Homemade

Charlotte's room is finally coming along. When we moved in, we quickly painted it, got the crib up, arranged our new bedding set that we love, and washed and hung the clothes. We even put a shelf up on the wall and a couple of picture frames out on the dresser. But...that was in May. And, really since then...not much.

I know, it's not like she cares, or even knows for that matter. But, I know - and that's all that matters sometimes.

Other than the bedding color of pink and brown, we really don't have a theme. I've struggled finding decorations that I like...but, I really have been a bit lazy, too. Well...I think that all ended this weekend!

Friday afternoon, I took the girls on a shopping trip to Hobby Lobby and JoAnn's. We bought up some supplies and Friday night (yep, I'm such a party animal) I went to work crafting away. Saturday night, I found myself at the Scrapbook Barn picking up some miscellaneous paper. And, then again on Sunday...I made a quick trip to JoAnn's.

Here's the latest decorations for Charlotte's room. Yep, crafted and hung this weekend. Yippee!

The piggy bank was a gift - I did not make it

The Charlie sign...I made a while back

Check out this cute little birdie box...I think it's my favorite

I saw something like this similar on Etsy...so, I picked out my paper, and paint, and the canvas wrap...and went to town on my own...

Another Etsy idea...I added my own spin

On a side note...I haven't been to the Scrapbook Barn in probably 5 years. OMG...scrapbooking has certainly come a long way in that time. I found myself browsing and browsing and browsing for literally 1.5 hours. I wanted to buy everything in the store...but, luckily I bought only what I went there for and just spent a few dollars.

I just love homemade stuff...

Lil's Big-Girl Bedroom

Yippee!!

She fiiiiiinally loves it - don't you? I know I certainly do.

I have some thanks to give for the bed:

1. Thanks to Walmart for discontinuing the bed that I originally bought...I love this one waaaaay more!

2. Thanks to Ikea for having the very best prices in the whole world!

3. Thanks to pregnancy nesting - I had all the bedding bought over 2 years ago...one less expense now!

4. Thanks to Brad and Cassie - the mattress fits perfectly. I'm glad we could take it off your hands for you!!

5. Thanks to Bryan for putting it together the very second we got it because I was so excited. And then for moving it around a million different places until I found the place where it worked best!

Doesn't she look so tiny in her big bed??
She loves it!! Well...as long as we leave the door open.

p.s. don't worry - we've got plenty of pillows in case she falls...and she already has.

Trees, Cuddly Bear, and 911

Tonight was eventful at the Campbell house.

Brady got to take home Cuddly Bear yesterday from school. And, since there is no school on Wednesdays - he had it for 2 days. Whew...thank goodness. He has been waiting ever so patiently for his turn again with Cuddly Bear and it finally arrived. Cuddly Bear has gone everywhere with Brady for the last 2 days. They ate chicken nuggets together and Brady even "washed" his hands. Of course, Cuddly Bear sleeps with Brady. Cuddly Bear and Brady went on a jeep ride all afternoon and then spent the day with Jake and Rylee. Brady is thrilled.

Tonight we decorated the tree......I've said in the past that Bryan and I almost divorced putting together the tree the first year. Just kidding - but, sheesh - fake trees are difficult at first. It's like a 4 hour event with the assembly and decorating. Of course, Christmas Vacation and Elf entertained us during the event. Brady is SO getting into movies and loved them both. Lily was more interested in the bubble wrap surrounding the sections of the tree than the actual tree itself. Too cute. Oh, and of course Cuddly Bear was right there with us the entire time. p.s. - I gotta love Costco. We had to take our tree back and exchange it this year due to a strand of lights not working. No questions asked - exchange easy and quick. And...to add to the smooth process...I now am able to use a topper!! I have missed my star topper the last few years with the fake tree as it never quite fit right. But...looks like Kirkland has made some advances in the trees - and now it fits perfect!!! Yeah Costco - I LOVE YOU!

Lastly, on the way home tonight, Lily was playing with my phone, after many minutes of whining for it. While she was playing with it - it rang several times. It's all I could do to get it from her safely while driving...so it took awhile. By the time I got it, 5 minutes later, it was ringing again for about the 5th time. I missed it, but checked the voicemail...EEEEEEEEK!! It was Tempe Police. Apparently, Lily had dialed 911 several, and I mean SEVERAL times. They were calling to say that they could tell a child was playing with the cell phone and that I need to take it away from her and reserve the line ONLY for emergencies. So...OOPS!! If our calls affected anyone trying to dial 911 - I apologize sincerely. Needless to say, Lily did NOT get the phone back and she cried the entire way home.

Lots of fun tonight. Highlights: Tree - decorated, interior - festive, house - lit. Christmas is near. Oh, and I can feel the pure delight and eagerness as Kris Kringle is well underway!

Pumpkins

Don't ya just love our pumpkins!!?? The little pumpkins were painted by Brady and Aunt Ashley. Aunt Karen bought some mini pumpkins and paint for the kids. Isn't the big punkin' just adorable??

It's officially Pumpkin Season!!