DIY Pillows: Saw It Pinned It Did It

I just made these to go on our bed and I just fell in love with them!  

I printed the images on the fabric by running in through my HP printer.  Then I cut out a backing, I just used the same color as the front.  Sewed them together while inside out (wrong sides together). Turned them and then stuffed them with some super soft polyfil. 

Same instructions as the Mr. & Mrs. pillows. I just used a light pink polka dot as backing instead of the white.

Super cute and easy to make!

Easy peasy :)

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my recent buys

You might think it looks like I have had quite the shopping bug lately.. Well you might be right!

The sissy in law and I went shopping at Target before my 38 week appointment last week. Newborn baby shoes $3. 1 pair of baby sunglasses and 4 headbands $4. Set of two baby sleepers $10.. They were too adorable to pass up.

I only went in looking for the 1 pair of baby sperrys but I came out with two. $25 for sperrys and $11 for the pink converse. I got size 2 (3 to 6 months) so she can grow into them and maybe wear them when she is getting into her crawling/walking stage.

$18 for "C" necklace - etsy

Chloes newborn baby gown. $22 

Tory Burch super silver tiny earrings. $13.99 eBay

Anchor jewelry - $12 eBay and did I mention free shipping!?

Bubble statement necklaces. I just love these. $20 for 2 at a local boutique in town.

So I got a few dealz here and there..

39 Weeks

I am planning on taking a chalkboard picture for this week, but I just wanted to go ahead and get this one posted. :)

How far along?  39 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: 42 lbs

 Maternity clothes? Yes definetly. and wearing Chris's t shirts on a daily basis.

Stretch marks? Yes! I just had one appear over night. Right across my belly button. Hopefully it wont be too noticeable later on.

Movement: All of the time. Everyday. All day.

  Food cravings: Chocolate. Boiled peanuts. Im not sure if you girls know about them if you are from up north, but we make our own down here.  Ive been snacking on some of them today and baby Chloe kicks like crazy when I eat them. I wonder if she likes them too ;)

Anything making you queasy or sick: Im not queasy. But the past few days I have just had the worst cold or allergies ever.  

Have you started to show yet: Yep, I think I should take this question out because there won't be a time from this point on that this question will ever say no haha!

  Gender: Girl!

Labor Signs: Oh we had our first, yes first, hospital visit last night. I was having consistent contractions from 2pm yesterday. They were taking my breath away, I couldn't talk while having them, I was still walking through them. Tryed laying down, and sitting no help. Dr said go to hospital if I'm having them 3-5 mins apart for 2 hours consistently so we went.  Well we get there. I lay in triage for 3 HOURS and then they say sorry you aren't dialating any. Go home. Gee thanks for making me lay there so long.  My contractions ended up being 1-3 mins apart while at the hospital.  They said I'm in the latent phase of labor.  For you ladies who dont know what that means, it means you aren't dialating while having contractions bc they aren't strong enough or it's false labor so you deal with them :( They gave me a sleeping pill for last night thank goodness. I dont think I could have slept without it.

  Belly Button in or out? Out

Wedding rings on or off? OFF :(

Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy.

Looking forward to: Meeting our sweetheart.

38 weeks

How far along?  38 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: 42 lbs

 Maternity clothes? Yes definetly. and wearing Chris's t shirts on a daily basis.

Stretch marks? Nope!! Keeping my fingers crossed!

Movement: all of the time. Today she was moving around like crazy after our 38 week appointment. I dont know if she has ever moved so much in her life! 

  Food cravings: Chocolate

Anything making you queasy or sick: Feeling pretty good overall Today I have been kind of like queasy feeling for some reasons.

Have you started to show yet: Yep, I think I should take this question out because there won't be a time from this point on that this question will ever say no haha!

  Gender: Girl!

Labor Signs: I've had contractions a lot today. Had appointment at noon and have a sweep done. Ever since I have felt kind of queasy, and from about 2:30 on I have had contractions, but irregular ones. Ugh Cmon baby girl. Please come out soon! 

  Belly Button in or out? Out

Wedding rings on or off? OFF :(

Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy.

Looking forward to: Meeting our sweetheart.

Took last minute pictures today with my parents. I didn't really have any at all of I being preggo with them, so last minutes ones it was.  I atleast had to have one of each.

Mom has been having a hard time with her health lately. She was in the hospital last weekend and was terrified of me going into labor while she was in but luckily she is out now.  We thought her lymphoma was back, but it not and it turns out it might be another type of cancer. Please pray for her. 

Daddy and I. Wait until you see what he has done to his car for baby Chloe ;)

My wonderful sister in law and I.  She went with me today to my doctors appointment and got to hear baby Chloes heartbeat. Super exciting :)

the bag

Im going to finish up stuff for the hospital bag tomorrow at Target after the 37 week baby appointment. This is what I have packed so far.  I don't want to go overboard on packing a bag but I like to be prepared too.

Mommy:

Comfy PJs to change into

Maxi skirt and tank top to go home in

Socks, Bras, Undies

Mini dryer and straightener

Make up (yes this is a must for me)

Travel size tooth brush etc

A lap blanket ( I always take a blanket or pillow with me to help me sleep better)

Daddy:

A change of clothes

A couple snacks

Travel size tooth brush etc

Baby:

Diaper bag

Car seat (in the car)

A couple onsies 

Going home outfit

Other Items:

Phone Chargers

Any suggestions or am I forgetting or taking too much?

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37 weeks

How far along?  37 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: 38 lbs

 Maternity clothes? Yes definetly.  Maternity shirts are a must. I am still squeezing into regular shorts though. Wearing Chris's shirts while I'm home so I can stay super comfy. And Im using a hair tie to "expand" my shorts. ;)

Stretch marks? Nope!! Keeping my fingers crossed!

Movement: All of the time!! Haven't been sleeping much because of all the kicking 

  Food cravings: Chocolate

Anything making you queasy or sick: Feeling pretty good. If I drink something sweet in the morning I will get sick, but other than that I am good to go.

Have you started to show yet: Yep, I think I should take this question out because there won't be a time from this point on that this question will ever say no haha!

  Gender: Girl!

Labor Signs: I'll get contractions here and there..

  Belly Button in or out? Out

Wedding rings on or off? OFF :(

Happy or Moody most of the time: Its like a 50/50 split between being happy and moody. 

Looking forward to: The hospital walk through this Saturday!

36 Weeks

How far along?  36 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: 36 lbs

 Maternity clothes? Yes definetly.  Maternity shirts are a must. I am still squeezing into regular shorts though. Wearing Chris's shirts while I'm home so I can stay super comfy. And Im using a hair tie to "expand" my shorts. ;)

Stretch marks? Nope!! Keeping my fingers crossed!

Movement: All of the time!! 

  Food cravings: Chocolate and still chili cheese fries.

Anything making you queasy or sick: Feeling pretty good. If I drink something sweet in the morning I will get sick, but other than that I am good to go.

Have you started to show yet: Yep, I think I should take this question out because there won't be a time from this point on that this question will ever say no haha!

  Gender: Girl!

Labor Signs: No actual labor signs. But braxton hicks...

  Belly Button in or out? Out

Wedding rings on or off? OFF :(

Happy or Moody most of the time: Its like a 50/50 split between being happy and moody. 

Looking forward to: Only 4 more weeks of being preggo. *hopefully :)*

35 Weeks

How far along?  35 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: 35 lbs (Okay baby Chloe.. Its time for mama to quit gaining weight now!!)

 Maternity clothes? Yes definetly.  I only have about 3-4 outfits I can wear out now.  Im wearing Chris's shirts around the house to stay comfy though.

I do have one pair of jeans I can still wear with ease and still button them! Pre Preggo Jeans. Super Proud of that =)

Stretch marks? Nope!! Keeping my fingers crossed!

Best moment this week: Finishing up all of the baby shopping. We are all ready for you!

Movement: All of the time. Ive been awake since 6 this morning, it now almost 1 and she hasn't stopped moving at all.  Im starting to think she never sleeps.

  Food cravings: Still.. Chili Cheese Fries!

Anything making you queasy or sick: Feeling pretty good. If I drink something sweet in the morning I will get sick, but other than that I am good to go.

Have you started to show yet: Yep, I think I should take this question out because there won't be a time from this point on that this question will ever say no haha!

  Gender: Girl!

Labor Signs: No actual labor signs. But braxton hicks...

  Belly Button in or out? Out

Wedding rings on or off? OFF :(

Happy or Moody most of the time: Im trying to stay happy. But between mood swings, starting to swell a little bit, and carrying around all this extra weight, Ive got to be honest. You probably do not want to be around me right now. :(

Looking forward to: 35 Week Appointment tmrw :)

34 Weeks

How far along?  34 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: 32 lbs

 Maternity clothes? Yes definetly.  Maternity shirts are a must. I am still squeezing into regular shorts though. Im using a hair tie to "expand" my shorts. ;)

Stretch marks? Nope!! Keeping my fingers crossed!

Best moment this week: Hearing my sweeties heartbeat.

Movement: All of the time! She is definitely began to kick me in the ribs though.  I thought I had felt her do that before, but oh no, this is no comparison.  I swear I feel like she is trying to re arrange my rib cage of some days.

  Food cravings: Sweets. and Chili Cheese Fries. EVERY SINGLE DAY.

Anything making you queasy or sick: Feeling pretty good. If I drink something sweet in the morning I will get sick, but other than that I am good to go.

Have you started to show yet: Yep, I think I should take this question out because there won't be a time from this point on that this question will ever say no haha!

  Gender: Girl!

Labor Signs: No actual labor signs. But braxton hicks...

  Belly Button in or out? Out

Wedding rings on or off? OFF :(

Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy most of the time. 

Looking forward to: Birthday weekend getaway with my sweet husband. Orlando here we come <3