After having a major crafting fail...I was desperate to redeem myself. Like, I was in a MAJOR funk. It had to be another button project and it had...
Halloween 2015.
Trick or treating was a success this year for sure. Louis had a blast, we got to dress up and totally nerd it out with Star Wars costumes, and hang...
Boo at the Zoo 2015.
Last night we hit up the local zoo for another round of "Boo at the Zoo". It's a chance for kids to wear their costumes, "trick or treat" at...
Ezra Bridger :: Your Favorite Rebel
More Star Wars sewing has happened around these parts! This time it was for Louis' actual Halloween costume this year. He has decided to go as the...
C-3PO + Top Stitchers
Wahoo! Today is the day! My Top Stitchers post is live and ready to rock over at Sewing Stadium. This is the first sewing competition I've been...
Black Bolt :: Everyday Superheroes
Chances are, you've never heard of Black Bolt. To be honest with you, I know very little about him. What I do know is that Louis loves this Marvel...
Calvin Cargo Pants by Momma Quail Patterns
You guys. I made another pair of pants for Louis and I luuuuurve them. I'll tell you why. But first, a picture of that handsome model of mine....
The Mighty Thor :: Pattern Hack
Part of the fun of having a little boy who is superhero obsessed and loves to play dressup is that I can take my sewing skills and make things that...
Turning 5 is Awesome! :: A Lego Party for Louis
This past Saturday was Louis' birthday party celebration...and man, was it fun. Our porch and yard were filled to the brim with party...
DIY Lego Minifigure Bracelet :: Tutorial
It's birthday party time in casa de McKinley, which means only one thing: LOTS of super fun crafty party details! Yay! I wanted to make something...
Hot Diggity Dog! :: Delilah Turns Two
Apparently it's not just my child that continues to grow and change despite the wishes and efforts of their parents and loved ones. Because...
DIY Cross-Stitched Captain America Hoodie
The thing I really like about certain medias is that they can cross over into something else easily. While browsing Pinterest a while back, I saw...











