2 projects in progress

i have 2 projects in process.
1. replacing the baking element in our stove. i love the feeling that i get out of accomplishing little repairs like this myself.

here is the old broken element. (i know - i need to clean the bottom of my oven.)
2. making polka dot jeans. i love polka dots and i hope these turn out really cute. im almost done and then i want to wash them to see how they look after being washed before i wear them.