Martin Baby Blanket

Don't you hate when you really really want to make something nice and special for someone and just never get that extra shove you want? Ever since an online friend of mine got pregnant, I've wanted to make something for her new arrival. Between everything currently on my plate, and with me suffering from a bit of depression, I've neglected this task.

So I had decided to try one of those knot blankets. But after starting it, I decided that it sucked and so I pitched it. And I made one of these. The satin binding is kind of a PITA to sew on, but I'm sure it would be better the next time I do it. I really like it. It's super soft and will be great as a tummy time blanket or a car seat blanket. It has a few imperfections, but hey that goes along with home made stuff, right? :)

Each side is a different Classic Pooh print.

Fairy Princess Sheets

This flannel was bought at a great price during the Firefly Sale at Joanns. I've been looking for flannel sheets for Magdalena with no success so I decided to make her her own sheet set. I bought a pattern, but the fabric wasn't wide enough to use. So I just measured the dimensions of the crib mattress. I cut that out of the fabric, finished the raw hems and attached elastic. I didn't do an elastic casing as I don't think it will matter much since the elastic is on the wrong side and next to the mattress. I finished the set with a standard pillowcase and flat sheet.