Easy Linen Shirt

I made a new shirt for my son Taj.  It is the Easy Linen Shirt from the book Sewing for Boys.  The fabric was from my stash, it is a quilting weight cotton.

 The sleeves are a little long for my little guy.  I made it in size 2/3.  Lil Taj is 2 1/2 years old.

Taj loved his little photo shoot, and couldn't wait to see the pictures on the camera.  I think 2 1/2 is my favorite age so far.  He is so loving and finally he can say some words:)

I also have to share this tunic top I made for my etsy shop.

You can check it out in my shop: www.etsy.com/shop/TajandMe

And since April is my birthday month, I have made a coupon code: bday2013, for 15% of your order of $10.00 or more!

XO~ Amanda

Tova # 2

Here is Tova top # 2!  It was so much easier then the first one, and I worked out some of my kinks.

The fabric is a rayon poly mix black gingham print from Joann's, a cheap choice, but still made a nice shirt.   My next tova will be a tank, since summer is just around the corner:)

 My lil cutie Taj and I getting ready to go on a play date, we even match!

                  Have a wonderful weekend! Amanda

Knitting for baby

 I made this little Teddy bear for my new nephew Liam, who should be here any day now.  The pattern is from the book Knitting for Baby.  I felted this little guy, well I tried at least.  I washed him on hot about five times.  I can't remember what brand of yarn I used, but it is a wool blend.

Here's lil Tajie helping his daddy gravel our road.  Thanks for looking~ Amanda

Spring is here

Spring has arrived here in the Pacific Northwest.  I love watching my yard begin to change.

 Some pot holders for my father, using Joel Dewberry's oak tree print.

Taj loves filling up my water can, what a nice boy.

Happy Spring

xo~ Amanda

First Tova Top

Here is my first Tova top. I used a thin brown voile. I really like how it turned out. I had some difficulty putting the placket to the front of the blouse and experienced some puckering at the corners. Not sure why it happened, maybe I put the drill hole in the wrong place. I made mine in a medium and it fits perfect, except the cuffs are slightly tight. I can't wait to make my next one:)
Thanks for looking! Xo~Amanda

Bright Stripes Blanket Finished

I finally finished Taj's knitted blanket, it took 10 months to complete:)  I am so happy with how it turned out.  The pattern is from the book More Last-Minute Knitted Gifts by Joelle Hoverson. I used Malabrigo Rios yarn for the blanket.  This yarn is incredibly soft.  My stripes are Ravelry Red, Glazed Carrot, Sunset and Lettuce.  I used Natural for the main body of the blanket!  The finished size is 50''x 55'', and has an applied I-cord trim.  I can't wait to snuggle with my Tajie under it.

I also made two more pajama pants using Anna Maria Horner's Field Study fabric.  I love the feather print.  I am saving these for gifts and have two more pairs cut out and just waiting to be sewn together.

Thanks for looking!

xo~Amanda

My New Pajama Pants

Here are my new pajama pants I made for myself. The fabric is Anna Maria Horner's Little Folks voile, which is super soft and silky. I used the pattern from Joel Dewberry's Sewn Spaces, which was relatively easy. Of course I made a few minor errors. His pattern said to cut a 2"x 36" piece for the drawstring and I did and then realized it was way too short:). Otherwise I liked how they turned out! I see some birthday gifts for friends in the near future.
I also opened my etsy shop last week. If you have time check it out the just click the shop link above. This is my first time posting from my phone, I hope it looks ok:)
Xo~ Amanda