twochicksandamom.blogspot.com

Friday, August 7, 2026

YET ANOTHER ONE-HOUR BABY BLANKET FOR A LITTLE COWGIRL

I have another flannel baby blanket to share with you. You may remember that last summer I shared a ROOTIN' TOOTIN' ONE HOUR BABY BLANKET for a little cowboy who was on his way.

This summer, I sewed a one-hour blanket for a COWGIRL who will make her debut this month. We attend church with her family. Since the family ranches, of course she needed a blanket that speaks to that. I looked on Michael's website and found flannel that was very similar to the Western flannel I used last year, but perfect for a gal!

That cute rattle is 26 years old--it was gift when I had Ali Rose.

Such cute fabric and just right for a Western family! You can find our full one-hour baby blanket tutorial HERE.

Happy sewing!

Thursday, August 6, 2026

FUNTASTIC FRIDAY LINK PARTY 604

Hi to all and welcome to Funtastic Friday! Thank you for the kind words regarding the loss of my granddog, Tracy, last week. People are so kind--there is a Facebook page called Free Pet Photo Edits and those clever people turned out in force to edit a photo of Tracy in different backgrounds or in Heaven. They even added in her favorite toy, a Frisbee!

There must be close to 100 edited photos of Tracy and even some videos--our family was very grateful and 12 YO Isabella was crying happy tears.

I did order memorial plaque for the family from Etsy (Bellacrate is the shop name). We were very happy with it.

Now, onto this week's party!

MEET YOUR HOSTS

PLEASE FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!

Donna & Staci @ Two Chicks and A Mom

Heidi @ Building Our Hive

| Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram |

Michele @ CoastalBohemian

| Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram |

Features from last week:

Thursday, July 30, 2026

FUNTASTIC FRIDAY LINK PARTY AND A SAD GOODBYE

I want to apologize for not getting the party posted on time tonight! The day has not gone as planned. Mainly, my son and family had to say goodbye to sweet Tracy and there have been lots of tears all around. Tracy was a small pup when they found her in the actual middle of nowhere on a lonely Nevada highway in 2011. Tracy was her own dog and, being a border collie, liked to run and run. When she was younger, she almost always had a Frisbee in her mouth, while running. She had slowed down a lot in the past few years and the family knew it was time today. I did get a chance to see her in May when we visited and also was grateful to be able to Facetime her today and tell her how much I loved her.

Tell we meet again, sweet Tracy.

Tracy

2011--2026

Ok, on to the party.

MEET YOUR HOSTS

PLEASE FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!

Donna & Staci @ Two Chicks and A Mom

Heidi @ Building Our Hive

| Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram |

Michele @ CoastalBohemian

| Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram |

Features from last week

MOST VIEWED

Revive Your Space by Thrifting Wonderland

Lucky Draw

Spicy Watermelon Paloma by Homemade on a Weeknight

Michele Pick

How to Wallpaper a Refrigerator by Sonata Home Designs

Heidi's Pick

Homemade Strawberry Cake by Ann's Entitled Life

Donna's Pick

Banana Split Cake by Yummi Haus

If you were featured, please grab a button to share on your blog!

ON TO THIS WEEK'S PARTY!

Party Rules

1. Post up to 4 links.

2. Family-friendly posts only.

3. Old posts are welcome.

4. Comment on at least one post at the party.

5. Follow the hosts on as many platforms as you can.

We are your online friends.

Friday, July 24, 2026

CHRISTMAS IN JULY CRAFTS and SEWING IDEAS

HO HO HO! Happy Christmas in July!

I just recently completed another Christmas sewing project. I have shared our Beary Merry Christmas advent calendar that my friend, Sheri Renae, made for us in the 80s when my boys were young. It is such a fun tradition, and it has been through all of our Christmases since then. We still have it hung up by November 30th so the grandkids can start moving little Beary thru the month on December 1st.

My youngest son, Aaron, sent me a link to purchase the panel last year; he had found it on Etsy. I hadn't seen the panel for sale EVER, so I was quite excited. I did make that purchase, bought some backing fabric and some embellishments, then had the advent calendar ready for him and his family in early December (he didn't send me the link till sometime around Thanksgiving).

Anyway, I wanted to share a few ideas that you can work on this month or any time before the holidays roll around! I like to have my shopping, wrapping, shipping, and meal plans made before November so I can enjoy the time with family and friends. Of course, who doesn't have last minute shopping or errands to run? Let me know if the comments how you handle the busy holiday season.

A BEARY MERRY CHRISTMAS

As I described above, the Beary Merry Christmas Advent Calendar has been in our family for years. I am now in the process of sewing several for family and friends this summer. I hope you will take a peek at the post and view the tutorial, links with tips, and possible purchase links!

DIY HOLIDAY WREATH TUTORIAL

I have several quick and easy holiday wreaths that you can make inexpensively!

HOLIDAY GIFT BAGS

Why not add a little extra by presenting your gift in a DIY gift bag? I still use mine to add a touch of decor around the house at Christmas!

Last but not least, our very popular......

FELT SANTA STUFFED WITH GOODIES

These make fun teacher, Secret Santa or hostess gifts. They come together in a flash, too! I use holiday-wrapped Hershey's Kisses or the mini–York Mints to add some sweet, though Santa is pretty sweet already.