It's done!

Hazy's blessing dress is done! I've been working like a mad woman on it all week. I enjoy making a blessing outfit for each of my children. It's a special event in their lives and it means a lot to me to create an outfit uniquely for them. It's done and I love it!!

We will bless her tomorrow in Sacrament meeting. Three of her cousins will be blessed the same day: one in Texas, one in Idaho, and one in Wyoming.

Creating

I love to create cute things. I don't make crafts very often any more. But this week I did two projects that fulfilled my need for cuteness and creativity. I made these candy boxes that my sister-in-law and friend cut out for me. She does such fun things with her cricut! As I assembled them yesterday I was in love with the colors and patterns of the ribbons and papers. I said out loud, "These are so cute I think I could scream!" I think Aaron thought to himself, "That's one thing about Jill that I don't quite get." Anyway, I had so much fun making and sharing them.

Too cute! Who wouldn't love to receive a little bundle of cuteness with something sweet inside?!

One of my girlfriends is expecting a baby this month so I made invitations for a small get-together. I had tons of fun cutting out and assembling cars, trucks, and vans. Lily turned one of the cars into a Lightning McQueen for Carter. Carter and Lily sat by me and worked on crafts of their own while I worked. I really enjoyed that.

Little dolls

Lily and I made little dolls for our church to send to children in need around the world. They were fun to make. We stitched, stuffed, and drew on the heads by hand. It was more time consuming than I had anticipated. However, it felt rewarding to know that our efforts would bless a few children who need some comfort and love.

This was a good opportunity to teach Lily to serve others. I also appreciated that it exposed her to sewing. It's a great sewing start for her!