Pansy Maiden Bags

Recenly I received a Pansy Maiden Diaper Bag Set, and went to the site to get more information on the company.  It is an environmental friendly, vegan bag company that was founded by Laura Collins.  Read her story here.  It speaks to those of us who love DIY, and want to make a difference in the environment.  What shocks me, is her company was born only 3 years ago, and she just announced that she is going to be featured at the Epcot Center (yes, at Disney)!  Read more here.

They have some adorable bag designs - just browse through and see what suits your needs: http://pansymaiden.com/

I absolutely love the pattern of my bag, which I pictured below (which is packed and ready for my little man to make his appearance).  The bag included a changing pad and small pouch (love the owls!) for dirty diapers.  The inside of the bag is lined with wipeable fabric.  Love love love!  Sorry about the last picture - my editing skills are not up to par right now!  =)

Happy Day!
-Katie

Pops of Color

Here are a few things that have caught my eye on Pinterest.  I love these bright colors.


DIY Painted Wooden Necklace (by Laura Parke of A Girl Who Makes) 

Globe-Trotter Suitcase with Wheels at J. Crew

Pantone flowerpots by Serax

Perrette Container by Woonwinkel

-Lana

Colorful Books for Children

I try to read to my kids before bedtime every chance I get.  I'm always on the lookout for books that are visually interesting, have a great storyline (because I will be reading them hundreds of times), and are well-written.  


I've had following books in my Amazon cart for a while now.  They are colorful and have some great design to them.  I can't wait to buy them for my kids.


Pantone Colors 

(images via Design Mom)

Paul Thurby's Alphabet

Around the World with Mouk: A Trail of Adventure by Marc Boutavant

Extra Yarn by Mac Barnett

-Lana

Knitted Baby Gifts

I love giving knitted gifts to my friends who are expecting.  I very recently gave a pair of knitted socks to Katie who is expecting. 

It was a simple Two-Needle sock pattern by Debbie Bliss knitted as one piece and sewn down the back.  I can't remember which of her books it is from since I photocopied it years ago from one of her books loaned from the library.  The yarn is by Tess Designer Yarns which I purchased at a Stitches West conference a few years ago.  It is a superwash merino that is soft and has a nice elasticity to it. Since the pattern is for a 6 month-old baby, it knits up fast.  I think it can be done in a day if you knit quickly.

Now that this project is done, it makes me want to knit more regularly!

-Lana

Confetti

Who doesn't love confetti?  I've been seeing so many great confetti-inspired items on the web.  Here are a few of them.


Funfetti cake on Sweetapolita

Vonny Pie Carrier 

Tokketok Confetti Tags

DIY Confetti Tablecloth from Oh Happy Day

-Lana

Create your Own Fabric

I love the article in a recent Country Living Magazine that highlighted Spoonflower's great service.  If you can upload a photo, you can make your own fabric.  Anything goes - photographs, printed text, sketches, anything!  Think of what a great idea this is for a unique wedding gift, baby gift or other special occasion.  Having trouble finding that perfect fabric to match your home?  Make your own!  There is no minimum order and they use eco-friendly materials.

Below is just one example:

Happy Creating!
-Katie

DIY Valentines 2012

How did Valentine's Day sneak up on us already?  Luckily there are a couple more days left, so here are a few ideas for celebrating.


Little love notes by ARMOMMY
Show the kids how much they mean to you with these little notes.

Bunting by Two Brunettes (via Ruffled)

Assemble your own Valentines bunting with this printable.

Ice Cream Parlour Printable (Eat Drink Chic)

Celebrating with a group is easy if you have this printable!

Also by Eat Drink Chic is a sweet little Origami Heart Love Note.

Click here for a link to my Valentines suggestions from last year.

-Lana