Wake Up Wednesday “Linky” Week #39

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Tweet #wakeupwednesdaylinky     Welcome to the 39th week of Wake Up Wednesday “Linky”  We are so excited to have you all party with us. Thank you so much to all those who participate in our party. Last week we had  406 awesome … Continue reading

Wake Up Wednesday “Linky” Week 37

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Tweet #wakeupwednesdaylinky      Welcome to the 37th week of  Wake Up Wednesday “Linky”    24 Blogs  –  1 Party &   Giveaway We are so excited to have you all party with us. Thank you so much to all those who participate … Continue reading

Wake Up Wednesday Linky Week 33

               Welcome to the 33rd week of  Wake Up Wednesday “Linky” 
 
24 Blogs  –  1 Party
 Giveaway
 
 
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Thank you so much to all those who participate in our party.
Last week we had  376 awesome linkups!   
 
 Wake Up and be happy, get excited and have fun with us! 
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Peach Melba Ice Cream from Pink Recipe Box

Peach Melba Homemade Ice Cream Recipe | www.pinkrecipebox.com

 I’m currently suffering through the hottest month of the year when my desk fan becomes next to useless no matter how high I turn it up. Homemade ice cream recipes to the rescue!

Princess Anna Crochet Hat

Princess Anna inspired crochet hat with pattern»Over The Apple Tree
This Disney’s Frozen, Princess Anna inspired crochet hat is easy to make and is a great gift for the holidays or a Frozen birthday!

Joanna’s Andalusian Zucchini Tortilla

from What’s On The List

Spanish-tortilla

Are you curious like me where the zucchini is?

August 2014 Favorites!

August was pretty good product wise for me. I have a decent amount of favorites to share 
with you all, so here we go!
 
 

from Upstate Ramblings

Snickers Pretzel Mix #Chocolate4theWin #shop

Football season is just about underway!  Whether it is a club, college, high school or professional teams are practicing and getting ready for another exciting season.  My family loves to watch football. Of course football also means snacks, so to go along with our first game of the season I created this portable SNICKERS Pretzel Snack with cute little football bags.

Mommy Club

from Married Filing Jointly

Speaking of being a mommy…it is simply not a job you can understand until you are a mommy.
 
 

How to Make Elderberry Extract

from Little Owl Crunchy Momma

It’s incredibly easy, and super delicious. I use it to help make my elderberry syrup last longer (recipe coming soon). It’s also delicious to add to cider in the fall and winter. Mmmmm. Delicious.

Glittery Fall Leaf Earrings

Glittery Fall Leaf Earrings by Crafty Journal
Create a fun pair of glittery fall leaf earrings to dress up for autumn.
 

 

Bourbon Maple Sweet Potato Recipe

from  eat pray {read} love

These Bourbon Maple Sweet Potatoes are sure to be a hit at your next dinner! Creamy potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping and just the right amount of sweetness!

I had these delicious Bourbon-Maple sweet potatoes as one of my sides. Ben doesn’t normally like sweet potatoes (which is one reason I ordered them!- kidding!) but he inhaled these babies. I decided to try to recreate the sweet potato recipe for our Thanksgiving meal and they were pretty spot-on.

Blairsden Mansion Tour: Part 2

from Ms. Toody Goo Shoes

52-Room Mansion Tour: You've got to see this house to believe it! Ms.Toody Goo Shoes

In case you missed Part 1,  I’m taking you on the mother of all house tours…

at Blairsden Mansion, in Peapack-Gladstone NJ.which was the site of a

Designer Showhouse fundraiser, back in May.

 

 

Watermelon Slush

from  4 Sons ‘R’ Us

Watermelon Slush

This frosty treat makes a refreshing ending to any summer meal. Simply scoop the slushy mixture into bowls or tall glasses and enjoy a refreshing dessert, all while still getting that melon flavor fix, albeit without all the dripping. Add a splash of vodka for an even sweeter summer adult beverage.

 

Painted Furniture

How to Paint Furniture

Finally, we found a dresser that fit out needs. It wasn’t too over-scale, had 9 drawers, and was only $100.

 

Pumpkin Butter

Pumpkin Butter // Budget Girl --- 13 Days of Pumpkin is back! This year, we're getting started with this decadent pumpkin butter recipe. Perfect on some toasted pumpkin yeast bread. :) #pumpkin #fall #autumn #butter #food #recipes #cooking

I was going to come up with a simple crock pot recipe, and then I found this decadent pumpkin butter recipe from I Bake, He Shoots. I tried it, loved it, and now…it’s the one I’m going to recommend. (Well, that’s an easy first day, isn’t it?)

Classic Cherry Pie

from Born to Bake Forever

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Ever since I was five, my mother and I have always made this Classic Cherry Pie for special occasions or just dessert. I’ve never lost my taste for cherries…or dessert. This recipe has been a family favorite for years. A simple recipe easy to make for busy days. 

 

 

 

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    Wake up wednesday Linky #31

       
    Welcome to the 31th week of Wake Up Wednesday “Linky” 
     
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    adding nailhead trim to a wood table

    weston-crank-bistro-table
    When furnishing our garage turned family room, I knew I wanted a round table with some chairs in there.  This way the room could double as extra dining space as well, or as desk space.  I had my eye on the Weston Crank Bistro table from Arhaus furniture for a while.

    Painting Metal Chairs with Chalk Paint

    Chalk Painted Metal Chairs
    I am not sure where I got them, but they have been painted many colors…here, you see them blue, with little red peaking through, with just a touch of rust too..beauties I tell you, beauties in the rough!
    This idea for a poncho shirt has been swimming around in my brain for a while. I have a shirt from Charlotte Russe that is similar to these, but is not as long as I would like it to be. I looked at the basic construction of that shirt to come up with my plan for making these.  They are easy and fast to make, and oh-so versatile. I could see them with a cardigan over or a long sleeve under in the fall and winter. Enjoy!

    Slow Cooker: Beef and Broccoli Recipe

    This is hands down the best thing I have ever made in our married lives. I’m pretty sure my husband loved it more than anything else I have made. He is so sweet he will never say anything. But honestly try this out, it is delicious and super easy to make!!
    peas
    This is a picture of my sweet grand-daughter Emmaline after she experienced
     eating peas for the first time:
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    Remember this DIY Chain and Pearl Necklace I posted yesterday? Well, someone requested that I make her one. And I did. And it was awesome.
     
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    Today I’m sharing a fantastic flower box with you. On Saturday my niece Laura was married. Her wonderful reception was at a vineyard here in Connecticut.
    It was held outside under a tent, that was exquisitely decorated! The weather was perfect for the occasion. It felt like an early fall evening. Everything was beautiful, especially the bride!
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    Natural Way Organics creates all-natural, organic products for hygiene and other purposes around the house. Not only can you safely wash your hair and entire body with Olive Oil Castile Soap.
    Waiting for him to ask for my number.

    Waiting for him to use it.

    Waiting for him to ask me out on a date.

    Waiting for him to confirm said date.

    Waiting for him to pick me up for said date.

    Lemon Brownies 7
    I love getting a bag of lemons given to me, our wee tree is getting there but only have 3 lemons from it so far! The next decision is what to make with them. A few months ago Pinterest was full of Lemon Brownie recipes, I was intrigued – I am a little slow on the uptake but I finally made them today and they are delicious! Lovely lemony smell filling the house and a lovely fresh alternative to our decadent chocolate brownie you will find elsewhere on my blog.
    Years ago I found this awesome wood caddy at an antique store. It was stained a dark wood & I refinished it in burgundy to go in my guest bathroom to hold magazines. 
    Summer Makeup Favorites | My Life Well Loved
    Alabama heat is no joke! It has felt like spring for most of the summer, but now that the true to
     form humidity and soaring temperatures are coming to fruition, it’s the perfect time to 
    showcase my Favorite Summer Makeup. These products have been my saving grace this summer for some color and to cover any unwanted blemishes.
    Hello my lovely friends, today lets climb one more step on sewing ladder and make a Tote bag with faux leather base. Are you as excited as I am? Then, lets do it!!! This post looks too lengthy because of explanation, but trust me its super simple to sew it.
    You go one morning to check the garden for any ripe produce. There’s a zucchini there that is still a bit puny, but should be ready by the next day. You forget to check in the morning, but remember and look after dinner. It has gone from the size of a hot-dog to the size of your arm in less than 2 days! Yikes! What are you going to do with all that zucchini?!
     
     
    Plum Tart
    I had peaches on my shopping list, because it is peach season. However, the ones I found did not look fresh or ripe, and had no smell to them. I am not sure what that is all about, but like a store-bought tomatoes there was no flavor. So what to do? I went through the market sniffing fruit. The plums I could smell and looked inviting so I brought home enough make a plum tart.
    The Best Homemade Café Frappé Recipe – Low-Sugar, Rich & Creamy! | Roxy's Kitchen With five minutes and five ingredients you can make your own! #summer #drinks #icedcoffee #lowsugar
    I’ve said this before, I’m not a big fan of coffee – with one exception though, frappes! They were very popular during my high school years back home in Romania (15 years ago!), especially during the summer time. This is when I pretty much fell in love with this delicious iced coffee drink. 

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    Wake Up Wednesday “Linky” #30

       
      Welcome to the 30th week of  Wake Up Wednesday “Linky” 
     
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    Today I want to share my front porch with you. My accessories have both complimenting and contrasting colors in them. I wanted them to work with my house color (Cabot exterior latex stain in Spruce Blue.) and not clash.

    Glass Insulator Lights

    Glass Insulator Lights
    Today, I thought I would share with you some of the lights what we installed in our new house! 

    Carrot Orange Bread

    from Wendys Hat

    Carrot Orange Bread with Orange Juice Glaze
    Created a special treat today that I know you will love.  I’m calling it my Carrot Orange Bread with Orange Juice Glaze.
     
    Even though my Peach Cobbler was a failure this week, living in Georgia: I HAVE to can peaches each year. Now, we have a ton of Summer Georgia Peaches for the next few seasons thanks to successful canning. 

    Whipped Feta Dip from The Pink Recipe Box

    Whipped Feta Dip | www.pinkrecipebox.com

    Sometimes I feel like the recipes I share with you guys are too simple and too fast to 
    call them recipes. Today is one of those days. 
     

    Thrifty Thursday…Glass Mushrooms for the Garden

    from Artistic Endeavors Inc 101

    A trip to the thrift store with my daughter yielded supplies for a quick garden project.

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza

    from Upstate Ramblings

    Slice of Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza
    Pizza makes an good family dinner, because it is not only quick to make it is cost effective too.  But always serving cheese pizza is boring, so I like to change it up with some different toppings.  A few weeks ago I made Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza, and the family loved it!

    Crock Pot Shredded Beef Tacos Recipe

    from A Mom’s Take

    Crock Pot Shredded Beef Tacos
    While I grew up eating what I now refer to as the American version of a beef taco, I found as an adult that I much prefer the milder flavor and taste of a traditional shredded beef taco.

    DIY Citrus Avocado Face Mask

    from Robyn’s View

    Citrus Avocado Face Mask
    Avocados are rich in moisturizing oils and healthy fats that you skin will adore. When you combine avocados with the skin brightening properties of citrus, you have a face mask that can’t be beat!

    DIY: Cucumber Mint Body Scrub + Free Printable Labels

    from Living Frugal with Erika

    diy-cucumber-mint-body-scrub-3

    I know that we all need a little relaxation from time to time, and what better way than with a DIY Scrub? Not only is this perfect for relaxing at home, it also makes a wonderful frugal gift idea! Take an afternoon and create this easy DIY Cucumber Mint Body Scrub

     Homemade Coffee Sugar Scrub

    from Living Chic

    coffeesugarscrub

    I have been obsessed with Homemade Body Scrub recipes lately. I decided to whip up a Coffee Sugar scrub recipe of my own this morning. It is so easy and very inexpensive.

     

    Funfetti Cake Bites

    Funfetti Cake Bites
    We love dessert at the Smith House, and though I’m obviously not a professional baker, I still enjoy whipping up some sort of sweet treat to share after dinner.

    How-to: sew a soft ball

    from Green Apple Colttagesoft toy ball

    Another baby boy was born on the very day I posted a picture of a home made soft ball  I had sewn for my nephew. A perfect opportunity to sew another one, don’t you think? This time, I added several loops.


    Lemon Blueberry Squash Bread

     

    from Cooking with K

    Lemon Blueberry Squash Bread

    Have you every heard of yellow squash in a quick bread recipe?  I was first introduced to it last summer  by my daughter.  I love to bake with zucchini in bread, but never had made any with summer yellow squash.

     

    The Last Wall in my Kitchen!!

    from Debbie Dabble

    Finally, I would like to share with you the last wall in my Kitchen……

    And wrap up my Series on my Kitchen where I shared One Wall at a Time……

    Every weekday I get an email from Short Daily Devotions, this one yesterday really touched my heart and spoke to me. I really want to share it with you today.

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    Wake Up Wednesday Linky Week #29

     

                   
    Welcome to the 29th week of Wake Up Wednesday “Linky” 
     
    32 Blogs  –  1 Party
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    Gourmet S'mores
    Another chocolate recipe; no one is more surprised than I am, but when you find a fun recipe it needs to be memorized. It is really easy. Easy is my favorite kind of recipe. Since I can’t eat graham crackers or chocolate (they both contain soy), I felt compelled to write about my workaround. This recipe uses cocoa powder and I substituted gingersnaps for the graham cracker. I think they should be called Gourmet S’mores.
     
     

    Tags Galore!

    Mixed Media Tags, vintage ephemera, Faber Castell Pitt brush pen
    I added some vintage inspired ephemera to each tag with gel medium and highlighted them with either a charcoal pencil or a black Faber Castell Big Brush.
     
     
    Doing Good: A Seed Grows in Columbus - An Organic, Urban Garden Feeds a Community's Growth
    There is nothing more powerful than a woman on a mission.
     
     
    Great resource if you're trying the 3 Day Potty Training Method with your toddler!
    I’ve been kind of a skeptic of the “3-day Potty Training” methods everybody posts on Pinterest.  I mean really, who believes that you can undo a lifetime of diaper use in less than a week?  Well, it turns out that toddlers are smart cookies.
     
     

    10 Family Dinners That Start with Ground Beef

    10 Family Friendly Ground Beef Recipes
    If you have a large family or a big group coming over for dinner, you might set right to work cooking up recipes for tacos or making up some hamburger patties. But, what if it’s just you and your small family of 4? What then? You need an action plan and a bunch of family-friendly beef recipes!
     
     
    20 Tips for Preparing Your Child to Start School - http://ourlittlehouseinthecountry.com #startingschool #backtoschool
    Dealing with the emotions of starting school (kiddies and parents!)
     
     
    The other day one of my kids brought a paper snowflake from school.  They learned how to make these at school in one of their art classes.Then I remembered making these as kid myself. We used to make a bunch of these and glue them to a string to make a garland/bunting to decorate the house
     
     
    How to Reupholster a Dining Chair Seat + Dumpster Chair Reveal // Budget Girl --- My first try at reupholstering anything. It turned out so much nicer than I imagined! #chair #dining #reupholster #upholstery #decor #furniture
    Remember my dumpster chair? I finally finished it! Are you ready? 
     

    DIY Ribbon Organizer Tote

    This ribbon organizer tote is easy to make, inexpensive and stackable. I contemplated other storage methods that involved affixing the ribbon spools to a stationary rack, (wall-mounted, etc.) but opted for the flexibility of being able to store and use the ribbon in a variety of locations with this system. 
     
     
    I love DIY projects as much as the next gal, but I hardly ever have a few good free hours to devote to getting all the supplies together and completing the project and making a good old mess.  I wish I did but I just don’t.  So when this DIY project popped into my head I knew it was just for me-cute, fun, simple and quick!!  
     
     
    Raspberry and Mint Scented Water
    We all know the importance of hydrating ourselves, but do you actually do it?  I know I don’t!  Water is so blah tasting, so why not spruce it up by infusing it with fruits and veggies.  I figured I would give it a try and if  nothing else, my kids would enjoy it.  Besides it looks so pretty, doesn’t it–kinda makes you want to drink it.  Here are 10 hydrating infused water recipes that look tasty and easy to do.
     
     
    Eggplant Rollitini Pasta & Fruit Punch in a Pinch
    Take a break this summer and make it a summer night in with this phenomenal dinner and cocktail combo that we’re sharing with you today.  We all need a new recipe from time to time, and I can tell you that I for one am always up for trying a new girlie drink!
     

    If You Can Color in a Coloring Book, You Can Paint

    Painting is so much fun. I think you’ll enjoy it too. Tole painting allows you to create really 

    beautiful and unique things for your home and makes wonderful gifts for friends and family. So grab your surface, your patterns, your paint and your brushes and lets begin this adventure together!

     
     

     

     

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      Wake Up Wednesday “Linky” Week #28

         
       Welcome to the 28th week of  Wake Up Wednesday “Linky” 
       
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      The secret to raw edge appliqué is this tool, the Applique Pressing Sheet.  For many years, I would arrange my web backed fabric pieces on their background and hold my breath and apply the iron.  Now I press my pattern pieces to this sheet and if I don’t like the way they look, I can lift them up and put them somewhere else.  This sheet is also perfect if you are following a raw edge appliqué pattern, like the one I used to make this Forget-Me-Not block.

      Coconut Pecan Cheesecake Bars

      Coconut-Pecan-Cheesecake-Bars
      WARNING! These are super decadent and rich! You must share with friends, or you might have a heart attack! They are the perfect combination of everything I love; caramel, chocolate, coconut, cheesecake, pecan, and a buttery crust! Enjoy these with a tall glass of milk and LOTS of friends!
      Picture This: Enjoying Art, Nature and Getting "Summer Fit"!
      This summer, I was invited to participate in Raise.com’s “Summer Fit” campaign.
      I love to stay active during the summer so I was delighted to get involved with their
      “Summer Fit” campaign.  I live in an urban environment, so finding a patch of green is especially satisfying for me.  Sure I belong to a great health club, but in the summer time I prefer to get my exercise
      outside in the sun as much as possible.
      Oreo Reese's Peanut Butter Pie  http://recipesforourdailybread.com/2014/07/29/creamy-peanut-butter-pie-recipe/

      GARDEN PLANTER SWING

      garden planter swing
      The project consists of  a wood planter, rope, paint, nails,  flowers and a tree (if you don’t have a tree :)you can use your porch ceiling)
      Mid-Year Blogger Planner & Calendar by Mama Miss Designs
      Blogging has always been a hobby for me.  Well, “always” may not be the best term to describe my love affair with blogging.  When you think about it, blogging is a relatively new thing.  And I’ve only been at it for 8 years.  And it’s been pretty sporadic.  So scratch the first sentence of this blog post.  It’s a lie.

      Double Stuff Oreo Pancakes

      I love pancakes! I especially love the weekends because those are my cheat days which means I can have my pancakes! All week long I’m thinking of sweet, sinful ways to prepare my pancakes. Oh yea, I LOVE my pancakes!

      The Ultimate Blog Resource Library

      The Ultimate Blog Resource Library
      In hopes of making everyone’s lives a little easier, I put together some helpful hints, tips and tricks all in one place to make your blogging much easier.
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      I’m always interested in trying out different sensory play activities with the boys, even something very simple can grab their attention and provide an opportunity to explore something new. To find out more about why sensory play is important you can read my previous post and also get some ideas for lots more materials to use.
      Picture
      “The beauty of a woman is not in a facial mole, but true beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It is the caring that she lovingly gives,
      the passion that she knows.”
      ― Audrey Hepburn
      You all know how I love to make my own household goodies, this time I ventured into making my own deodorant. I looked online for months reading different posts, reading thoughts, reviews, whatever I could get my eyes on!
      Bite-Size Peach Turnovers
      Sometimes, you just want a small bite of dessert.  When that happens, a small bite of peach turnover will solve the problem.  Sprinkle powdered sugar on top and you have yourself a winner.  Just think small when you’re baking.
      I’m so excited to share with you all a little bit of my home today! One of the greatest joys about buying our very first house is being able to scan pinterest for some amazing design ideas!
      FriedGreenTomatoes final with words
      Making them is super easy to do and it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg either. Here is my families favorite way to eat them. Just thought I would share so your family could enjoy them too.
       
       
      “The phrase “Pura Vida” (pu·ra vi·da) means “pure life” in Spanish. Enjoying life slowly, celebrating good fortune and not taking anything for granted embodies the Pura Vida Lifestyle. It’s about being free and living life to it’s fullest with no regrets or taking anything for granted; it’s an attitude.”
       
      Raspberry Pinwheel Cookies - Christmas in July
      Delicious jam filled cookies are a Christmas tradition, and these Raspberry Pinwheel 
      Cookies are a fun way to enjoy jam.

      I Hear Angels Singing

      I recently finished another large angel. I gave her an old world patina finish like I have my other angels but I think this one is my favorite so far. I even like her better than my last angel with the large wings. 

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      Wake Up Wednesday # 27

         
       Welcome to the 27th week of 
       
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      How to Stay Inspired to Blog

      How to Stay Inspired to Blog
      If you are a blogger you have most likely had that moment when you opened up a blank  post and that little cursor stairs at you.  The little blinking line taunts you, “write something…anything!” 

      Owl Smash Cake (Updated) from Frugal Mom Eh!

      Owl Smash Cake

      I decided to redo my Owl Smash Cake tutorial with better pictures and fix the mistakes I made the first time.  This Owl Smash Cake really is so easy to make that I just made it again to redo the pictures

      Turkey and Brie Grilled Cheese

      from Dizzy Busy and Hungry

      Turkey and Brie Grilled Cheese | DizzyBusyandHungry.com #grilledcheese #turkey #brie
      Grilled cheese is definitely a favorite in my house.  How can you not like toasty, crunchy, cheesy hand-held sammies? I love finding new and delicious ways to make grilled cheese, from varying the type of cheese, to incorporating meats or vegetables, and even adding spreads or other condiments.

       

       

      from Three Kids and A Fish

       

      quick berry crisp
      I make a lot of recipes that call for different pie fillings! Depending on the season they can be hard to find and some are more expensive then others. With berry picking season in full bloom, I thought I would try making my own! I was surprised at how simple it is to make and after adding a little bit of this and that I created this thick, warm, sweet, bursting with fresh blueberries pie filling! With only 6 ingredients this blueberry pie filling was less expensive and made more than store bought. Ready your mason jars and get ready to can some amazing pie filling!
       

       

      from Life in the Orchard

       

      How To Freeze Fresh Farm Eggs

      This time of year is just crazy in my neck of the woods. Between everything in the garden ripening at the same time, the chickens laying eggs like it’s going out of style and it being our favorite time to go camping I am BUSY! It is a given that household chores have been pushed to the waist side. I am trying to be ok with that. But canning and preserving foods in a messy house drives me nuts! Ok let’s be honest here, being in a messy house no matter what I am doing drives me nuts!
      If you’re like me, I hate to look for stuff in my pantry. Not sure if I have it there or not, missing it and purchasing more only to find it again and notice it is out of date. aughhh!!!
       
      My old Dodge pickup is rusting. Trying to restore the rusting parts piece by piece, hoping to keep it in good condition, my handy husband went to his favorite salvage yard in search of a fender. He called me when he found one and said, “I’ve got a fender and there is an old kitchen step stool seat thing here that is getting thrown out. It’s really rough. Is it something you are interested in trying to fix up?”  I said “YES! Please and thank you!”

      Look What’s New

       
      A couple of weeks ago I was browsing on ebay and I found this cute
      gingham pitcher by Crown Burslem.  It is still wearing it’s little
       Union Jack sticker which I plan to peel off but thought it would be
       fun in the pic.  I love gingham and can never pass it up.  It was
      a bargain too which always seals a deal.

       

      from Culinary Flavors

       

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      In Greece, we buy our desserts mainly from pastry shops that carry a variety of sweets mainly influenced by the French and the Italian ones. Of course they sell traditional Greek ones, but the majority of people prefer to buy the ones that are made according to French or Italian standards.

      Today I am delighted to present my 1st refashion a real adventure! 
      I love jeans and have long wanted to make a very practical bag. Some time ago, a friend gave me a pair of jeans speckled with small beads. So, from a pair of pants were born a bag with wicker handles, a purse and still have leftovers fabric. Frogged, I did some tests, I lined with polka dot fabric, made a sprig of flowers and loved the result! 
      And what do you think? 
       

       

      from To Work With My Hands

       

      I hope you have been encouraged to slow down a bit and consider the blessings of life all around you. It's a constant struggle for me to slow down, and I have to remind myself often to refocus my mind.

      I hope you have been encouraged to slow down a bit and consider the blessings of life all around you. It’s a constant struggle for me to slow down, and I have to remind myself often to refocus my mind. I’m grateful for the opportunity to do that here, and to share it with you. 

       

      from Hand- Me – Down Mom Genes

       

      We are really blessed in our house to have the space for a playroom. It’s a first floor master bedroom with a bathroom and small walk-in closet. Since we wanted to be on the same floor as Carl, we opted to stay upstairs. The only problem with our playroom is it is completely bare (except for the billions tons of toys). 
       

       

      from Gina’s Craft Corner

       

      Laptop and iPad Messenger Bag by Gina's Craft Corner (pattern by Sew Sweetness)

      Yes, it is another Kennedy Bag!  I just love this pattern by Sarah Lawson from Sew Sweetness.  It is actually a free pattern she offers, so check it out!  I always feel so satisfied when I am finished with one of these bags.  The buckles still frustrate me a bit, but it is all worth it! 

       
       
       

       

      from A Mom’s Take

       

      Photo Chore Chart

      I am a firm believer in teaching kids responsibility and that can be done from a very young age. My little guy is three and we have just started introducing jobs to him. He has been expected to do them for awhile now, but I really wanted to create a visual reminder for him. He can’t read yet, so a typical chart was out of the question. I started with clip-art but it just didn’t seam specific enough for me!

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      Wake Up Wednesday #26

         
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      Announcing the Arrival of Our Little Guy + Birth Story

      So if you follow me on Instagram this is old news but for those who don’t I am SO HAPPY to FINALLY announce our little guy, “E” arrived last Wednesday, 6/25. He was 7 lbs. 4 oz. 20.5 inches long with a full head of hair! He is perfect in every way! I am SO incredibly thankful to God that He blessed us with this little guy- it was quite the delivery but “E” was totally, completely worth it! 

      Strawberry Cheesecake Yogurt Pops

      Summer itself screams for creamy, ice cold treats to make a really authentic summer day. Sticky hands and happy smiles are the reward these delicious Strawberry Cheesecake Yogurt Pops. Kids and adults will love them, the kids can help making them too. Creamy, sweet, and tangy they satisfy a sweet tooth without overindulging it. Just perfect for a hot afternoon treat. Beautiful enough to serve or bring to any summer BBQ or pool party get together.
      English Muffins

      from The Pink Recipe Box

      English Muffins | www.pinkrecipebox.com

      English muffins are one of the very first types of bread that I ever attempted, which is why I always have a soft spot for them. For years I adored English muffins – whether they came from the supermarket out of a packet or in the form of a McMuffin from McDonalds, but it wasn’t until I made my own that I fell completely head over heels in love with them. 

      This week, we’ll be touring Becky’s garden again.  This is my third post about her beautiful yard, so be sure to check out the two previous posts to see more of this lovely yard.   Today we’ll be looking at the potting area, and you’re going to love it.

      20 Attributes of Pride: Examining Ego, Hindrance & Deliverance from My Salt, His Light

      betterthan
      I recently attended a mind-blowing bible study on the topic of “Pride”. It’s amazing how we hear a word like pride, and automatically think of others – and not ourselves.
      poor Milo
      So over the weekend it was time for our dog to get his bath.  Usually my husband is in charge of this process but I happened to be in the bathroom and I was looking at the shampoo he picked up awhile back at the pet store and I was like what?!
      This tote was inspired by Ren’s Tote-ally Thankful for our Teachers post at The Inspired Wren! 
       She has a wonderful FREE Lined Canvas Tote Tutorial!  Thanks, Ren!

      Homemade Espresso Drinks (Lattes, etc) – No Fancy Machine Needed!from Thrifty N Woman

      This cold weather is causing me to seek some solice in a warm, cozy cup of coffee. Well, more accurately, a creamy foamy latte (hazelnut is my flavor of choice this morning). I worked my way through college as a Barista, and have not stopped whipping up espresso drinks since. Now my family and neighbors are the ones drinking my lattes. 

       

      5 Ways to Experience His Presence

      from Faithful Feat

      In this world of go, go, go and do, do, do, it’s easy to drift far from the One who holds us secure. The One who goes before us, stands at our right hand and has the ability to keep us from being shaken.

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      Wake Up Wednesday #25

                     Welcome to the 25th week of  “Wake Up Wednesday”  “Linky” 
       
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      Cocoon Minutes
      My girls turned five last month.  Five years old.  I almost cannot remember what my life was like before they were here. 
      Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza
      In our family, we don’t need a big reason to celebrate. Of course, we love to celebrate the big things like birthdays and holidays. But, I love to throw little celebrations too! A few weeks ago, we had a “Summer is Here!” brunch to ring in the new season. Nothing huge – just our family and a few fun treats.
      Hungry for sourdough bread but lacking a starter, I was happy to run across this recipe. It does not produce a true sourdough bread, but it’s a great substitute. There’s just enough of a slightly tangy flavor to satisfy that particular taste, yet mild enough for everyone. The dough is easy to work with, and produces a tender, hearty, pleasantly chewy loaf.

      A Summer Day at the Oregon Garden

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      There were so many beautiful flowers, there is no way I can show you them all! 

       I’d run out of space.  But here are a few….    

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      After getting all decked out in Patriotic colors for the fourth, I wore a very summery outfit for church. And there were actually a few other in summery colors instead of dark this week. Yay!!
      It’s so comfy, cool and colorful and it was a fun outfit to wear!

      DIY: Cucumber Mint Body Scrub + Free Printable Labels from Living Frugal with Erika

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      I know that we all need a little relaxation from time to time, and what better way than with a DIY Scrub? 

      Are You Eating “Healthy” But Not Losing Weight? 10 Reasons Why I Love “The Virgin Diet Cookbook” from Urban Naturale

      Are You Eating "Healthy" But Not Losing Weight? 10 Reasons I Love "The Virgin Diet Cookbook"

      “Drop 7 Foods Lose 7 Pounds Just 7 Days”

      If you’re from Hawaii, you know about Guri Guri – Hawaiian Ice Cream. The best way for me to describe Guri Guri is if a slushie and ice cream had a baby, the product would be Guri Guri. It’s a creamy delight that is a perfect dessert for the hot summer days. Plus, it’s super easy to make, takes only three ingredients, and you don’t need a fancy ice cream maker. Winner!
      Beach Mantel Decor
      A little piece of nostalgia and of summers long ago. 

      The lifesaver garland was picked up at Cost Plus World Market on one of my recent weekly trips into the store. 

      DIY Hair Treatment

      Hair
      A while ago, I hap­pened upon this inex­pen­sive and incred­i­bly easy recipe for a do it your­self hair treat­ment to add mois­ture to dam­aged, col­ored or dry hair. I don’t know where I found this recipe, and I apol­o­gize to the orig­i­nal source but a huge thank you for com­ing up with it.  It works wonderfully!
      Lombard Street Crossbody Bag By Gina's Craft Corner (Design by ChrisWDesigns)
      This is the Lombard Street Crossbody by Christine at ChrisW Designs (Click here to visit ChrisW Designs.) This bag is an iPad case and purse all in one!  I do not think you will be disappointed with this pattern.

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