Alaska August 2011





 

After this picture Noah says to Lucy "Hold my hand so you wont be scared."  And lucy said "Okay Noah, I love you."  You should have seen their excitement on the plane.  They both loved it when the plane took off and landed, you would've thought they were on a ride at Disneyland "Wooo, yay, wow, this is so fun!!!"  Love my kids!!! 



 

It took a 3 hour drive to Bozeman, a night's stay, then 2 plane rides and 2 ferry rides to get to the island.  The kids held up so well!!!

A cute little native boy on the ferry

 



This was definitely our most exciting and fun family trip.  The scenery was glorious, the fishing was fantastic and the culture and food was just as expected!  We all had a blast!  My Family, my younger brother and his family, my older brother and his family and his in-laws all went to stay with my parents and grandparents up in Alaska for a week of fun filled adventure!  I was reminded on this trip why I loved fly fishing as a teenager, it's so therapeutic and relaxing and BOY the adrenaline when you catch a fish is spectacular!  My husband had to pull me off the river one night because I was addicted, I kept saying "one more...just one more".  We saw totem poles, native dancers, WHALES (one swam right under the boat), bears (one walked out towards the river just 15 ft. from my husband and son...little scary), bald eagles, seals, otters and countless other wildlife, OH and the scenery was amazing!  It was a FANTASTIC trip!  P.S.  I out fished the boys on the river!  Oh yeah, the Bananafana girl was reelin' them in!!!  Can't wait to go again!





Bananafana Headquarters

I FINALLY started decorating our home this past summer after being here coming up on a year in December (note to self:  I've moved the past two Decembers, don't move in December ever again! You take what you can get I guess :0).  I'm getting close to having the first floor of our adorable home all decorated!  It's turned out really super fabulous and I'll post pictures here in the next few weeks once I finish up the decorating.  Just to give you an idea of the style I'm decorating with I've posted a picture of the oustide.  I designed the home myself inside and out and my charming VERY patient husband built it for us!  So, wait until you see the inside, I'm very anxious to show pictures of the very eclectic/vintage/shabby chic/mod  decor!  We are the only house on our street and it's so fun to watch people drive by, you can always spot the ones who've never seen it before they drive pretty slow (I think the turquoise is a bit of shock for them ;0).  Then, we've also had several people take pictures, not sure why.....  Enjoy!

We have a winner!

Sorry for the delay!  My blog has failed me!  I've tried SEVERAL times to post the winner of our giveaway we had in September but for some reason the universe is against me!  I couldn't get on for quite some time, and then when I did get on it wouldn't post anything!!!! UGH!  I posted the winner on Facebook right away, but for all of you non Facebookers I thought I'd post it on here now that I've made it back on, even though it has been a whole month.  So, our winner was:  ALICIA KING!  She won a sample version of the Megan's Bag (she won an actual bag;).  She had two entries, one each from our blog and Facebook page.  Yahoo!  Congrats Alicia!  Don't worry, we'll have plenty more giveaways!  I'll even give you more opportunities for additional entries!  I may even decide to just do a quick random giveaway.... so keep your eyes peeled!!!

Feature on Fairytale Frocks and Lollipops!

Bananafana is being featured on FF&L, go check it out!  http://www.fairytalefrocksandlollipops.com/  Their website is super fun and very intriguing!  I know you'll find something you like on there so head on over!  You also need to check out their blog http://www.stitch-it-up.blogspot.com/  You can also find them on Facebook (give them a like;0).  But, before you go make sure you enter Bananafana's giveaway by becoming a follower of our blog and as a bonus entry liking us on Facebook (see details on post below).

Let's celebrate with a GIVE AWAY!!!!

Well, our new website www.bananafanadesigns.com  is up and running!  You can purchase all things Bananafana directly from our site and get the inside scoop on Bananafana Headquarters!  Go check it out!  So to celebrate our new website we are going to have a GIVEAWAY!  All you have to do to enter is become a follower of our blog with the Google friend connect.  As a bonus entry you can also like us on Facebook!: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bananafana/263026393726240?sk=wall&filter=2  We will choose a winner on September 15th and post it on the 16th.  The prize will be a box of goodies containing things like free patterns, fabric, and whatever other fun things I can come up with (surprises)! So pass it along, let everyone know!  This will be the start of regular giveaways, no purchase necessary (but encouraged ;0) to enter our drawings!  As long as you are a follower you will be entered in each giveaway we have!  So become a follower and go check out our new website!  www.bananafanadesigns.com

Daisy #BF109

Sweet and ruffley! Guaranteed to make your little one look like a doll! Size 12 mos.-Girls 8. Pattern for the dress.

REX #BF105

This would be the hit of any baby shower. Pattern includes hat, outfit and dino. Size 6 mos to 24 mos.

Poetry #BF108

Rad, mod and punk! Something unique for the more spunky little gals! Size 12 mos.-Girls 8. Includes patterns for the hairwrap and skirt and embellishments/appliques for the leggings and shirt.

Whimsy #BF107

Add a touch of whimsy to your child's bedroom with these adorable decor accessories. Patterns for the large and smalle pinwheels, lanterns, "LOVE" pillows and ruffle flower pillow

La Fleur #BF110

Very roomy with lots of pockets to keep you organized. Fun different handles and beautiful flower detail. Size: 17 1/2" W x 27"T x 8 1/2" D

Betty #BF104

Get that fun retro 50's style! This skirt is guaranteed to make you feel young and fun! With a petti skirt and fitted waistband for a complete tailored look. Pattern for the headband and skirt. Betty comes in misses sizes XS-XL.

Urban Amour #BF106

Pockets and pleats and loads of fashion! Comes in misses sizes XS-XL. Easy comfortable style with the pattern for the hairwrap too!