So...I've been a little busy ;)

Sorry I haven't posted in so long! I think this excuse will work though ;)

Around the last time I posted I found out I was pregnant! I have been out of commission. Today was the first time I touched my sewing machine since June. Poor thing. I have been extremely sick. But, I'm learning that the more active I am the better I feel. If that makes any sense. We're pretty excited. I'm due on Valentine's Day! As you can see my little bean in the making.





I surprised my guy with this card. Which I'm planning to make more and list them in my shop with the pregnancy test included. The reaction was priceless. I have been on a card making kick. So, when he saw this one. He did one of those oooh...I haven't seen a card like this before (very sarcastic). Then he opened it to see the pregnancy test. "Huh?? Are you really???" Neat reaction.

Anyway...that's where I have been. But, I'm going to try to keep posting!

Retro Goodness Diaper Bag/ Handbag

Isn't she cute???

I have been working on this little ditty for quite some time. Not sure why I lost my mojo in the middle. But, I started up a WIP Challenge on the EtsyKids site and this was my project in mind. WIP means work in progress. In other words the projects you start and for some reason just don't get back to. I'm so glad I got back to this one.
Like the label that is matching in green? I was playing around with making them when I got a new printer. After the cheapo Lexmark; replace every year printer called it quits. Guess I had a little frustration with it. It took me around 2 months to research the best printer. I ended up with a HP and love it.
See the new handle style? I decided that the handles slip around too much and did what I call the shoulder treatment to the strap. I basically folded the top shoulder resting area of the strap and sewed it together. It still gives the bag the proportion and same great look at the seam by the bag. But, now the strap is easier to use and keep on the shoulder. With little kids that's the last thing you want to worry about.
You can find it here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6129115

My First Menu Plan Monday (late...lol)

I was taking a look at all of the people doing this and figure I can do the same. Now you get to see what I make and what I eat ;) The order may switch around if I don't go to the grocery store.

Monday: Buffalo Chicken & Ranch Quesadillas (made up recipe)
Tuesday: Walking Tacos (The ones in the Frito's Bags)
Wednesday: Something Quick or "To Go"
Thursday: Eating at PF Chang's
Friday: Chicken Enchiladas (from another blogger)
Saturday: Bacon-Potato Burritos (not a tried recipe but sounds good)
Sunday: Bourbon Chicken on White Rice


Now lets see if I stick to it. I have been known to prefer eating out.

SALE on the New Clutch Style Diaper & Wipe Holders

On Sale this weekend! Normally $18 and on sale for $15!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5914337
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5945706
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5935097

My Oversized Burp Cloths Are Awesome...

I'm tooting my own horn...lol. Today I was spending time with friends. All of them had new babies. One of them I made this cheetah print gift set as a baby shower present. She just happened to have it there today. Her little lady was drooling all down my arm and I grabbed her burp cloth. It worked perfectly. Just the right size.

It covered my shoulder and the side of my arm where she was drooling! It was great to see all of that research had gone into the perfect burp cloth. It's a mandatory gift for new moms for me now!

Here are a couple of my others!

They're the perfect size since they can be used as a small changing pad when needed!

PS...for my blog readers I am offering $2 off each oversized burp cloth or Pampered Baby Gift Set until June 10th!!! Just mention you saw the special here. I don't have many in stock but if you email me aculvergirl@aol.com I can make you a custom one from fabric you pick. But, without the custom price ;)

Discounted price $10.99 (normally $12.99 for 1 oversized burp cloth!!)

http://www.etsy.com/search_results_shop.php?search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_74509&search_query=burp%20cloth

Wordless Wednesday's - Summertime at the Beach

I thought it would be nice to include somethings about me. Included with all of my newest items and specials.

Here's my son...

My son playing with the sand.
My son & his Grandpa.

Tackle it Tuesday...the Dreaded toy box!

If you want to tackle it too click here www.5minutesformom.com

This week it's the toy box. I actually just upgraded to a craft basket on wheels...lol. I used to put fabric in it. But, I obviously outgrew it. Now my fabric is all organized by color on a shelving unit. The other was one of those fabric cubes. I do not recommend them for toys! It was pretty much shredded from the in and out of toys. My little guy always complained when it was clean up time because the sides would collapse. So, this worked out for the both of us ;) May not be very stylish in the family room. But, it serves it's purpose! My goal is to build an ottoman with storage and upholster it in beautiful fabric for his toys. It's on my list of things to do!

Anyway...I'm going to sort through all the McDonald's toys and various other toys that always end up in that basket. Tossing the broken, misfit toys and trash that my son feels resembles toys and puts in there...lol.

Before...

All the toys dumped out. I was surprised he actually wanted to get rid of toys with me!

Oooh...did you see the vintage toy??? I found that at a garage sale and cleaned and lysoled it to looking new. It's a fisher price cash register toy with the pretend money. Little guy loves it! I used to play with the same one when I was little. I was watching my friends son and that was the first toy he went to. Maybe I need to start buying the dated toys that don't involve AA batteries!

After!!!