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We got a little crazy with the cheese wiz this year for Halloween...(I don't know what that means but my brother says it so it must be cool!) We are usually so busy getting the kids ready for Halloween we don't have much time for creative costumes. A witch hat is my go-to most years. But all of the stars aligned this year for EPIC costumes for my hubby and me. So many people have been affected by Hurricane Sandy and we have felt separated from most of the devastation here in Utah, but as there often is, the silver lining to a hurricane is interrupted air travel. A "silver lining" you say?! Yep! My brother is a commercial airline pilot by day, but his real talent lies in scary Zombie make-up! He was a Music Dance Theatre major in College and ROCKED his theatre makeup class. He hasn't flown much in the last week because of the crazy flight cancellations. Soooo I got a call at 6:30 A.M. on Halloween from him offering his services. Did we want scary Zombie make-up? Uhh yes. By far the best part was the costumes were 100% FREE. I love that!! The clothes came from my thrift pile and the blood was a recipe I found online that is super simple. Our teenage boys thought we were Rock Stars (and they are not easily impressed.) 3 hours later we looked like this.... </div>
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In case you can't remember what we look like in "Real Life Pre-Zombie Apocalypse"<br />
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Off to Mexico today to get some sun on our pale undead cheeks and sand between our rotted off toes.... </div>
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As promised I am posting the rest of the pictures from my Texas re-do. By far the most fun I had all week was the night I stayed up {way too late} to paint stripes on one of the bedroom walls. Maybe part of the fun was because I set my Pandora to Johnny Cash! Because I was styling the house to sell, not necessarily to live in, I felt like the design for the bedrooms needed to be gender-neutral. The stripey bedroom was called the "yellow" bedroom by the homeowner and I think it could still be called that, but with ALOT of grey and pops of bright coral. My inspiration came from a quilt that I found in the hall closet. I was happy to discover that It was a family heirloom...all the better!<br />
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Here are some before pictures of the bedroom<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I couldn't find pillows I liked so I made these for the bed, the Chevron striped pillows are actually shams.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I moved these watercolors to a different wall and hung them together for more impact.</td></tr>
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The pictures above the bed are from old encyclopedias that I bought. They were $20 for the entire set. I used very inexpensive frames for from IKEA, I think they were $10 each. The entire room including a new coverlet for the bed cost about $100. A little money for a BIG impact. I painted the cute headboard a bright coral red and found a few accessories the homeowner had to complete the bedroom.<br />
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I love the way this room turned out. (I am missing pictures of the cute black and white graphic curtains that I was literally hanging as I was walking out the door to the airport to fly home!) </div>
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One of my favorite things about the room is the wall of frames. I needed a cheap and easy art piece for the wall, It is a big wall! I bought all of the frames at Goodwill and Salvation Army and popped out the glass and "art" that was in them. I bought the big "S" on sale at Hobby Lobby and painted it the same color as the nightstand to unify the room. I sewed all the pillows (again, I couldn't find what I wanted) and simplified the accessories and changed the bedding.</div>
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here is another view of the turquoise nightstand. I really had to talk the homeowner into it, but I'm glad I did! I used Krylon spray paint (can't remember the color) and then lightly distressed it with sand paper and put a light coat of non-yellowing varnish. <br />
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When the house was all done this is what I did....</div>
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and then I flew home to my chicks...and spotted the most handsome pilot EVER at the airport when I landed.....</div>
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<span style="color: #bf9000; font-size: large;"><em>Linking up <a href="http://missmustardseed.com/2012/10/furniture-feature-friday-a-link-party-5/" target="_blank">here</a>,<a href="http://shabbynest.blogspot.com/2012/10/frugal-friday_18.html" target="_blank">here</a>,</em></span></td></tr>
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<em><span style="font-size: large;">and </span></em><em><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://savvysouthernstyle.net/" target="_blank">here</a></span></em></div>
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I had the awesome {and by "awesome" I mean BIG and DAUNTING} opportunity to completely restyle, and decorate a family members house last week. They are trying to sell it and the feedback that they recieved was that the house looked "dated". It is only 12 years old. The problem was that the furniture placement and most of the linens light fixtures and accessories were dated. The house has beautiful light and a great floor plan. It just needed some updating. Of course the budget was VERY tight, but that never seems to scare me. I love a challenge. I found out they needed some help and jumped on a plane to Texas less than a week later. I had 4 1/2 days to work my magic on 3 bedrooms, a kitchen and breakfast area, dining room, family room and 3 bathrooms. <br />
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***disclaimer: most of the "before" pictures came from the MLS...not great quality, but you get the idea</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My intention was to paint this dresser, but the homeowner wanted to leave the natural wood so I framed a map I found in a vintage board game and added a few new and thrifted accessories. voila!</td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-61544842745550997182012-10-14T11:40:00.000-07:002012-10-14T11:40:24.848-07:00crickets....No I haven't been abducted by Aliens! I was knee deep in a Style/Redo/ Ginormous project in Texas last week and I'm working hard to get pictures up. Until then....<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-1899425899003648942012-09-27T07:49:00.000-07:002012-09-27T07:49:08.767-07:00sewing advice...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was knee deep in a new sewing project this weekend when I came across this {very popular} image on pinterest...I could definitely use this advice. Maybe this is why I have had a creative block lately? My sink full of dirty dishes and 5-day-in-a-row-crazybun-hairdo is wreaking havoc on my sewing <span style="font-size: large;">mojo.</span> Really girls, would you ever get any sewing done if you checked off all these boxes? heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01179440235198193271noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-18349885014608385512012-09-24T18:59:00.000-07:002012-09-25T17:36:25.293-07:00Army PartyEvery year I start to get anxiety the first of September. It always hits right after the kids start back to school. The cause of my stress? 3 birthdays in 2 days! My oldest son was born 18 years ago on my husband's birthday. Okay so not uncommon. However, then 2 years later my next son was born the day after their birthday! ugh. Not to mention MINE is a week later. But really, by that point we are pretty "birthdayed" out.<br />
This year we celebrated BIG milestone birthdays, a 16 and an 18. When they were little, we had fun with a different theme each year. One year it was a farm party (yes we rented a pony...so worth it.) that was followed by a Star Wars, Art Party, Carnival, a few Pirate parties, and even a Halloween theme thrown in. I struggled with ideas for teenage appropriate themes this year. I wanted It to be special and memorable because this is my oldest son's last year living at home. So, I finally settled on an Army/Camouflage party. Note to self..there is NOTHING on the web for teenage boys that is remotely do-able. So here's ONE.<br />
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For the decor and party favors I picked up some dog tags, parachute guys, army men amd temporary tattoos. They were a big hit even with the girls.</div>
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I originally bought some paper camo tablecloths (for easy clean up) but when I put them on the table they were too cheap looking. So I raided my fabric stash and found a large (2-3 yd) peice of cotton camo fabric. It worked perfectly and I just threw it in the wash after! I added a few flags and red, white and blue accents for variety.<br />
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I snuck in a few vintage props and some Mexican Coca Cola.<br />
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The menu was simple:<br />
Shredded chicken sandwiches with homemade buns<br />
Bread sticks with Marinara dipping sauce<br />
Chocolate Cake Pops<br />
White Chocolate dipped Marshmallows<br />
Fruit platter<br />
Chips and Candy for the Movie<br />
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I didn't overdo it on decorations because I knew my boys would think it was too girly. One thing I did have fun with was Crepe Paper Fringe.<br />
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I chose three colors to look "camo" ish. Cream, green and brown. Each package was 20"x7.5 ft and I sewed 2 of each color end on end for a long piece that I could drape.<br />
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Use scissors to cut the "fringe" but do not cut past the sewn seam!<br />
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Fluff it up a bit and drape it how you like.<br />
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I spent $1.75 on each package and I bought 6, so roughly $11.00 with tax and it was a big impact decoration.<br />
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The Boys had a great time with their friends and told me later it was just like the big birthday bashes I used to have when they were little. AWW what more could a mom ask for?<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-16151080588175250212012-09-11T18:47:00.000-07:002012-09-11T18:52:02.134-07:00strip quilt<br />
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I managed to finish a strip quilt for my brother and sister-in-law's baby just in time. The baby isn't due until the first of November, but I gave them a baby shower last week and I wanted to give it to her then. I was literally sewing the binding on the night before the shower...I'm not usually that last-minute-thrive-on-chaos, but this time it couldn't be helped! If you need a darling and fairly simple quilt pattern, this one is for you. The fabric is Moda "A walk in the woods". It has Little Red Riding Hood as well as mushrooms and cute mischievous foxes on it. Perfect for a little baby girl.<br />
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Here's how I did it:<br />
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My quilt measured about 42"x 46" once I squared it up. If you want to make it larger, just make sure your 2" and 3" long stripes are the length you need. I have made this style of quilt before, on my daughters bed as well as one I mad for a gift, and they always go together quickly. I opted to have a professional quilt this one, because I wanted it to be special (and I was running out of time at this point!) However, at this point you could free motion quilt it on your machine or even tie it the old fashioned way.</div>
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The quilt pattern is a very simple flower. I did not want it to distract from cute pattern on the fabrics.</div>
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I think this might be my favorite quilt yet! </div>
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Am I dating myself when I say that <em>Pretty in Pink </em>along with <em>16 Candles</em> defined my teenage years? I love this dress Molly Ringwald's character made...truly a D.I.Y. moment...</div>
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Martha Stewart Living magazine recently published a short essay written by Molly Ringwald about her love of gardening. I think it was written just for me...my teen idol and gardening? A match made in heaven.</div>
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In the essay entitled "A Garden Grows Up", she shares her heartache over losing a pregnancy and how she found solace in her New York City rooftop garden. In her words;<span style="font-family: Archer-Book; font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: Archer-Book; font-size: xx-small;"></span></span></div>
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Then, nearly six months later,</div>
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I lost the baby. I found almost</div>
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no books, no films, no theater, no</div>
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people. It was a very solitary</div>
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the garden myself. I hauled</div>
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large maple tree with kelly green</div>
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enough fruit for one whole pie!</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Molly Ringwald's second book, <em>When It Happens to You: A Novel in Stories </em>(Harper Collins) came out on August 23,2012.</span></div>
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Here is my tutorial to make any wide leg jeans into skinnies. This is a very easy and quick tutorial. If you are a beginning sewer, this project is for you! You will need a pair of skinny jeans that fit the way you want to use as your guide.<br />
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I used some black wide leg corduroy pants, but this tutorial would work for any denim or twill pants.</div>
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Line up your skinnies that fit perfect, use these as your guide.<br />
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I used a<span style="color: #ea9999;"> chaco</span> liner that I found at my quilt shop. I have to say that after using it for this project I AM IN LOVE...and a little embarrassed that I didn't own one until now. If you can't find it in your area, try <a href="http://www.clover-usa.com/" target="_blank">here</a>. It has very tiny prong/teeth things that roll along the fabric and leave a fine white line that easily washes out. (although at this point you should have turned your jeans/pants inside out). Follow the line on your sewing machine and voila! skinny jeans!!</div>
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*You might want to use a "Jean" needle rather than a "universal" needle on your machine. If you haven't used these before, just ask the ladies at the fabric store and they will help you!</div>
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I like to press open my seams for a nice finish before I turn it right side out. Then turn them right side out and press the seam again. You are finished....ENJOY!<br />
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I am always on the hunt for vintage props to use when I style a party. I came across this gem a few weeks ago at an antique store. I was back-to-school shopping and frankly, couldn't justify a ME purchase, but I couldn't stop thinking about HER...So I went back today and she was still there, peely paint and all. After I brought her home I looked up the history of the company (printed on the front). I was even more excited when I found out that <a href="http://www.pennscale.com/" target="_blank">Penn Scale Manufacturing Company</a> is still in business. They have been in business since 1923 and still manufacture scales.They are located in Philadelphia, PA. I love a great vintage find, but a good story about an American made product is even better!<br />
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Come see me at a wow us wednesday <a href="http://www.savvysouthernstyle.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">here</a>.heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01179440235198193271noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-58687751915302347082012-08-27T13:49:00.000-07:002012-08-27T13:49:00.439-07:00mary mary quite contrary...the harvest<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Best tomatoes EVER! (don't mind the water spots,I had just watered before I picked a few of these lovelies) We are eating the fruits of our labor..literally every day now and loving it. It reminds me of the story of the Little Red Hen. I think I identify with it because even as a child I know that I was a hard worker....I love the message that If we work together we will reap the benefits. <br />
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Enjoy the fruits of your labors whatever they may be...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-24968535646922458032012-08-24T12:41:00.001-07:002012-08-24T12:41:50.683-07:00Is it really over?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Is the Summer really over?? Say it isn't so...I have been a bit absent this week enjoying the last few late nights with the kids,new kitten (don't they smell scrumptious?!), school shopping and back to routine craziness... here are a few instagram images of it all...<br />
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What is your favorite end of summer tradition?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-50859567036537611022012-08-19T11:19:00.001-07:002012-08-19T11:19:31.687-07:00{a visit to the} DIY Blogger House <br />
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I finally made it the DIY Blogger house at the Salt Lake Parade of Homes last week. I wasn't sure what to expect, although I had seen a few pictures online of the design. I have to say I was impressed! These women are amazing. The designs and DIY projects throughout the home were very cohesive. I can't imagine that was easy considering the amount of people involved.(Brian Clark, the designer,Bangerter homes, the builder, and 5 bloggers!) Here are a few highlights:<br />
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Love the barn door to the mudroom<br />
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You can see more of the girls from the Super Star Blogger Team <a href="http://thehouseofsmiths.com/" target="_blank">here</a>,<a href="http://tatertotsandjello.com/" target="_blank">here</a>,<a href="http://lesscakemorefrosting.com/" target="_blank">here</a>,<a href="http://crapivemade.com/" target="_blank">here</a> and<a href="http://theidearoom.net/" target="_blank"> here</a><br />
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My Instyle magazine arrived today. I literally almost needed a muscle man to carry it in the house and up the stairs. It must weigh 10 lbs. I think I might keep it by my bedside in case I need any sort of weapon, for an intruder, not for someone that lives in my house of course! I'm not exaggerating when I say that all I can think about is curling up on the sofa with a cupcake, a diet coke and my beloved Instyle. But, alas there are pencils to buy and back to school errands to run...maybe tomorrow my love...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-25919651969076718262012-08-11T20:57:00.001-07:002012-08-11T20:57:40.933-07:00inspired by LondonOkay I will admit I have been hesitant to post anything about the Olympics/London inspired paraphernalia/my love of the Union Jack, for various reasons which are really sort of dumb...but true. Firstly, I like Winter Olympics better than Summer. I feel like I have a right to because we attended almost every event during the Salt Lake 2002 Olympics and we could see the ski jump from our kitchen window. Our kids had the entire month of February off of school and it was almost a crime not to enjoy all the craziness! It was an amazing experience...I highly recommend having an Olympic Games in your home town, If you can swing it! Secondly ,I feel like a traitor to my country because I like THEIR flag almost as much as ours...Do you want to throw tea on me? It is just sooo cool. I resisted for months buying or making anything Union Jack related, but Anthropologie knocked it out of the park on this one...Artist Becky Oldfield uses vintage flags to create art that is beautiful no matter which side your ancestors fought for in the Revolutionary war. Happy Olympics!<br />
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The old window frames I picked up a few weeks ago are doing their job..and looking cute at the same time. It's hard to have perfectly peely paint and hold-up squash at the same time.</div>
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too many fires,not enough rain...cool crisp fall days where are you?<br />
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stripey maxi skirt <a href="http://theoutnet.net/" target="_blank">here</a>//paris metro map iphone case <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/89264320/paris-metro-map-apple-iphone-4-case" target="_blank">here</a>.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-2540426524073588092012-08-07T13:06:00.000-07:002012-08-21T21:14:42.109-07:00Hello Seattle<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Here are a few Instagram pictures from my girls trip to Seattle. My sister-in-law hosted us..thanks Sara! My daughter turned 13 in June and I decided along time ago that when she was old enough I would take her on a girl's trip every year. This was our inaugural trip and I can hardly wait until next year. We ate ourselves sick at Pike's Market, went to Trader Joe's at least three times ( love that store). We took a boat out to see the Killer Whales...ahem Orcas, but they were too shy. Had an amazing lunch in Friday harbor and stayed in a condo on the waterfront where we could saw the most amazing sunsets and homeless. We did a little vintage shopping and enjoyed the Seattle aquarium. The weather was sunny and hot, just the way I like it. If you haven't been I highly recommend it.</div>
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It's no secret that I love all things vintage. After scouring the local vintage-consignment-thrift stores, I put together a tutorial to make use of all the treasures I have found lately. The sky's the limit when it comes to making hand made cards and tags, but here is my twist. I am a sucker lately for old games and cards. If it looks a bit yellowed, all the better! The best places I have found for vintage games, cards and craft supplies is my local thrift store. I admit that I do not take the time to shop yard sales, but If you can find what you are looking for the prices are usually great. I have had a bit of luck at vintage and antique stores, however, the prices are usually quite a bit more. I found some paper doilies from the 70's...lovely, but they were $4.00 for about 10-15. A little steep If you are crafting with them. <span style="color: #c27ba0;">Good Luck</span> and <span style="color: #c27ba0;">Happy Hunting!</span> </div>
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pages from old books (the older the better...just don't cut up anything too valuable!)</div>
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Don't be afraid to glue game pieces and playing cards to your homemade tag. If it becomes too heavy, just reinforce the back with a coordinating piece of card stock.<br />
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Step 1: glue doily to precut card stock or tag.<br />
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Step 2: trim doily to fit card, just flush with the sides and bottom.<br />
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Step 3: glue game pieces or trims to doily.<br />
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Step 4: add card or card stock for your personal message. Let dry and it is ready to give!<br />
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For this card I used a vintage greeting card I found at the antique store and embellished it with vintage doilies and washi tape for a retro meets modern look. You can write your message on the front or on the back!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Come join me </span><a href="http://savvysouthernstyle.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">here</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> for a link party!</span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-56950684298488670882012-07-30T17:14:00.002-07:002012-07-30T17:14:23.706-07:00Lavender Love...Lavender infused Ginger lemonade<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #444444;">This is a little photo inspiration from the Lavender fields in Mona, Utah. It's not Provence but for $5.00 a bag you can pick as much lavender as you can use! Here is a</span> <span style="color: #444444;">recipe for</span><span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="color: #674ea7;">Lavender infused Ginger Lemonade </span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #444444;">from the AMAZING </span><a href="http://www.culinarycrafts.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #444444;">Culinary Crafts</span></a><span style="color: #444444;"> catering. They are 9x "Best of State" winner. But really, who's counting?!</span></span></span><br />
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5 cups cold water<br />
3 lemons-juiced and zested<br />
1 cup granulated sugar<br />
1 T ginger, peeled and sliced<br />
fresh lavender sprigs<br />
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Combine all ingredients and let sit overnight. When ready to serve, strain the lemonade to remove the ginger and lavender pieces.<br />
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<u>To make the lemon garnish:</u><br />
Thinly slice 5-10 lemon slices. Cut a one half slit from the center of the lemon wheel to the edge so it can fit properly on the glass.<br />
Zest 2T fresh ginger<br />
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<u>To make the candied ginger:</u><br />
Mix 1 cup pure cane sugar to 1 cup water into a small pot.<br />
Boil the simple syrup mixture in a sauce pan until the syrup has reduced by 1/3 the volume. <br />
Remove pan from the heat and stir in the zested ginger.<br />
Let the mixture soak for 15 minutes.<br />
Remove the zest from the syrup and lay the candied ginger on a sheet pan.<br />
Wait for the product to fully dry. While the product is still wet, dust with a heavy coat of sugar. Let dry overnight.<br />
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<u>Roll the lemon in the candied ginger:</u><br />
Roll the rind of the lemon first in water and then roll the lemon into the candied ginger pieces.<br />
Place the product in the oven on parchment paper (bake at 350) just enough to dry the lemon out and produce a crisp product.(dehydrators can also be used)<br />
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Fill a glass with lemonade. Garnish with the ginger lemon slices and a sprig of fresh lavender.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-36151761473416456252012-07-27T21:44:00.000-07:002012-07-27T21:44:03.305-07:00Summer Sewing As I was perusing (big girl word) <a href="http://sewmamasew.com/blog/2/2012/07/sewing-trends-with-melanie-5/" target="_blank">Sew Mama Sew</a>, I came upon a post about trends for Summer Sewing. I was pretty excited to find out that I was right on point for a few of my latest projects!<br />
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<strong><span style="color: #c27ba0;">Project One</span></strong><span style="color: black;">:</span> Here is a big shout out to the 70's...I love a cute halter, and I don't have many occasions for them (unlike in the 70's when I looked really cute in them...as a 6 year old). I was anxious to whip up a little something for my beach trip. My sewing machine and I have been through alot together lately...and as much time as we've spent together, it has been a little stressful. (More of that to come...) This halter was so fun and perfect for a beginning sewer.<br />
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I bought this pattern last year and I'm just now getting to it, seems to be a theme for me lately.</div>
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<span style="color: #c27ba0;">Project Three</span><span style="color: #444444;">: Amy Butler's weekender bag. When my husband walked by the sewing room as I was wrestling with 4 layers of fabric, Peltex and piping, he said "are you making <em>luggage?</em>". Um yes?! I love this bag despite the sewing difficulty. (I would rate it med-hard). It is perfect for a carry-on bag on the plane or fill it with magazines, red licorice and whatever other "necessities" you need for a weekend away.</span></div>
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Have you ever noticed how when you want something to grow and you watch it and baby it along it grows at a snails pace? ya that didn't happen this time...we went on vacation and came home to an explosion (the good kind) in the garden. I intended to stake everything vertically to save on space and let's be honest who doesn't want to look taller and thinner? My plan mostly worked, except for a few wrinkles, and by wrinkles I mean a certain heirloom tomato plant.<br />
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I couldn't quite find what I wanted at Home Depot, So I checked the junk area of one of my favorite <a href="http://www.abode-abode.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">vintage/consignment store</a> and found some old window frames. I popped out the glass and scraped off the old paint. These are being used to "stake" the squash.<br />
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I use geen twist ties that I found at my garden center. I also am experimenting with garden velcro.... crazy but true! It is made to be reused, but my guesse is I won't try to after everything dies back and is cleaned out for the season I will just toss it. It seems to work and I really like it for keeping the squash in line. Maybe I should velcro my kids to keep them in line?</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-9479852011626239912012-07-24T14:14:00.002-07:002012-07-24T14:17:19.022-07:00Carlsbad Pipelines...so coolHave you ever visited somewhere as an adult that you loved as a child? We grew up camping at the beach in Carlsbad, California. And by "camping" I really mean camping...not just a hotel that doesn't have room service. We would fall asleep to the sound of the ocean and wake at dawn to hunt for sand dollars. I guess I wanted to share that with my kids, so we spent a week at the beach (not camping). All beach towns have their own unique vibe, I like to describe Carlsbad as the younger cooler sister of Newport Beach. I love Newport, we lived off there off and on for 4 years, but Carlsbad is just cool without trying to be.<br />
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<a href="http://carlsbadpipelinesonline.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Carlsbad Pipelines</span></a> surf shop is named after Witt's (the owner) father's plumbing business. It has been in business since 1984. The staff is very helpful and most of all, patient with all the summer tourists! My boys spent hours looking at surfboards and skateboards. The have surf boards for rent and sale as well as a most anything you need at the beach. They have a great selection of sandals and flip flops, which is a big plus. (We inadvertently buried a flip flop in the sand on day 2...ugh)<br />
If you go it is located at 2975 Carlsbad Blvd. Right on the main street just down from The Carlsbad Inn and right next to Coldstone Creamery.<br />
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Have a great Summer Day!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-42436342153174970232012-07-22T18:48:00.000-07:002012-07-22T18:48:09.370-07:00Instagram Fun<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I love capturing moments with Instagram...I am dying to make an album with some of my vacation pictures on <a href="http://www.printstagr.am/" target="_blank">Printstagram</a>. have you ever tried it?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2402903902499165264.post-50230114218753500452012-07-22T18:15:00.000-07:002012-07-22T18:15:43.858-07:00pepperoni breadWhenever we travel with the kids I always take treats and snacks. I have found that over the years, as little ones become BIG ones that a bag of goldfish doesn't quite fill them up. So, I took a cue from my aunt who had 5 teenage boys that she travelled with and started bringing a few loaves of Pepperoni Bread. This recipe has become a staple for road trips. I also started a tradition a few years ago and I make a few loaves the day before school starts in the fall so that the kids have a little something special for the first day of school.<br />
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2 loaves of frozen bread dough thawed</div>
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1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese</div>
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2 cups pepperoni (pre-sliced)</div>
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2 egg whites for "wash"</div>
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thaw bread dough overnight in the refrigerator or thaw on the counter for a few hrs. When it is cold, but not frozen, roll it out about 1/2 inch thick. Sprinkle the cheese and then pepperoni in the center. separate the egg white from the yolk and lightly beat the egg white. Use this as the glue on the edges. With a pastry brush, brush on the egg whites to seal the edges of the rolled up loaf and then brush the top. This will give it a nice golden brown crust. Let the loaves rise for 2 hours. Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes. Let cool before you slice. Serve with marinara sauce or Pizza sauce. Refrigerate leftovers (we never have any!)</div>
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<em><span style="font-size: large;">ENJOY! </span></em></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11618580736757468838noreply@blogger.com2