Crochet Inspiration #4: Crochet Dolls

After visiting my Little J, on Saturday, I knew I had to start searching out more crochet patterns. You see, a few years ago, I made her a bunch of Disney Princesses for her birthday. I also bought her a big book of Disney Princess Bedtime Stories. She LOVES them all!

Part of it, is they were made just for her. And I've only made one other little girl, that she knows, these dolls. So they are special. Something that not many people have. And she told me, she loves them, because I made them.

But what to make this sweet girl next? I've made her purses, and different things for holidays. I've never made her a blanket. Which is next on my list. But I wanted something she could play with, and love. In comes, one of my favorite blogs...Jenny and Teddy.

I've made quite a few of the toys, from Jenny and Teddy. Both free patterns, and patterns I've bought. And you know what? I LOVE them all! They are easy to follow. Work up fast. And turn into the cutest dolls!!!

There is roughly 6 weeks, until Little J's 4th Birthday. And I want to make a few things for her. A blanket being one. Maybe a little bag, to carry her dolls. And these 3 dolls...

First up, is Bella. I just think she is a cutie. I would probably just change the color of her dress. Little J, happens to be a big fan of pink and purple. Big shock there, I know! I think this doll would be cute in hot pink!

Next up, would be Leena. Pretty similar in style. But I do enjoy her little hair style. Something different, from the typical amigurumi dolls and toys. I'm thinking this cutie, would be cute in purple. Something on the darker, yet bright side. And definitely, I'll be adding some shoes.

Last up, would be Kate. I'm thinking something in a turquoise color. Bright and fun. Something that coordinates with the other 2 dolls. Maybe change up the hair color. We'll just have to see.

I know, this is a ton of work! But I have 6 weeks. And it's for a special little girl! Which, honestly always makes a project fun! The bonus being, that Little J really enjoys playing with homemade toys. Girl has got a ton of toys! But always goes back, to these little crochet toys and purses, that I've made her. ❤

Music Monday #4: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

It's crazy! This song reminds me of so many females, in my life. Young and old. All strong. Each one of them, wanting to have fun!

I think of my little Emma Grace. All the singing and dancing we'd do. Every single time, we heard this song. Yes, it became a "thing" in my circle of friends. And they'd make sure to play it, at every single wedding, birthday party, baptismo, get together, whatever.

Then Miss Abby started to love it. And her Nono, he would act just as silly as me. Because, that's what we do. To see those perfect little smiles.

I can also recall, many of my family members, young and old, loving this song! Dancing their hearts out. Being silly. And just having a good time. Let's not forget, all the times my country loving Daddy, would blast this for me. On our 2 minute ride to school! :)


Then this past weekend, we went to visit some friends. That have definitely turned into family. The kind, that you never saw coming. But oh, you get on your knees, and Thank God that they're in your life!

We went to see a new baby boy. Welcome him into the world. His big sister and I, well in her words, "We're besties for life!" And really, that is what I feel, for the almost 4 year old. Who stole my Dad's heart. And mine!

While I was sitting in her room, knee deep in Sofia the First Princess dolls and castles, she took my phone. To jam to YouTube. And that my friends, would lead me right back, to this song. It's just that kind of song. That puts a smile on your face. And a wiggle in your booty.

We danced around her room. And every single time it would stop, she would replay Girls Just Wanna Have Fun! By the end of our impromptu 4 hour play date, my bestie for life, was singing all the lyrics. On her microphone. As loud as she could. Baby brother, I'm sorry. But sometimes, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun! ❤

Crochet Inspiration 24: Snowman Purse

'Tis the season. You know...candy canes, Christmas trees, and Santa. Did I mention that I haven't decorated. At all! This is not me. I usually have the entire house, outside and in, decorated. Like every surface is covered in something glittery, shiny, or twinkly.

But this year, I just haven't been into it. In 10 days, we are having our company Christmas party. I got to get moving on this stuff. I haven't even done 10% of my Christmas shopping. I know. I know people. 16 days until Christmas...

So I've been looking for some crafting inspiration. Especially, for the little ones. My Little Cousin J has LOVED everything "Snowman" since I can remember. Frosty is her guy. She will watch Frosty the Snowman...at least 100 times. That's between Thanksgiving and Christmas. After Christmas, they hide the movie from her!

She'll be 5 next month. And is now in Pre-K. So I've been hunting down a little something special for her. I wanted a little bag of some sort. Something she could carry with her. She likes to have little bags to stash her ice cream money, lipgloss, and special little toys. I did a quick search on Etsy, and look what I found...

A snowman purse! I about died. The cuteness alone, just got me. And honestly, this close to Christmas...with chemo and everything else we have going on...I should just buy it. But my Little Cousin J, she just adores when I make her stuff. :)

I think I can have this little gem, made in about a day. I'm thinking a purple "hat" with pink cheeks. Her two favorite colors. And maybe, if I have time, making a pink one for my pal Little J. I think these are so much fun! Better than the stockings, that I was going to write their names on. Bonus...I already have tons of treats to fill them with! Happy Tuesday! ❤