Happy Thanksgiving!

GOBBLE GOBBLE! 

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! This Thanksgiving we have so much to be thankful for. This year has really been a roller coaster of highs and lows. But we've gotten through it all and are blessed to have two little miracles in our lives.  Happy 1st Thanksgiving Bella Rose! Trying to get a picture of both kids smiling or just paying attention was impossible, this is the best we got lol 

We kept with our annual tradition and did thanksgiving dinner at Jay's parents house. Dinner was delicious  Even with the diet (dairy/soy) restrictions I was still able to eat a lot of food!  I seriously ate 3 plates full, but I will say in my defense it was a ton of veggies, so I can't feel bad. lol 

Helping Grandma make mashed potatoes! 

The kids had a great day! In the morning I made breakfast. I attempted to make "turkey pancakes" for Brayden, I think it ended up looking more like a dinosaur or turtle than anything but he loved them so that's all that mattered.  

After Breakfast, Brayden helped me make a sweet potato pie and pumpkin spice muffins! That kid LOVES to cook! He is a pro at the kitchen aid mixer (supervised of course!), has figure out how to work everything on it and is great at pouring, mixing and most importantly test tasting.  As soon as he hears or sees you starting to cook in the kitchen he runs in the dining room and gets a chair and tells you "I cook". He is too cute! I think we have a little chef on our hands, or at the very least he will be a great husband who makes dinner later.  :) 

I decided to make Bella a Thanksgiving outfit, which automatically meant there was going to be a tutu involved. lol I had seen some cute turkey things as inspiration and just kinda went with it.  I think it turned out cute. I wish i had planned my time better so i could have done a little more with the shirt and or gotten a nicer onesie online but oh well. I think it turned out cute!  Of course with a model like her, of course it looks adorable! (i may be a little bias!) For anyone who is looking for something special for their little ones, please let me know or check out my FB page Designs by Cupcake Cuties! Thankfully one of my kids sits still for pics lol 

Bella also turned 4 months on Friday so I figured Thanksgiving would be the perfect time to try her first puree. I plan on making her organic food again but since it was a trial I got a few earth's best pouches to pick from.  We ended up doing sweet potatoes with apple. I know, I know you're not suppose to start with a 2 food combo but she did great.  She really liked it, but like all babies trying new foods made some hilarious faces. Despite her doing well with the puree I am definitely holding off on starting foods full time. We're going to do like we did with Brayden and do a combo of puree and baby led weaning. It worked out great for him. He loves all kinds of food and was on table solids completely by 9 months. Anyway, Bella is doing SO well with her weight gain and nursing that she doesn't really "need" supplementing. I really need to get all her GI issues squared away before I really focus on adding more things to her diet.  

                            I also uploaded a video of her to FB you can check that out HERE  

This face is HILARIOUS! 

Team M auction for SIDS

Make sure you jump on the TEAM M facebook page and bid to help raise money for sids! My "Maddie" tutu designed by her mom Kellie is also up for grabs!! 

PLEASE check it out and support a good cause!! 

CLICK HERE: Maddie-and-Macies-Auction-for-the-American-SIDS-Institute

How BOW-tiful!

I added bows to some of the girls tutu's to dress them up a little! I really love how it completes the look!

Maddie! I think this ribbon may make this my favorite!

Makenzie!

Arianna!

Abigail!

Avery! (previously featured)

Avery and Rachel Tutu's

Avery! Is a tutu designed for my friend Stacy who has a beautiful little girl. She chose the classic white and pink for her little princess. I accented it with a white to pink faded bow! 

Rachel! my g/f Kelly is doing tutu favors for her daughters birthday party! what a great idea! we are doing purple and pink solid tutus since the birthday girl will be wearing a multicolored one.  This tutu is shown in hot pink.  

TUTU Pricing!

I FINALLY got together a formal price list. Ive realized the larger sizes REALLY require a LOT of tutu so that's why they are priced more. All tutu's are done in an elastic waist to let it grow with your child.
    
Classic Tutu (choice of 2)
0-24 months: $18
2T - 5T: $21
Matching or Coordinating bows can be added for an additional $2 
Three color tutu is only $1 more


NEW! DOLL TUTUS! For girls who want a matching tutu for their large dolls: $8.50 
Great for American Girls and other life size babies. I just need a measurement of the dolls waist. 


Not sure what size?!?! Here is an easy guide to help:


Preemie: Based on measurment given

NB-3mo: X-SMALL 14"Waist, 6"Length

3-6mo: SMALL 15-16"Waist, 7"Length

6-12mo: MEDIUM 17-18"Waist, 7"Length

12-24mo:LARGE 19"Waist, 7.5"Length

2T/3T: 20-21"Waist, 8" Length

4T/5T: 22" Waist, 8.5"Length


Some Tutu ideas for that special little girl in your life! Custom combinations are possible!
   * Tinkerbell tutu : lime green and yellow
   *4th of July: red, white and blue
   * lady bug: red and black
   * Phillies: red and white
   * Eagles: teal, white and black
   * Zebra: white and black with coordinating zebra ribbon :) 
   * summer fun: neon orange and yellow


You can contact me via FACEBOOK or my store EMAIL with any questions or orders. 
THANKS!!! 

The Abigail Tutu!

Abigail! is designed specifically for my g/f' Jill's super cute daughter! Her big sister Jessie is a cheerleader and mom wanted Abby to have a tutu to match her cheer outfit!  I have to say I think this is my FAVORITE so far! But i may be partial since teal is my favorite color. This tutu is three colors with alternating double layers of teal/white and teal/black.

It can also be dubbed as an Philadelphia EAGLES football cheerleader tutu, since it's their team colors!!
Phillies/Yankees/NY Giants and other tutu's can be made in team colors!  :)

The Maddie and Arianna tutu's!

Making tutu's is a little time consuming but is a lot of fun.  I've gotten a few more done and I have a bunch more to do. I am taking requests on any colors anyone would like. Bows can also be added for more fun!

I decided that when I make a tutu with new color schemes I am going to name it after that little girl!  So todays Tutus are affectionately called "Maddie" and "Arianna".

Maddie: This tutu is for a mom Kellie, I have been following via her blog: Maddie's Mom She has recently lost her daughter to SIDS and is trying to raise/save money to stay at home when they have their next child. She is such an inspiring woman I decided to help her in her cause and donate a tutu for her bingo auction.She personally chose the hot pink and black color b/c that is the theme of Maddie's room. :)  I just hope it brings her one step closer to her goal.   You can also check out her FB page, she does BINGO to sell off her fabulous bows!

Arianna! My g/f Kelly has an ADORABLE little girl who is always smiling and happy!  I picked the pink and yellow tulle b/c it reminded me of lemonade :)  

Coming soon...my own Baby/Kids Store!!!

I am in the process of starting my own store. I am debating on whether I would like to do an Etsy store or just take orders via my blog and make a FB page/store.

Here is a sneak preview of some of the ideas I am starting. There is much more to come! I am currently making samples and giving them away as fee-bees.  Specifically the tutu's. If anyone is interesting in anything please let me know!

Dark Purple and Hot pink tutu!  This one is for my niece, can be made in any size/colors, I just need to know waist and length desired.

Flower Headbands! These are just starters. I have more color bands and flowers coming.  

Onesies and Shirts! More designs to come.  I am also planning on making shirts for Birthdays with the childs corresponding number in a printed fabric. Personalization is also an option.