DIY Baby Mobile

Baby on the way? Friend's baby on the way? Either way, creating hand made goods for the baby nursery is always cuter than purchasing out of a store. Although it may seem intimidating, creating a baby mobile is way easier than you think. My friend is 37 weeks pregnant, expecting any day now, so we have gotten into full baby mode.

The nursery is all set up and now I'm getting crafty creating unique touches before the baby arrives. Diapers are set up, outfits are hung in the closet and handmade baby swaddles are ready to swaddle baby. I created this large "J" a few weeks ago (baby's name starts with a J). I bought the large letter from Hobby Lobby and wrapped rope around it until it was fully covered. Added colorful buttons and we hung it above the crib, sadly I didn't take any pictures :(

Now, it's time to create a mobile. I found this DIY baby mobile on botts-net and loved it! I will be making this tonight. It seems pretty easy, she really layed out the steps nice and easy. I have all the supplies and love the way she mixed different fabric prints together, looks so shabby chic!

images via botts-net

Shower Gift Idea - Nursing Nightlight

Are you a new Mom or do you know someone that is? I stumbled upon the cutest, and most useful, baby shower gift this afternoon. Have you ever seen or heard of the Nursing Light? I wish I would have had this for my children, it would have saved me a lot. The Nursing Light has a built in timer that vibrates when you should be done nursing. In case you fall asleep and don't know how long you have been nursing your Nursing Light will alarm you with a vibration feel.                                                                                                If you breast fed your children, I'm sure you fell asleep a time or 2. For me, it was just about every time I got up during the night. I have a friend that is due in a few months and I will for sure be getting her this, as she knows she will be breastfeeding. It's only $19.99 so I feel like it's really worth the money. How convenient and cute?

Handmade Burp Clothes With FREE Pattern

I'm really in the DIY/handmade mood lately. I feel the quality of items in stores has completely decreased and I'm able to easily make similar items that are better quality, cheaper and exactly what I want. If you are leery about making your own items, don't be. It's much easier than you think and once you get going it's no longer intimidating. Try these easy handmade burp clothes. Follow this link for the free pattern.

10 burp clothes can be made for $6.00
What you need:
Fabric of your choice
Handtowels of your choice

You will be attaching the fabric to the side of the hand towel. I bought my hand towels from the clearance section at Target. Nothing too fancy just simple colors. They work great and are much thicker than other burp rags. These actually pick everything up and don't leave a mess behind. They wash up nice. I choose a softer fabric for the side of the hand towel so the towel part isn't so abrasive. Try it out!

DIY Gauzy Swaddle Blankets

With the hot Summer months upon us, using a gauzy swaddle blanket is lightweight and helps baby stay cool.  Of course these are available in big stores such as Target or Walmart, but they are usually filled with obnoxious prints. I love simple baby items with simple colors. Since I didn't see any of my liking I found this fabulous tutorial and followed it exactly. I'm super happy with the results and found the directions to be really simple. I love the colors she choose. I'm not in the LA area to purchase at the store suggested, so I went to Michaels and Hancock Fabrics and found some gauzy material. These swaddles make perfect gifts or are great to use for your own baby. There is a lot more creativity and customization when you create your own. Babies love this material and so do I. Really easy to clean, super lightweight and easy to wrap around baby. Check out the full tutorial here. 

*Note - images via danamadeit.com

You'll Love These Top of the Line Rings Orange County Jewelry Carries

I know you ladies love the finer things in life, such as the quality of clothes when they are bought with a designer tag. This is why I knew I had to share with you some of the finer rings from my favorite Orange County Jewelry store Simone and Son.

I enjoy jewelry that doesn't look like something that everybody else has. I love browsing through the dozens of great styles. If you don't see something that you like, don't worry! Simone and Son specializes in the custom design and creation of engagement rings and wedding rings.

Mommies deserve a little "icing" for their hard work, don't they? :) If you have an anniversary coming up, ask to add a band to your wedding set!