stash bags

As I was making the quilt for my best friend’s wedding, I wanted to use some of the extra fabric for her birthday gift. She rarely carries a purse and likes little cases or bags to stash her stuff in and throw in her car. When I saw the pattern for these little bags (appropriately called “Stash and Dash” from Amy Butler) I couldn’t resist.

I couldn't resist

Mmm… double-drop chocolate and vanilla cookies.

a la americana

I feel like I've been procrastinating (oh again). I’ve been going through the last month saying, “This week I’ll…” and running off a mental to do list of all the various projects I have been meaning to get to. But, alas, they still remain in the same neat pile in the corner as neglected as always and waiting for the eventual Someday.

pretty placemat

While perusing the wedding gift registry for one of my best friends, I noticed that the couple had picked out gorgeous china settings but had no placemats or napkins. This friend loves to have dinner parties and sets the table for each event. I did pick out a few pieces from the registry, but wanted to do a little more.

swing bag

Behold the Amy Butler "Swing Bag". I was looking for something to make for my cousin who lives in NYC that would be fun to have, but not completely impractical.