As summer comes to a close I find myself falling into the ways of fall.  This bag I completed a few days ago makes me think of bonfires, long jeans, wool socks and hooded sweatshirts that smell like bonfire smoke.

I'm not sure why, but I always tend to rush the seasons, reaching for the next one as if it will never get here.

I have been sewing an unusual amount lately due to many trips to the market.  I am feeling the need for a vacation.

Although I'm incredibly lucky to be staying home with my son, some days I feel like I haven't really spent time with him.  Between the stitching, running errands and trying to maintain a household, I still miss out on those quiet moments.

Vowing to improve quality time with family and friends, this fall I want to sew less yet produce more and learn to turn off the computer to take a break. 

Check out my new bags in fall colors at my etsy site, or come visit me at the Mankato Farmers Market while summer still lingers.

Thanks for all the positive responses I have been getting, I really love the feedback.

So, I have already fallen off this blog wagon...it has been over a week since my last post.

I am working on so many new projects; I am excited about each and every one.  I have started a designer line of dog collars...since we dog folk are crazy.  Anyway, the dogs name and phone number will be embroidered right onto the collar!  Any of you out there who are constantly replacing those cheep little metal tags, replace them no more.

I have also finished several custom crib bedding orders and I really love them!

Axel and I spent some time at my parents last week and were able to get some quality R and R as well as some sewing done.  I am mass producing things for the Mankato Farmers Market and I am hoping Etsy business picks up in the fall. 

My patterns are available locally at FireFly quilt shop, and I have to give them a plug because I am hoping my pattern sales there as well!  Live GREEN...buy LOCAL!

Jahred...my adorable husband, is going back to school on Monday.  Wish me luck as I balance a business, sewing, a baby and Jahreds school.  I am looking forward to his application to the nursing program and I am praying they see the potential in him and the wonderful asset he will be the the program.

So as you can see, I basically sit around all day and thus have no excuse as to why I am not blogging.

Enjoy this last bit of summer.  It flies by!

So I was thinking of something witty to say in my blog today and I still haven't come up with anything...this is loads of pressure!

I created a new "leaf bib" pattern today and I really like it.  I also purchased an infant shoe pattern from a girl on Etsy...I guess I like my own patterns better.  The shoes are cute, but not very functional...I like function.

I am really excited about a custom crib bedding order I am working on.  It will have a matching bear, bumper and skirt.  I am excited for the new little baby that will sleep next to my stitches.

I never expected to touch lives when I started sewing as a career.  There was one woman in Georgia who I made a zipper waist pouch for (to go under her clothes).  She lives in a rough neck of the woods and said the waist belt would change her life; she can stop fearing a constant threat of being mugged.  WOW...who knew.

I love my job.

I am stepping into the modern world by starting a blog.  People tell me it's a wonderful way to connect with people and get your name out.  I am still skeptical but I'll give it a shot. 

My concern here is that I really don't have much to say thats interesting, so I guess I will focus on photos of new projects, fun events or just say nothing.  Sometimes less is more.

I have to give credit to a friend "JennaLou" for getting me started with all this, I don't know whether to thank her or strangle her for pushing me over the edge of this rollercoaster.

Project for a hot August day.  So I decided I would attempt toy making...since my little guy is getting into toys.  This first whack at a bear...looks more like a mouse...don't judge me.

I was planning to give it as a gift to Jahred's cousin for a baby shower...not sure if I will.  I don't know if it's more of an heirloom or a conversation piece...maybe both.