my little pink fairy

it's been a while since the last time i did pink saturday. been helper-free since middle of april. after 11 years, finally it's just "us" - our family. all five of us. yes, i asked for it. even if that would mean sacrificing lots of "me" time. blogging and sewing especially. i wanted to live simply and teach the kids to be responsible, learn to do household chores, and be independent.

anyway, on to this week's event. my entry is a thumbelina - yes that's what she said she is - costume that i made for my little one for her schools halloween party.

i managed to whip this up, 3 hours before the 8:00 am party. my plan was to let her wear one of her floral dresses + wings. but... creativity and sewing mojo came in early in the morning and so this came about...

she was very happy and been thanking me endlessly on our way to the party. the smile on her face... priceless!

she merrily joined the games like... pinning the nose on pinocchio...

 finding "under the sea" treasures...

and shooting apples inside the pumpkin...

 

thumbelina was very happy and filled her bucket with lots of treats from other parents. unfortunately she got sick after the party and mom did not allow her to enjoy the candies she got :(.

now, she wants a "purple dress with belt" for her. just like june's dress in little einstein.

Happy Pink Saturday!

it's nice to be back.

Please visit How Sweet the Sound for more pink finds.

pink saturday :: hoola-la!

never thought i'd use this again. the last time i used one was when i was still in grade school. my cousin encouraged me to get one. she trimmed down her abs after using it regularly. after giving birth to her 2nd child, she had a hard time getting back to shape. her SIL gave her a 3lb hula. she used it everyday for 10-30 mins. i saw the result. i had to try it! so off we went to the sports shop and bought this. 

well, of course, it has to be PINK! :D

some info links:
The Hula Hoop - a Brand New Secret Ab Toner
Hooping.org

Hula Video
Hoop Your Way to Weight Loss

Happy Pink Saturday!

Please visit How Sweet the Sound for more pink finds.

pink saturday :: japanese fabric

did i say i heart everything japanice? look at all these eye candies! my little miss has been bugging me to make a bag for her using this pink fab.

 these, i love!

i'm one happy crafty mammie! thanks big sis for these fabulous fabrics that you brought from japan. it's her first time to bring me some fabrics. don't forget japanese craft magazines next time, ok? luv yah!

  Happy Pink Saturday!

Please visit How Sweet the Sound for more pink finds.

easter-rific

my girls are hunting for eggs...

{do you see a pink flower?}

yay! they found one!

and they are very curious...

{oops, there's that pink flower again

and did you notice? my little ones are wearing pink! how fun!}

seriously, they are real eggs from the hen inside.

we were supposed to have 10

but 2 were taken by the puppy

and the other 1 mysteriously disappeared. tsk, tsk...

so, we are waiting for the arrival of 7 chicks! yay!

the kids are thrilled! and so am i.:D

and, and... can i just brag a little?

the clothes on my little girl with pony tail were sewn by mama.

the pink top was made from a scrap fabric. really easy to make.

a rectangle fabric, elastic, and a strap and you are done!

shorts was made from the lower part of dad's pants that i cut short.

i used pink thread of course, wink ;o!

oops...i made a booboo out there!

i accidentally closed the pocket and had to rip! sigh...

oh! do you see my pink buddy?

and the finished product...

worn by my little miss.

  Happy Pink Saturday!

Please visit Bev over at  How Sweet the Sound for more pink goodies.

I'm also linking this to...

and here's s free vintage clipart easter gift for you... from the graphic fairy.

xoxo

Stay safe everyone!

Happy Easter!

summer dress

i forgot to take a pic of the before but here's the after...

a summer dress with blue, yellow, red and PINK floral design..

 it's my niece's blouse that i made into a summer dress for my little miss.

i just love this style. it is so easy to make.
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Happy Pink Saturday!

Please visit LV over at Thoughts from Meme's Corner. I admire her for blogging at 80. And don't forget to visit Bev over at  How Sweet the Sound for more pink finds.

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xoxo
Stay safe everyone!

pink saturday :: buttons

from my favorite cousin...

chock-full of buttons!

lovely...

pretty...

Happy Pink Saturday!
Please visit How Sweet the Sound for more pink finds.

pink saturday :: fit 'n right

my current favorite...

i'm super late.

had some important errands yesterday.

was not able to go online.

my apologies to the early visitors.

anyway, i hope you are all in the pinkiest of health.

xoxo

Happy Pink Saturday!
Please visit How Sweet the Sound for more pink finds.

pink saturday :: stuffed toys

remind me...

of the past valentines...

a special someone *wink*...

gave me pink stuffed toys for the occasion.

and several valentine cards in just one day!

Happy heart's day to everyone!

Please visit Kate at Sensational Color for great tips and ideas in decorating your home.

And please visit How Sweet the Sound for more lovely pink goodies.

pink saturday :: line

what is that line for?

pink line means there's a bicycle lane in that area.

Happy Pink Saturday!
Please visit How Sweet the Sound for more pink goodies.

pink saturday :: wrapping paper

needed to wrap something for a little girl.

i spotted these pink papers.

these are rejects from my brother's printing press.

i asked him to bring me some rejects

for the kiddos to doodle and cut.

 but hey, it is pink !

i sure can use it to be creatively frugal.

  

so i taped 4 pieces together and wrapped the gift like this...

cut several circles and did this...

 

and this...

 

placed a tape at the back...

and voila!

i think that turned out pretty neat.

what do you think?

p.s.

in time for the season of hearts,

a heart shaped tag can be used instead of circles.

  

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Happy Pink Saturday!

Please visit Bev at How Sweet the Sound for more pink goodies.

And let's show the power of pink by way of leaving a comment

to two very special pink saturday posts over at Bev's

and Kelee's The Katillac Shack.

It's for a worthy cause.

pink saturday :: birthday party

waiting... while holding her pink gift bag for the birthday girl

tinkerbell birthday cake with pink flowers and butterflies

curious...

pink glitters and more...

behave...

and... voila!
pink flower glitter tattoo for the little lady...

hers (pink flower)
mine (pink lady bug :D)she was okay, giddy and happy...
until...the clown in pink came in.

first time to see a clown.
she was scared and won't leave my lap.
she only warmed up when the clown gave her this balloon flower...

and because she's not scared anymore,
she had another glitter tattoo -
it's mickey mouse this time.

and even posed for mommy...

and had another one on her leg - it's tinkerbell!
how cute is that?

the loot bag with pink flowers...

with pink bag inside...

she went home happy...

and won't let mommy "erase" her body art - until now!

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Happy Pink Saturday!

Please visit Kelly at The Katillac Shack.
I'm loving her site because of her DIY inspirations.

And please visit Bev at How Sweet the Sound for more pink goodies.