Nursery Progress

After a really great shower last weekend back in Kentucky, I was able to start putting together the nursery.  Only half of the room is complete as I am waiting on a custom-made changing table/dresser from my dad, and my mom is bringing up a glider chair next weekend.  

I decided to make a last-minute little banner to hang above the crib. I knew I wanted something with the baby's name on it, and this seemed like a great way to try out some of the T-shirt vinyl that Jeff gave me for my birthday.  I used some leftover Backyard Baby fabric to make a little bunting and then added the gray letters (cut with the Silhouette Cameo) with the vinyl.  One thing I learned in the process is to make sure that you don't set the iron too hot or you will melt the letters.  Ugh!

Here are some shots of the put-together crib (which was purchased from Pottery Barn Kids).  It was really exciting to finally get to put on the sheet and crib skirt that I had made!  I can't wait for the whole room to be completed!

Needing new maternity clothes and a Crocheted Owl Beanie

The weather here has been a bit warmer lately (with the exception of the last 2 days) and I have realized that I only have 2 short-sleeved maternity shirts.  After shopping this weekend without much success, I thought I would take matters into my own hands.

I made this dolman-style sleeve shirt using this tutorial from Make It And Love It.  Hers looks much cuter, but she does not have to accommodate a giant baby bump.  By the way, the Peeps bunting in the background was made last year using this tutorial from MADE.  

I also did a little bit of baby crafting this weekend.  I couldn't help myself when I saw this tutorial by All Things Bright and Beautiful on Ucreate.    This little owl beanie was pretty quick to whip up, but it's evident that I have some practice to do with my circular crocheting.  

Oh how I love free bloggy tutorials!