On Homemade Things

I am lucky to have some very creative people in my life.  I (and my family) truly benefit from their talents.  Take a look!

Tom and I have been working on finishing our basement since we moved into the house.  Once the walls, paint, floor, and trim were in place, we loaded the room with furniture and more kid toys.  Then we hung up some wall decorations.  But there is a lot of wall space down there and it needed something else.  So, we asked Tom's sister, Christine, to make us some canvas wall hangings.  She did that....and more.

Thank you, Christine.  The basement now looks complete!

For Colleen's birthday, I received a special gift from my mom.  A cloth timeline with the text messages that were passed back and forth between my family members while I was in labor.  What a neat way to remember a day that will forever be so important to me.  And, to be able to see it through the eyes of the people I love makes it incredibly special.  In addition, my mom also made a beautiful quilt that you can see here.

Thanks, mom.  I read it often!

My best friend Jennifer is one of the most talented people I know.  She is the type of person who, when she can't find a Christmas tree topper she likes, spends an afternoon making one herself.  I love this about her.  In her recent package she mailed me for my 30th birthday, she also sent a pair of slippers she made for Colleen.  Colleen hasn't worn them much yet as they are a little big, but I can't wait to see her walking around in them.

Thank you, Jen!  I miss getting together to be crafty!

Tom's mom has made several sewn gifts including a toy bag which we use each day taking items to and from daycare.  She also has made Colleen two taggies.  One before she was born that is gender neutral and then the one pictured below that is a bit more girly.  While this picture is from a few months ago, she still likes her taggie and is sleeping with it tonight!

Thanks Andrea!  I know Colleen loves these!

While this picture doesn't do it justice, take a look at the afghan that Tom's Aunt Mary Ann made for Colleen.  I can't imagine the hours she spent creating it.  But it's the perfect crib blanket and Colleen loves each night when Tom tosses the blanket over her face and she laughs as she pulls it down.

Aunt Mary Ann, it's beautiful.  Thank you!

These aren't the only homemade gifts we've received.  And I want to thank everyone who has gotten us gifts-homemade or store bought-they are all greatly appreciated.  It is so nice of you to think of us!