How to Make a Baby Cowgirl (or Cowboy) Hat

Even though Olivia has spent all 5 months of her life living in a beach city, both of her parents are from the country. So, we had to take her “back to her roots” for her first Halloween. Plus, a baby in a cowgirl outfit is just too cute. This post tells you how to make a cowgirl hat like the one Olivia is wearing.You can make it by hand, or use the machine. I made the first one (pink) entirely by hand, then used the machine for the second one (purple). I’ll give instructions for both.

Taking our family photos reminded me that the time for ordering Christmas cards is fast approaching! I know Christmas is still two months away, but those particular months always fly by faster than I expect.

Last week, we had our first set of family photos taken by my sister Katie and her boyfriend Joey. I love the way they turned out. And, I love this little spot in Long Beach- tall grass, sand, palm trees, wooden boardwalk? Yes, please. Here are the shots that Joey had time to edit and save for me before they left for their long drive home.

My sister Heather and I both use big purses as diaper bags, but we still want a way to keep things organized. Enter: the diaper bag insert. I saw the idea in a parenting magazine late one night at work (before I was even pregnant), and I decided that I needed to make one myself.

Today, Olivia is 2 months old! I took some pictures of her this morning, and I can barely stand the cuteness. Here are some of my favorites…and trust me, I really narrowed it down from my original favorites.