Teddy Bear Bread

I've had this magazine clipping for a long time, probably around 30 years! I know I've made it at least once. 

I thought it was time to make a loaf for Gracie, using a whole grain challah recipe from King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking.

A success! She wasn't sure whether to play with it or eat it.

So she did both!

When Pigs Fly

A couple of Saturdays ago we bought a new garden sculpture, this flying pig who is now keeping watch over our courtyard.

Packing

I don't usually enjoy packing.

But I'm excited to use these eBags packing cubes.

And this cute toiletry kit from Dakine.

Another Softie Ball

Gracie is inspecting this softie ball I made for our friend's new baby boy. She approves!

Welcome Baby Tyler!

Felt Food

I've been having a lot of fun sewing play food out of felt. My favorite felt source is Felt-o-rama.

Breakfast, anyone? I think my pancake syrup could use a little work but I'm really happy with the bacon and fried egg.

I'm happy with this pizza, too! I enjoyed figuring out how to construct it. You may notice there's a piece without mushrooms. That's because it's a gift for our friends Peyton and Liam. Their mom, Karis, doesn't like mushrooms, so there has to be a piece for her!

I'm making a similar set for Gracie, too. She's too young to do anything but carry them around, chew on them, and toss them on the floor, but when she's old enough to want to play "chef" she'll have a well-stocked pantry.

Pizza

Homemade pizza inspired by this recipe from Stone Soup. The crust is thin, crispy and delicious! My favorite was the one on the lower right, with sauteed onions and mushrooms atop mozzarella and parmesan.

Flowers

Some very pretty flowers Art brought home. I'm having trouble gardening here. Between an unfamiliar climate and limited time, the only flowers we have right now come from the store. I love how flowers brighten a room!