The Spotted Lamb

The Spotted Lamb Navigating motherhood and military life one stitch at a time. Ultimately, my goal is to connect with others in cyber land through my sewing, some of my thoughts translated into words, and hopefully a few laughs.

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It’s simple: handmade natural hot/cold packs

Oct 10, 2012
It’s simple: handmade natural hot/cold packs

Life is funny sometimes, isn't it?  Yesterday a friend of mine emailed to ask if I could sew her a couple of handmade hot/cold packs for her sons -- I had never attempted to make one before, but had saved the idea on one of my Pinterest boards a while back (by the way,...

Fall Fob

Oct 8, 2012
Fall Fob

I was at the fabric store the other day and just stood still, mesmerized by all of the amazing fall prints!!  One was better than the next!  I was particularly drawn to this one, and decided to make myself a new fall/winter fob for my keys!   

Recipe: Overnight blushing blueberry croissant casserole

Oct 6, 2012
Recipe: Overnight blushing blueberry croissant casserole

I had to rename this recipe....I mean, after all, how many times can you hear your kids and husband repeat 'this is amazing!' before you start to blush!?  I originally found this recipe for Baked Croissant Blueberry French Toast.  It looked nothing short of amazing, but when

Bento!

Sep 27, 2012
Bento!

Here is a picture of today's bento lunch -- breakfast!  

Recipe: Chewy peanut butter and maple bites

Sep 24, 2012
Recipe: Chewy peanut butter and maple bites

These are seriously better than candy!  I found

Unhook The Stars Quilt

Sep 23, 2012
Unhook The Stars Quilt

This is quickly turning into the quilt that could never be finished :)  As you can see, I finally finishe

Trix Birthday Treats

Sep 19, 2012
Trix Birthday Treats

This week is my daughter's 5th Birthday!  I can hardly believe it.... In celebration, I decided to combine a couple of ideas I found on Pinterest to create her own special treats to share at school: Trix Pop Treats!  Think Rice Crispy treat, meets Trix, meets Cake Pops :) 

’100 Likes’ Give-Away!

Sep 12, 2012
’100 Likes’ Give-Away!

The Spotted Lamb's Facebook Fan page recently hit 100 'likes!'  Because of this, I am hosting my next give-away!  If you would like a chance to win BOTH of these lovely key fobs, please head over to The Spotted Lamb's Facebook page 'like' and leave a comment as direct

Time For A New Project

Aug 24, 2012
Time For A New Project

I've hit 'quilter's block' with my sparkle punch quilt, so it's time to start a new project!  To get the creative juices flowing again :)  I am planning on cutting into this lovely stack of fabric this weekend, although I am not sure what quilt design I will go for....

Oh My Bento!

Aug 20, 2012
Oh My Bento!

It's the day every mom dreams of and dreads at the same time....my oldest's first day of KINDERGARTEN!   We had a wonderful morning today -- filled with smiles, excitement and anticipation!  I even took a crack at my first bento style lunch for my daughter!  From my perspective, it was a huge success!...