Babytown. Population 1.

Blog is a fantastic word. Sounds good when you say it. Makes me chuckle. Blog.

I find it thoroughly entertaining in itself that I am starting a blog today. I'm sitting here for the 5th or 6th day of being shut in the house. Give or take a trip to the library and a visit to Marc. The dogs have started shedding in anticipation of Spring. Already. There is clutter everywhere, despite the daily attempt to straighten and clean. Hubby has a belly ache and is still in bed. Baby has just gone back to sleep. Do I get up and clean again, scrape off my car and go get gas, or sit on the couch and watch Netflix?

Sarah B put it perfect, "Sunday is the day of rest, for Mommies." So, the clutter remains and I am going to concentrate on doing something creative today. Not sure what yet, but something. It's been a looooong time since I have done anything more creative then writing a grocery list. For the sake of renovating the 700 sq foot house, my Baby Bits bins and art supplies have migrated 15 miles west to Gramma's house. I tried to find something to stitch or doodle last night to no avail. So, the challenge before I get to work on a project is finding some materials. 

I have set up a few things to keep me motivated today. All things concentrate on ME, as this is a day for ME. I declare it Mary Day for Mary Day. 

1. Post some pictures of beautiful things I have made in the past.

2. Dim Sum with my lady friends. 

3. Bring home my new sewing machine.

4. Shave my legs and paint my toes. Very important.

I called this one "Blanche" and Ches wore it with white hot pants. Her super long skinny legs make it look super hot, despite how old lady-ish it looks on the mannequin. I hand panted the stripes with dye. My lil sisters helped me up at the cabin. My mom hand quilted the stripes to the suit for me. I love this piece. 

A golden moment when Baby Bits was part of this shoot in Small Magazine. Armwarmers, Booties (on the bear), and Hat are mine!

 Still my favorite Baby Bits look so far. High-waisted skirt, Cashmere legwarmers, and Cotton Blouse with hand-dyed silk ribbon trim.

 My most creative project so far. And wearing the first diaper cover I completed with friend, T. At Day 2 (pictured) she was swimming in them, but at 9 weeks she as far outgrown them. Worst part about babies is that they grow up.