Whiskers on kittens

Call me sentimental, but my most treasured possessions (other than my wedding ring and the jewelry that was passed down to me by my mother and late grandma Kathryn) are the knitted and crocheted blankets made by my mamaw or grandma along with all of my cross-stiched Christmas stockings made by mom. What makes them special to me is not only the fact that they were made by the hands of women that I admire and adore, but that they took the time and effort to complete them. I also love the 'one-of-a-kindness' of all things handmade.

Here are a few of my favorite things that were given to us and to Samuel as baby-shower gifts:

When I first saw this I thought it came from Pottery Barn Kids, but after finding out that my friend Lauren's mother had made this for Samuel, it became even more precious. I even love the little tag she attached. It has washing instructions written on the back. I can't wait to see it on his little punkin' head! 

Brandon's step-sister, Laura, (lovingly a.k.a. "Fox") is ridiculously talented at sewing. She sews clothes for her dogs kids as a hobby. You wouldn't believe some of the things this woman is capable of on a sewing machine! Anyhow, I absolutely LOVE this diaper bag! 

It's all about the details. Look at the cute little tag she sewed onto the inside of the bag. Love it! Love it! Love it!

This one had me in tears. My mother handed this blanket down to me. My grandma Kathryn made it for my mom when she was pregnant with me! (For those of you that aren't aware, my grandma was the most amazing woman and I miss her so very much.) Thanks momma, for including something from grandma at our baby shower. You know me all too well.

My Great-Aunt Laurel sent us this blanket that she made about a week or two ago. What a lovely surprise!

I consider myself blessed to have people in my life that are so talented. If any of you are reading this, thank you! You are amazing in my eyes...