A Chip Off The Ol’ Block(s)

29 Jun

Yes, I was reaching with this post title!

So during Baby T.’s NY shower, everyone was asked to design a wooden block for this babe.  I cannot let another day pass without sharing some of these gems!  Let me just say – while the artistic ability varied among the group, the love and effort put into them did not.  Check out my favorite blocks!  For the record: I would’ve FAILED at this project, big time.  I struggle to make a good-looking stick person. Sad but true.

There were…

…colorful blocks!

 …Olympic-bound blocks!

…family-specific blocks!

…animal blocks!

 …nature-themed blocks!

…”I love you” blocks!

…wisdom-filled blocks!

…New York blocks!

 

…South Carolina blocks!

…and one AWESOME Charleston block (all sides included on this one!)!

Here’s a nursery sneak peek to see some of my favorites on display!  (Never mind the wires to the left…the big nursery reveal is coming soon – promise!)

 

How talented, creative, and thoughtful are my loved ones?!?!

Which block was your favorite?  What would YOU have put on Baby T.’s block?

 

 

 

p.s. Please do not be offended if I did not share your special block on the blog.  I couldn’t share ‘em all!  Also, most blocks did not have names on them so consider me unbiased!  xo 

 

 

Beach Count: 76  

Pool Count: 30 → Yes, this whale waded in the pool yesterday…and it felt GREAT! 

High Temperature: 90° 

 

8 Responses to “A Chip Off The Ol’ Block(s)”

  1. Jenn Hufland June 29, 2012 at 8:06 am #

    My god….some of your friends and family were super creative! Some of those blocks are awesome! That was definitely a difficult and stressful job to say the least :) love the sneak peak of the baby’s room too! Love you and can’t wait until this blog is filled with shots of the new family of 3! Sounds good, right?

    • Sarah June 29, 2012 at 8:25 am #

      I know, Jenn – I was super impressed with so many of the blocks! I CAN’T WAIT to share pics of the Trottier Trio all over this blog. He or she will be our newest CHARM of Charleston =)

  2. Christina D June 29, 2012 at 8:39 am #

    They were all so awesome! You have some talented friends and family ;) I LOVE that first one with all the colors – that was my favorite at the shower… sorry I didn’t make one… :( I wouldn’t have been very good anyway – my artistic abilities are non-existent! Can’t wait to see the WHOLE nursery!!

    • Sarah June 29, 2012 at 9:17 am #

      Like I said – I would’ve been HORRIBLE at designing a block! I think you were doing enough at the time, no worries! I can’t wait for the whole nursery to be done so I can share it!!! =)

  3. christina June 29, 2012 at 9:30 am #

    OMG I love the blocks idea! That’s so cute.

    • Sarah June 29, 2012 at 9:37 am #

      I know, right?! So creative!

  4. Brooklyn @ Veggie Table June 29, 2012 at 5:53 pm #

    by far the cutest idea ever thought of! :) and it keeps with the gender-neutral theme! love it! hope the 3 of you have a great weekend!

    • Sarah June 30, 2012 at 9:02 pm #

      I know – I loved it! You 3 have a great weekend, too! (Don’t melt!)

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