Stelie Designs

I completed the Arabella baby shower invites to celebrate a new baby girl in Virginia.

I'm working on these beauties. Isn't he just gorgeous. The fabulous photography of this little munchkin is by Teresa Hermes of Teresa Hermes Photography . If you are local, check her out.

A glimpse at just a few of the weddings I'm working on right now. Stay tuned, I'll post full pics as they are completed. If you are interested in one of these or your own wedding set, please contact me at steliedesigns@yahoo.com.

Avery loves all things penguin, she can spot a penguin item from miles away. Paxton enjoys penguins as well but not nearly as much as his sister. An incredible family friend and neighbor of my parents was able to get us time with the penguins at the Great Plains Zoo up close and personal. It was the most amazing experience. Kimberly, in charge of the penguins, brought 3 penguins outside behind the building because the back area is pretty small. Astro, Stump, and one the kids called Mumble, waddled around, and explored. They are so cute and funny. Paxton and Avery didn't know what to do at first, they just kind of froze, then they were walking with them, talking to them, and touching them. After it was getting a bit too hot for them, Kimberly brought us inside the exhibits work area. The penguins went wild. Here is just a glimpse of our experience! Warning: Turn down your volume on the 2nd video, he's loud. Thank you to Linda, Arthur, and Kimberly for this fabulous opportunity. ...

We went to see my lifelong friend, her son, and her new baby girl. Nicki and I have been friends her entire life (she's 3 months younger than me.) My kids like to play with Zach and were so excited to hold baby Lauryn. Avery is just like her Mommy, loves those babies! Notice how Paxton couldn't even get to hold Lauryn without Avery touching her. It was a great time, then we drove back to my childhood home and went swimming. It was a bit on the cool side and getting late so we didn't get to play in the pool as much as they wanted.

My husband had a wonderful Dad's Day. We spent the day at my parents playing in the water, riding the wet bikes, and fishing. Jer's brother, his wife, and our two nieces came for some fun and lunch too. One of my favorite pics is the one with Jer and Avery at the table. My mom has a bird book that she likes to look at. While I was working all I could hear over and over was "What's this Daddy?" (in her sweet voice) and Daddy saying what it was. It's the little moments that melt my heart, I'm so lucky to have him as my children's father. My Dad was very happy with his Father's Day as well. He was happy to be surrounded by his favorite little ones. It only could've been better if his favorite big ones were there (my nephews, they'll be here in 2 weeks.)

It was hard but I made it without internet for 3 days! Thankfully our time was packed with activities or driving so it went by too fast. Not enough time in a day. We had a wonderful time and I'll post pictures. We also had a once in a lifetime opportunity too, so stay tuned to find out. While I'm filling orders and playing catch up, I thought I'd leave you with Avery Paxton Designs and Stelie Designs Father's Day cards joint collaboration. and part of a new invitation design...