited to over Christmas...{I told you I was late}...and I finally got their gifts made and in the mail. I thought a romantic evening at home would be more fun with pretty placemats and napkins, and this is the result. Feel like making some too?
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Mom's Go Anywhere Bag

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:44:00 +0000

Sorry for the unintended absence. Work related travel + diabetes = life totally out of kilter for at least two weeks.

Getting back to my homemade Christmas gift parade, I am so excited to show you my mom's tote bag.
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Travel Organizer for the Auto

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 17:00:00 +0000

My brother and his wife have several extended travel plans this coming year, and asked for something to help keep the back seat tidy for their Christmas gift. This is what I came up with:

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All was bright.

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 19:27:00 +0000

It really was.

The extended blogging break was nice also...unplanned, but nice.
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Paper Plate Christmas Tree Garland

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:05:00 +0000

To begin, may I offer my heart-felt love and support to all those who've been affected by the events in New Town, CT. It is a bitter reminder that life is precious. I hope the following post might give you an idea of something fun to do with your little ones...and hold them even closer.

Dolly needed something fun to do the other day. I had seen THIS idea on pinterest, and thought it would be fun to try.
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Christmas Tid-Bits 2012

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 16:56:00 +0000

Hi all.

It's that busy, wonderful time. I've been stitching up a storm in my spare minutes, and enjoying decorating our new home for Christmas.

Our Christmas tree is covered with memories.
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Blessed with Aqua Sky + Healthy Hot Cocoa Mix Recipe

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 17:03:00 +0000

>>>>>>>>>This is not a sponsored post....I just had to share my good fortune>>>>>>>>>

Big title...I know. There's been a few silver linings to this whole diabetes mess. In trying to find healthy recipes, I found Maria Emmerich's blog and had my very narrow low-carb world opened up a lot. I also discovered Swerve Sweetener. Most sugar replacement products don't agree with my tummy, but Swerve is different, and has made a big difference for me.

Well, long story short, Swerve sponsored a giveaway on Maria's blog for a Kitchenaid Mixer. And I won. I still am in a bit of shock. I got to pick my color, so this Aqua Sky beauty now lives on my counter.

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Twine Pom Pom Garland Tutorial

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 21:27:00 +0000

I'm not sure if you remember or not, but a while back I discovered that cotton twine makes fantastic pom poms with really fun texture.

I figured out a way to make my new favorite pom pom into a garland for our Christmas tree. Want to try one too?
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Thankful for Family

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 16:50:00 +0000

Although travel with kiddos is always a bit crazy, we are so glad we made the effort to visit my Arizona family for Thanksgiving last week.

Traveling with family is love in motion.
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Yummy French Toast for Guests

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 17:31:00 +0000

Due to some unexpected life circumstances, I am pulling out a guest post I wrote last fall. It's a yummy recipe I shared with Stacey at Boy, Oh Boy, Oh Boy.

I actually was given this recipe in a cookbook about 14 years ago. One of those great church lady recipe books with the homey recipes.

It's called McCoy's Mill French Toast. Let me preface by saying I'm not a food blogger, and the day I made this it was rainy and cold, which is perfect for a warm gooey dinner, but not so much for photos. It was just too good not to share!
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Family Reunion Dress

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:14:00 +0000

I never did show you how the dress I made for Big Sister came out.

I didn't think about how the dark brown fabric would show up on camera...so this is the best I could do!
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Ruffled Pillowcase Apron Tutorial

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 23:50:00 +0000

I actually designed this apron over a year ago...but wanted to make a few more before I wrote the instructions. My how some things have changed...

and funny how I was wearing the same shirt!
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Halloween 2012

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 01:38:00 +0000

Better late than never...

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Sundance Catalog Inspired Clock Revamp

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 15:07:00 +0000

Sometimes things just turn out like you hope. This is one of those projects!

What a difference paint can make.
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I love October.

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 14:55:00 +0000

A fun photo essay of things going on around the Pickup household this week.

It's a lovely golden October morning here in Southern Idaho.
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Give Thanks.

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 19:37:00 +0000

Last weekend, I was able to watch church services in my bed. It was pretty awesome.

So while I listened, I doodled.

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Ayashe Blouse for Dolly

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 18:36:00 +0000

I finally sewed. It's literally been over a month since I was able to take my sewing machine out.

My mama has arranged for a big family picture tomorrow (you know, coordinating colors etc)...and I just finished this blouse for Dolly literally minutes ago. Life's been super busy lately.
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Halloween Round-up

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 16:44:00 +0000

Here is a round up of all my previous Halloween and Autumn posts in one place for you all.

I've shared some fun projects to do with and for kiddos.
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Adventures in Low Carb Cooking

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 16:42:00 +0000

I thought I'd share some fun recipes I've been experimenting with as I try to control my blood sugar through diet.

It's been an adventure. :)
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Lima Bean Wreath + DIY Wreath Form

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 18:32:00 +0000

I am slowly working on some art work and fun things for our dining room wall. (We've also been putting in sprinklers and finishing that room downstairs!) I'd seen this sweet wreath on pinterest, and wanted to try my own version.

I just loved the texture!

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DIY Lettering Design

noreply@blogger.com (chris) — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 23:19:00 +0000

About a month ago (right after the diabetes/dead computer fiasco), a cute reader asked if I'd design some capital letters to compliment my Modern Letter Applique Design.

It took me a few days this week to pull it all together, but here's peek into how I design my letters.
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