baby bibs and burp cloths

 I made these inexpensive burp cloths by using cute fabric on one side, and white soft fabric on the back. I am sorry I do not know the name of the white fabric, but it was $2.49 a yard at Wal-mart. I like the raw edges look, so they were super easy to sew back to back.

 

 Then I made a few sets of washable nursing pads with the same white fabric.

 Here's one of the bibs I made. It also has the raw edges and then velcro on the neck. I just LOVE this Chevron fabric. :)

baby favor jars

We gave these little jars out at the hospital to our delivery nurses, doctor, etc. Also to those who came and visited us at the hospital, and those who brought us dinners. Half of them just said  "Thanks" and the other half said "Thanks for sharing this special time with us!" They are just 2 oz jelly jars, with blue treats in them and cute fabric over the top. They were easy to make and so fun to give out. We were also able to include big brother and let him fill them with candy. 

baby owls

 My new baby's nursery is owl themed. Here are some pics:

 First, the mobile. I wanted owls and in the colors that would match his room. So, I took an old mobile apart and just used the bones of it. (It was an $8 mobile from Ross).

Then, I sewed these little dudes. They are just fabric, with felt eyes and beaks. I stuffed them with pillow stuffing.

I covered the rest of the mobile with fabric and put it all together. 

 Then I made some more owls just like these, but big, for pillows. I used stuffing to stuff the body, but cellophane to stuff the wings so they are "noisy."

Then I made a blanket to match. I put stuffing under the owl and the polka dots so it will be fun for the baby to touch.

Also, I made this banner to pull all the fabrics together. It was super easy. They are each backed with grey fabric so they aren't so flimsy. They have raw edges. 

I had so much fun getting ready for our little owl. 

Favorite Baby Gifts

So since having my first child, Baby gear has come a long ways!  There are so many new baby items that I have really enjoyed on my fourth.   I decided to make a list of my new must haves for babies.  (In no particular order) You will be thanking me next time you need a Baby Gift!!!

First is the Boon Squirt Baby Food Dispensing Spoon.  Just scoop the food into this spoon and you can easily feed your baby on the go or at home.  Bought mine at BabiesRus.

Get this item at Amazon.

Next is the Wubanub.  Pacimals are also similar.  Never  used it but I've heard they are great.
This is also at Amazon.

This is the Nuby Wide Neck Bottle With Handle.  Great for transitioning to sippy cups.  Why weren't bottle always made with handles?
Link to Amazon.  Also at Walmart.

I LOVE the Carters Binky Clips.  Use it every day when we leave the house.  Haven't lost it yet in 8 months!  The Elephant is Super cute.  
Buy it at Carters.

I used a Swaddle Me Blanket every time my baby slept until 8 months.  Love it!  I bought the size Large and it worked the entire time.  Link to Amazon.

I haven't used this either but my Sister in law loves it.  800 plus reviews gave it almost 5 stars.  
Get it here on Amazon.

Robeez shoes are the best for staying on tight.  
Here on Amazon.  Target also has a knock off brand.  

These are more expensive but this is about as cute as it gets for a little boy anyway.
Amazon Link

Love these blankets for swaddling.  Especially for summer because they are lightweight.
Link to Amazon.

I don't have this but wish I would've gotten one.  Really I wish I had invented this.  The description says it all

"Helps sleep-deprived new parents remember baby care details".  What a great idea!

Link to Amazon 

I know a lot of us make our own car seat canopies by now.  This one by JJ Cole is just as cheap as buying your own fabric and I like that the elasticized outer band.  I would never be able to make that right.
Link to Amazon.

This one is more expensive but super cute and I love the windows.
Amazon Link.

This is still my favorite Baby Book.  The magic cycle is to get a baby to EAT, STAY AWAKE, & then SLEEP over and over.  Helps get a baby to sleep through the night as well as keep a routine.  Love it.
Link to Amazon

Love this Crib aquarium by Baby Einstein.  I have a similar one.  

Link to Amazon.

My FAVORITE baby bouncer.  Vibrates and plays music.  Super portable.
Link to Amazon.

I don't have this but has great reviews.

Amazon Link

This is what we use for our Baby Camera.  It links to my smartphone so I can watch the baby from another room or outside.  Also I can turn it from my phone to get a new angle.  Can't tell you how much I LOVE this!  Amazon Link

This sign is my favorite Baby Gift.  Get it Here

free digital kits

Check out these adorable FREE digital scrapbooking kits by Allison Kimball.
Click Here
then click on free digital kits/printables