Roman's Christmas Wish List

Making a Christmas list for Roman is so much fun! I am coming up with fun ideas every day! I am so excited to celebrate Roman's 1st birthday and Christmas next month. Roman is into everything and growing out of his baby toys, so I am looking into toys he can pull, push or ride. I like the idea of some Christmas themed gifts like books, stocking or PJ's. I also really want to find a nativity set for kids. When we go visit my parents I usually use my luggage for Roman, so I'd like to get him his own bag. Another idea I had was to get him his own stationary for thank you notes. Roman might be a little spoiled this time of year! 

Christmas Gift Wrap

I am so excited about the holidays! I have started making Christmas lists and thinking about how I will decorate our house. Everything is different now that we have a baby. I have always loved Christmas, but having a child makes it even better! I can't wait to start traditions with him.

Every year I like to have matching wrapping paper. I like to do 2 different styles one to designate each of our families so I don't get confused on who "mom" is. I have been using tan craft paper the last few years, but am looking for different ideas this year. I really like the buffalo check or stripes. Some of my favorite places to look for gift wrap are the Paper Source, Amazon, TJ Maxx and Target. Here are my ideas for this year.  

 

DIY bandana bibs

I have been wanting to make these bibs for months now. Roman has been drooling basically his whole life and we change his bib a couple times a day. I wanted something cute for him to wear, since it's part of his every day outfit. The nice thing about these bibs is that they have snaps instead of velcro. It's so frustrating when his velcro bibs ruin other items of clothing in the wash.

I knew these would be simple to make, but never found the time. My parents kept Roman for the weekend this past weekend and I finally finished them. I'm pretty happy with how they turned out and am kicking myself for not making them sooner.

I chose a couple of knit fabrics as well as an absorbent terry cloth fabric to make them double-sided.

I used this free pattern and tutorial I found at See Kate Sew.

Apple Picking

We took Roman to pick apples and pumpkins last weekend. It was such a fun experience! I have never been to an orchard before, so it was a first for me too. We went to Pleasant View farm, which is in Fairland, IN. It was about a 20 minute drive from our house. I would definitely recommend the farm. They had a little store and excellent concession stand. We went early in the morning and beat the crowd. As Roman gets bigger it's fun to do more activities with him. We had a great time!

Favorite Fall Trends

Fall is my favorite trend season. I love to watch and follow the new trends every year. I think fall is  most significant season for me when it comes to new trends. Some of my favorites this year are:  

Capes and Ponchos
High neck/turtle neck dresses and tops
Suede anything
A-Line skirts
Lace up flats
Flare Jeans
Culottes
Pussy bow blouses



 

A- Line Skirts for fall

Patterns: New Look 6346, Simplicity 1717, Burda Style
Skirts: All ASOS

 

I really like the A-line skirt trend for this fall! I'm thinking about making one. This would be a very easy project and a good one for beginners. I think my biggest problem will be finding fabric. I'd love to find a suede or corduroy fabric.

Favorite Fall Baby Boy Clothes

 

Top Row: Old Navy, H&M, Carters, Old Navy

2nd Row: Old Navy, Old Navy, Gap, Carters

Shoes: H&M blue hightops, Carters, Old Navy grey high tops, Gymboree orange high tops

Pants: all H&M

 

Feeling pretty excited about dressing Roman this fall and winter. Now that he's a little bigger it will be fun to dress him up in more than just onesies and PJ's. I have found some really cute items to add to his closet. I like to dress him like a mini Dan, in skinny jeans and button ups. Above are some of my favorites!