Kids’ Gear Giveaway #12 — Fridge & TV Guard from Parent Units

{The winner of the Fridge & TV Guard from Parent Units is Mandy! She said, “One time my son opened the fridge and it got left open (somehow) all night. A fridge lock would be well used at our house!” Email your address to kelsey[at]vanillajoy[dot]com to claim your prize. Congratulations!} Before I had kids, my … Read more

Kids’ Gear Giveaway #11 – Personalized Name Pillow Pattern from YouCanMakeThis.com (CLOSED)

{The winner of the YouCanMakeThis.com pattern is Michelle! She said, “Wow, so hard to choose a favorite, but I actually like the crocheted halter tops by My Little Citygirl. That strawberry top? TOO cute.” Email me at kelsey[at]vanillajoy[dot]com to claim your prize. Congratulations Michelle, and THANKS YouCanMakeThis.com!} Giveaway #11 is for another fun and very … Read more

Mother’s Day Giveaway — $50 Gift Card at Goldsmith Co. Jewelers (CLOSED)

{The winner of the $50 Goldsmith Co. Jewelers is…AMBER! She said, “I have heard fabulous things about the Pandora bracelet. Heard it was quite the rage last night. Would love to be in style!” Email me ASAP to claim your certificate – remember you have to redeem it before closing time on Saturday! For the … Read more

DIY Crib Bedding Part IV: Crib Bedskirt

Making a crib bedskirt is the easiest of all the nursery bedding, and definitely a project fit for beginners. Because our crib is in the corner, I only made bedskirt pieces to go along two sides – only half the work! (I’ll take a better picture once we replace the carpet and get everything situated … Read more

Book Talk: The Giant Jam Sandwich

I have one more nursery bedding tutorial to post and a few other baby sewing projects, but I’m running a little behind. So for a change of pace, it’s BOOK TALK!! I haven’t done book talk in a while, but I’m going to start up again because I love sharing my favorite books and hearing … Read more

How-To: Nursing Cover

Making your own double sided nursing cover is a fun, easy, and inexpensive project. Here are some basic instructions. Materials 1 yard each of 2 coordinating fabrics 20″ boning velcro 1. For the nursing cover: Cut 2 pieces (one from front fabric and the other from back fabric) that measure about 24×36. 2. For the … Read more

Kids’ Gear Giveaway #10 — Scenera Convertible Car Seat from Cosco (CLOSED)

{The winner of the fabulous Scenera Convertible Car Seat from Cosco is Missy! She said, “Just in time! I’m in the market for a new carseat – thanks for the giveaway! I like the green one.” Email your address to kelsey[at]vanillajoy[dot]com BEFORE WEDNESDAY to claim your prize or another winner will be chosen. Congratulations, and … Read more

Kids’ Gear Giveaway #9 — 9″ Portable DVD Player from Audiovox (CLOSED)

{The lucky winner of the Portable DVD Player from Audiovox is… Maren! She said, “HOOOEEEEEE I wants it! This is the type of thing I would probably never splurge for but would love Love LOVE if I had it!“ Email your address to kelsey[at]vanillajoy[dot]com BEFORE WEDNESDAY to claim your prize or another winner will be … Read more

Kids’ Gear Giveaway #8 — Side Rider from Infantino (CLOSED)

{The winner of the Side Rider from Infantino is Emilie who said, “The front2back rider looks great too! This would be fantastic for my little guy who is 21 lbs. Thanks for the chance!” Email your address to me at kelsey[at]vanillajoy[dot]com BEFORE WEDNESDAY to claim your prize. Thanks!} Kids are always wanting to be carried, … Read more

Kids’ Gear Giveaway #7 — Disney Umbrella Stroller from Delta Children’s Products (CLOSED)

{The winner of the Disney Umbrella Stroller from Delta Children’s Products is Sara who said, “My daughter would like the princesses or fairies best!” Congratulations, Sara! Email your address and which stroller you would like to kelsey[at]vanillajoy[dot]com BEFORE WEDNESDAY to claim your prize. Thank you!} Your little man or lady is going to love this! … Read more