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Links to love for Valentine’s Day
Links to love for Valentine’s Day
February 8, 2013
Well, Valentine’s Day is coming up next week and that means Bacon Hearts! I originally made these guys in 2011…. you know: Valentine’s on a budget. Best way to my hubby’s heart: bacon hearts. [...] Continue →
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“I Love You” Bunting
“I Love You” Bunting
February 7, 2013
I Love You. Something I tell my husband and daughter everyday. Why not write it out for all to see? I love glitter. A lot. Glitter sorta makes most things better. Feeling bored? Glitter. [...] 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Day 27: Salt Dough Ornaments
Day 27: Salt Dough Ornaments
November 26, 2012
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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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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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 23: Framed Vintage Ornaments
Day 23: Framed Vintage Ornaments
November 19, 2012
DAY 23 is brought to you by, the lovely Denise of Spittin Toad: When Denise shared this on her blog the other day, I instantly fell in love. I love vintage glass ornaments… and I tend to [...] Continue →
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Day 22: Chocolate Covered Bacon Bites!
Day 22: Chocolate Covered Bacon Bites!
November 17, 2012
Day 22: This DIY is a favorite of mine because, well yeah… bacon covered in chocolate. I bet some of you are thinking, “What the? Nope.” Let me tell you, it’s fantastic. Things you [...] Continue →
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Day 21: Burlap and Lace Holiday Wreath (with pinecones)
Day 21: Burlap and Lace Holiday Wreath (with pinecones)
November 16, 2012
DAY 21 is brought to you by, the lovely Katie of Loves of Life: I’m excited to share this little holiday wreath project with you! Honestly, these days it feels rare that I don’t open up Pinterest, [...] Continue →
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Day 20: Popcorn Packaging!
Day 20: Popcorn Packaging!
November 15, 2012
Day 20: Popcorn packaging! WHA? That’s right. It’s almost time. Almost time to send your packages out for the holidays! All you need: a box, a jar of popcorn kernels, and something to send. [...] Continue →
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Day 19: Pepperoncini Cheese Dip Recipe!
Day 19: Pepperoncini Cheese Dip Recipe!
November 14, 2012
Day 19: This is a DELICIOUS appetizer. Pepperoncini Cheese Dip. I always buy this dip pre made, at a local grocery store. The sad part about the pre made stuff, the ingredients have a [...] Continue →
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Day 18: Leaf Place Markers
Day 18: Leaf Place Markers
November 13, 2012
Day 18: Today…. leaf place markers! This will be perfect for your upcoming Thanksgiving dinner. It’s a very simple table marker DIY. What you need: leaves, a permanent marker, and a bit of string. [...] Continue →
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Day 17: DIY Love and Noel Blocks
Day 17: DIY Love and Noel Blocks
November 12, 2012
DAY 17 is brought to you by, the lovely Mandy of A Sorta Fairytale: Hi! My name is Mandy from A Sorta Fairytale blog! I’m here to share a fun DIY project with you all! Thanks [...] Continue →
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Day 16: S’mores in a Jar
Day 16: S’mores in a Jar
November 10, 2012
Day 16: Yup. Simple as that. S’mores in a jar! The perfect hostess gift. Pop some marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers into a jar. Add a customizable sticker, from pear tree greetings. Bam! There [...] Continue →
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Day 15: Polka Dot Wreath
Day 15: Polka Dot Wreath
November 9, 2012
Day 15: Today I’m sharing a sweet wreath DIY with you. My polka dot wreath! It’s so simple and lovely for the fall. What you need: a wreath shape, moss, pom poms, hot glue, and [...] Continue →
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Day 14: Paper Pinecone Garland
Day 14: Paper Pinecone Garland
November 8, 2012
Day 14: Last year for my 50 DIY Days I created a pinecone garland… this year, I’ve made it even MORE simple. A paper pinecone garland. Made from my illustrations: all you have to [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Happy day after election!
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Happy day after election!
November 7, 2012
Yay! No more commercials! Did you have a good Tuesday? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. {If you have a Wordless{ish} Wednesday, please feel free to link it up below. And, feel free to link up to these blogs [...] Continue →
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Day 11: DIY Winter Snowglobes
Day 11: DIY Winter Snowglobes
November 5, 2012
DAY 11 is brought to you by, the lovely Suzanne of Bebehblog: Hello friends! I’m currently planning my daughter’s second birthday party with a North Pole Winter Sparkle Candy Cane Fairy theme (it makes sense in [...] Continue →
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Day 9: Homemade Apple Chips
Day 9: Homemade Apple Chips
November 2, 2012
Day 9: Today I’m sharing a simple homemade apple chips recipe! Only two ingredients. These little treats are delicious! My kiddo calls them “Dessert”. They would also be perfect to give as a hostess [...] Continue →
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Day 8: Silkscreen Painted Amaryllis Pot
Day 8: Silkscreen Painted Amaryllis Pot
November 1, 2012
DAY 8 is brought to you by, the lovely Emily of Peck Life: The fabulous Martha Stewart recently came out with a line of glass painting supplies, and after seeing some of the possibilities, I [...] Continue →
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Day 6: Thrifted Glassware Candles
Day 6: Thrifted Glassware Candles
October 30, 2012
I don’t know why, but I’ve never tried making my own candles. I guess I’ve always thought, “Why make, when you can buy?” BUT, most candles don’t come in cool containers that would look [...] Continue →
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Currently
Currently
October 19, 2012
I have another new post over at Better Homes and Gardens! This week I’m sharing a free “Welcome” printable, to make your very own Welcome pumpkin. You can find it here. I love this [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Forgotten photos
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Forgotten photos
October 17, 2012
I was wandering my files, and found these poor forgotten photos from my trip to Napa. Some delicious espresso from my first day there. These photos make me feel relaxed. Happy Wednesday! – Chelsey [...] Continue →
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Currently…
Currently…
October 5, 2012
Currently…. Obsessing over: Sleep. I am exhausted from this week. I was in California, again. It was another wonderful trip. I just need a good night’s sleep. Working on: Prepping for Crafty Wonderland! I got [...] Continue →
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New for BHG: Homemade Air Freshener
New for BHG: Homemade Air Freshener
October 4, 2012
You guys…. I love contributing to Better Homes and Gardens. It’s been so much fun to do something that I just love so much… every two weeks I get to create a new DIY [...] Continue →
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Better Homes and Gardens Post: Fridge Work Station
Better Homes and Gardens Post: Fridge Work Station
September 6, 2012
Another week, another DIY over at Better Homes and Gardens! I hope you head on over and check it out. I chat about creating your fridge work station! Made out of tins and a [...] Continue →
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Slowing down in New York
Slowing down in New York
August 10, 2012
I hope my GIF’s don’t give you all massive headaches… but, I sort of love making them. Aaaaand, I had quite a few photo sets to work with from New York.
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Catching Up
Catching Up
August 7, 2012
{Me in NY… that chandelier was so lovely} How about some catch up? It’s been quite the crazy week. With the combination of going to BlogHer, with a cold… and, just plain being in [...] Continue →
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El Pollo
El Pollo
July 23, 2012
As a little kid I knew I wanted many animals. Yes, kitties and doggies… BUT, I have always dreamed of having a little mini farm. Which is weird since I have zero desire to [...] Continue →
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Made it: Doily Soap Cozy
Made it: Doily Soap Cozy
July 17, 2012
It’s official, my sister is home from New Zealand. If you don’t know, she lives there 90% of the time. She’s about to get all married and stuff (August 11th) to a Kiwi (p.s. [...] Continue →
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Wanderlust
Wanderlust
July 12, 2012
Beats Antique = Love them. Amazing. First we saw: Ziggy Marley… followed by the awesome… Gramatik. Well, I was lucky enough to be sent to the wonderful Wanderlust Festival in Colorado last week (sent [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Into the wild
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Into the wild
July 11, 2012
{Outfit: //Shirt: thrifted//Skirt: about 6 years old…//Shoes: Target//} Well, hanging out at Copper Mountain Resort isn’t exactly “into the wild”, but I was surrounded by beauty. I set out on my adventure last Wednesday [...] Continue →
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Bow name tags + gift tag
Bow name tags + gift tag
June 18, 2012
A little free goodie for you lovely people! I needed some name badges for the PNW Blogger Meet Up, so I whipped up these sweet bow name tags. I really loved how they turned [...] Continue →
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Happy Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day
June 17, 2012
Happy Father’s Day to my husband! This is a collection of videos my mom recorded on her little camera. I was still in surgery during this… and, I’ve avoided watching these videos because of [...] Continue →
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Lazy Strawberry Shortcake
Lazy Strawberry Shortcake
June 15, 2012
Thank you COOL WHIP for sponsoring this post. Join us on Facebook for inspiration and recipes for everyday treats. What you add makes it. #coolwhipmoms My family and I have been so darn busy [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Tattoo for you? No, for me.
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Tattoo for you? No, for me.
June 13, 2012
When I was in Cali last week, I got to spend an extra day with some friends. Thursday day was spent with Ms. Jess. When you hang out with Jess, you go shopping. And, [...] Continue →
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Last week: My little trip.
Last week: My little trip.
June 12, 2012
Why was I in Cali? Welp, I was there to visit the Toyota Headquarters. If you missed it, I joined the TWIN a couple weeks ago. AND, right away they sent the new members [...] Continue →
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Christina’s Wedding
Christina’s Wedding
June 11, 2012
A couple of weeks ago my friend, Christina, celebrated her wedding. It was a wedding planned in 2 weeks. Originally scheduled for July… we moved it up due to a family member being very [...] Continue →
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Links I love this week!
Links I love this week!
June 8, 2012
I’m headed home from cali today! I had a crazy busy week. I’ll share some wonderful photos next week. <3 Links I love this week: I’m really enjoying this blogger. Love her outfits, and [...] Continue →
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Revamped play kitchen
Revamped play kitchen
May 14, 2012
My little girl’s “new” play kitchen! I bought this goody at a local consignment shop for $25 last October/November. My intentions were to have it finished before her birthday and christmas in December. Of [...] Continue →
