Love to Bake

Wow! Thank you all so much again for your kind, kind words and support. The good news is that both Bella and I are on the mend. And I am determined that we will actually manage to have a relaxed, normal weekend this weekend. D'ya hear me world? Normal. Relaxed. Please.

And now I think it's time to leave the Blog of Job (as I now refer to TreeFall), and return to the fun stuff of crafting.
I mentioned the other day that I'd been working on something new and here it is....

Children's apron and baking sets.

The set includes an apron suitable in size for a 2 year old and upwards. And 5 wooden child's utensils, including a rolling pin and pastry brush. It also includes a tin of super cute metal number cookie cutters, that I'm really loving! And all of it fits in to the matching mini tote.

I originally came up with this design when I was working on party bags for Bella's birthday. Because there were only a few children coming I decided to make each one an apron with some cookie cutters in the pockets.

But after the party was cancelled (twice) I decided to just run with the idea and came up with the super, super cute utensils and tote.
I really loved the idea of a complete baking set in a bag and am just disappointed that I couldn't include a book too!

I think the set is suitable for any child from two onwards and with that in mind have tried to make it as safe as possible. I was really aware that when Bella wears her (store brought) apron that it would be possible to get the neck strap caught and choke her, so I've attached one end of the neck strap with a strong velcro, that will come apart if pulled.

I've also made the straps long enough that there's plenty of room for growth.
I've had a lot of fun with these sets and there are definitely more to come. In fact I've just ordered a ton more fabric just with these in mind!
These two are in the shop now.

Along with these three pretty girls...

This is Poppy..

Gracy...

And Daisy...

Thanks again and again and again to everybody for all your support. No amount of words could come close to explaining just how much your comments and emails mean to me and Jim.
Hopefully with the end of February next week, we can move onwards and upwards and get back to some form of normality - including a lot more crafting!

Comments

[tracy x]

Its soooo good to have you back xx
Fabby baking sets and more cute pups - today is a good day!
Have a wonderful family weekend and big hugs to Miss Bella xx
Tracy x

[Wendy]

The aprons and bags are unbelievably cute.
Have a good weekend.

[rebecca]

Pleased to hear that you are all feeling better, I didnt get a chance to comment on your last post but what a scare you must have had. Hope you do get the chance to relax over the weekend.

Great idea with the bake set aprons!

[atelier455]

I'm really impressed with those apron sets - just lovely! Are you going to be making ones for grown-ups too? ;)

[sally]

LOVE the apron/baking sets. Those cookie cutters are on my wish list...love them! Fantastic idea!

And so happy to hear you and Bella are feeling better. Have a lovely weekend!

[Rachael]

just this:

You are simply WONDERFUL

[Melissa]

Great crafting project...I've been making kids and adult aprons for sometime now and love to include measuring cups and spoons which also includes at least one good recipe that kids can make with adults.

[Melissa]

I forgot to say that in fact Manda, I sent the famous cookie recipe to you in my package that I sent...hopefully you'll be receiving the package soon!

[Beth]

Those little aprons and baking sets are so sweet, what a great idea. It would be nice to include a note book in the bag so the child's family members could contribute some of their favourite recipes.

[Lilbird]

I love you! I'm out of my mind over those sets! Damnit, I'm supposed to be saving for a house! All I have to show for my efforts so far are pups and mini mups, and now I will have a baking set......yay!

Keep up the creativity.....you're wonderful!

[Kristy]

Great little sets, lovely idea Manda.
Just incase they didn't hear NORMAL and RELAXED you are needed at Mandas house!!!

[Diane]

Hi! Glad to hear you are all on the mend! The aprons are just fabulous. When I am baking I still use the little rolling pin that my mum gave me when I was 4 - I am not sure I will ever use anything else!

[Keri]

Those are wonderful! You've outdone yourself. I'm wishing for some lovely days for you.

[Katherine]

Oh I love those baking sets, fantastic! I will definitely keep them in mind for future presents for little ones.

Hope the good times continue.

[caroline]

The baking sets are a wonderful idea and so beautifully made. I read that you wish you could include a book but what about creating a couple of laminated cards one for a simple fairy/cupcake recipe and the other for a simple biscuit or jam tart recipe. Just A4 card nicely typed out or stylishly handwritten with a photo of the finished confections then run through a laminator so that they can wipe clean.

So pleased to hear you and Bella are on the mend.

[Amy]

Love, LOVE those baking sets!!

[jean]

Those are wonderful! I know many folks, both tall and small, who would love such a gift. Hoping you all have a completely healthy, uneventful, peaceful weekend.

[LLA]

I am sending you "normal" and "relaxed" vibes for your weekend.

(At least, I would like to. I suspect, however, that I wouldn't know either "normal" or "relaxed" even if they were to rear up and bite me... So, how about I just send you happy thoughts, instead? Might be safer that way...)

The baking set in a bag is simply brilliant, and you've executed it so nicely. And I am loving the new banner, too!

[sarah]

hi there manda glad to see you back.. you guys are really having a bugger of a time.. i hope little bella is on the mend now.. and the craft looks fantastic as always take care of yourself and enjoy your weekend

[Amy]

SO sweet and talented too! Wishing your family a wonderful weekend to just BE.

[Toni]

Great idea, M. So flippin cute!
Hoping your weekend IS restful, xo.

[Chara Michele]

So glad to hear that both you & Bella are feeling a little better! Those sure are some adorable puppies:)