Projects and a Book

There was a day last week that I was able to spit out quite a few projects (yay). Granted, they are small projects that don't take much time. However, when you are mother of 3 small children AND your husband is deployed, it makes for very little time to get away and sew/project. Here are a few pictures of what I have gotten finished lately.

Ok... so very primitive looking bunting. I made this for Hunter because it was annoying the blazes out of me when his blankets would get eaten up by the stroller on our walks. So, I just button him up in here, strap him in the stroller and off we go! No dragging blankets, and still the luxury of cozy toes.


The recipe holder I made for my craft swap. I always save the worst looking one for myself. (if you ever get something from me... know you are getting better than what I have) I like it, but I want to tweak it a bit too.



Lastly, the diaper/wipes clutch. I tried to applique the "C" on there and did horribly. I am pretty sure my bobbin was all messed up for this one. (not to mention off center...) I like it, I made a few more for some new mothers (like I mentioned above).




Now.... on to the book. I finished a book recently titled, "Don't Cry Wolf" by Clair Poulson. He is a mystery writer and his books are sold at deseret. I really enjoy LDS books. I recommend this book if you like a little mystery and a little bit of romance as well. I am grateful to the Bishop and his family's library of LDS novels. It makes for a great library check out - especially since we aren't blessed enough to live in an area where LDS books are available at the local library.

Finished the book

Finally finished the Guernsey literary and potato peel pie society (excuse the poor grammar.) Anyway.... the verdict





ya ready???





ABSOLUTELY



LOVED IT!! =) It was fantastic. I thought Juliet had the best sense of humor and a great love of life. She paralleled Elizabeth in so many ways. It is too bad that the author passed away before she could finish the book. I would have loved to hear how she would have ended it (not that the general outcome was horrible). Her writing style and ability to keep the readers interest in spite of just reading a bunch of correspondence letters was amazing. Thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely lend it out to anyone who would love to enjoy a great book. Thanks again Jenna!

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Pie Society

I FINALLY was able to get through my super slow book so I could move on to this gem. Fortunate for me, I won this in a giveaway my dear friend had on her blog. (Thanks Jenna!) I am reading it now and although I am sure it could be a quick read - I am taking my time. I must admit that I really enjoy it. I will write my "review" of the book once I am finished and then let you know what other books I'll be sticking my nose in.