Benefits of Handmade

So what are the benefits of handmade? Do you ever wonder why it would be better to purchase something that was handmade by someone rather then buying it at say Target or any retailer?
Sometimes when I think about it I try to think about what makes me want to buy something that is handmade or custom even. I love the fact that when I make something that I am not just making it to make it. I put thought and love and effort into everything that I create. Whether or not its for me or someone I know or for a customer.
You can't go into a store and get that same feeling knowing that you are buying something and it was made just for you with care. I also do a lot of custom items in my shop that I can put names on or different colors and such. Say you want a specific size, color, and style and its not in the store then you are just out of luck. Not the case when it comes to handmade. Most of the time if you ask the shop owner on Esty or such they will gladly do it to however you would like it.
I communicate with all my customers on what colors they want for which child anklet and what the names for each one. They love the fact that I took the time to find out each and every detail of their order so they get exactly what they want.
Yes sometimes handmade is more expensive then in the store but handmade is a much better quality. You want to know that someone is not just sitting in a factory or a machine didn't make it for you but someone took the time to sit down and custom create something just for you. So next time you want to purchase something then think about going to Etsy and getting something handmade custom to what you want and not just what there is on the shelf.

Festive decorations and such

Had a great and festive weekend! Took my son and his friend to the parade of lights. So we got there about 45 minutes early so we could get a good spot. We found a spot on the sidewalk that was great and we were excite to have a good spot so the kids could see. Well the white line in the street between the sidewalk and the street where the parade was which I think was the shoulder of the road people started to come in front of us. I was so incredibly mad! We were there for about an hour or so cause we wanted good seats with no one in front of us and they came late and just started sitting in front of us and then the kids couldn't see! At least when it started the older lady in front of us let the kids come sit up near them so they could see. Overall it was a fun time though!

We also decorated our house for the Christmas year all but the tree. We are getting a real tree this year so we are getting that this week. I got some houses from my in laws that I was excited to put up cause they have the windows with people in them! I also made my sons stocking 2 years ago and I was very excited to make it and it came out sooo cute! Do you make Christmas decorations or stockings for your family?

Christmas Village Houses

The Church

The Station

The Stocking that I made 2 years ago for my son

Table Topper materials and pattern....

So I got out my table topper directions and the fabric and I have to say I am a little intimidated. I didn't realize I would have to cut all the pieces before I sew them... Oh well guess I got my work cut out for me! Here is a look of the very very beginning of my Christmas Table Topper.

What it hopefully will look like when its done!

Just a thought...shop handmade!

Looking through some of my blogs that I follow I came across this from Wilde Designs.

I love this idea! Even if you have kids and buy the many toys and such that they asked for for Christmas, you could still get a little something handmade! There are many stores on Etsy that have things for everyone in your family. If you are looking for things for your baby then check out my shop at Everything Precious but if its something else you need then search on Etsy!
Here are some of the shops that I really like if you need some ideas!

https://www.etsy.com/shop/FerFoxDesign

https://www.etsy.com/shop/alery

There are many more! Just come check out Etsy!
Thanks for the idea from Wilde Designs! Here is the website for their shop! http://wildemoon.storenvy.com/

Holiday weekend fun!

Well its Friday! We are planning on going to the Parade of Lights downtown Denver as a family and my son is bringing one of his friends from school. We are also gonna decorate the house this weekend! I am super excited to decorate. We will be getting our tree on Wednesday though. Also going to be baking cookies with one of my son's other friends. In the mist of all this holiday fun I am going to try to work on my quilts that I have :) I want to start working on the Christmas table topper that I got yesterday and we shall see if I get it done before Christmas HAHA.

Handmade christmas decor

Got a new Christmas pattern for a table topper to try out!! Might start it tomorrow. I have really been enjoying getting ready for Christmas this year. I love this time of year and Christmas is my favorite holiday. The lights, the tree, the holiday movies, making cookies and everything else! We sat as a family last night and watched them light up the Rockafeller tree on tv. I especially love sitting and watching the Hallmark channel Christmas movies!
Having a 5 year old I think its important to get into the spirit of Christmas and show him that its not just about getting presents, but the importance of the holiday and being with family.

New projects

Its that time of year again! Tis the season for holiday shopping! I am working on a few projects for my family right now, but also going to be trying my hand at quilting soon! My dad bought me a new sewing machine for my birthday/Christmas present this year and I am excited to try it out.

I have made my son a new pillow for his bed for my first project with it and it came out pretty well!

My next project is a baby quilt for my shop. I have the quilt squares and the batting and now I just have to put it together HAHA Easier said then done, but here is what I have so far.

My new sewing machine!