Monster Tooth Pillow

I am not sure who was more nervous about today's trip to the dentist Me or Evan.  Evan had to have two of his baby teeth pulled because they were not loose at all!  It was quick and easy.  He didn't cry, but the same can not be said for me.  I had tears forming in my eyes, but held them back.  These were the first teeth that my first born (almost 7) has lost. It was  bittersweet moment.  I am sad to see him growing up so fast, but I LOVE watching him change into a big kid!

                       
I have been waiting for over a year for him to lose a tooth because I made him this cute Monster Tooth Pillow.  The long thread blog gives an excellent easy to follow tutorial.  She has included the pattern and supply list.  I purchased all the supplies for less than $5.  It would have cost even less if I would have had any left over polyfill.

Check out our 8 Pocket Utility Aprons for Teachers and Hairdressers (and others)

Both magical moms have been busy with our newest Etsy item, these adorable half aprons! We started making them specifically for teachers, but they are great for hairdressers and vendors. I even made one for my aunt to wear at school and they are a hit with all the teachers.

We have several different patterns to suit your style needs! There are two basic styles, a canvas one with straight corners, and a fully lined cotton version with rounded corners.

They are very high quality and super cute! They would make a great gift for teacher appreciation day or just something to give at the beginning of the school year. And trust me on this one, teachers have enough Bath &Body Works, hand soap, coffee mugs, decorative teacher desk items and apples!

String of Hearts

After the "tic-tac-hearts" I had some felt left over so I decided to make some heart garland. This was very simple and quick to make.

Materials:

Red and Pink felt

pom poms

needle and thread

sewing maching

Start by cutting the felt into three inch pieces.

Place two pieces on top of one another, lining edges up. Sew pieces together lengthwise.

After sewing the first line, flip the fabric inside out and sew another line.

This will form one long tubular heart. Next Cut the pieces to the desired length. I cut mine about 3/4 of an inch wide.

I did this with both pink and red felt. The boys are always noticing patterns in things, so I let them practice making patterns while assembling the garland. They alternated hearts and pom poms.

Striped Rag Quilts

My newest craft obsession is rag quilts. They are fairly easy to make and very snuggly! I prefer the stripes ones because they don't look as "old-fashioned" as the traditional quilt squares. These are perfect for baby quilts (make awesome shower gifts), throws and kids' quilts.

Front

Back

What's even better- we will be adding custom quilt orders to our Etsy Store- Mary Bobbins boutique! You can purchase one of these handmade quilts for yourself or a gift. All quilts are custom and handmade. Please visit our Etsy Store at http://www.etsy.com/shop/MaryBobbinsBoutique?ref=ss_profile

So cozy!

Here is another one I made for a boy. You can see how snuggly it is because it put him right to sleep!

We can make themed or character quilts for your little one too. Below is a Star Wars quilt for our biggest Star Wars fan, Evan (see the Who Wants to be a Jedi? post).