Winning is SEW FUN!

Ok, what better way to return from a beach vacation than to WIN fabric??? Well, if you are a fabric enthusiast like I am, not much else tops it!!! (maybe winning ORGANIC, not even released to the public yet fabric! yea!!! I'm still pinching myself!)
Before we left, I had participated in a "blog hop" of some of the most amazing fabric designers....ALL of which promote and use organic materials, and they were each, can you believe it, GIVING AWAY some of their fabric to celebrate Earth Day. Fun right?!!! There were 12 in all, and I won one of the giveaways!!!! Not only did I win, I won my most favorite!!!! :) It's from the newest collection offered by Jennifer at Monaluna. Isn't it GORGEOUS!?!!?!!?!!?! Needless to say, I am sooooo excited! I went to sleep imagining what I would make....that is if my daughter allows me to keep any of it for myself since it was her favorite too!
In addition to Monaluna, I learned more about so many amazing designers and discovered several I didn't yet know about. I love that organic fabrics are becoming more available and in so many incredible designs and colorways!

I'll post pics of what I do make....after I stroke it, fold it, stare at it on my cutting table, change my mind multiple times as to what to make, and then finally get up the courage to cut it! :)

FUN! FUN! FUN!

Still Dreamin....

....but about something different now! :)
When I imagine being able to help someone, really help someone, it's not just an immediate "fix" I hope to create, but rather a lasting, ongoing impact. I learned of this motivated organization yesterday who is doing just that and had to share! It's called 3Seams.
They saw a need, 98% of a countries population unemployed. (wow! and we thought the US unemployment rate was bad!) Their Mission, "To reach beyond ourselves through children's clothing, promoting global interaction, and putting faith and love into motion!". How they intend to put feet to this mission....this is my favorite part!!!! This is where sewing and children and the lasting impact come in!!!
"The goal of ‘3seams’ is to have funding for FIVE seamstresses by the 5^th of May when we return to Haiti! $500 will get a woman the training and supplies she needs to get started. These women will be sewing children’s clothing that will eventually be available through the ‘3seams’ clothing line (Hopefully by Fall 2010)! Please consider and pray about how you can be a part of this project! $2500 will start 5 women on the road to a new life! You can help make a difference!" (for complete details check their blog here.)

In addition to providing a means of income for these families....yea, that's not all!!!....
"Our company creates opportunities for people to purchase clothing for their children while at the same time supplying a child in need with an identical piece. Each piece of clothing is made in sets of two. One piece goes home with the buyer and one is donated by 3 seams to an organization that ensures a child in need will receive it! Not only does a child somewhere around the world receive a much needed item, but the child here in America knows that there is a child somewhere else in the world wearing the exact same dress… or pants… or shirt…." ...and that their purchase made a difference! GOOD STUFF!!!!

This is the kind of thing that just makes sense to me! So many things being tackled here... poverty, unemployment, the needs of a child - whether that be physical, by providing clothing, or educational by providing the knowledge and opportunity to contribute outside of one's self. Please consider getting to know more, sharing about or supporting the efforts of 3Seams and be blessed!

EXCITING! INSPIRING! REAL....TANGIBLE....DIFFERENCE!

Dreamin'......

What A Day!

What a wonderful day! You know, the kind of day you just soak up, every moment. We spent the whole day outside and it was great! For those who home school, maybe this will offer a reminder of one of your days like this, refreshing and fulfilling....or maybe you even had the same kind of day today! And for those who don't, maybe this will offer a glimpse into our world. Either way, hope it brings a smile! :)

sunshine.... planting dandelions.... reading books.... snack time.... bandaids.... butterfly wings.... bird songs.... bugs, LOTS of bugs!.... dirt.... fresh air.... brothers.... bicycles.... tiny frogs.... squeals.... sticks... compound eyeballs.... camouflage.... cool breeze.... so blessed.... chipmunks.... picnic lunch.... laughter.... bright.... "did you love me when I was in your tummy?".... cat scratches.... sisters.... bare feet.... Junie B. ... building a terrarium.... sand box.... sword fights.... digging.... 3 toed sloths.... tree bark.... baseball bats.... green grass.... pet shops.... crickets.... pirate ships.... hugs.... feathers.... giggles.... egg + sperm = baby.... cushy moss.... thankfulness.... inch worms.... graduation day.... colors.... being together.... sidewalk chalk.... whale talk.... surprises.... sweet neighbors.... mommy's lap.... fun... pictures!.... flowers blooming.... remembering why.... fire truck.... imagination.... Kevin.... memories.... dirty faces.... "Daddy's home!".... dinnertime.... MOVIE NIGHT!

Beautiful Mess!!!

I heard this song for the first time yesterday and fell in love! It spoke to my heart so deeply and reminded me that God truly does love me just as I am, a Beautiful Mess. Then, as He would have it, it was the song that the alarm clock woke me with this morning....that's cool! :)

Cambodian Outreach - GOOD STUFF!

I recently shared about Children In Families (CIF) and wanted to link you to their new website. By the grace of God, the Jones family is being used to make a difference and it's very exciting! Check them out when you have the chance, Cambodian Apostolic Ministries, and pray for their efforts and increased support.