First Round of Pillowcases

On Saturday, a friend of mine and myself got together to make our first round of pillowcases. We originally got the idea from an organization called Conkerr Cancer. This is a wonderful organization. You basically just make these bright and fun pillowcases for children with cancer. Our Joyful Stitchers Ministry is going to meet tomorrow to learn how to make the pillowcases. It is our hope to put a little extra smile on their faces during the difficult trials of their lives. So I was looking for a local drop off for our pillowcases. They only have 2 locations in NC and we were really hoping to possibly do something locally. We may branch out later but for now I think we need to just get our feet wet. So I contacted our children's hospital locally and they are very excited about our project. She even said that she would let us take a tour of the children's hospital on the day of our first drop-off. I am so excited and can't wait to start making more pillowcases!

Weekly Update

It has been quite a busy week. Since Abby has made the softball team, she has been having practice five days a week. She is absolutely loving all of it. The exercise is always a big plus and she loves the time with her friends.

Caroline has been busy with her school work and hanging out with her friends. Her teacher has commented on how well she is doing in school. She has been working on a powerpoint presentation of China. It amazes me how much these little kids can do.

Mattie has been into everything and keeps her mama and daddy on their toes. She loves the outdoors and tries to escape every chance she gets. She is doing well with her speech therapy and is a quick learner. Her speech teacher has some great things planned for the future. We are also looking into adding play therapy into her schedule. I think this will also help her communication skills. She really doesn't play much with her toys. Her favorite activity involves the t.v. remote control, a cell phone, the computer, and emptying drawers. She rarely plays with any of her toys for more than 2 minutes. She has picked up a stomach bug so we are home today. The week before last, she had pink eye and the start of her first ear infection. The joys of having a child in daycare.

I've been quite busy myself too and it is getting ready to get even busier. I am starting choir practice again this Sunday. We have also started a sewing group at church called Joyful Stitchers. Last night, we started with the basics on how to use a sewing machine. We are looking into a future project for charity. It is called Conkerr Cancer: A Case for Smiles. We will be making bright cheerful pillowcases for children who are in the hospital with cancer. I am really looking forward to this project.

My First Bloggy Giveaway!

Hooray! I am having my first bloggy giveaway. As I posted earlier, I love these little crayon keepers. How perfect with some children in school and others getting ready to start. So if you would like to enter my giveaway, all you have to do is leave a comment. I will draw a winner on Aug. 9th. We are going on vacation and I will have no computer access for 7 days! So this will give plenty of time for anyone who wants to leave me a comment. Spread the word and good luck!

Note* Crayons are not included since I'm afraid they will melt when shipping.*

Sew Busy

Over the last 2 weeks I've been "sew" busy making some fun things. I love to sew and I would love to have a sewing room just for me. My mom has the best sewing room. I have to drag my stuff out every time I want to sew. We just don't have a lot of space unless I made my girls room together. I would like to keep my sanity so that will not happen. So anyway, I've taken over the dining room table. Every night I move all my stuff so that we can eat as a family. This will work for the summer but when we go back to school that will become our homework table. There won't be much time for sewing either...more reason why I'd love to have a room. SO what have I been making? Take a look.

This is a shopping cart cover. I bought the pattern when I was pregnant and finally made it. Now Mattie can stay germ free.

I love these little crayon holders! They roll up and tie keeping the crayons safe and snug. Caroline picked the fabric for this one.

This was my practice one.

I needed new chair pads badly. These really only cost me time since my mom already had the fabric. I recycled the stuffing from the last ones. I'm going to do the same for the pillows.

What is next? You'll see. I'm planning on doing a bloggy giveaway very soon! So be on the look out!