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FLOR

Heather — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:50:34 +0000

We have been wanting to get some FLOR tiles to replace the rug in the kitchen… I am really liking the idea of creating a custom design by cutting them in half.

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Off to the beach

Heather — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 02:42:57 +0000

Well, this bag will be off to the beach… once the sun decides to come out. July has proven to be a not so hot start to the summer. I followed Holly’s tutorial, using canvas and a nice weight cotton. It took a lot longer than I expected (partly due to the interfacing, partly due to turning the handles right side out…) but I love it! The top stitching isn’t perfect, and the sides don’t compleeeeetely match up, but it is exactly what I needed and I love the print. I can’t wait to fill it up with beach towels, magazines and snacks!

If I created the world…

Heather — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:56:53 +0000

A while back, after seeing this post, a friend of our gave us two old school globes.

Bryan, being a history major and all, was a little against them because they have countries that are no longer correct. So I thought, you know what would be cool? To paint them with chalkboard paint! Seriously guys, I had this thought about 3 days before this chalkboard globe made the rounds! My idea was now confirmed as awesome so this weekend I made it happen.

Two coats and one (sad) USA vs Ghana game later:

We might attempt to draw the continents (you can easily see the mountain ranges for a little guidance) but I kind of like the idea of our future children creating their own worlds on there.

Monday’s and thumbprints

Heather — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 03:06:26 +0000

Does anyone else need another weekend? I do. Oh well, what can you do?

On to a happier topic, weddings! I have seen a new version of the guestbook popping up here and there and I wanted to get your opinion on it. It is the family tree/thumbprint version. Here are a few images I recently saw:

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Did any of you do this at your wedding? Thinking about doing it? Been to a wedding that did it? It is super cute, and I am all for the guest books that you can frame! Obviously you would need to provide some type of wipe for guests, and make sure there are enough branches… but overall it seems like a great idea!

What do you think?

Paisley

Heather — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 13:42:25 +0000

How cute are these little baby shower invitations?! But then again, I love all things sewing and paper so…

(Check out the rest of this super cute shower here!)

Easy

Heather — Tue, 25 May 2010 03:19:31 +0000

I found this vintage pattern at a local antique store. I think the dress in the middle will be perfect for a little summer dress.

cushion

Heather — Mon, 17 May 2010 03:44:08 +0000

I have been in need of a pin cushion and I could not bring myself to buy one of the red tomatoes. I know they are a classic, and they do the job, and if you have one, great, but I just couldn’t have one of those sitting on my sewing table. This has led me to almost 6 months of going without because I couldn’t find on I liked, and couldn’t decide what kind to make. Finally I settled on Martha’s heirloom tomato pattern from this book, but I put my own twist on it. And by twist I mean green patterned fabric and a purple felt heart in the middle. It is a little lopsided and could have used a bit more stuffing, but it will do the job. And it doesn’t remind me of a vegetable.

happy mother’s day

Heather — Sun, 09 May 2010 14:12:41 +0000

Happy Mother’s Day to all of you amazing moms out there!

Wedding Activity Booklet – FREE Download

Heather — Tue, 04 May 2010 15:59:58 +0000

I have (finally) put up a free download of my activity books for those who are interested! You can find it by visiting my downloads page, located on the left. I created a generic color palette and pages for the free download, but would be happy to customize it with your name and wedding date on the cover as well as your colors and for the less DIY brides I can create, print and finish them all for you. Please contact me at heather {at} wemetinabar {dot} com for pricing and more information.

Enjoy!

tissue paper love

Heather — Tue, 04 May 2010 02:01:32 +0000

I love this tissue papered party! And the invitation reminds me a little of my own…

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