Tank Top Onesie and Baby Shorts

I wanted to start keeping track of my sewing progress and projects I've made so it's high time I finally start getting around to recording an outfit I've made.  I think I've sewn as much for Ellie in her short life so far as I've sewn for Isaac since I discovered sewing clothes and started sewing for him (around a year I think?).

I think this is one of my favorite outfits I've sewn so far.  Possibly because I finally got smart and made matching shirt/shorts.  It is so nice not to have to hunt for another item of clothing to match one I've sewn.

First up is a cute baby onsie I made by combining Shwin Designs' Anytime At All Tee and the baby tank from MADE by Dana.  I love the tank top look and I think it was quicker sew since I only had to do bindings vs the normal collar and sleeves. The neck opening ended up being a little big, but I think she will grow into it nicely since I made the 6-9 month size and she is almost 5 months.  Next time I plan to extend the leg openings as they can be a bit of a tight squeeze with baby girls chubby thighs + cloth diapers. I may also add a small pleat in the back to compensate for the larger neck opening.

Up next are some baby shorts I made following this tutorial.  I ended up making the leg cuffs a bit smaller and adding a waistband.  I skipped the buttonholes since I didn't have any drawstring on had, but next time I think I would add it.

The headband is one I made for Ellie when she was a newborn and is definitely too small on her now, but I couldn't resist using it for pictures.  Hopefully I'll get around to making one in a bigger size soon.  I really just adore these simple bow headbands.

4 months with Ellie Joy

Ellie,

Last week you turned 4 months old on the same day as my birthday.  I enjoyed sharing that little milestone with you and it made me smile all day just thinking about it.  I can hardly believe we've had you in our lives for so long already, and yet it seems like you have always been a part of our little familly and it is hard to imagine life without you.

Over this past month you've went from a dream sleeper to getting up several times a night and always ending up in bed with us.  The doctor thought you might be getting two teeth so I'm wondering if that is the culprit. You have been drooling like crazy and you love to nom on my hand or anything in reach.

You've started giggling and I just cannot get enough of it.  When you spot Dad or Mom or big brother across the room you can't help but light up with the biggest smile.  You also had your first few baths with big brother and you just love it.  Today when I was filling up the tub I saw your eyes get big and a big grin on your face and I couldn't help but let you join even though you'd just had a bath yesterday.

You can still roll over from tummy to back and I can just see you are ready to roll over the other way, I think it is just a matter of discovering it for the first time.  You love to roll over to your side from your back whenever I lay you down to sleep so you are halfway there.

I remember being so unsure what I would do with a girl when we found out, but now I couldn't imagine not having you here.  I'm so thankful God chose to bless me with you as my daughter.

Love,
Mom

2 months with Ellie Joy

Dear Ellie,

You continue to bring joy to our lives and we just keep falling more in love with you. You love to dish out big grins these days and we can't get enough of them!  You also love watching your big brother and are easily entertained by him.

I didn't know what it was like to have an easy going baby till I had you.  You are generally happy to chill in your little crib or on the floor while I get a few things done and you've slept SO well at night since the beginning.  You love to thwart my shopping/leaving the house efforts and somehow always need to eat/be cranky/take a nap while we are at the store.  I guess you are just trying to save us money, huh?  You aren't a big fan of your carseat unless you are sleeping AND the car is moving and then it is fine.

This past month has included a few trips to the zoo, a few playdates, and your first trip to Nebraska for Isaac's birthday party where you meet all of your cousins (most for the first time!),

I am so thankful God blessed me with you as my daughter and I look forward to watching you grow more each day.

Love,
Mom

Project 365: Catching Up

Day 53

 "Eyes"

Day 54

 Love his smile and when he is silly

Day 55

 One last hurrah to try to get my diapers back in shape.  It worked!

Day 56

Took a peek in to check if he was still sleeping and found him looking a books.  Precious.

Day 57

Found a new great free outing at the Nature Center and can't wait to explore outside once it gets warmer!

Day 58

 Almost every night

Day 59

Our second go at painting and it was a success, besides the occasional tasting of the paint brush.

Day 60

Battling sickness in this house

Day 61

 Accomplishment for the day, getting up off the couch from watching "Thomie" to play with "Thomie"

Day 62

 I asked him to say cheese and this was his response (left).

Day 63

 I should really get better about using up my potatoes quickly

Day 65

 Thankful for naps during road trips to Nebraska

Day 66

 Getting his second hair cut and cousin time!

Day 67

 We enjoyed the nice weather and went to the park.  Such a nice treat to get my parents for company.

Day 68

Day 69

 So thankful that he'll take naps in the car when we are on the go.

Day 71

 I finally broke down and bought one of these magic bowls from Target so I can stop taping paper bags to make popcorn in the microwave.

Day 72

 Blowing bubbles and shaddows

Day 75

 Putting in new floors with my father in law.  I am in love and beyond happy to say goodbye to some of our carpet.

Day 76

This guy got a haircut. 

Project 365: Week 7

Day 44

 

Isaac discovering the fun of a glowstick (and me having fun with my camera settings!).

Day 47

 Enjoying outside and a few minutes of decent weather.

Day 48

 Eating "soupie" (his new favorite food to ask for) and asking to watch Signing Time.

Day 49

 I upcycled a pair of Caleb's old Kahki pants into a pair for Isaac using Titchy Threads free 2T skinny jeans pattern (find it here).  I am really happy with the result and these definitely go on Isaac right when they are clean so I can admire them. I've already made three pairs and I want to make more.  I think I'm addicted.

Day 50

 Creative play.  This boy loves his trains.

Project 365: Week 6

Day 38

 Throwing the ball for Hans and trying to avoid getting dressed

Day  40

 We love it when my parents come to visit...I just wish they didn't have to leave so soon!

Day 41

 Trains.  Everyday.  All day.

Day 43

 Playing with new train tracks and box kitty.

And days 37, 39, and 42, well, I got a little lazy plus add being sick equals no pictures.  Here is to hoping I do better next week!