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Photographer Sara Lucero had always wanted to do a shoot entirely in black and white, and fortunately expecting parents Martha and Justin loved the idea! The session took place in Apple Valley, California, hence the lovely desert backdrop. You can tell from these photos that this is a fun couple, and they definitely brought that personality into the session. If this glowing mom-to-be looks familiar to you, you might remember her lovely “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” themed baby shower we featured earlier this year. See more photos from this shoot in the full gallery.

Have a fixin’ to have your own wee log cabin? Here’s two for you. Get busy with this paper toy project. An easy project and heaps of fun!

Download Light Log Cabin

Craft Supplies

• Paper or cardstock
• scissors
• tape or glue

Download Dark Log Cabin

 How to Make the Wee Log Cabins

• Cut along all outer lines
• Fold along the lines where indicated: house walls, tabs, roof
• Secure the house piece with glue or tape
• Matching the fold of the roof with the peak of the cabin, glue or tape the roof to the cabin