Because I Can...

...Now that I am not spending every spare moment reading textbooks, transcribing counseling sessions, and writing papers, I've been a little lot bored. I can only read so many blogs, pin so many pictures, read so many pages, etc. Being able to cook more has been fun, but that really isn't a major time consumer. Earlier last week I realized I still hadn't opened my sewing machine from my birthday, so I decided to invite my mom out for the day on Saturday so that she could reintroduce me to the handy little machine. I used to spend many-a-afternoons at my Grandma's house sewing. My past endeavors included barbie doll clothes, blankets, plane pillows, and other random and super weird creations. I really haven't used a sewing machine since I was 16 though, so a tutorial was a must. Well friends, it's just like riding a bike, my machine and I were BFFs after my first project- hemming my curtain panels for the living room. Easy-smeazy.

Anyhoo, my mom and I's day together ended up turning into an impromptu craft day. We each had somethings we wanted to try, so we got busy.  I must say this was the first day I have ever gone into Joanne's Fabric by my own free will...Oh how old age can change you! In addition to the panels, we ended our day with a completed yarn wreath, a glitter wreath (done by mom which I did not get to take a picture of), and a Halloween banner. The best part was being able to spend time with my creative and extremely helpful mom. It was a successful day and I look forward to filling my time with more "crafting" in the future. (Steph M.: we need to plan ours soon!)

The pictures are a little blurry, I was in a hurry taking my pictures today! 

I bought this plain banner from Hobby Lobby for 2.99. Painted it black, used spray adhesive and some black glitter, and ta-da! It looks better in person. My camera doesn't seem to catch the full wonder of the sparkle. 

 I found these pumpkins at our town's art fair (for you Texas people, a mini-sized Canton). I added a little sparkle from Hobby Lobby for a dollar. The wine bottle in the back is way cute too. My mom bought a 6 pack of the Martha Stewart Halloween labels and shared some with me. I'm working on drinking another bottle to use right now. : )

 The flowers on my yarn wreath.

 And the wreath. I need to lower the ribbon a little so it's more centered with the ugly star on our window. (One day I will convince the Hubs to get a new door, but right now he claims that it's good for the Rangers...because, you know, us having a star window/door really effects their season.)

Once I finish putting up my Halloween decorations, I might post some more pictures of all my favorite sparkly decor. I love sparkly holiday decor. You should see my Christmas line up...

Happy Monday y'all!