Addison and Friends...

New friends up in the shop!

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Blanketpack

It's a Blanketpack.
I know, I know, definitely need to come up with a better name then that. Haha.

So I saw this idea somewhere on the interweb. Just can't for the life of me remember where (woops!). But as soon as I saw, I knew I wanted to make something similar...just needed an excuse to try it out! A niece turning 4 years old...I think that's a good excuse.

There are definitely some revisions that need to be made for future bags, but I'm just excited that I figured it out! What do y'all think?

A little sewing in the great outdoors...

Little man absolutely LOVES to be outside, and I really wanted to finish a sewing project...so I did something I've never done before yesterday...I took my sewing machine outside!! It was awesome!! Addison was happy as a clam, exploring our backyard and throwing sticks for our pup Bodhi, and I actually was able to finish his raincoat...win/win in my opinion.

So here you have it...Addison's raincoat!



My dear sister-in-law told me about this laminated cotton she had seen at our favorite local fabric store Textile Fabrics. When I saw it in person...I just had to have it, and I knew exactly what to do with it! I used the same pattern by Anna Maria Horner that I used for Addison's flannel coat I made last year...

Ugh...look how tiny he looks!!!!

I did make a few adjustments though. The original pattern was a little on the short side, so I added a couple inches in length to the coat. I also felt like the hood wasn't nearly as big as I thought it should be for a raincoat. So I added a little bill to the top of the hood to extend it a bit. I also added snaps instead of the buttons that the pattern called for.

There are tons of imperfections...laminated cotton is somewhat tricky to work with. I really should have done some research and looked for tips on sewing with it...maybe next time. Overall though, I'm pleased with it, and I think he just looks too cute for words...even with no pants on!

This is his new favorite thing to do these days.

He lifts his hands up, and makes a questioning sound, it's pretty hilarious.

Oh yea...the Porter Flea craft fair was last weekend! It was a complete success, and so incredibly encouraging. I'm so excited to start doing more craft fairs...I hope to have a couple lined up within the next few months, so I'll keep you updated on that!

One more thing...just wanted to send out a special HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my dear sister-in-law Katie Kivett!!! We love you so much and are so, so happy you're officially part of the family!

The life of a 14 month old...

...through the lens of my iPhone...

...man, that was exhausting!

I just love this little guy :)

Porter Flea...

I am so stoked to announce that Just Dandy will be a vendor at the first ever Porter Flea, coming up this July 9th!! My good friend Flights of Fancy and I will be sharing a booth, and let me tell you, it is going to be a FUN TIME!


So far they've confirmed some pretty fantastic vendors that you need to check out. So if you haven't already...mark it on your calendars!!

Sneak peak...

I know summer has just barely started, but for some reason I'm already thinking about fall. Could be that the heat has been sweltering of late, and some cooler temperatures sound amazing right about now. Or maybe it's that I just decided to pick up knitting/crocheting again. It's been awhile...I forgot just how much I love it! Why you ask have I been knitting/crocheting lately? Well, I've got some super fun new baby goodies I'm working on to add to the ole shop. What? You'd like a sneak peak?

Well alright...

Who says babies can't have beards ;)

On a somewhat similar note...I've added a bunch more animals to the shop. And I've got some uber cute rompers for sweet baby girls as well.

Stay cool Nashville!

Bow Ties...

Bow ties on little boys are pretty stinkin cute

*Want one for your little guy? You can snag one here*