One More Pillow!

This pillow was a fun one to do, because I took a pillow I already had and just topstitched my fabric to the front! Of course, this would not be a good idea on a pillow that gets a lot of action, but for a bed or an unused bench, this works great. Instant edge fringe without all the work :)

As you can see, today I have been busy finishing up some of my projects. I am very happy to have my new curtains finished and two pillows like the one shown below. The large pillow on the couch has a matching one just like it on the other couch in the room. The seat cushion has some of my grandmother Strang's old black buttons on it. I love to use her old things whenever I can in my decorating. This color scheme is new for me, I'm trying to get used to it. I hope to add a few new things and put a few things away to make it all work together. My goal is to create a lighter feel for spring and summer. We'll see...

More Decorating Fun

More Decorating Fun

A "Girls" Weekend

Well, my weekend with my two oldest girls was just a blast! We shopped all day Saturday for Emily's wedding gown. Her Mother-In-Law to be, Robin came along with us and we had such a fun day. Emily looked so pretty in everything she tried on, it was hard for her to choose. But in the end she narrowed it down to two very beautiful gowns and finally made her choice. Of course, it is sooooo beautiful and perfect for Emily's special day. The whole weekend was great as we talked, talked, talked, looked through bridal magazines, ate, drank coffee, sat in the hot tub and kissed little Gwendolyn and Gabriel when they were around. I guess my favorite thing of the whole weekend was just watching my girls together. AnnaMae was such a good helper and encourager and Emily was very thoughtful of all of us as we focused on wedding details. The weekend ended with morning coffee at Starbucks with Cody and Emily before Emily went back to work, Cody home after two full days of work and me off to the drive home. Cody was so cute and excited about the details of the weekend. I think Emily has made a great choice, in her dress and in her future husband.