Pretty, Pretty Pleats

Quite a few people asked me how I made the tree skirt from my previous post. It all started when I spotted a similar no-sew ruffle skirt project on Pinterest, pinned it, and decided to give it a try. I chose to go with pleats instead of large ruffles in order to achieve a more tailored look. Pleats always remind me of my wedding gown :)

This was a relatively easy project, but it did take a fair amount of time to complete. The most tedious part was carefully measuring and cutting 4 yards of fabric into 3" strips. I used shimmery blue-grey linen in hopes of creating "waves" under the ocean section of our tree. The best part about this project is the fact that it doesn't require a stitch of sewing whatsoever! All you need is a glue gun and a bunch of glue sticks, and you're good to go.

I didn't make a tutorial because there are already tons of fantastic ones out there. Here's a great tutorial if you're interested in making a tree skirt of your own!

Wonka was very curious and tried to keep me company, but he got sleepy a few hours in.

7 hours (and several burnt fingers) later...

Voila! We have a tree skirt!

Happy Halloweenie

After quite the costume fiasco (I'll spare you the details), Wonka wound up in this priceless get-up. Most adorable hot dog I have ever seen! *pinch*

Tricks for Treats

I am having such a blast shopping for Wonka's Halloween costume! I don't normally dress the little guy  in outfits, but I love watching him waddle around in tiny costumes. Wonka was a duck last year. What should he be this year? :)

{Trixie + Peanut, Halloween Playground, Party City, Posh Puppy Boutique}