Making a mini album

I had some leftover scrap paper that I wanted to use in a mini album so as soon as Ian went down for a nap I got started.  I cut 10 different patterned papers to fit in between 2 4x6 chipboard covers.  The papers vary in size but that's what I like about them.  I added a strip of  paper to the fronts of each paper and then I used my sewing machine to stitch all the way around each page. I loved the way it turned out. 

Project Life-Week 5

I am way too behind on my Project Life Album.  About 3 weeks to be exact.  I have all of my photos developed but I just didn't have the time to get it all together.  So today while Ian was are preschool I got out all of my supplies, camped out in the living room and got to work.  I was able to do week 5 which consisted mostly of photos of Ian's pirate party.  I had to add an insert to add all of the photos from that fun day.  I think it turned out great and as soon as my little fellow takes a nap I will work on week 6.  I am hoping to get all caught up by this weekend.  I vow to keep up with my Project Life from now on.  Playing catch up is not fun.  I also need to keep better track of the photos I take and the activities that are going on during the week so I'm not spending all of this extra time trying to remember everything and then just deciding that at this point it doesn't matter when it happened it just needs to get into the album. I have a whole board on Pinterest devoted to Project Life so I'm going to do some searching for some ideas and printables to help keep me organized especially during those busier weeks.  Now it's time for me to have some quality play time with my little fellow before he takes a nap. Happy Friday!

Sofie decided she needed to have her photo taken with my layout.

Ian loved looking at all of his birthday party photos in the album.  

29 Things I Love-#23

#23-I love watching these two kiddos sleep.  There is nothing more peaceful than seeing your babies at rest.  Even if they choose to do that rest in your bed.  Even when they interrupt your sleep by climbing into your bed at all hours of the night and stick their feet and knees in your back, it's still a sweet sight. 

29 Things I Love-#22

#22- I love watching Isabella grow as a dancer.  She has danced since she was 3 and I remember the first time I saw her dance on stage in her very first recital. I cried.  It was the most amazing feeling to see this little tiny girl up on stage smiling for the audience and giving the performance of her life.  She fell in love with dancing and performing and has just started her 6th year of dance.  She has done ballet, tap, and hip hop.  She has dreams of owning her own dance studio and teaching ballet.  She has really come into her own and found something she truly loves to do.  I pray that God would use this talent for His glory and in His plan for her life. 

29 Things I Love-#21

#21- I love when our CBS kids get to sing for the ladies.  It is such a precious time to watch sing their praises to God.  They have such a love for the Lord and so when they have this opportunity to share it with the ladies they give it all they've got.  I remember watching Isabella sing when she was in CBS and it melted my heart every time.  Now it's Ian's turn.  He melts my heart too.  The melting usually comes after a stern look and a prayer that he would cooperate with the group but it still melts.  

29 Things I Love-#20

#20-I love spending quality time with my kiddos. Even if that means spending lots of time outdoors (not my favorite place) looking at snails, digging in the dirt, playing with bubbles, and playing soccer.  Yesterday Ian and I took advantage of the beautiful day and spent some time outside after lunch.  We did all of the above and had a great time.  It was nice to be able to put off the laundry and housework for one hour and do all of the things he wanted to do before nap time.  These are the moments to take advantage of because before I know it he will be in school all day.  I look forward to the summer when both of my kiddos will be home and we can slow down and enjoy the day.

29 Things I Love-#19

#19- I love making sweet treats with my kiddos.  Isabella and I made these yummy treats for Ian's preschool friends.  Of course we made enough for us too.