My First Handbag & Free Pattern

Have you ever been so anxious or intimidated by a project before?

Well, this was me this week!

Like I said here, patterns and handbags intimidate me.

I have always wanted to make a one, just been to scared to try.

I took a leap of faith this week and tried out this pattern.

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I just want to say a big thanks to Sara over at Craft Snob

and Donna from Sewing Mends The Soul for this free pattern.

I was very pleased with this tutorial.
It was very easy to read, I had no problems

following the step-by-step instructions.

If you looking for handbag pattern,  I highly recommend doing this one!

You will be very pleased with the results. I know I was.

Take a look at my

Kennedy Double Pleated Purse

I absolutely love my new bag!


**Fabric from Hancock Fabrics--$2.50 yd
no joke this fabric was on CLEARANCE!**

**I found coordinating fabric to match the inside and top band
also on CLEARANCE for $2.50**

**Bought 2 yards of interfacing at Hobby Lobby for $1.99 yd**

With the help of my MIL we made this amazing handbag.
So many people have told me that it looks like a Vera Bradley.
{{squeeel}}


What do you all think??



**If you do decide to give this a try please let me know.
I would love to see & feature your creation! **


I'm linking up here!!

Done Is Better Than Perfect...

Happy Monday!!

I just wanted to say thank you everyone for all the sweet comments

on my professional wedding pictures.

You really know how to make a girl feel special.

Sorry for the lack of posting, my mother in law has been down 

and we have been crafting everyday.

I did make a handbag and I can't wait to show you all!

I'll post about it tomorrow!

This pretty much sums up how I feel about it!.

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**My Professional Wedding Pictures***

Yep! It's true. My professional wedding pictures have arrived.

I'm so thrilled.

They were everything I hoped for and more.

I'm obsessed with them.

Seriously...

I now know the meaning of the saying...

"A picture is worth a thousand words."

Words cant describe the feeling I get when I look at my photos.

I have to give a big THANK YOU to

Katie Langley Photography.

Katie is the one who took these amazing shots on my wedding day.

I highly recommend her if you in the North Carolina area!
She is amazing, and so fun to work with.

Now for some teasers...





























Amazing right?

I'm so glad I could share with y'all my special day!
It truly is one i'll never forget...

Have a wonderful day!

Sew Cute--Free Patterns To Try

This week my mother in law is coming down to

 spend time with Taylor and I.

I love it when she comes down, we have such a great time!

I figured I would have a a few things for us to try and make while she is down.

I'll admit, I'm a little nervous when it comes to sewing and patterns.

I've pinned a few things for us to try and make.

Take a look.

Double Pleated Tote

I'm such a sucker for free patterns.

I thought I would give this a shot. Plus ill have my MIL here to

help if I have any questions.

Download your FREE pattern here

1 Hour Skirt Tutorial

I'm really excited to try this! Looks so simple.

I just found fabric Saturday at a Yard Sale!

Fingers crossed I can do this.

Tank Top Dress 

Here is a step by step tutorial on how to make a tank top dress.

I love this, I have a few tank top dresses myself 

and I would love to try and make one!

Summer Tree Pillow

Can you believe this is made from left over scraps?

Amazing!

This would be perfect for my couch. 

Step by step tutorial available. 

Are you good at sewing & reading patterns?

I would love some advice!

Don't Sweat The Small Stuff...

I'm learning to "not sweat the small stuff" in life.

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 Let me tell you it's not easy, It's going to take a lot of work. 

But, I'm willing to do it because life is to short to let the "little things" run my life.

I'm learning to let go and not care about what others think.

To stop worrying over things that I think are a "big deal"

When in the end its all just "little things"

Nothing to get upset over and let it ruin your day.

I'm learning how to have compassion for others.

To put myself in others shoes.

To be thankful for what I do have.

and to

Stop obsessing over the things that I want.

Mother Teresa said these great words: 

"We cannot do great things on this earth. We can only do small things with love"

So I made the sign above to act as a reminder. 

I printed it out and stuck it on my bathroom mirror.

I keep telling myself over and over

Don't sweat the small stuff!

I'm currently reading the book: 

Don't sweat the small stuff...and it's all small stuff

By: Richard Carlson, PH.D

--simple ways to keep little things from taking over your life.

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!

What I Wore & July Sponsor Discount Code

Happy Wednesday!!

I'm back from my looooong weekend! Aahh I had so much FUN.

I'm hoping to get some pictures up of what I did in WV over the weekend.

But for now...What I Wore today.

It's kinda cloudy, kinda blahh so I just threw on a pair of

jeans and paired it with a simple v-neck shirt.

Perfect for just running errands.

Guess what...this whole outfit was

THRIFTED.

Yep

Check me out!

** Still missing my camera charger...so these were taken with my cell phone**

sorry for the crappy quality



Shirt: American Eagle - Goodwill   $3.75

Jeans: Hollister- Goodwill  $3.75

Necklace: Fluttering Creations -July Sponsor

Shoes: Rugged Wearhouse $4.99

I LOVE these sandals ..seriously I wear them with EVERYTHING

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4th of July Ideas

Happy Friday!! 

Can you believe it's already JULY? 

Wow I can't believe how fast June went by!

Are you all ready for the 4th?

If not, then here are a few ideas that

should get you ready for the blast of a weekend that's coming up!

How delish does this look! aah amazing 

4th of July flag cake by 

I Am Baker

I can't wait to try my own version of these 

popsicles this weekend! So quick and easy 

via Tip Junkie

Love this beautiful table set up! Everything is so festive!

Perfect for the weekend!

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Check out this free subway art printable. 

Made by Free Time Frolics

Love this set up and the jars!

So festive and creative!!

Made by Mushkiloves

And last by not least. You all know a yarn wreath is a must!!!

This one you can keep up all year, It's not just for the 4th of July!

Check out this gorgeous wreath by 

Abstract Grace

I hope everyone has a wonderful 4th of July weekend!

I know I will, me and the hubby are roadtripin' up to West Virginia 

to see his side of the family. I'm ready for fireworks, popsicles, and jet ski rides!

What do you have planned for the 4th of July?