Hold your bows!

I loved this DIY for so many reasons. 

Firstly, the fact that I completed it – from start to finish- in less than a day!
Also, I completed it while nearing the 42 week pregnant mark. I can't lie and say that I was battling through swollen feet or an achy back to do so, because fortunately I feel fantastic. Maybe this last minute ‘must-do’ translates into the whole ‘nesting’ thing moms tend to take part in pre-labour. Or maybe I'm just wishful thinking.

I also loved doing this project because of the materials that I was able to put to use.
The plank that is used to hold the clothespins is no other than a trusty piece of corn crib that my Dad ripped off when I asked if he had any spare barn board lying around. This, in itself, is a testimony to the kind of Papa (and Dad) that he is. You need the shirt off of his back? Sure. Plank off of his corn crib? Absolutely.  I'm overjoyed that our girl’s nursery will now be home to a little piece of the Family Farm.

The clothespins that I used (which I dyed yellow using Rit Fabric Dye from Michael’s) were the same clothespins that were used to hang up photos of Kevin and I when we said our “I Do’s” almost 2 years ago. Another plus to DIY’ing your own wedding: This will be the umpteenth house project that we’ve been able to re-use the decor from our special day for!

So, there you have it. A simple, rustic-looking headband holder for our eventual newborn who could not care less that I have a corresponding bow for every possible outfit she will be forced into. 

Do you have a little lady in your life that needs a place to display all things fancy? I am now officially on maternity leave and am taking orders. Feel free to contact me for a custom build. Any colour, size or theme – I’m your girl.

 Happy headband holding!