Today's Top 20

Blanket Tutorial - Car Seat Cover

2011-05-24T06:10:00.000-07:00

Here's Heidi! I just love her blog Trying it Out! And she's so sweet! Make sure to stop by and tell her hello!!

I am Heidi and I blog over at trying it out. I used to be a junior high math teacher, until I had my first daughter, who is now four. I also have a 22 month old daughter and a pretty great husband (most the time anyway :) ). I love to create, but I am not creative. Fortunately I have the rest of the blogging world to inspire me, and I often use their help to make something. I am too independent to ask someone to teach me, so I learn by trial and error, often more error. I just like having a place to keep track of all the things I make, and my progression. This is my first time being featured, and I am pretty excited about it, Thanks Amanda for giving me a chance, and for always helping me find more inspiration

Car Seat Cover/Nursing Cover Tutorial

Car Seat cover

add a strap

Nursing Cover

You will need: one yard of front fabric (I used cotton quilting fabric)
one yard of back fabric (I used Chenille)
scraps of wool felt-optional (for flower)
Velcro (the sew on kind, not the sticky kind, it will gunk up your machine)
basic sewing tools (thread, scissors, pins, etc)

Cut both pieces about 35 inches wide, give or take (forgive me, I decided to do the tutorial after finishing, so all my pictures are of the finished product, not during the process)

and about 43 inches long

using a bowl, plate, or something round, round the edges of your fabric

sew the flower on. I used leftover felt from this and followed to same general steps, just making it smaller

then sew the two pieces together, wrong sides together, leaving a space for turning
turn right sides out and top stitch (I did three rounds of top stitch, because I liked the look of it. You could do one or two)

now make the straps for attaching to the car seat

I sewed to rectangles of chenille together measuring about 3.5" by 7.5". I sewed them right sides together, then turned them right side out and top stitched. I repeated for the second strap.

Then I sewed Velcro on, so it could wrap around the car seat handle. Make sure you place the Velcro on opposite sides, so it can wrap flat

it will Velcro closed like this

Then I sewed the straps on (I did two seams down the center to attach each strap)

if you enlarge this picture, you will see the straps are about 13" down from the top

and about 21 inches up from the bottom (yours do not have to be exact)

place them about 10" in on either side

and about 8 inches apart

now make the strap, for the nursing cover

I sewed two rectangles right sides together, measuring 25.5"x3.5" and turned them right sides out. Then I top stitched around

now you are done

if you feel inclined, embellish a cute burp cloth to go with it (I just used scrap fabric, some leftover lace hem tape, and some lace. The lace came on a spool and so it already had a tendency to roll. I just stared a circle on the outside, and rolled it in to the center)

Did you know that My Vinyl Designer offers FREE downloads of some of their designs? Go check them out!!

Where I've been

2011-05-24T06:05:00.000-07:00

Hey ladies...it feels like it's been awhile since I've been here!

Gosh - life has gotten *insane*

Email still not working -- and yahoo is still unreachable -- so I think I'm switching to gmail!

And last week - I got into a car accident. A man's brakes went out and my poor car! So I've been dealing with insurance companies and body shops.

And to be honest -- so busy but I'm back. And it feels nice to go back to "normal" :)

I have a great blanket post that will be up in just a minute! But I've received lots of comments/tweets from y'all so thanks for missing me! :)

Wednesday's Features

2011-05-11T06:55:00.000-07:00

I am STILL waiting to hear back from yahoo. Which means I am STILL unable to login to my email account right now (and I'm kind of scared about what my inbox looks like....) So I'm not ignoring anyone! Just waiting!

Have you joined the Do It Yourself Community? (Click over to the left to join!) Stop in and add your self to the creative blog directory. This is a new group - but I'm hoping to start doing monthly live chats as soon as we get enough members! If you've never done a live chat - It's so much fun! A great way to get to know the people behind the blogs, get inspired and have fun!

Sew This.

Sew Can Do shows you how to make a cute chair for your kids.

Little Sprinkles of Fun used the Belle Dress tutorial from Crafter Hours to make this super comfy dress up outfit.

Em-Magination made her own pillow pet!

Isn’t this dress sweet? {Bucket of Buttons}

Show Tell Share made a pretty sweater bag.

Craft This.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this rustic sign from House Revivals.

Aren’t these hair bows sweet!? They are made from candy wrappers! {Craft Zine}

I’m in love with the party blower wreath from Silly Pearl.

What a great quick gift! Personalized mugs from Running With Glitter.

My Decorating addiction has these cool PB kids knock off decorations.

Print This.

Eighteen25 has this great teacher print – perfect for last day of school.

AND Eighteen25 also has a great filler print. That way you can keep those frames up even when there isn’t a holiday!

My Poppet made a felt ABC print.

Sprik Space has LOTS of love prints for you to chose from - 10 different prints in like a bazillion colors!

Tidy mom has this oh so true print. Double heart.

Eat This.

Shugary Sweets has a recipe for Mile High Caramel Bars.

Sweet Treats and More made ice cream sundae cupcakes with caramel frosting. :) {That makes me happy}

Andy loves eclaire cake. The Country Cook has a recipe!

And I’m a sucker for smores! Sweet Escape Bakery has smore bars.

And I thought these beer jellos were kind of cute. {Yes, I said cute beer} How fun would they be for a 21^st birthday party? {Sugar Swings}

Did you know that My Vinyl Designer offers FREE downloads of some of their designs? Go check them out!!

Ahhh -- Email isn't working!

2011-05-09T05:14:00.000-07:00

{Well in case you can't tell from my post title...my email isn't working}

Dumb.

All of the fabulous blanket tutorials are - you guessed it in my email.

Double dumb.

The password doesn't work. Tried to reset it online. But the computer told me I would have to contact customer service.

Triple Dumb.

Hopefully customer service emails me soon! If you have emailed me lately and I haven't responded -- so sorry! I'm not ignoring you! Hopefully I will be reconnected soon!

April's Blogger of the Month Winner - Just Another Hang Up

2011-05-06T04:59:00.000-07:00

Hooray! Thanks to everyone who linked up! I love seeing all of the great projects! This month's winner was Just Another Hang Up with her tooth pillows! They are SO cute!

You've seen Just Another Hang Up featured here a few times!

There are so many awesome projects on her blog.

The Chick-sicle

And an owl-sicle

Isn't this pillow gorgeous? I love it!!

And she has an awesome Etsy shop!

Make sure to go check her out! You will love EVERYTHING that she makes!!

And a special thanks to My Vinyl Designer for donating the prize! Did you know that they offer FREE downloads of some of their designs? Go check them out!!

Tuesday's Features

2011-05-03T06:44:00.000-07:00

Make sure to vote for your favorite project!

You can view the projects here.

You can vote for your favorite project up in the left hand corner!

Sew This.

I think that this stone rug (it's made of felted yarn!!) is just so fun! Tutorial on Yes I Made That.

This dorm rug I’ve had saved for years. I love it. Check out the tutorial from Etsy.

I think this button blanket is so sweet! {Little Rays of Sunshine}

Genius! And cute! This Booster chair from Cook Clean Craft is brilliant.

Made has a great versatile diaper cover – and a tutorial in a variety of sizes!

Craft This.

The Gaines Gang has an awesome NYC canvas art. :) Makes me happy!

Suzy’s Artsy Craftsy Sitcom has a really cool vintage bean bouquet.

Make and Takes has a great wedding veil dress up – perfect for every little princess!

I love the bird tutorial at Dollar Store Crafts.

Aren’t these bracelets the coolest?

I love that you can make them with ANYTHING!! {Fine Craft Guide}

Print This.

It’s teacher appreciation week! Need something in a hurry to send of f to school? Print off eighteen25’s thanks a latte print!

If coffee isn't your thing (weirdo!) I am Momma has lots of prints to chose - from everything from Itunes to Books!

The Pink Doodle has a Father’s Day print.

Catch my party featured these Mother’s Day prints from 9 to 5 Mom.

I love this Mother’s Day card! {A profittable Life}

Eat This.

Orange Creamsicle Fruit Dip. Sounds so summer-y! Madigan Made has the recipe!

Lipstick and Laundry made elephant ears – for breakfast! We will have to try these!

Gluesticks made some super adorable cupcakes. Aren’t the minions cute? These cupcakes made me REALLY want to change Josh’s party theme !

Flour me with love made pineapple cream cheese bread – YUM!

Tidy Mom has an apple caramel cupcake with cinnamon buttercream recipe. Wow!!

Thank you to My Vinyl Designer providing the wonderful prize for our winner! Have you checked out their FREE downloads? No, what are you waiting for!?!

Our Top 10!

2011-05-02T05:27:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who entered their project! I always love seeing what you've be up to! :) Make sure to vote for your favorite (top left hand side!)

Here are the top 10:

No Sew TP bunnies from Oopsey Daisy

Coasters made from a fallen tree branch from A Turtle's Life For Me.

The Birthday Wreath from Landee See Landee Do.

Manfred Tooth pillow from Just Another Hang Up.

Sweet Pea and Pumpkin's Carolina Dress.

Nest Specimen Art from Midwestern Sewing Girl.

Boutique Style Tank from Peanut to Princess.

Mommy and me Easter dresses from Mommy Needs An Aspirin.

She's Kind of Crafty's beautiful Polka Dot Pool Party.

This Chick Cook's Cream Cheese Danish.

Thank you to My Vinyl Designer providing the wonderful prize for our winner! Have you checked out their FREE downloads? No, what are you waiting for!?!

Blogger of the Month April

2011-04-30T06:29:00.000-07:00

It's April 30th and that can only mean one thing. It's time for our blogger of the month party!!!

You can link up 1 project that you made in the month of April. Today is the ONLY day you can link up!!! Then our judges will select the top 10.

And on Monday voting will be out --- come back and vote on who you think has the best project!

Winner will recieve a sponsor ad on Today's Top 20 for the following month

AND

My Vinyl Designer will send you their stick people collection! Make awesome projects such as

Make sure to check out My Vinyl Designer for all of your vinyl needs -- and this is the last day to get 25% off your purchase!!

Can't wait to see your projects!!!

Features of a different sort

2011-04-29T12:23:00.000-07:00

Features of a different sort today....

So some people are laughing at me. But I really want a hat. Really want a hat. We're pretty boring -- I'd probably end up wearing it to the grocery store.

But I would. I would wear it down the cereal aisle with pride. While matching up my coupons.

Because that is royal.

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie

I got the photo here

Now I admit that some hats might seem more extreme. But I will say -- I like the blue color. And I like her coat.

Princess Osborne

Picture from here

I'm kind of a freak for feathers right now. I think that this one would do well down the Kroger aisles.

Sophie, Countess of Wessex

Picture from here

Love it. Love it.

Lady Frederick of Windsor

Picture from here

This one is slightly more "cruise ship" than Royal Wedding in my opinion. But Lady Frederick pulled it off nicely. She makes it look classy.

Princess Marie-Chantal's hat

Photo from here

I think this hat is great. The color is gorgeous. I love the flowers. It looks very British.

Kate is a hat lover too.

I got the photo here

Andy said it looked like one of those old satellite dishes, but I like it :)

I got the photo here

One of my favorites. So pretty. So classic.

I got the photo here

Really? I'd smile too. Told you - I'm a sucker for feathers.

So million dollar question. If I was in line at the grocery store and you saw me wearing one of these hats would you laugh?

I loved the wedding. I loved the dress. I actually just love Kate's (or are we supposed to call her Catherine now?) style. I hope she brings back the classic styles. The clean lines. So classy. I need a long coat, pearls and a hat.

Tomorrow is the Blogger of the Month Link Party. Come link up your best project that you made in April. Prize will be donated by the fabulous ladies of My Vinyl Designer !! Right now they are offering 25% off every order until the end of April! HOW AWESOME!

Thursday's Features

2011-04-28T06:13:00.000-07:00

** The rain here in Indiana has been coming down like crazy. Thankfully, we seem to have gotten off pretty lucky with just power outages and some flooding. My heart is breaking for the south and all of the devestation. Just know our prayers are with each of you living down there - if there is anything that you can think of that you need don't hesitate to contact me! **

Sew This.

If you follow me on Twitter (and if you don’t shame on you! Click here!) then you know that Josh came home the other day and said “Yo, we got a situation here.” I think my heart stopped for a moment. Who has been letting my child watch Jersey Shore?!? Found out he saw it on Mad TV (who has been letting my child watch Mad TV???) at Grandma’s house. Because Grandma lets him watch cartoon network. (For the record…I am NOT a fan of Cartoon Network…)

But Anyways….long story short when I saw this YO Peace hoodie. I knew it was meant for us. Go check out All The Small Things for the tutorial!

Just Sew Sassy made this super cute shirt. I think this is going to be one I wear a lot!

The Mother Huddle (love) made an adorable fat quarter pillow case dress.

Fun on a dime made a cute little pirate shirt.

Oh gosh. She Wears Flowers has THE cutest little dress ever. Ruffles!

Craft This.

I love Eighteen25’s bribe jar. A quick, easy and inexpensive gift.

We are obsessed with Angry Birds around here. Isn’t it funny that such a silly little game can hook you in like that? Anywho..My Name is Momma has a cute Angry Bird hair bow.

This made me laugh. Seriously, I had it saved as hee hee. It's not the Easter Beagle, but the Easter Chihuahua :) {Cozy Home Scenes}

How clever is California Callahans? I love the fingerprint art!!

Home Frosting made this pretty dream sign.

Print This.

Maybe it’s because I blog but I think these little blogging cupcakes are the cutest! The TomKat Studio ALWAYS has the cutest stuff!

I’ll need to print off this little teacher thank you card from It is what it is.

Summer time print. Gosh I’m so ready! {Making Mess: One Project at a Time}

Kiki Creates made this I can do hard things print. I love that. Sometimes we all need a little encouragement!

Missie Krissie has another AWESOME print.

Eat This.

Dear Josh’s man teacher,

You will be getting one of these mini cinnamon roll boquets. Because generally, men aren’t big flower fans. But I’m pretty sure your going to like this boquet. {From Glitter to Gumdrops}

Um. Do I need to even say anything about these S’more cake in a jar? I really want to make this. But I know that I really shouldn’t. {How Sweet it Is}

Andy love’s eclaire cake. But I’ve never made it before. I’ll be trying out this recipe from Rae Gun Ramblings.

How pretty are these white chocolate raspberry cupcakes from Holiday Snobs?

Have you ever put bacon on cupcakes? I haven’t either. But I’ve heard it’s good. Maybe I’ll try Mama Bird's Nest recipe for maple bacon cupcakes.

Saturday is the Blogger of the Month Party -- come back to link up a project for a chance to win a prize from My Vinyl Designer !!

Also, join our Do It Yourself Community - button on the left - It's free & going to be so much fun! Link up your blog in our creative blog directory.

Please go check out all of the awesome things that My Vinyl Designer has to offer!! Right now they are offering 25% off every order until the end of April! HOW AWESOME!

Blog Updates

2011-04-26T12:29:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone has had a wonderful Easter weekend! We sure did! Just a few quick things - and then I will get the top 20 post up!

{I wanted a picture next to the flowers - he was mad because the grass was wet.}

First - Have you heard of BlogFrog? It's an awesome site that allows everyone to connect in communities. Think facebook ... but in groups. I started a group called Do It Yourself. I'd love for you to join! There is an open forum - start discussions, meet other people, share ideas! I'd love to start monthly "creative meetings" (a.k.a. live chats) once we get enough members! {Click here or over on the left to join - and of course, it's free!}

Second - I'm trying to organize the top 20 into categories so it makes it easy to find ideas - if you have any suggestions - let me know!

Third - Blogger of the month party is coming up! My Vinyl Designer is donating yet another awesome prize! You should really go check them out because - well - they rock.

ANNND

Fourth - I'm really trying to evaluate myself as a blogger. And make sure that as my blog(s) grow that I am keeping them going in the direction that I'd like. I started blogging so that I could inspire, be inspired and make friends who understood my excitement over things like burlap, printable fabric (ok, just fabric in general) and decorating for such holidays like Talk Like A Pirate Day (oh yes, it's a biggie in our house).

With that said -- please join me on Twitter, email me, join the Do It Yourself Community, if you live in the Indianapolis area let's do lunch. We don't need a blog conference to all get together! :) {Although -- I can't wait to go to one!}

Blanket Party

2011-04-25T05:01:00.001-07:00

Hey guys! It's the end of the month - which means blanket party time! Don't forget each Monday you can see a special blanket tutorial at Today's Top 20, We're the Joneses, and This & That Creative!

For anyone new - I've started a blanket drive this year to raise blankets for Project Linus. Why? To donate blankets in my son Gabe's name. I lost our baby in August due to a miscarriage. I really wanted something positive to be associated with his name. And giving back is the best way to do that.

Project Linus is such a great organization. They donate handmade blankets to kids (newborn - teens) who need them the most. I'm really happy to be working with them.

I am so happy to say that I have recieved over 50 blankets for Project Linus. WOW! Thank you so much!!! I really am just so greatful. :) Thank you thank you thank you.

So link up any blanket project you've got. Mail me your blankets to get donated. Email if you are interested in guest posting a blanket tutorial (it will be seen at Today's Top 20, We're The Joneses and This & That Creative).

Can't wait to see your projects!!

And don't forget the 31st is the Blogger of the Month Party at Today's Top 20. Come link up your fave. project you've made in March for a chance to win a great prize from My Vinyl Designer as well as a month's of advertising at Today's Top 20!

Please go check out all of the awesome things that My Vinyl Designer has to offer!! Right now they are offering 25% off every order until the end of April! HOW AWESOME!

Flower Rag Quilt Blanket

2011-04-22T11:18:00.001-07:00

I am so excited to be here today! I am the author of A Vision to Remember. I also have my own etsy shop, where I sell many of my creations. I am a stay at home mom of 2 awesome girls and one dog. They are my inspiration for sure. Everything that I have made has been for them in some way.

Here are a couple of things that I have made over at my blog:

I love making rag quilts. I sell many in my etsy shop, but this pattern is available for download on my blog here.

This was a fun pleated headband that I made for myself (one of the few times that I craft for myself, if you know what I mean :)

I also made this fun Ribbon skirt for my daughter (Part 1, Part 2)

I also have many other tutorials on my blog. Make sure to stop by and check them out.

I also have my own Etsy shop. There I sell rag quilts, car seat tents, and lots of patterns. Some of the patterns I sell are rag quilts, belly band, and fabric flowers.

Thanks again for swapping blogs with me and make sure to stop by tomorrow and link up to Check ME Out Saturday Link Party Have a great day!

Wednesday's Features

2011-04-20T06:57:00.000-07:00

* Updates:

Friday - Since there was no blanket tutorial up on Monday it will be up on Friday! I know your going to like it! :) I'm still looking for blanket tutorials to feature! If you have one get a hold of me! amandablogs (at) yahoo

Also, if you have a blog and would like to help me get the word out about Gabe's Gift -- I would heart you. A lot.

If you have not read the story behind the blanket drive please do so here!

Monday - Blanket Party Make sure to link up one of your blankets!

Saturday the 30th - Blogger of the month party -- pick out your favorite project you made in April!

Sew This.

Peanut to Princess has a cute boutique style tank.

I think this stethoscope cover is a great gift idea for dr. and nurses in your life! {Taylor Made}

Small Fry and Co. made a bottle/sippy cup holder. The perfect solution to never finding an old cup that rolled under the seat. {Please say I’m not the only person that has found one of those…}

UCreate introduced me to this new blog called Elle Apparel. LOVE. How adorable is this cardigan?

Spending Less Living More made a way cute Tutu Easter basket.

Craft This.

I am just smitten by this Rapunzel Hair. Smitten. {Grey Luster Girl}

I wasn’t sure dirt could look this cute. Such a funny gift. {Brown Paper Packages}

Kindred Spirits Creations made these ‘hop’ letters. Which I think is adorable. Filing away for next year.

Kim’s Kandy Kreations has a great looking jellybean wreath.

Sugar and Spice in the Land of Balls and Sticks made yarn Easter eggs.

Print This.

Simple as That has a spring photo checklist. I think I’m going to try to hit them all!

Need a letter from the Big Bunny himself? Head to The Mozzie's Way of Life to print one!

I need this cleaning schedule print! {Kamley Lane}

I love this Psalm 100 print from Taidye Original.

Chica and Jo always have the CUTEST things. How adorable is this crayon box invitation?

Eat This.

Um. Can you say cute!? Sun Scholars has sweet Easter Kabobs! I love the idea of hiding them outside with the eggs!

Oreownies? I’m in. {Mom's of all trades}

Scissors and spatulas shows you how to make jellybean bark. It just looks festive!

Culinary Flavors has a recipe for maple mustard grilled chicken. I may have to try this one!

It's a Keeper just combined Josh’s favorite 2 breakfast things – cinnamon rolls and pancakes. DELISH!!!

Please go check out all of the awesome things that My Vinyl Designer has to offer!! Right now they are offering 25% off every order until the end of April! HOW AWESOME!

Monday's Features

2011-04-18T05:58:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday! If you have a blanket tutorial you are willing to share -- please email me! (amandablogs at yahoo)

Thanks!

Sew This.

I adore this shag pillow from V & Co. Makes me want to make a pillow AND a rug!

Robert Kaufman has tons of free patterns on their website – including this tee pee.

Backpack, backpack. Oh, how I remember all the Dora songs. At Second Street has a backpack tutorial for you!

Craftiness is not optional has been participating in a series called Sincerest form of flattery – and I’ve oohhing and ahhing over everything! Here is on e of the awesome knockoffs! This Mini-Boden knockoff is from Little Girl Big Studio. Love the pockets!

And because we crafters can’t get enough knockoffs (do you think it’s because we can or because we just hate paying retail?). Kojo Designs made an ADORABLE cardigan. I would wear it!!

Craft This.

U Create with kids had a great post on how to make flip flops from –duct tape! Courtesy of My World - Made by Hand.

So cute. {Guest posted by Adventures in Crafting on Making The World Cuter}

The Crafty Mama Blog made this framed wreath – but I love the fact that her wreath is made from all of those plastic bags everyone has laying around! Great idea!

Suzy’s Artsy Craftsy Sitcom made bracelets. Out of Popsicle sticks. Love.

Mod Podge Rocks made an awesome ticket bowl – with glitter. Josh has a man teacher. Kind of hard to make a teacher appreciation gift for a man teacher. Well except food. :) But I think I may make a bowl and fill with movie stuff (popcorn, candy). I just need to come up with a clever tag (feel free to help out people!) :)

Print This.

B.Nute has some sweet vintage Easter tags.

I’m kind of smitten with this sweet spring print from Peppermint Plum. I found it posted over at Mine for the Making.

I love it all has a shirt for you to make! Some Bunny Special. How sweet! Just print onto an iron on transfer. Easy!

Keep Calm and Hunt on. {The Hands On Housewife}

Are these lunch bags not awesome? {Fun.kyti.me}

Eat This.

We are pancake lovers. I can’t wait to try Singing With Birds’ recipe for lemon ricotta pancakes!

Juice Box Dreams has a recipe for Easter cookies. {Photo credit here}

Another food Easter story that is fun to do is the Resurrection Rolls. {Feathers From My Nest}

Talkin Chow Playin House has a quick and easy lasagna roll recipe. Oh I heart lasagna. Call me Garfield.

Bake at 350 has such sweet birds nest cupcakes.

Please make sure to go and visit the fabulous ladies at My Vinyl Designer! They have some super designs just waiting for you to make!!

Sponsor Spotlight: Thread This Fabric

2011-04-16T10:10:00.000-07:00

O.M.G

Guess what.

No, that's not it.

Guess again.

YESSSS.

Thread This Fabric now is carrying Michael Miller!!!!

{Happy Dance}

WOOO HOOO I'm so flipping excited!

They just got some in and more is coming in May! Let's just take a looksy...

Sweet Treats in Turquois. Yum. Love.

Oooohhhh. I already have the Gray Bicycles but I'm majorly crushing on the Sea Play Dot. {P.S. We have some major bike riders in our family and this fabric has been SO popular!!}

Wings of Peace Butterflies and Green Cheery Dots. Adorable.

Gosh. I could seriously just keep going - they have SO much cute fabric! And great prices! Plus my fave thing about them - they cut it and ship it so super fast. Makes my day!

So go check out their store

Tell them hi! They're awesome!

Gosh...is it Thursday ALREADY!?! Today's Features!

2011-04-14T06:59:00.000-07:00

Photobucket is fixed. YEAH! {Crowd goes wild. Ok. I go wild!}

So everyone is creating. Awesome stuff I might add. But I'm just seriously lacking motivation!! I need my crafty groove back! Ever since it's been nice...I just want to go outside. Focus. Sew. Must. Sew.

Or something. :)

Anyone else suffering!?!

If so look at these features - they helped me!

Sew This.

Oh snap! How adorable is this bunny t-shirt from All The Small Things.

Sun Scholars has a cute shabby chick skirt.

Adorable! And I think I have some Lizzy House fabric somewhere…Punkin Pattern

Sew 4 Home has this chocolate bunny pal pattern. Perfect for adding to the Easter Basket!

Midwestern Sewing Girl has some really chic Easter pillows that I’m going to try my hand at making TODAY hopefully. I need to get out of this craft funk I’m in. The weather is finally nice in Indiana and all I want to do is go outside!!

Craft This.

When I saw Lovely Crafty Home’s stairs I was like ohhh I like that. And then I saw it was paper bags I was BLOWN away. Seriously? Who thinks of that!? SOOO glad she did because it ROCKS!

The Crafting Chicks have a seriously cute Easter garland!

I’m always in the need of some sugar scrub! Maybe Matilda has a homemade scrub recipe.

Can I just say I love this clock. I think it is so freaking cute. {Emilie Handmade}

A Girl and A Glue Gun guest posted over at The Idea Room this awesome hopscotch play mat. Made with glue. Duh. :) {Sorry my 2^nd grader is wearing off on me here…Anyone else’s child say ‘duh’ ALL.THE.TIME.} I love the back! She also put tic tac toe but I know Josh would get a big kick out of the target! Something about throwing things in the house...

Print This.

Bev from Flamingo Toes made this Yo Peeps Easter print. LOOOOVE it. I loved it so much I turned it into a shirt! Go check it out here.

Hello Lover. Do I really need to explain how awesome this is? {Missie Krissie}

And incase glue guns aren't your thing....cameras {Missie Krissie}

And just added today...sewing machines! All 3 prints come in a variety of colors! {Missie Krissie}

Eighteen25 has some cute Bunny Tails bag toppers!

Eat This.

Orange Chicken…yummmm….Recipe at A Sugar High. I found it from This Chick Cooks.

Picky Palate made chocolate covered peanut butter eggs!

Aren't these treats cool!? 30 handmade days made the rice crispie treats and the sweet adventures of sugarbelle made the cookies! If you want the printable tags head to 30 handmade days!

Yup. You read right. Stuffed Brownie Truffles with a rolo center. Yea...you should probably skip the oatmeal this morning and just make these. {Cookies and Cups}

Do yourself a favor and go check out My Vinyl Designer! They ROCK! :)

Tuesday's Features

2011-04-12T06:58:00.000-07:00

Sew This.

I love the scrappy bibs from Zaaberry.

How cute is this twin set from the cottage home???

Speaking of twins – I’ve got a major crush on these guitar shirts! {Dragonfly Designs}

With Love by Rach made a sweet tea cake dress – love it.

UCreate foods made this awesome all in one apron, dish towel, double handed hot pad. Did I mention it is also super cute!?!

Craft This.

Country Chic Cottage has a great baseball lamp. Like really great.

Sister’s Stuff made a cute color book.

Madigan Made has an adorable dry erase board. Perfect for teacher appreciation week!

Homemade Ginger made some Anthropologie inspired flowers.

Craft Goodies has an awesome mirror that I am so envious of. Come on garage sales!!!

Print This.

Need an Earth Day Print? Go check out Nothing But Country!

Chica and Jo have Candy Land bag tags.

Sew it Pretty. Sew true! (couldn’t resist sorry!) Print from How Joyful.

I like this faith sign a lot – printing it now! {Kamley Lane}

Cute as a fox has a bunny chow recipe and printable.

Eat This.

Amanda from I am Baker just had a baby - Eddie (Yea! Congrats!) and she is already back to posting amazing things that she makes...like this Red Velvet Strawberry Shortcake.

I love monkey bread. YUM....Mandy's Recipe Box has the recipe if you've never made it!

Toasted Marshmallow cupcakes. YUM. Cheeky Kitchen.

One Charming Party has an adorable Monster party going on. And what monster party would be complete without purple ice cream? Well - homemade blueberry ice cream...with chocolate dipped spoons. YUM!

Baked Bree has a recipe for King Ranch Casserole. I've never heard of it before - but it looks yummy! I will have to try this out this week! I think my boys will love it!

Make sure to head over to My Vinyl Designer to check out all of the new Vinyl designs! :)

Frayed Rose Quilt

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This is a pretty quilt tutorial from my blogging friend Megan - From This & That Creative!! You have to check out her blog! :) Thanks Megan!!

Here is the blanket that I have had tucked away in my mind for a while

that needed to become a reality.

I wanted to do something I haven't done before,

and I had a few different ideas in mind. I was thinking I might want

a scalloped design to quilt all over the blanket--similar to the scalloped

design on the wall in this picture.

Image from HERE

My other idea was to use a flower outline--I ended up doing this one but

would love to still try the scallops. I found an image online of an outline of a rose.

It is from a piece of jewelry, but just the design I wanted for my blanket.

Image from HERE

I freehanded the design on my top selection of fabric for my blanket with chalk.

As the chalk got smooth and didn't write as well, I'd rub it on

some sandpaper and keep going till I had the whole design on the blanket.

I had my top fabric, my batting, and my bottom layer of fabric already

laid out and matched up when I started my design.

I then measured each petal outline and wrote down those measurements.

Next, I cut some strips from some matching white cotton fabric to go over my outlines.

If my measurement from one petal section was 11", then I would make sure

to add a couple inches to it and make the strip to cover it about 13"or so, so that I could allow

for the curves where I knew the fabric would be folded a little. The

more the curves in the measurement, the more length I added to the strip.

It's best to always over estimate, so you don't have to cut a new strip.

Here are all the strips laid out over top of my design.

I then pinned down the strips, folding in some spots like shown below to

help make the curves. Make sure to pin through your strip, top layer of fabric,

batting, as well as the bottom layer of fabric for your blanket and make sure

that all the layers match up correctly.

I missed a few spots and had to redo some parts.

Here's all of my strips pinned on.

I then used my sewing machine to stitch my strips on.

Just follow the center of each strip until you have the

whole design all quilted.

I used the simple binding technique that I found at My Spare Time , but

instead of using a satin ribbon, I used some white fleece material that I had

pieced together and cut into a long strip.

After I had everything sewn, I threw my blanket in the washer and dryer.

I cut away any ugly looking strings as a result of the

strips fraying in the wash and this is the result!

I love how it is super "fluffy" (Despicable Me--anyone?) and

down-comforter-like that it turned out.

There really is no end to the possibilities that you can use for a design.

And I think next time I would like to try a ruffled edge around the blanket.

I'd love to see any more designs that anyone else tries!

Seriously... how much does this rock!?!

Make sure you check out My Vinyl Desinger for all the latest in Vinyl Designs!!

Miss Pretty Pretty Giveaway!

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So I'm pretty sure that you know who the fabulous Tammy from She Wears Flowers is.

If not you MUST go check out her blog and all of her awesome creations!

Remember the shopping book that was featured (AND it made it to the top 10!) - well that's one of the many cool creations at She Wears Flowers.

Anyways...see Tammy emailed me and said "Amanda - Julie from Miss Pretty Pretty is going to do a giveaway on my blog!" And I was like "No way! Really!?!? You lucky girl!"

Now if you don't know who Miss Pretty Pretty is...she has a TOTALLY AWESOME Etsy shop.

Where she makes card table houses. {A genius idea}

And they are gorgeous.

You can have a farm stand. Where you can really pick the fruit and veggies!

Mermaid Manor -- OHH the cuteness....

Outer Space {click on it -- I love the door -- and I love the rocket ship on the other side!}

I could seriously just keep going -- because she has so many designs to chose from!

You can also purchase patterns to make your own - or buy add ons to decorate the inside of your card table house. And when your child is done playing (which they will probably play there FOREVER) you just fold it up! EASY!

So head over to Miss Pretty Pretty's shop - say hi. Then head to She Wears Flowers and enter her giveaway to win one of the playhouses -- up to $200 in value! WOOP WOOP! I'm off to enter too! :)

Tuesday's Features

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Sew This.

We play games non-stop at our house! This is a perfect thing to make for our family – or as a quick gift! Creating My Way To Success made Battleship folders. Genius!

Aren’t these envelopes adorable? {Make} They are actually needle holders!

Me Sew Crazy has done it again with her fabulous clothing! This embroidered tunic is something I would totally wear!

I need a grocery bag dispenser. I collect the bags and promise that I’m going to take them with me the next time I go to the store so they can be recycled. And then I forget. Writing on my to do list right now. {Gen X Quilters}

Cluck Cluck Sew made these beautiful pillows!

Craft This.

Isn’t this Easter centerpiece adorable?? {Bliss Images and Beyond}

The Cottage Home made this so pretty so easy Burlap no sew lamp shade.

I love this felt tiara from The Moody Fashionista.

You don’t get much more spring than gardening! And Our Seven Dwarfs ‘ seed packet art is perfect!

I just love this Easter silhouette from Mamie Jane's blog.

Print This.

Our Daily Obsessions is a great blog - and I love this life is to be enjoyed print.

Creative Mamma has some handmade labels that you can personalize with your blog or shop name!

See that banner in the background? Get it at Sandy Toes and Popsicles!

Get your yard sale advertising prints from Notes from a very red kitchen. Ahhh yard sales. I love this season!!

Love you to puzzle pieces Autism print. So this one is from me. :) You can either save it here or go here and I will email you a PDF.

Eat This.

Gluesticks made cinnabun-nies {hehehe} Actually the recipe is called 90 minute Bunny Rolls. I was just trying to be funny.

Gosh am I just showing off today or what? On We Are the Joneses {my other blog!} I posted the recipe for these Blender Rolls. I love them. So easy - quick (really only about 5 minutes of actually doing anything!) and SO good. Did I mention - no kneading so no messy flour counters to clean!

That night we used them as hamburger buns...tell me that this doesn't look delish!

I love lettuce wraps. SOOO good. I made them all the time last year because we had yummy lettuce growing in our garden. Our best bites has a recipe that I can't wait to try out!

Holy...{fill in whatever word you would like}. I'll chose Holy cow. THIS will become Andy's Birthday cake. Confessions of a Cookbook Queen.

And I'll take this Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Cake Cheesecake from Sprinkle Bakes. And we will live happily (and fat) ever after. :)

Story of the Day my kid became a Model...w/ pictures of course!

2011-04-05T05:47:00.000-07:00

While I type up the Top 20...

I took Josh to the park the other day to get his pictures taken. I told him you have to pose nice {look at me, eyes open preferred, smile...} and he said...I'm going to pose like this. And he pulled his sun glasses down. I said ok. {While trying not to laugh...}

Hee Hee. I love it.

He called this one "the thinker"

His "modeling shot"

Flinging his glasses...Gosh He's so cool at 7. I can't imagine how cool he will be at 17. :)

And just some fun shots

And some fun shots...

So while we were leaving the park he says

Josh: I'm going to be famous

Me: Oh yeah.

Josh: Yea. You owe me $5 for taking my pictures

Me: Whhhattt?

Josh: Famous people get paid more than that.

Me: Yes they do but -

Josh: Ok. $5 and a milkshake. Because I'm just a little famous now.

Uh-oh. I may not be able to afford to take pictures of him for much longer. :)

Winners - Blanket Party and Blogger of the Month

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Alright first of all blanket link up winner:

Link up #6 ---

Faux Chenille Blanket from A Girl and a Glue Gun {Love her blog by the way!!}

And...the moment you have all been waiting for....

Blogger of the Month goes to....

Jocelyn from Inside BruCrew Life for her Tag-along cupcakes!

{the crowd goes wild}

Congrats!! And how appropriate is this...This is her birthday week!! I'm sure you all have been to her blog - she has so many to die for recipes!!

And in case you are a girl scout lover but not so big on the tag alongs (what's wrong with you!?!) she does have a recipe for....

Yup. Thin Mint Cupcakes.

There are just so many yummy things there...

Ultimate Reeses Cheesecake Brownie Bars

Spicy Rice and Chicken Soup

Homemade Twix Bars

See I told you...tons of awesome recipes!!

So head over and tell her hi, happy birthday, congrats on winning!!

I'm so happy with all of the projects that were linked up -- you all did awesome!

Blanket Tutorial - Crochet edge blanket

2011-04-04T00:01:00.000-07:00

Remember when I shared this blanket I received?

Isn't it pretty? Here take a closer look.

Ok. Where to start. I love the colors. I love the fabric. I love the edges. The edges...want to know how? Here's Abbie to show you!

Several years ago my mother taught me how to crochet around the edges of flannel. When she came to visit me from Utah she brought along several burp cloths that had holes already punched near the edges that made it quick and easy to crochet. I live in Wisconsin and have not found any local way to acquire similar flannel blankets or burp cloths or anyone who has the machine and is able to do it for me. So I decided to try to come up with my own way of doing it. I also decided to try on calico fabric instead of flannel because for some things I like the look and feel of calico better. After some trial and error I found a way to put holes into the fabric that works well enough. One advantage to this method is that you don't see the holes in the final product, although the crocheting does go slightly slower. Here are the steps to make a blanket similar to this one:

1. Cut two pieces of fabric the size you would like the blanket to be, plus ½-inch extra.

2. With right sides together, sew around all four edges of your fabric with a ¼-inch seam allowance, leaving enough space to turn right-side out.

3. Turn right side out, hand stitch the opening closed and press the edges flat.

4. Using a wing needle and no thread in your machine, sew around all four edges with the longest stitch setting on your machine and slightly further than ¼-inch from the edge. A wing needle has metal flanges extending to the right and left of the needle. When the needle goes through the fabric, the wings push the yarns of the fabric to the sides, creating holes.

5. For the first round of crocheting, use a small crochet hook (about a size 8) to be able to get in and out of the little holes. Starting anywhere ch 1, sc in the same hole, and in each hole around. When you have finished all four edges, join the last sc with a slip st to the first sc.

6. Use a larger crochet hook, about a size 5, for the rest of your desired crocheting pattern. I used a copyrighted pattern called Vera's Shell Stitch so am not able to share it.

Thank you so much Abbie not only for the blanket for teaching me how to make one myself!!

Autism Print - Love you to Puzzle Pieces

2011-04-02T18:28:00.001-07:00

Yes. It's me. Again. :)

Today is April 2nd. Did you know that?

Well did you know that it is National Autism Awareness Day?

And April is Autism Awareness month?

In case you weren't sure.

This is what Autism looks like.

And I'm so blessed to be his mom! :)

{Give credit where credit is due -- I heard that from Char today on Twitter...You know Char -- from Crap I've Made. Yup. I just had to steal her line because I loved it.}

I have something for all of you who have a child with Autism or maybe you work with someone with Autism. You can print it out - make it your background - write a special note with it. Or print it on fabric (you can get packages of printable fabric at Joann's or other craft stores) and just use some heat and bond to attach it to a canvas bag and give it to the fabulous teachers and therapists who help our kids SO much! {can you tell that's what I'm going to do?} :) {Hope Josh's therapists don't happen to read my blog.. well after this they can!!}

Love you to puzzle pieces

Just leave a comment - with your email address - and I will email you the pdf!

Linking up here

Check out this fabric!

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My Etsy buddy Michelle entered a contest over at Project Selvage. And guess what? Her fabric is one of the semi-finalists!! Out of over 1,000!! WOW!!! {Applaud here!}

The contest is for boy fabrics! Hooray!! Michelle made this modern fabric block. She is trying to get the fabric world to notice boy fabrics outside of the typical cars, animals and nautical prints.

I love her colors!!

So now she needs your help! Head over to Project Selvage - and flip through the fabrics. Pick (I hope you pick hers!) your favorites {you can pick as many as you like! Which is great because there are some really great ones!} A green box appears around those you chose. Click vote. That's it. No registering. No real work. SO easy! And it means a lot!

While your at it head to her Etsy shop to scope out some waaay cute fabrics! :)

Sponsor Spotlight - Auntie Lolo Crafts

2011-04-02T08:39:00.000-07:00

Have you checked out Auntie Lolo Crafts yet? Wait are you waiting for!?!

Since I love lists...here it goes...my list of why you should check out Auntie Lolo Crafts:

1. She makes waaaaay cool stuff.

Like this batman pillow....

and this button egg! {heart, heart, heart, heart!}

2. She features an Etsy shop every Thursday -- good if you like to be inspired, browse, shop OR if you have a shop you want featured!

3. On Wednesdays she shows you free prints! SCORE! :)

4. On Tuesday's she features...YOU!!

5. She is a great teacher - her Cricut 101 classes seriously - saved my Cricut from being a dust collector! Hooray!! :)

There you go. 5 AWESOME reasons you should go check her out! Did I mention her blog is adorable? Or that she's super sweet!?! Or...well you get the idea!! Go! Run! :)

*Keep voting on March's Blogger of the Month!

And be sure to check out My Vinyl Designer - stop by and say hey, thanks for sponsoring the blogger of the month party! :)

March's Top 10 .... Check them out & Get your vote on!!

2011-04-01T09:58:00.000-07:00

Alright! It's official. I got the top 10 in!

But first...let me introduce ... Emily from The Boy Trifecta!

I know I know. She's a-famous! Everyone already knows her! But incase you don't...

World. Meet Emily. Emily. Meet World.

She comes up with the coolest projects.

Tutorial HERE and HERE

P.S. I would KILL for one of those bags. {watch out. KIDDING. I wouldn't kill. I'd just take it and run!}

And she crafts for BOYS .... and not just little boys - HOW CUTE IS HE????? - but big boys too! Which is like, unheard of. {Tutorial HERE}

Basically....I'm just saying. Go check her out! {Plus she's oh so nice!}

Other guest judges include my BFF Katie {who feels left out because she wants to be apart of things but has no blog. And she probably wouldn't be my BFF anymore if I posted her picture online...}

And Josh. Who thinks this is the coolest thing ever. I swear. Apparently trying to take his picture in the morning when he's just rolled out of bed is a no. That's alright -- he needs a hair cut anyways. :)

Alright here they are...no particular order....Your top 10!

Kid's shopping Book from She Wears Flowers

Plywood Rug from Sugar Bee Crafts

M&M Candy napkin ring from Kims Kandy Kreations

Giraffe Pinata from Grey Luster Girl

Tagalong cupcakes from Inside BruCrew Life

Scallopped skirt from Ameroonie Designs

Hydrangea Wreath from Copy-Craft

Faux Tiffany Lamp from Suzy's Artsy Craftsy Sitcom

Dresser redo from Vintage Skye

Decorative "kissing" balls from Momma Did It

Alright the poll is up at the top - left hand side! Voting will end Sunday night! Winner will be announced after the blanket tutorial Monday! :) Good luck! And thanks to everyone who linked up!

Thanks to Emily, Katie and Josh for choosing! And thanks to My Vinyl Designer for the awesome prize!

Judges are getting their judge on....

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As soon as I hear back from the judges I will post the top 10 projects!! :)

Thanks to everyone who linked up - your projects really rocked!

And thanks to My Vinyl Designer for suppling such a great prize!!

Blogger of the Month - Link up your best project to win!

2011-03-31T04:40:00.000-07:00

It's the last day of March -- can you believe it? Crazy! So that means it's time for our blogger of the month party!

Rules:

1. Link up your project - please only 1 per/person. Must be made by you. Must have been done in March. Linking ends tonight at midnight!!!

2. Tomorrow after I hear back from the guest judges I will list the top 10. Some come back - and vote on your favorite! Voting will go until Sunday night.

Winner will receive a way cool prize! Thanks to My Vinyl Designer, the winner will receive the Stick Figure Vector Art Set. A $59.95 value!! Make awesome window decals, signs, plates, gifts, the possibilities are endless!

You also get 1 month free advertising - with a cool write up post - here at Today's Top 20. Plus bragging rights!

So link up those March projects! I can't wait to see them!

Wednesday's Features!

2011-03-30T07:38:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow is the Blogger of the Month link up Party!! Please come back to link up 1 of your projects (your very best that you made in March!) and our guest judges will pick out their top 10 favorites. Then voting will be open all weekend. Winners will be announced on Monday!

What's up for grabs?

An awesome CD of vinyl art for you to cut for your hearts desire from My Vinyl Designer.

1 Month advertising on Today's Top 20.

A Hooray for you post written about you.

And of course - bragging rights. :)

See you tomorrow!

Sew This.

This bustle back dress is so sweet! Wild Flowers and Whimsy did a great job!

I heart these so SO much. I love the details! I love that her boys picked out their own custom shirts. I love how happy they look in their shirts! WOO HOO for boys! J {Sew A Straight Line}

Girls love their twirls. Peanut to Princess has a twirl dress how to on her blog.

Creations by Kara made these cute little carrots. I love them all bunched up!

Jane of all Trades shows you how to make birthday hats.

Craft This.

Design Sponge has these nifty gift bags. I think these would be awesome not just for gifts but for packaging your products at craft fairs!

The Knapp Fam made this yarn wreath which I think is just too cool!

I love signs. Diary of a Crafty Lady made this breakfast style sign – and I’m digging the syrup.

Hee hee. Breakfast for Dinner turned her tire swing into a doughnut - with chocolate icing and sprinkles. Made me giggle. Love it.

I love these m & m napkin rings for parties but I would be afraid Josh would try eating them! After all m&m’s are his favorite candy!! {Kim's Kandy Kreations}

Print This.

I printed all of my household items yesterday! I heart organizing {bless her soul} is the organizing queen and she put together everything you need for a household binder.

Auntie Lolo Crafts has some great Easter prints.

True and Simple Love made some Beatles Lyric artwork.

How cute? {It is What It Is}

Easter is coming! Easter is coming! :) Get this print at A Step In The Journey.

Eat This.

Nothing get’s me in the mood for warm weather like strawberry shortcake. {Amelia Bedelia}

If the doughnut swing has you craving some sugary goodness head over to Everyday Art for a doughnut recipe.

Back to strawberries for a minute....Pennies on a platter has Strawberry Stuffed French Toast. YUM!

Head over to The Tomato Tart for an online bake sale. It all benefits Japan. Bid on food made by your fave. foodie bloggers, support a good cause and get yummy treats! {photo taken from Cupcakes Take The Cake}

Don't forget come back tomorrow for Blogger of the Month! Your chance to win!!! And a special thanks to the ladies at My Vinyl Designer for providing the prize!!

This post was submitted to Serenity Now. Check out all of the other cool blog posts (and all of the other great blog goodness over there!) :) Happy reading!

Tuesday's Features

2011-03-29T07:56:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! Guess what? I got a Twitter account. And you should follow me! It will be fun. Click over on the join the conversation button to the right --->

I'm one with technology ... haha yea right! :)

Here are today's picks!

Sew This.

Who doesn’t love A Girl and a Glue Gun? How cool is this Batman shirt? Josh gave it a big 2 thumbs up.

Ameroonie Designs has the sweetest little scalloped skirt tutorial.

Every little girl needs a purse. Gluesticks has a just like mommy purse how to.

I plan on making one of these Peeps today! How cute! {Dandelion and Lace}

Craftiness is not optional has a really cute apron. I’m always the last on the band wagon – I don’t even own an apron. Maybe I should do this today too. :)

Craft This.

How cute is the dress art? Seriously? Amy from Positively Splendid shared them on UCreate.

Love the rocket tray from Pampers, Playdates and parties.

I love book art. I do. I think the whole world should be covered in book pages. I adore the name gift that the Hicks Girls made.

A bunny shutter! How cute!! {A Creative Princess}

I think that these little hair pins are to.die.for. cute. In case you didn’t know --- that’s maxed out on the cuteness. {Shabby Soul}

Print This.

Sissykins has a sweet prayer changes things print.

Love the Day has a really cool Life’s a project print. Love that.

Sprik Space {I’ve been stalking again} has this cool print available.

The Autocrat had a guest post {Lindy} from Itsy Bitsy Paper on. And this cute spring has sprung print. Here in Indiana it’s not really sprung yet. More like it did for a few days and than ran and hid. Maybe if I print it out it will come back?

Nifty Thrifty has 4 Easter prints to download. Love the bunny butt. :)

Eat This.

The Stories A to Z made these really cute chocolate covered Easter Strawberries. Those are the carrots she has 2 others!

This Chick Cooks has some yummy peanut brittle on thanks to guest post by The Comfort of Cooking.

I’ve never heard of Mud Hen Bars. But I think I want to make some. {Sunday Baker}

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cupcakes? Yes Please! Simply Sweet Home has the recipe.

Cinnamon bundt cake with cream cheese frosting – how yummy. {Linda’s Lunacy}

Check This out.

I ran across this today. Equipping Catholic Families has a really talented daughter. She’s 12 and look at her comics. Seriously amazing. And sweet! She draws what she imagines her little brother Adam to be doing when no one is looking. He goes on adventures, meets famous people {I love Adam w/ Kathie Lee and Hoda} and everything! Go check her out! And give the girl some props!

You know who else is A.maz.ing? My Vinyl Designer! The are sponsoring the next Blogger of the Month Party (which will go on without a hitch this time!!!) Come back on Thursday - like up ONE of your best projects that you made in March. I have some great guest judges who will pick the top 10 and then....you all vote for the winner! Can't wait!!!

Blanket Party!

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Hey guys! It's the end of the month - which means blanket party time! Don't forget each Monday you can see a special blanket tutorial at Today's Top 20, We're the Joneses, and This & That Creative!

Project Linus is such a great organization. They donate handmade blankets to kids (newborn - teens) who need them the most. I'm really happy to be working with them.

I am so happy to say that I have recieved over 40 blankets for Project Linus. WOW! Thank you so much!!! I really am just so greatful. :) Thank you thank you thank you.

The first round of blankets will be picked up this week. It was spring break and my local chapter lady was out of town but I'll be sure to snap a picture! :)

There are 2 of the boxes over flowing...but ready to go!

I just love this blanket - so pretty. Do you like the crochet edges? Check next Monday for the tutorial!

Thanks Heather!!

I had to unwrap the quilt! All of those blankets were mailed together. Thanks for the group effort ladies! :)

Lots of soft preemie blankets ....

Here is my little blanket. I love the fabrics! So happy!

Your turn!

Can't wait to see your projects!!

I'll pick one project using random to send out a little package of my favorite crafty things so make sure I'm able to get your email address! :)

Sponsor Love - Handmade By Britt

2011-03-27T05:23:00.000-07:00

First have you seen the Etsy shop Handmade by Britt? She has some super cute - I mean SUPER cute stuff!

Like this Groovy Guitar insulated lunch box. Do you love it? Because I do. Like almost obsessional.

And I think Josh would like it to..unless he saw this one...

Then it would be over. Good bye cute Michael Miller. Hello Spongebob.

And for the little girl in your life how about this Michael Miller Lil Kingdom one?

And they are really reasonably priced at just $21. I paid about that for Josh's Gymboree lunchbox...that I might add is in very rough shape.

But that's not all she's got. She has backpacks (toddler size and you can have her create a larger one)

cowboys

Lil Kingdom

Groovy Guitars

One of my favorite parts about her backpack? The bottoms are quilted. Which means they're going to hold up! Which for our house is super important!

Menagerie Woodland Animals

She also has artist cases

crayon rolls (doesn't this one scream out Valentine's Day?!)

Crayon aprons

Adult aprons

And purses (you can make them either wristlets or shoulder bags! LOVE that!)

Her shop is amazing. As you can tell I couldn't pick what to feature because I love it all!!!

Twitter -- add me let's tweet

2011-03-26T19:38:00.000-07:00

I finally got a twitter account.... and you should totally add me.

I seriously get excited when it says "you have a tweet" on my phone. HOoray!

So add me .... adesigned

{And incase you were wondering that's my Etsy store name!}