15
Sep

In-Home DIY Spa Kits: Skinny Cow WoCave

As I have mentioned for the last several months, I have been working with the lovely Skinny Cow brand on their latest WoCave campaign. They have been so great to work with and have sent me to do many different activities with my girlfriends that I might not otherwise have done. For the last mission, they wanted me to grab some friends and do some in-home DIY crafty spa activities. Does that sound like fun? I thought so! I had no idea that there were so many different kits available on the market that are great for DIY crafty 'spa-themed' get togethers. I wanted … continue reading

12
Sep

Walnut Basil Pesto Recipe

I've always loved pesto, but my husband.....not so much. He thinks the taste is a little strong and never seems to excited when dinner involves pesto. I decided to try my hand at making my pesto with walnuts instead of pine nuts to mellow and the flavor and I have to say that it was a big success! … continue reading

10
Sep

Three Ring Binder Pencil Case Sewing Tutorial

Today I'm excited to introduce one of our first guest bloggers here on The Cottage Mama. I have a lot on my plate coming up with the release of my new book and will be traveling, teaching and attending quilt market over the next several months. So I decided I needed a little back up to make sure you guys still get the sewing inspiration that has always been provided here at The Cottage Mama. Over the next few months we will have one guest blogger per week sharing a sewing tutorial with The Cottage Mama readers. These ladies are all extremely talented and have some … continue reading

4
Sep

Sewing for Kindergarten: Dresses, Skirts, Tops and More!

Today I am participating in the new series 'Sewing for Kindergarten' hosted by Mie from 'Sewing Like Mad'. Savannah started full-day Kindergarten back in mid-August. It has been such a wonderful experience for her. She said that Kindergarten is the best thing to ever happen in her whole like. However, we had a little trouble with the lunch situation on the first day. … continue reading

31
Aug

Caspian Finn is 2 Years Old

Dear Caspian, Today you are 2 years old. Happy birthday my little man! I was recently thinking about you and what a big boy you are becoming; however, since you are my youngest I was wondering if I will always feel like you are my baby? Your sisters both felt so old to me when they turned two because there was already and new baby in the picture. But not you. I've heard from other mothers that your youngest is always the baby. I hope that is true because I'd like to keep you as my baby forever. … continue reading

28
Aug

The New The Cottage Mama Website and Sale

If you are reading this blog post in a reader or via email, you may not have even noticed that The Cottage Mama has a brand new website! This site has been a long time in the making. I wanted to keep everything all in one place......the blog, the shop, the book, etc. And I wanted it to be easier to navigate and find exactly what you are looking for every time you visit. So from this point forward the blog will no longer be called The Cottage Home, but will be just like everything else.....The Cottage Mama. Click here to come check out the new website! … continue reading

27
Aug

Back-to-School Bateaux Top Pattern: Sewing with Knits

This past week I had the opportunity to sew up the Bateaux Neck Top from 'Wee Muses Patterns' by my blogging friend, Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest. I was excited to get my hands on this pattern as I'm trying to start sewing with more knits for my kids. … continue reading

22
Aug

DIY Rainbow Button Decor

This was a guest post I did over at Kojo Designs for their 'Color Your Summer' Series and now I'm bringing it home. … continue reading

22
Aug

Skinny Cow WoCave: Part 3 Treasure Hunting

As you already know, I have a wonderful sponsorship going on with Skinny Cow brand and have been working with them on their WoCave campaign. For the second mission, Skinny Cow sent my good friend, Jen, and I out for lunch and for a day of antiquing searching for items to add to our WoCave's (aka Woman Caves). So here's a little bit about our fun adventure treasure hunting........ … continue reading

21
Aug

No-Sew Family Sign: Nancy Zieman’s Applique Tour

  Today I'm part of Nancy Zieman's Laser Cut Applique Tour. I'm really excited to share this new product with you all. As you may know, fabric applique's can be very tricky to cut out, especially extremely intricate designs. Well, leave it to Nancy Z. to come up with an easy solution with her new Laser Cut Applique Designs. … continue reading