Jets, Skulls and Guitars

During the whole infertility thing I had several friends who were in the same boat that I leaned on for support and talked openly and honestly too. But there was one gal in particular who knew our journey a little too well because it seemed like we would have the same dang things happen at the same time. It became quite comical after so many like incidents occurred and although they were crappy things, it was nice to have someone who could relate so easily. This girlie also happens to be a cousin of mine – 3rd cousin once removed or some crazy thing like that, I am not even sure, does it even matter? We share blood (and a lot of traits) that's all I know. So when she found out she was pregnant I couldn’t be more excited! I am pretty sure I jumped up and down!

And then she found out it was a boy! Everyone seemed to be having girls so I was thrilled to make some boy stuff again. And to make it more exciting we have the same taste in baby boy paraphernalia. Baby J’s daddy is in the Air Force so naturally she wanted jets, but also likes skulls and guitars. I started with my fabric stash and unsurprisingly to me I had almost ALL the fabric I would need already.

I probably bought 3 yards of this red skull and crossbones fabric ages ago because I knew I would want a blanket made out of it. My mom made the crocheted receiving blankets and I made matching burp cloths with the remnants.

 

 

 

Then I found this guitar flannel in my stash. I didn’t have enough to make a blanket, but one of my girlfriends made Baby Girl some burp cloths like these and I LOVE them so I thought I would try it out. SUPER simple and they are always so soft. You just give a large seam allowance and then snip all the way around and as they get washed more and more they fray and look super cute!

 

Then I took some more fabric remnants in prints she would like and made onesies. My cousin had already bought Baby J a years worth of clothes so I went for 12-24 month onesies. The Ties are my favorite and are SUPER simple. Just some wonder under and then stitch around the edges.

And since I have learned that you can’t ever have too many burp cloths I made some more… I wanted to dye them black so I used some Black RIT dye I had and used the washing machine method. (Our washer is OLD and figured if it stained it no biggie). I was a little intimidated with dying, but it was a breeze. However, my items didn’t come out black, they came out grey! I was really mad and decided to just go with it. I had to change my plans, but it ended up working out. I just drew an airplane, guitar and skull and used white knit for the appliqués.

Little side note, Baby J’s daddy can also draw SUPER amazingly and I was a little nervous that he would notice if I drew the guitar wrong.

Another thing I have learned is that I LOVE my car seat cover. I was a little apprehensive about using one in the summer since it’s SO blasted hot here, but it is a life saver. I seriously think it has saved my baby’s life! Or at least protected her from getting diseases from all the crazy people who think they can just come up and touch your baby! I don't know what posses people to think I want their [heaven’s knows where their hands have been] hands on my baby. With out fail every time I have the cover open someone feels the urge to run over and touch her. It’s also great for protecting her from the harsh sun. I just have to make sure I flip both sides open when in the car so Baby Girl gets some AC blowing on her. And sure it’s a little annoying to mess with every time we get in the car, but it’s worth the hassle.

Enough of dirty hands I am about to gag! Back to Baby J… When I saw this fabric at Joann's I KNEW I had to make him a cover. It’s Skulls AND Camo! Score! And seriously these things are SO simple! Two yards of fabric sewn together (I rounded the corners) with straps in the middle held on with velcro.

   

Can you tell that my baby has taken over my craft room!? I have to haul in every device that can

possibly keep her happy and entertained so I can get stuff done.

Then lastly, I made Miss C a hooter hider. I went more girly with it because I figure it’s technically for her, not the babe, but stuck with boyish colors.

  

Since I am a procrastinator I did all this in 2 days and stayed up until 1am the night before the shower to finish it. There is NO way I could have done this with out the help of my husband because little miss is a tad spoiled and only truly happy when held or at least touching you. So the Mister whipped out the Bjorn and played video games with his friend with little miss fussy pants strapped to his chest. Let me just tell you, that thing is heaven sent! I can’t believe I didn’t get it out sooner! I will be able to get SO much done now!

 

I am finally starting to get my energy back and I am craving to do SO many crafts right now! We are having some family come from out of town and I really want to finish up all my half finished projects before they get here.