With my dear husband getting a new job, these last couple months have been spent packing, moving, and then unpacking again. My art supplies have been safely boxed away until recently, and I am very excited to finally get back to my creative pursuits.
Hello friends, and welcome back! I hope that you all had a great holiday season full of love, laughter, and family. Also, I want to give a special “thank you” to all of you that supported small businesses with your Christmas purchases this year, and especially those of you that ordered from my Southern Magnolia shop. While I didn’t get much sleep, consumed WAY too much coffee, and binge watched Netfix into the wee hours of the morning, I truly enjoyed crocheting gifts for all of you. And now, after a wonderfully long and busy winter season, I wanted to share a special discount to my Etsy shop and a free crochet pattern!
Because the process for creating the Batman and Flash costumes are pretty similar, I have combined both tutorials into this one post. When you really get down to it, most superhero costumes are just based on slim fit pajamas in various colors and designs. And the cotton fiber used to create pajamas are MUCH more durable than the cheap silky fabric used in store bought Halloween costumes. So why not make your own?
The first of this year’s Halloween costumes is done, and Aquaman has never looked cuter! I started off this project by doing a little bit of research on the various costumes that Aquaman has had over the years, trying to find the right fit for my #3 baby. I decided to go with a classic approach minus the underwear over the leggings look.
Although I never really liked Halloween much as a kid, I have to admit that I am greatly enjoying it as a parent. This holiday really gives me a good excuse to stretch my creative design and sewing skills.
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I love creating things for my three kids. I love sewing their Halloween costumes, crocheting their winter beanies, or designing art for their room. Nothing can compare to the joy on my children’s faces when they receive a gift that was made just for them. One of my favorite ways to do this is by painting custom shirts. With a freezer paper stencil and a little bit of fabric paint, any plain shirt can become an instant favorite.
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