Wednesday was Layla’s birthday. I can’t believe I have a four year old. For some reason, perhaps because I know I’ll have another one in just two months, this birthday has been easier to accept than any in previous years. I didn’t cry. So that’s definitely a first. But perhaps the reason is because I...
Today I have the pleasure of introducing you to my first sponsor! Jones and Vandermeer has been one of my most favorite shops for a while now. In fact, last month I made like three orders in a week because they kept having things I “needed”. So I was absolutely tickled when they asked to...
Baby Boy officially has a quilt. This one was made with Liberty, Robert Kaufman’s Cambridge Lawn in either Grey or Taupe, and Free Spirit solid voile in Seafoam [I think?]. Its an incredibly simple pattern from Alexia Abeggs Liberty Love. I really surprised myself on this one. I ordered some 28wt Aurifil after trying out some...
I’ve been living in my Washi Tunics for a few months now. I love that I have a range of tops I can throw on that will make me feel great even when I’m feeling my yuckiest. I’ve been getting away with wearing those and jeans to church for far too long. Valentine’s day at...
Thrilled. Yes. That’s what I am feeling since I get to share Layla’s completed birthday quilt with you today! I’m practically bursting. I showed you this quilt top a few weeks back, and though the quilting was completed in under two days, it sat awaiting the perfect binding for some time. Some things are worth...
Welcome to Olivia Jane Handcrafted! I'm Meredith and this is my creative journal. Here you'll find loads of inspiration for a handmade wardrobe, home decor, bags, and quilts. I even have plenty of projects and tutorials to get you started or help you along the way.
4 is the loveliest age. My little turns 5 in 3 weeks. It sounds like Layla had a most wonderful celebration :) happy birthday to you both! It’s a pretty special day for us mums too!!
I always find my children’s birthdays so bittersweet. I cry, too! Four is such a fun age.