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Happy New Year! Ad space sale!
Happy New Year! Ad space sale!
January 11, 2013
Ad Space Sale through Monday! Get 50% off any size spot (for however many months you’d like). Click here to go to my sponsor page, and use this code to get 50% off: happynewyear2013 [...] Continue →
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Day 50? The failed DIY.
Day 50? The failed DIY.
Day 50: You may have noticed (or not) that I never reached Day 50 of my 50 DIY Days of Christmas. Well, I had a project for Day 50. All finished and ready. But, [...] Continue →
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::Hidden Alarm Panel DIY:: on Better Homes and Gardens
::Hidden Alarm Panel DIY:: on Better Homes and Gardens
January 10, 2013
New year, new DIY. This is officially my FIRST DIY of the year. Yay! It was quick and easy to do, and now my alarm panel is no longer in sight. I originally found [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Currently, on the mend.
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Currently, on the mend.
January 9, 2013
The husband is past his flu… sorta. He’s still exhausted! This virus was rough, and I’ve heard this fever has been going around. It lasts for days and you feel the aftermath for quite [...] Continue →
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52 Weeks of Drawing: Self Portrait
52 Weeks of Drawing: Self Portrait
January 8, 2013
Week 2: The second week of my 52 weeks of drawing challenge. This week the theme is “Self Portrait”. I’m getting ready for my Alt Summit panel, and I’m in charge of drawing all [...] Continue →
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Photo Scavenger Hunt
Photo Scavenger Hunt
January 7, 2013
Yeah. New Year. New goals. I know. Ha! But…. last year I really let my photography practice slack. BIG time. I didn’t take nearly enough photos. The only way I’ll get better with photography [...] Continue →
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The plague has hit my house.
The plague has hit my house.
January 4, 2013
First, my poor kiddo gets such a high fever that she has a febrile seizure…. noooow… my husband has had a fever over 102 for 2 days. It makes me so sad. In the [...] Continue →
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52 Weeks of Drawings
52 Weeks of Drawings
January 3, 2013
It’s the new year. What does that mean? Well, time to set goals… and then forget about those goals and give up. I kid. But, really… I use the start of the year to [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Scary shit.
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Scary shit.
January 2, 2013
New Years Eve we had a scare. I mean, it was so scary. I had no idea what to do, I felt helpless. On New Years Eve… R came down with a fever. She was [...] Continue →
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A year.
A year.
January 1, 2013
2013? Really? Is that really happening? Wow. 2012 was an interesting and challenging year for me. My blogging and illustrating has turned into a business. I’ve been focusing on healing myself and working on [...] Continue →
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A year in photos.
A year in photos.
December 31, 2012
A year in photos. One of my favorite end of year blog posts. This is my 3rd year participating in Ashley Sisk’s year end photo round up (my past 2 years: 2010 and 2011). [...] Continue →
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3rd Birthday 20 Questions
3rd Birthday 20 Questions
December 28, 2012
It’s officially a tradition! 20 questions for my kiddo on her birthday each year. Last year’s answers were pretty silly… since I was asking a 2-year-old that didn’t really know what I was saying. [...] Continue →
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Birthday Style
Birthday Style
December 27, 2012
This lady. Right here. Has a 3-year-old. Yes I do. A week and a half ago the husband and I celebrated the birth of our kiddo. We have a kiddo that talks a lot, knows [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Santa? Maybe not.
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Santa? Maybe not.
December 26, 2012
A couple weeks ago we went to have a chat with Mr. Santa. R knew EXACTLY what she was going to ask for. She was excited. REALLY excited. We had been prepping for this [...] Continue →
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Day 49: Holiday Photo Challenge Winners!
Day 49: Holiday Photo Challenge Winners!
December 24, 2012
Day 49: You guys. I can’t even believe it’s already Christmas Eve! I’ve been so so so busy. All with blog and illustration work. I can’t believe I’m already sharing the winner’s to this [...] Continue →
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Don’t forget, you can still win prizes!
Don’t forget, you can still win prizes!
Just wanted to throw out a reminder to all of you, the gift guide giveaway run’s through Decemeber 31st! You can win A LOT of prizes. Go, check it out. Good luck! – [...] Continue →
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Day 48: Snowflake Garland (for Sandy Hook Elementary)
Day 48: Snowflake Garland (for Sandy Hook Elementary)
December 22, 2012
Day 48: I was browsing Instagram the other day, and noticed a few posts about Sandy Hook Elementary. I can’t be alone with wanting to do SOMEthing, but not knowing what. Right? The instagram [...] Continue →
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The Paper Mama “Red” Photo Challenge
The Paper Mama “Red” Photo Challenge
All my photo challenges should be based around people (pets are always welcome). The month’s challenge: “Red” Mmmmmmm! Candy cane. Not messy at all. Ha! ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… First time joining the Paper Mama photo challenge? Start [...] Continue →
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“Family” Photo Challenge Winner
“Family” Photo Challenge Winner
First: Congrats! You can grab your first place button here! AND, you won this awesome prize below (I’ll need your address ASAP, you can email me. Click here for prize rules): ALSO, congrats on that [...] Continue →
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Day 47: Marshmallow World Wrapping Paper
Day 47: Marshmallow World Wrapping Paper
December 21, 2012
Day 47: Isn’t this wrapping paper crazy? I love it. I giggled while I made it, because it’s just so cute. I can’t remember WHERE I first saw this idea. But, I saw it. [...] Continue →
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Day 46: Vintage Christmas Tags
Day 46: Vintage Christmas Tags
December 20, 2012
Day 46: I know I’m not the only one last minute wrapping! Jess wanted to share her newest freebie with all of you. Super adorable Vintage Christmas Tags! Thank you Jess, I hope you [...] Continue →
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2012 Holiday Photo Challenge: TIME to VOTE for reader’s fave!
2012 Holiday Photo Challenge: TIME to VOTE for reader’s fave!
It’s time to vote! Reader’s fave vote is starting today! I realize that I said you will be voting for your top 10, but I would like you to vote for your favorite from [...] Continue →
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Day 46: Make your own Christmas Crackers!
Day 46: Make your own Christmas Crackers!
December 19, 2012
DAY 46 is brought to you by, the lovely Liz of Yellow Finch: Hi everyone! I’m Liz from Yellow Finch and I’m so excited to be here to share this DIY with you. When I was younger [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Thank you!
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Thank you!
Thanks to all your wonderful photo entries! I’ve had a few people ask, so I want to let you know I hope to have a top 10 for you all to vote on by [...] Continue →
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Day 45: “Poop” Treat Labels
Day 45: “Poop” Treat Labels
December 18, 2012
Day 45: Poop. Yup, poop. Poop is funny. Well, fake poop is funny. The word “poop” is funny. When I was a little girl, I received a little “Snowman Poop” treat bag. As an [...] Continue →
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Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday!
Happy birthday to my girl. <3 – Chelsey
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Day 44: Pipe Cleaner Crown!
Day 44: Pipe Cleaner Crown!
December 17, 2012
Day 44: The Pipe Cleaner Crown! The perfect favor for all those kiddo’s coming over for Christmas! It’s SO amazingly simple to make. IN FACT, I made quite a few for Ruari’s birthday party. [...] Continue →
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Day 43: Silver Glitter Chain
Day 43: Silver Glitter Chain
December 14, 2012
Day 43: This silver glitter chain is the perfect christmas garland! You can’t go wrong with sparkles! I found a chain, at one of my favorite stores, VERY similar to this… but, it was [...] Continue →
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The Holiday Photo Challenge is ALMOST over! Did you enter yet?
The Holiday Photo Challenge is ALMOST over! Did you enter yet?
The last day to enter your holiday photo is coming up fast! I wanted to give you a reminder before the weekend. Lots of goodies you could win, I hope to see you! Head [...] Continue →
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Day 42: Patterned Aztec Leggings
Day 42: Patterned Aztec Leggings
December 13, 2012
DAY 42 is brought to you by, the lovely Jess of IROCKSOWHAT: It’s just not fair. It’s not fair that boys get jipped in the clothing department. To find awesome clothes for your boy means you’re gonna [...] Continue →
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Day 41: Laminated Tablet Sleeve
Day 41: Laminated Tablet Sleeve
December 12, 2012
DAY 41 is brought to you by, the lovely Jill of Baby Rabies: Okay, so maybe you can’t afford to give all your friends and family new tablets for the holidays, but you can [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Really?
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Really?
{Photo from instagram: @chaloopa_batman} I don’t get it. A shooting at a mall in Oregon today. This killed two people. It makes me so sad. Why? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. {If you have a Wordless{ish} Wednesday, please [...] Continue →
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Day 40: Christmas Yarn Wreath
Day 40: Christmas Yarn Wreath
December 11, 2012
DAY 40 is brought to you by, the lovely Violet of Blythe Ponytail Parades: Hi! I’m Violet from Blythe Ponytail Parades and I’m here to share a fun Christmas wreath DIY! So let me start by saying [...] Continue →
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Day 39: Paper Terrarium Revisited
Day 39: Paper Terrarium Revisited
December 10, 2012
Day 39: Today I wanted to revisit my Paper Deer Terrarium. I made this little cutie last January. I still have it on display and will occasionally add something new to the mix. Maybe [...] Continue →
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I’ll be around…
I’ll be around…
Well, first let’s just notice how tired I look in this photo… ha! This was Day 2 of selling at Crafty Wonderland… just 1.5 hours left in the shopping day. Ha! A long, but [...] Continue →
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Day 38: Washi Tape Gift Tags
Day 38: Washi Tape Gift Tags
December 8, 2012
DAY 38 is brought to you by, the lovely Heather of the Joy of all Crafts: I love adding handmade elements to gifts. Often I make my own gift tags, here’s a simple project that takes less [...] Continue →
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Day 37: Mini Donut Muffins with Cinnamon Sugar!
Day 37: Mini Donut Muffins with Cinnamon Sugar!
December 7, 2012
DAY 37 is brought to you by, the lovely Christina of the Sweet Lavender Bake Shoppe blog. It’s time to start baking: Mini Donut Muffins with Cinnamon Sugar Makes about 2- 3 dozen Recipe adapted from here For the donut [...] Continue →
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Day 36: Happy Christmas Tree Skirt!
Day 36: Happy Christmas Tree Skirt!
December 6, 2012
Day 36: Happy Christmas! Add a little handmade skirt to your Christmas tree. I’m absolutely in love with this skirt. It makes me happy to see it under my tree. I do think it’s [...] Continue →
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Day 35: Pinecone Gift Tags Printable
Day 35: Pinecone Gift Tags Printable
December 5, 2012
Day 35: Today I’m sharing more pinecones (I love pinecones). A pinecone gift tag. Much more exciting than store bought! Click on this link here (or the photo below) and right+click and save. Print [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Are you in Portland? Come to Crafty Wonderland! This weekend.
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Are you in Portland? Come to Crafty Wonderland! This weekend.
I’m selling at Crafty Wonderland this weekend! Along with 250 other artists! If you’re in the area, I hope to see you there. Please come by my booth (#80) and say hello! Ok, I’m [...] Continue →
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Day 34: No-sew Holiday Garland
Day 34: No-sew Holiday Garland
December 4, 2012
DAY 34 is brought to you by, the lovely Summer of the Crosbie Crew: Hi everyone! My name is Summer and I blog over the Crosbie Crew. Today I’m going to show you how to make a no-sew holiday [...] Continue →
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SUPER Duper AHmazing crazy big Giveaway!
SUPER Duper AHmazing crazy big Giveaway!
Want to win a bunch of stuff? I mean really…. A bunch! Well, here you are! I’ve put together some gift guides to inspire you this holiday season… and, one person can win it [...] Continue →
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Day 33: Chocolate Covered Mini Oreos (with a $50 Pear Tree Greetings giveaway!)
Day 33: Chocolate Covered Mini Oreos (with a $50 Pear Tree Greetings giveaway!)
December 3, 2012
Day 33: So… these are so good. Really good. I mean, Oreo’s are good just the way they are… but add some chocolate: OMG. It makes these mini Oreo’s addictive! Plus, since they’re bite-size, [...] Continue →
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Day 32: Home Advent Calendar
Day 32: Home Advent Calendar
December 1, 2012
Day 32: I know… it’s December 1st. BUT, just in case you haven’t set up your advent calendar yet… here’s a fun one for you! My little home advent. Supplies: – My home printouts [...] Continue →
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Day 31: Rudy the Red Nosed Wreath
Day 31: Rudy the Red Nosed Wreath
November 30, 2012
Day 31: Wow, I’ve past the 30-day mark for my 50 DIY Days! I can’t believe it…. Just 24 more DIY’s after this! Hee!!! Well, today I’m sharing a cute wreath for you Christmas [...] Continue →
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Day 30: Holiday Ornament Photo Booth
Day 30: Holiday Ornament Photo Booth
November 29, 2012
DAY 30 is brought to you by, the lovely Nicole of the Rose Runs Wild blog: Hello and Happy Holidays to you! I’m Nicole from the blog Rose Runs Wild. On Rose Runs Wild I blog about life as [...] Continue →
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My week in Instagram
My week in Instagram
– The Monday before Thanksgiving, R and I headed out on the train. This was my kiddo’s FIRST train ride. She loved it, and did pretty good! We had some weather delays… adding an [...] Continue →
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Day 29: Vintage Inspired Stockings!
Day 29: Vintage Inspired Stockings!
November 28, 2012
DAY 29 is brought to you by, the lovely Corey of the Corey Moortgat blog: Hello, Paper Mama readers! I’m Corey, and I’m here to show you how to make a vintage-inspired felt Christmas stocking. I’m obsessed [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Win a bunch of goodies! Woo! Yeah! #inappropriateelf and #pmholidayphoto
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Win a bunch of goodies! Woo! Yeah! #inappropriateelf and #pmholidayphoto
Hey You! Yup, you. How would you like to win a bunch of stuff? Just for taking holiday photos? Good, you’re in the right place. I wanted to remind all of you lovely people [...] Continue →
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Faux Mercury Glass Vases DIY
Faux Mercury Glass Vases DIY
November 27, 2012
My Faux Mercury Glass Vases are the perfect DIY for gifts, or for your home. The leaves have fallen, and it’s chilly outside! Time to get cozy inside with some more DIY projects. Today [...] Continue →
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Cyber Monday Sales!!!
Cyber Monday Sales!!!
November 26, 2012
My sales today (and tomorrow)… Custom Illustrations, 25% off! Need a custom illustration? Perfect! I’d love to create one for you. BUT, I am all booked before Christmas. I do have a couple of [...] Continue →
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Day 27: Salt Dough Ornaments
Day 27: Salt Dough Ornaments
DAY 27 is brought to you by, the lovely Jess of IROCKSOWHAT: I have been a salt dough makin’ fool! There is nothing more festive for me than baking these special ornaments, knowing that it’ll add [...] Continue →
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I survived.
I survived.
December 18th, 2009. The birthday of my daughter. The day that is both the most important, and scariest day of my life. The day I brought life into this world, I almost lost mine. [...] Continue →
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Day 26: Festival of Lights Hannukah Wreath!
Day 26: Festival of Lights Hannukah Wreath!
November 24, 2012
DAY 26 is brought to you by, the lovely Jessica of Curlyhair Curlyperson. Jessica offered to share a fantastic Hanukkah DIY with you. Enjoy: Hi everyone, jessica from Curlyhair Curlyperson here! If you don’t already know, [...] Continue →
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Paper Mama “Family” Photo Challenge
Paper Mama “Family” Photo Challenge
NOTE: My photo challenges have changed to monthly, and you’re now welcome to take photos of any person! Not just kids. Have fun! All my photo challenges should be based around people (pets are [...] Continue →
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“Fall” Photo Challenge Winners
“Fall” Photo Challenge Winners
First: Congrats! You can grab your first place button here! AND, you won this awesome prize below (I’ll need your address ASAP, you can email me. Click her for prize rules): Favorites: Congrats! You can [...] Continue →
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Day 25: Jalapeño Popper Dip!
Day 25: Jalapeño Popper Dip!
November 21, 2012
Day 25: This is a recipe I shared a year and a half ago, and with Thanksgiving tomorrow…. I really think this needed to be shared AHgain. The last couple of years my hubs [...] Continue →
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Holiday scents
Holiday scents
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… In case you haven’t already figured it out…. I’m a bit crazy when it comes to Christmas. I LOOOOVE it so much. Always have. I didn’t think it was possible, but I am [...] Continue →
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Day 24: Rockwell style Christmas photo!
Day 24: Rockwell style Christmas photo!
November 20, 2012
Day 24: Today I’m sharing how I created my Rockwell style Christmas card. It’s a bit complicated… and, WILL take some time. BUT, so worth it. Really. I absolutely love wandering back and looking [...] Continue →
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I think she’s potty trained.
I think she’s potty trained.
::warning, this post contains some extreme parenting talk about toilets and poop:: I’m 99% sure my kiddo is finally potty trained. She’s been going on the toilet for a while… and has only had [...] Continue →