A new hobby

Pinterset is such a bank of awesome ideas, and when I was surfing one day I came across some crochet projects that were just beautiful and I was suddenly inspired to learn. I really didn't know where to start, when researching I found that all that is needed is crochet hooks and some yarn so I went ahead and ordered these from ebay. I couldn't wait to start. 

YouTube is great for tutorials on anything you would like to learn, and there are many crochet tutorials out there from beginners to advanced. When I first watched one it went completely above my head and I didn't understand any of it. Then I came across a really easy to understand video by HappyBerry Crochet http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dQeq7Hci_qU, she has a very calm voice and repeats steps that are then very easy to follow. I really wanted to make flowers for headbands and this video was perfect. It took a couple of practice runs and there was a lot of undoing but finally I got there and I can't wait to make more and perfect my crochet flower skills before I move on. The possibilities are endless. 

I'm having so much fun with my new hobby. Do you crochet, or have another hobby?

Little Girl Shopping

I have some exciting purchases to share, I've really enjoyed baby girl clothes shopping and just shopping for baby things in general. Who doesn't, right? 

When my DD was born she received lots of gifts that were clothes and all very beautiful but these items are really the first time I've gone proper clothes shopping for her. Here's what I got:

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From left to right:

Blue stripy I love daddy top, £4.50 or 2 for £8. I chose this one and the pink I love mummy top which both came to £8. I picked them purely because of the cute slogans and can't wait for her to wear them  with cute leggings or jeans.

Floral t-shirt dress set, £15.50. I really liked this for spring/summer as it was a different to just a dress. It has braces which can be removed and the skirt of the dress is more like very baggy shorts.

Mini clips, £5. Though she doesn't have much hair right now these will be quick and easy to create simple hairstyles when she does.

Bodysuits, £10. I bought these for cooler summer days to be worn under tshirts or dresses to keep her warm yet stylish.

H&M

To be honest not much in the H&M baby girl section caught my eye, it was all rather boring. I picked up this cute pink hat (£3.99) though for the spring days and a simple navy cardigan (4.99) as my little girl seems to have lots of navy in her wardrobe. 

Gap

Navy leggings, £6.95. I loved the cute bows on the hem of these leggings which can't be seen too well in the picture. 

Colour block dress, £14.95. The simplicity of this dress really made me like it. It was a nice soft material too and comes with bloomers. I can't wait for her to wear it.

Zara

Zara were having a end of season sale and I picked up these sale items.

Left to right:

Checked dress, sale price £9.99. I loved the style of this dress and it's uniqueness to other items in DD's wardrobe. I'd pair it with tights or leggings and a cardigan, perhaps navy or a dark brown.

Trousers, sale price £7.99. I'd mainly bought dresses on this shopping trip so decided to get these stylish trousers. I liked the zips and the neutral colour which will go well with most tops. 

Dress, £9.99. This was a nice surprise as it was marked £14.99 but reduced to £9.99 at the till. It has tiny navy flowers and also a belt.

Mamas and Papas

My last stores of the day was mamas and papas for some toy shopping where the two items were 10% off. 

Activity Spiral, £16.95. As my daughter is starting to notice the things around her I love that this spiral has a few different things she can play with when we're travelling. It has a rattle and chime and looks fun on the car seat.

Tummy time toy and rug, £25.95. Usually tummy time for my little one would be on the changing mat but this rug is lovely. To start its so soft and comfortable and has a few simple toys to catch the child's eye. It's good for helping children to lift their head and lift using their arms and other milestones in the first few months. It also rolls up when not in use so good for saving space. 

Have you purchased anything exciting for your little ones recently?