All Star

Spencer got to play in the All Star tournament this season.  It was a perfect fall day.  He played hard, scored the winning goal in one of the games, and loved every minute.  Cam, Sam and I got to cheer him on.

mickey shirts

For Christmas and for our upcoming florida family vacation I decided to make us all Mickey shirts.  First, I bought all the t-shirts, which is a feat in itself because by September it is hard to even find t-shirts in the stores.  I had to settle for black t-shirts for the adults and red for the kids.  Some had to have long sleeves but I think it turned out fine.

Go here for more instructions.  After I traced my design onto the freezer paper, I began cutting them out with an exacto knife.  Once the design is cut, you iron the paper onto your t-shirt.  Using fabric paint you carefully paint in your design.  I have found that it is trickier to paint light colors on dark fabric than dark colors on light fabric.  You have to do several coats trying not to let the paint get too thick because if it gets too thick it cracks easily once it is worn.  Using a dark color on a lighter shirt, you can get away with using less paint.  Ironing a piece of freezer paper onto the wrong side of your fabric helps to keep the fabric still while you paint.  

When the painting is done, you peel the freezer paper off.  When dry, set the paint by ironing for 20-30 seconds or so. 

There are so many possibilities, so be creative and have fun!

The whole gang by the castle.

Fall Love

This is why the boys love fall.  Nate was at a campout so we hired Shane to step in for him.  

Sharks

Cam's first season---FINALLY

Spooky Time