A Baby Blanket

I admit, I'm the type of girl who likes fast, easy, get it done in a nap-time-length type of projects.  My patience when it comes to sewing is limited (a weakness I'd like change). That being said, I was pretty proud of myself for actually putting together a blanket with more than two pieces. (Besides the T-Shirt Quilt I made for Brian for Christmas, which just about killed me). I got the fabric when we were in Phoenix a few months ago. SAS is one of my favorite fabric stores. It is a bit chaotic shopping there, because you literally have to dig in cardboard boxes to find anything good. And when you do find something worthy, there is no guarantee there will be more when you go back. This past time I went, I had Eden in tow and I was sweating trying to juggle her and find things! But I did score. This blanket probably cost me $5 to make. The flannel was $2/yard and the minky-type fabric was $2.50 for a giant piece (and I only used half of it). Can't wait to wrap up our new baby in it!

Boppy Cover

Aren't boppies wonderful? I was given a well used one, which was in great need of a new cover. I wasn't about to spend the outrageous amount they go for at the store, so I decided to make my own. Such a simple project. Click here for a good tutorial. I substituted velcro for the zipper (because I hate doing zippers!) You can slip it off and wash it if needed (and by "if" I mean "when" you need to).

Diaper Changing Pad

A friend of mine made me one of these for my first baby and I used it all the time. So, I thought I'd make one for my sister's new baby. I just made a copy of the one I already had using some scrap fabric and vinyl, but here's a good tutorial if you'd like more specifics (mine isn't exactly the same, but it gives you a good idea.