I Did It!!

So, I actually went through with my plan to conquer my Pinterest projects, and surprisingly it didn't turn out as bad as I would have thought!

First, my felt tree.  Okay, so, this was not the world's best project, but also not an epic fail.  I managed to make the tree, get it hung up, and the kids loved it - for about 15 minutes.  Then Bean decided that it was much more fun to peel off the Command strips I used to hang it up.  So in that fifteen minutes I managed to get one blurry cell phone pic of it...

Now the tree is rolled up and siting in the closet until I can get more sticky strips to rehang it...oh well.  (A quick little word of advice - if you decide to do this project, which in total cost me $8 and I have a TON of felt left over - make sure you have a really good pair of scissors.  My pair was not cutting it!  I ended up literally using a pair of nail scissors because that is all that I could get to cut through the felt!)

Project 2 - the ribbon tree tee for Bean was much more successful!  I purchased 8 different designs of ribbon.  I bought about 12 - 18 inches of each, which ended up being more than I needed, and actually a little more costly than I thought it would be...about $14.  Not too bad, but I could have headed to the gap and got her a super cute tee for the same price! Ha!  Anyway, I bought the ribbon, and a package of Stitch Witchery.

(Super cheap - especially with a coupon!) 

I had intended to just fuse the ribbon straight to the tee, but I hadn't found a perfect shirt while I was out, or in the baby's closet, so I decided to create the tree on a piece of the leftover felt.  I'm really glad I did this because it kept the shape of the tree much better than if I had tried to do it free-hand on the shirt.

It was extremely easy to use the stitch withchery and I was really happy with the quality of the bonding.  My only problem was that if you get any of the web on the iron, or the front of the ribbon, it becomes sticky and it's a little noticeable...

You can tell that I got a little on the knot of the bow...I tried to clean it with a little warm water, and it helped, but it's still there.

So anyway, I finally found an adorable red shirt at Babies R Us, complete with a sequin and tulle bow detail, and it was perfect!  I fused my felt tree to it quickly and easily, and here is the finished product.

I think I'm ready for Project Runway! Hahaha!

In all seriousness, for my first attempt, I'm pleased.  I think I'm going to pair this with a black tulle skirt, some sparkly tights, and a pair of holiday Baby Legs.  My little Bean is going to be styling, as usual ;)

So there you have, another Pinterest inspired project!  I'm pretty excited about it, not gonna lie.  What have you tried from my fave website???  Please share!  I'm always looking for a fun new craft!





Minted Mommy Calling Cards

If you have never heard of Minted, now is the perfect time to discover them!  Minted is a top quality stationary store that uses designers from all over the world to create the most modern and unique business cards, invitations for parties, wedding invitations, holiday cards, and, my favorite, Mommy Cards!

What is a Mommy Card, you ask?  A Mommy Calling Card is the perfect solution for play date planning on the go!  Like a business card, a Mommy Card lists all of your contact information, including your email, phone number, and website.  This makes setting up a play-date while chasing your child around the bus stop, playground, or school yard, super easy!

Wait...it gets better...  Right now, Minted is giving Mamas everywhere 25 FREE (yes, free!) Mommy Calling Cards.  You choose your favorite style, customize it, and add it to your cart for FREE!  Just pay shipping...that's a $30 value!  Plus they come in a really sweet carrying case :)

Check my Mommy Cards out...

And how about this sweet case they came in...

Minted already has their Holiday line of cards out, and if you're anything like me, you are already thinking about yours!  I love to send a quality photo card that I know will last my friends and family for a long time, and the thick card stock that Minted uses, can't be beat!

Want a sneak peak at what our holiday cards might be??  Okay, here's a few of my front runners :)  (You twisted my arm! Ha!)



Love the banner effect, but would definitely need the right picture...(Uncle Dan?!?  Are you reading?!? ;) )

This one has two of my favorite things going for it...multiple pictures, and it's square :)

Simple, but in Minted's pearlescent paper, this would be sooooooo gorgeous!

So right now those are at the top of my list.  I love Minted because their cards have customizable fronts and backs, or you can even make a folded card with pics inside and out!  It makes it so much more personal and your friends and family will be uber impressed ;)

Oh, and one more...for my BFF who just got married, so right now her sweet pup is the baby in the house, I LOVE these! 

I can see her precious puppy's face on this card!  (She was after all a calendar girl for her shelter ;) )

So head over to Minted and get your free Mommy Cards while you can!  As they say, this deal won't last forever!

Oh, and keep your eye out for that giveaway I mentioned.  The deal has gotten even sweeter...3 lucky ladies will be winning this prize, but Irene has caused a delay...stay tuned!  Should be live by this time next week at the latest!