It’s hard to believe I’m 23 week pregnant already! It seems like it’s gone fast… yet at the same time, March 1 seems sooooo far away.
As you can see from the photo above, my butt is growing pretty much in proportion to my belly. This is a mystery to me, because I’ve never had much ‘bass’ if you know what I mean. I’m sure this phenomenon is directly related to my constant hunger pangs and everything-bagel cravings.
I’ve still got tonnnns of energy, and am trying to get the most out of it before the 3rd trimester zaps it like Olaf on a hot summer day. But stooping, bending, and getting up off the floor are starting to be a little cumbersome. It seems a little early for that, doesn’t it?
I’m often asked about how this pregnancy compares to my last (twin) pregnancy. I would venture to say that I was a little sicker and tired-er this time around, believe it or not! But I’m banking on the 3rd trimester being less uncomfortable. I certainly won’t be complaining though… it’s just fascinating to be able to experience both a twin and singleton pregnancy and be able to compare!
One thing I was lucky to avoid last time was HAVING A HERNIA. Have any of you ever had a hernia during pregnancy? My sister-in-law Sarah discovered it when she was molesting my baby bump (we have that kind of relationship). Since nothing can be done about it until I’m no longer pregnant, I just need to deal with it and be sure to press when I’m sneezing or coughing. TMI? Is this grossing you guys out? Sorry… real life here.
ANYHOODLE!
I’ve been thinking/dreaming about making a quilt for baby girl to hang on the wall behind the crib in the nursery. I’ve never made a quilt before, but it’s totally on my imaginary DIY bucket list. Check out all these ADORABLE quilts I’ve been finding as inspiration!
Several of you have been asking about sending a baby gift… which is TOTALLY UNNECESSARY! We’re having a girl, and have an over-abundance of girl-related items and clothing already. However, I’ve been thinking of a meaningful way to let everyone feel involved, AND I would love it if each of you would send us a piece of scrap fabric for our quilt! You know how sentimental I am, and I think it would be so meaningful and awesome!
It doesn’t have to be very big. 12”x12” at the most. And you can just fold it and pop it into an envelope! This is going to be so much fun! I can’t wait to see what you guys send and get started on this quilt! Here’s our address:
- Reality Daydream
- PO Box 1647
- Marshalltown, IA 50158
I’m hopping on a plane for North Carolina today… and leaving daddy-o to play Mr. Mom for a few days. I’m hoping that between the 3 of them, they’ll have the bathroom vanity built by the time I get back. Bahaha! NOT. Be sure to follow his Instagram for all the daddy/daughter drama.
The link #11 is bringing me to #1. I know this is an old post, but do you have any info on it? Name? Designer? Thanks!
Hey Denise! The link was taking you to the right website, you just have to scroll down a couple posts. I found the direct link for you here, and I’m going to go change it in this post too. Thanks for letting me know! http://www.vanessachristenson.com/2013/04/v-and-co-reverse-hopscotch-done.html
Either take a class at a fabric or hobby store or use Jenny Doan’s tutorials. She is terrific.
Good luck with your new baby. My baby is 48 years old, but soon I will be a great grandma.
I also just came across your blog (through pinterest organizing stuffs) and I LOVE IT (and your sense of humor)! I’m so excited to learn you are expecting. I’m due mid January & am solidly in the nesting phase. I’m dying to make a wall like the one in your girls’ room. But on a more practical side, DH is going to make the roman shade for our back door 🙂
Anyway – I have a huge fabric stash & will send you something fun. Can’t wait to see what you do when you get to nesting 😉
I’m definitely entering the nesting phase… so fun! Although nesting would be much easier if I wasn’t waddling. 🙂 Can’t wait to see the fabric swatch you send! Thanks so much! And good luck with the Roman Shades! It’s such a fun project!
I just stumbled upon you through a Pinterest link and see you want to make your first quilt. You should check out Missouri Star Quilt Co. tutorials on You Tube. Easy and fun!
I’ll definitely check it out! Thanks Linda!
First of all, you look STUNNING! Seriously, cutest pregnant woman in the world! I never get much of a bump… just looks like I have consumed an unusual amount of nachos (which would be true too, i guess). But I LOVE this idea! I’m a little late reading blogs, so I hope you’re not done with the quilt yet! I have the PERFECT fabric to contribute. And luckily, today is errand day, so I’ll be dropping it off at the PO this afternoon. Love your guts! Thanks for keeping us all involved and included.
HOLY COW!! I am inspired to try this! Will definitely send you a picture IF I can pull it off so embarrassed this was supposed to post to your amazing shaded furniture piece
Just came across your blog and happy to see another pregger! I’m just a little bit further along than you at 26 weeks and I can’t believe it’s going by so fast as well. Part of me can’t wait to meet my little guy but another part of me hopes the next few months don’t go by TOO fast because there’s still so much to do before he arrives! lol
You look so cute. 🙂 I just mailed off a scrap. I hope you can use it!
-andi
You should do a flickr? group to show what you have received as you get it! I’ll be looking through my stash for something that would look cute!
I would love to send a piece of fabric! and those quits are amazing. I never liked quilts but those are nice.
I made my first (and last) quilt this past year. It took months and it was only squares. I think it’s the part where all the corners have to meet at one point which causes so much grief for first timers. #8 is obviously the easiest, but you would need long strips rather then 12-inch squares. #10 looks the second easiest since it also has no corners to meet up, and you could cut any fabric you get into short strips. It would be kind of like your painted backsplashes. Don’t forget about batting, backing, actual quilting, and binding. Oh, the fun you’ll have arranging all your colors!
I really love 10 & 2. Any specific colors you want?
I am loving the quilt choices, but am especially curious as to how you will hang the quilt! I was given one for my boy, and have never quite figured out how to hang it, and where!
I love #2, #3 and #9. They are all so fun! What a great idea! I am with the rest of these people. We would love to contribute in some way. They helps ease our pain! LOL!! By the way, you look beautiful!
Style 2 and 10 are so your style. I can’t wait to send you some fabric 🙂
She will cherish that quilt forever..its a wonderful idea. I am in love with the design of 11 and 4.
Oohhhh be warned… once you start, you can’t stop. It’s becomes very very very addicting. I made my first quilt for my son about two years ago. He was only a few months old…now I’ve gotten several others done.
Their nursery is different shades of pink, mustard, turquoise and black. But I don’t want to limit you! Send whatever YOU like! And I’ll definitely be checking out crazy momquilts… I’m gonna need all the help I can get! 😉
Yes, I’m planning to do something fairly simple… and I may or may not be recruiting my mom to help a little. I don’t even know where to start! Thx for the tips. 😉
I love, love, love your quilt idea! Plus, this gives the the excuse I needed to sort through my fabric stash, as it’s a mess after making Halloween costumes for the kids.
Also, welcome to the Old North State!
You’re gorgeous, Bethany! And I LOVE your quilt idea. And might I add that you wouldn’t need such a large quilt if you’d come live in the South with us. XOXO
Since you’ve never made one, I would stick with squares/rectangles/strips…in other words straight lines! I made a charm quilt once where no two squares were the same print. I just had 4 inch squares and arranged them to make a rainbow diagonally (reds in top left and flowing to purples in bottom right. Easy and beautiful.
I LOVE your idea of sending a piece of fabric!!! I will so totally do this!!! And have a blast in NC and say hi to all my Moville friends for me, okay???
Yayayay! Will DO!
Any guidance on the fabric? Colors? Prints? It’s a great idea! Can’t wait to pick something from my stash. You know crazymomquilts? You should check her out.
I like 2, 9 & 10