Back to School

 The kids are all officially back to school.  We survived our first week (barely).  I think Troy and I have had a harder time adjusting than the kids.

Here are the girls sporting their "First Day of School" duds. 

Yep, they picked the same outfit.  The only reason Baylee didn't pitch a fit is because Mollee is at a different school.

And the boy.  He is not one for dressing up.

Baylee decided she wanted a messenger bag this year so I made her one....

She wanted a pleated ruffle on the front.

Two big pockets (complete with pencil/pen slots) on the inside and a divided pocket on the exterior front.  Strap is adjustable so she can use it as she grows.

I also made this messenger bag for a friend's 1st grader.  She picked out the fabrics and I girly'd it up with a pleated ruffle as well.  I love how it turned out!

She loved it!

Hope everyone has a great week!!

Back to School & Lunch Sack Tutorial Share

I really cannot believe that it is almost time to send the kids back to school.  Where did Summer go?  It really seemed to blow by this year.  More so than any others.  I guess that happens when you have kids who keep you on the run.  I seriously have not had a chance to catch my breath.

We received our school district flyer in the mail.  It has all the school supply lists, dates/times for orientations and teacher postings.  It is really nice because it includes ALL grades.  So I don't have to keep up with three different packets.  That makes my life easier.

Today we did all of our school supply shopping.  I did something different this year though.  I actually pulled out all of their supplies they came home with in May and decided to re-use supplies still in good condition.  I think it ended up saving me probably at least $25.  And when you are buying for 3 kids, that is pretty dang good.

I ain't gonna lie though....I love school supply shopping just as much as the kids.  I loved it when I was growing up.  There is nothing more fun than freshly sharpened, brand new pencils and a backpack and binder full of new supplies.   I big fuzzy <3 it!   

It is always a tad stressful if you wait too late to do it because supplies start running out.  We hit three different stores to get it all but I am happy to report that it is DONE and I will not have to make several trips to get everything.  One day.  That is a record for us.  One thing that threw me though.....Mollee needed 4 DOZEN pencils?  Why?  How can one kid possibly go through 4 DOZEN pencils?  She better come home with LOTS left over once school is out.  

The only thing left I need to do is make Baylee's messenger bag.  I am making one like Mollee's.....only with a different fabric.

Mollee's:

Baylee's will also be made using a corduroy with various animal prints.  I will share when I am done.

And since we are on the topic of back to school and handmade things for it, how about this great tutorial for a lunch sack?

{photo courtesy of:  A Lemon Squeezy Home}

I might have to give it a try even though I ordered some super fun Goodbyn lunch boxes for the kids.  Aren't these adorable??

The kids LOVED them!

Now we will move on to school clothes shopping.  This is not quite as fun Baylee is between sizes and has to try on EVERYTHING.  Wish me luck!  Hoping to do it and still have some sanity left once all is said and done.

Are you ready for Back to School?

First Days of School

Well, my crew is all back to school. Baylee started yesterday and Mollee and Ethan started today. Can you tell Baylee is my tomboy? This was her idea of getting "dressed up." LOL! I can't even get her to LOOK at anything boutique without a grimace (unless it has denim in it). Thank goodness Mollee still loves boutique stuff. Now......please make sure you take a good look at Ethan's expressions. He was EXTREMELY excited to be going to school. He has the same teacher that my girls had and he is very familiar with her and her classroom. So when I finally downloaded the pics, I was surprised to see his expression. Maybe it was just butterflies?? Mollee, on the other hand, did not want to take the time for me to get any pictures in her classroom. As soon as she walked into her classroom, she was a woman on a mission. Completely focused on getting down to business. Baylee wouldn't even let us walk her to class much less get any pics. So pics of the kids (except for Ethan) in front of the garage before leaving was all I was getting for this year. :(



Baylee is super excited to be heading back to school. I have told her a gazillion times that tennis don't go with capris. LOL! She doesn't care. I guess that is good that she doesn't care what other people think but still...........



Mr. Handsome.



What is up with that terrified expression??



Some goofy kids I got there. Karen (brecki*girl) made Mollee's fabulous top. I started a matching decoupage skirt to go with it but when my sewing machine went ca-put, I wasn't quite done with it. :( So, she will have to wear that later. Thanks Karen! :)



Another goofy expression by Ethan. Mollee was the only one with a normal expression on her face.

Hope everyone else has a great first day of school!!

Amy

Newly Listed on eBay

Just in time for back to school! This sweet little necklace is the perfect reminder for your little one that they can accomplish anything. Encourage them to follow their dreams with this beautiful necklace! You can find it here.

And another staple to all little girls' wardrobe......BOWS!! This one is starting at $.99 with no reserve!! You can find them here.

Sneak Peek - Back to School

I am guesting with a fabulous group of ladies, ElanB, for a fun Back to School launch. Here is a sneak peek of what I will be listing tomorrow. Stay tuned for the link!! Perfect for your little one or even as a gift for your little one's favorite teacher!

Amy