Spring Cleaning and Sunday Morning Coffee

I don’t know about you, but every spring I feel this strong pull to refresh something in our home, and this year I started in a place that might surprise you. It’s Spring Cleaning time!

The very first room on my spring-cleaning list was our nursery. And yes, I know that sounds a little unexpected, but it made perfect sense to me.

A nursery with a white crib, changing table with supplies, a bench with pink pillows, light curtains, and a large window letting in natural light.

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About Me

Spring Cleaning has Arrived, But in a Different Way

A cozy nursery with a white crib on the right, a rustic wooden table with baskets underneath by a window, and soft green walls.

Three years ago, when our grandson Graham was born, I transformed our old gym space and former sleeping porch into a room just for our grandkids. At the time, I was the mom of three boys, with one grandson on the way, and I didn’t hesitate for a second. The room was going to be blue. It felt classic, calm, and exactly right for a sweet baby boy.

But as life so often does, things changed in the best possible way.

A neatly arranged nursery features a white crib, changing table with baskets, a daybed, light curtains, and a large window overlooking trees.

Over the past few months, our family has grown again, and now we have two beautiful granddaughters. Suddenly, that blue nursery didn’t quite feel like it told the whole story anymore. It still worked, but it didn’t reflect who is filling that room now. And that is when I knew this spring refresh needed to start there.

I didn’t want to completely redo the room. I love it too much for that. Instead, I wanted to layer in softness and warmth and just a hint of something new. So I started with textiles, which is always my favorite place to begin.

A cozy nursery room with a white crib, a window seat with a pink pillow, beige curtains, green paneled walls, and a light patterned rug.

I found the prettiest floral crib sheets in soft shades of pink and added a gorgeous blanket that instantly changed the feel of the space. It was amazing how just those two pieces began to shift the entire room. From there, I kept going.

In the window seat, I had previously made a cushion that worked perfectly for the space, so instead of replacing it, I covered it with a vintage pink quilt. That one change might be my favorite. It brought in texture, history, and that cozy, layered look I always love.

A white wooden crib with a floral blanket draped over the side, positioned in front of a large window with curtains.

Of course, I couldn’t stop there. I added a few more pink quilts throughout the room, each one slightly different, which makes the space feel collected rather than decorated. And then I finished it all with my newest project, the pink floral pillow with free-motion stitching. It tied everything together in the most unexpected way.

A white crib with a floral-patterned sheet and a matching floral quilt, positioned near a window with natural light coming in.

What I love most is that the room still feels like the same space we created three years ago. It just feels more complete now. Softer, a little more feminine, and perfectly suited for all three of our grandchildren.

A nursery room with a white crib, a rustic wooden changing table with storage baskets, and large windows with curtains letting in natural light.

Spring cleaning doesn’t always have to mean clearing things out or starting over. Sometimes it is about paying attention to how your home is evolving along with your life and making small changes that reflect that.

This little nursery refresh did exactly that, and I have to say, it might be my favorite spring project yet.

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Five folded baby burp cloths in pastel colors and patterns, including plain white, pink stripes, brown with flowers, and pink with clouds and sheep. — Burts Bees Baby Infant Burp Cloths, 100% Organic Cotton

Six pink muslin washcloths are arranged in a row, each featuring a quilted texture and two layers. The shades range from light pink in front to darker pink in the back. — Looxii Muslin Burp Cloths Baby Girl 6 Pack

Two long-sleeve baby onesies with front zippers, one in mauve and one in light pink, laid flat on a white background. — Jimonda Bamboo Baby Pajamas

A folded pink and white checkered blanket with a quilted texture. — Ultra Soft Cozy Cotton 6-Layer Muslin Baby Blanket

A folded baby blanket with a pink trim and pink bow pattern on a white background. — Hillsuren Pink Bow Muslin Baby Blanket

Three baby footed onesies with zippers are shown: one pink with a grid pattern, one white with pink floral print, and one white with small colorful shapes. — 100% Organic Cotton Baby Sleepers

A close-up of fabric with a pastel floral print in pink, orange, green, and white, arranged in a swirl. — Baby Girls Crib Sheets | Floral Ultra-Soft Bedding

A folded pink and floral muslin baby blanket is displayed next to its packaging box labeled "Max and So Muslin Baby Blanket.

100% Cotton Muslin Baby Blanket

A pink knitted sweater with a round neckline, long sleeves, and ribbed cuffs and hem.

Girl Knit Sweater

What Worked This Week

A baby wearing a light pink outfit with a strawberry print and the name "Clarke" embroidered on the chest.

Magnetic Embroidery Hoops

A pink padded surface with floral embroidery in the center, surrounded by padded bars featuring multiple yellow and red warning labels.

This week, I have to share what might be my biggest “what worked” in a long time because I am completely hooked on my new-to-me Brother embroidery machine.

Eight white rectangular blocks with caution and prohibition symbols are arranged in a square on a fabric, which is placed on a gridded cutting mat.

I have been using my Embroidery Brother Dream Machine every single day, and I am officially obsessed. I have been practicing nonstop and trying all kinds of projects, including appliqué embroidery, embroidery on t-shirts and baby clothes, patches, and more.

It has opened up a whole new creative world for me, and I cannot get enough. There is something so satisfying about watching a design come to life stitch by stitch. But if I am being honest, there was one part of the process that drove me crazy: hooping.

Close-up of an embroidery machine stitching a beige design onto a piece of fabric, with safety warning labels visible around the work area.

No matter how careful I was, lining up each item perfectly, smoothing the fabric, checking placement, the moment I tried to secure it in the hoop, something would shift. It felt like all that careful prep work would fall apart in seconds.

I knew there had to be a better way.

So after one too many frustrating attempts, I decided to try a magnetic hoop I found on Amazon for my Brother Dream Machine, and I am not exaggerating when I say it completely changed everything.

A close-up of an embroidery machine stitching a pink letter "D" with green detailing onto fabric, with safety warning labels visible on the machine.

These magnetic hoops are a dream to use. There is no wrestling with fabric, no shifting, no stress. You simply place your fabric and let the magnets do the work. It is faster, easier, and so much more accurate. I actually look forward to hooping now, which is something I never thought I would say.

I feel like my embroidery skills have made a huge leap, and I am having so much fun. The hoop issue that made me really nervous is solved, and I can’t wait to create more items for my grandkids, family, and friends!

If you are doing machine embroidery and struggling with hooping, this is absolutely worth the investment. It has made such a difference for me, and it is the reason I have been able to enjoy and explore my machine so much more this week.

Three rectangular embroidery hoops with clear plastic grids, each featuring red alignment lines and adjustment knobs, are displayed on a white background. — MagnaHoop Magnetic Hoop Set for Brother

White plastic camera calibration tool with four round dials, alignment grid, red calibration lines, and a metallic base with three screws at the bottom. — MagnaHoop Magnetic Hoop

Four different sizes of white plastic embroidery hoops with purple grid inserts are shown on a white background. — MagnaHoop Embroidery Hoops for Brother Innovis

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Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum

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Bissell Little Green Pet Deluxe Portable Carpet Cleaner

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Shark Navigator Robot Vacuum

Cordless stick vacuum cleaner with three interchangeable attachments: a motorized brush head, crevice tool, and brush tool—perfect for any cleaning task. Don’t miss this on the Amazon Big Spring Sale! Displayed on a white background.

Dyson V8 Plus Cordless Vacuum

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Bissell PowerClean FurGuard 280W Self-Standing Cordless Vacuum

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Amazon Echo Show 21 (newest model)

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Amazon Echo Show 11

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Amazon Echo Spot

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Sony WH-Premium Noise Canceling Headphones

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Apple Watch

My Latest Project

Three white cloths with pink embroidered names "Sophie" and "Clarke" are arranged with two bunches of light pink hydrangea flowers on a white surface.

There is something so special about creating a handmade gift for a baby, and these sweet little jackets might be some of my favorite projects yet.

I recently added machine-embroidered appliqué initials to the backs of three adorable pink jackets, each one personalized with a single letter.

A pink, fuzzy baby sweater with long sleeves and floral embroidery forming an oval design on the back, displayed on a light wood surface.

The letters C, S, and O represent my two granddaughters and the newest little addition to one of my team members’ families, which made this project even more meaningful. I love it when a creative project has a story behind it, and this one feels extra special.

Pink baby dress with "Olive" embroidered on the chest and strawberry print, next to a pink jacket with a large floral "O" embroidered on the back.

For each jacket, I chose a soft pink base and added a beautifully detailed appliqué letter filled with delicate floral embroidery. The combination of the textured fabric and the intricate stitching creates such a lovely contrast. It feels classic, feminine, and just a little bit heirloom-inspired, which is always something I am drawn to.

If you have ever worked with machine embroidery, you probably know that appliqué can feel a bit intimidating at first. But once you understand the steps, it becomes one of the most rewarding techniques.

I started by stitching the placement line for each letter, then added the fabric appliqué, trimmed it carefully, and finished with the decorative embroidery stitches that bring the design to life. Watching the flowers and details stitch out over the letter is truly magical.

I finished a few more projects, too. I love these all so much!

Two white cloth napkins featuring identical beige embroidered monograms with the letters "KM" and visible corner stitching.

And I have to say, using my magnetic hoops made this process so much easier, especially on these thicker, cozy jackets. No shifting, no frustration, just perfectly placed designs every time.

A sewing machine embroidering the word "Olive" in pink and red thread on pink fabric.

Close-up of a sewing machine embroidering a large, floral-patterned letter "S" on a piece of light pink, textured fabric.

These jackets are not just cute; they are keepsakes. I can already imagine these little girls wearing them, and hopefully saving them someday as a reminder of something made just for them with so much love.

A sewing and craft room with organized fabric, ribbon spools, sewing machines, and folded materials on white worktables under pendant lights.

Well-lit craft room with large worktable, organized shelves of fabric, crafting supplies, and tools, featuring pink and white accents and hardwood floors.

Of course, my craft room has been a bit of a disaster with so many baby embroidery projects.

A sewing machine embroiders the name "Sophie" in pink thread on a light pink fabric with a strawberry pattern.

A computerized Brother embroidery machine with an LCD screen, stitching a multi-colored design on white fabric held in an embroidery hoop.

Brother PE800 Embroidery Machine

A Brother PE535 embroidery machine with a color touchscreen, shown stitching a multicolored floral and butterfly design on fabric in the embroidery hoop.

Brother Embroidery Machine, PE535

A Brother SE2000 sewing and embroidery machine in use, stitching a colorful teapot design onto white fabric with the design displayed on the digital screen.

Brother SE2000 Computerized Sewing and Embroidery Machine

finish my embroidery projects
Get ready for my Grandson’s 3rd birthday.
Plant my raised vegetable garden.

Gift bags with Easter-themed tags reading “Easter Wishes” and “Easter’s On Its Way,” alongside white ribbon and a spool of twine on a wooden surface.

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A white ceramic pitcher filled with pink and white roses and green foliage sits on a table beside a stack of books in a softly lit room.

5 Easy Ways to Refresh Your Home for Spring (No Renovation Needed)

A glass baking dish with the words "Made with love in Kelly's kitchen" etched on the bottom, surrounded by utensils and decorative leaves.

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Pinch of Yum is one of my favorite blogs, and this Bang Bang Salmon with Avocado Cucumber Salsa looks amazing!

A woman with long brown hair wears a pink V-neck T-shirt with white handwritten script, standing outdoors with greenery in the background.

I think this Watermark Tee Tutorial is adorable.

Six round woven placemats are displayed, with one set under a plate of food and cutlery, showing the placemats' use in a dining setting—perfect for showcasing festive touches like Easter Eggs.

6 Pack, Round Woven Placemats

Mandy’s 20pcs White Tulips Artificial

A Cricut cutting machine with various vinyl sheets, two cutting mats, a pen, a weeding tool, and a tablet displaying design software.

Cricut Maker 4

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