Thursday, March 30, 2023

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Happy Friday and April Eve,eve! I think people either love April Fool's Day or they hate it. Count me among the latter, but if you love it, I hope your pranks are well met! Can you believe it's April already? March is going out like neither a lion nor a lamb here in the high desert. Windy but sunny. 

I've been attending the Crafting Adventure Summit I mentioned a few weeks ago, getting inspiration for some things I want to try and learning more tricks for my Cricut machines. I applaud those who put these on and develop content for them. Truly labors of love and sharing their creative passion. 

Finished up my Easter and Passover cards which I'll share next week. Let's take a look at some of the inspiring ideas for these holidays from last week's party! 


There's just something about moss bunnies. This collection and Tiered Tray from Penny's Passions is a lovely way to display them! 



Another gorgeous Tablescape in Blue (and more moss covered bunnies!) was shared by Bluesky at Home.


You could make a whole garden of these Candy Flower Treats from Whitehouse Crafts


Finally, Cindy's Online Recipe Box is back with this delicious-looking Flourless Chocolate Cake whch is perfect for Passover since no leavening, for those who are gluten-free, or for any time! 

Thank you to everyone who linked up and here's hoping Mother Nature keeps "April Showers" to an appropriate level! 

Let's see what you've all been up to this week!









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Thursday, March 23, 2023

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Happy Friday Eve and Happy Spring...officially! Hope everyone had a safe and fun St. Patrick's Day and is easing into Spring without too many allergies. Can't believe we're winding down March already which seemed to just get here. 

We're discovering that Tucson is quite the arts city and went to a market last weekend featuring all Tucson artisans only to find out that there's another even bigger market this weekend with vendors from all over! 

Spring holidays are upon us with Ramadan having started,  Passover and Easter on the horizon. Let's take a look at some Spring ideas from last week's party!


This Spring Picket Fence Bunny from The Apple Street Cottage is just adorable! 


This Simple Spring Centerpiece from The House on Silverado is equally perfect for Spring! 


If you have a Spring birthday to celebrate, check out this DIY Minnie Mouse Pinata from Simple Joys. So pretty! Easily done as Mickey, too! 




Finally, I've never tried a chocolate scone but these look amazing! Chocolate Scones with Chocolate Drizzle from Cindy's Online Recipe Box

Thanks to everyone who linked up and let's take a look at what you've been up to this week! 










 

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

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Hello and Happy St. Patrick's Day Eve! Seen any Leprechauns about?  I wish everyone good luck in finding a pot of gold! I also want thank whoever created Allegra aka fexofenadine because having been put on it almost a week ago has been my personal pot of gold! You never realize how ick you've felt until you feel better, ya know?

May even venture out to a handmade market this weekend! Let's take a look at some of the ideas from last week's party, first!



With Easter on the horizon, now's the time to start making some beautiful eggs like these Decoupaged Eggs from Blue Sk At Home. So pretty! 


Here's another gorgeous take on eggs...Stamped Clay! Shared by Saved From Salvage


What Easter meal wouldn't be made even better with this Black Pepper Foccacia from Foodnutters


Finally, Mr. Chocolate keeps going on about a "green thing" an Aunt of his made for family gatherings that was not nearly as pretty or elegant as this Pistachio Lush Dessert from The Kitchen Is My Playground. This might serve in its place! 

Thank you to everyone who linked up and let's see what you've been up to this week! 








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Thursday, March 9, 2023

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Greetings all and happy Friday Eve. March is marching and we're about a week out from St. Patrick's Day. Not that we go out exactly but still...fun to be on the lookout for Leprechauns, right? I won't bore you with more tales of allergies laying me out. 

I got a lovely boost to my foggy-headed mood when Amanda from Hometalk let me know that they're featuring my Dollar Tree Wood Bead Wreath in an upcoming newsletter. It's always lovely to be recognized and know that something you created inspired someone, isn't it? That's why I love hosting a link party. 

I also want to share another wonderful workshop I signed up for taking place March 28-Apr 1:

This is a five-day FREE online workshop featuring 39 Cricut Craft demonstrations by some very talented creators. All of the details can be found here. If you own a Cricut (or another digital cutting machine because the workshop files are usually SVGs that work on multiple machines), are considering one and want to see what you can do with them, it's a great FREE way to learn some things. 

Now, let's take a look at some ideas from last week's party! 


With Easter approaching, these stunningly elegant Wood Eggs from The House on Silverado are a must check out! 



Likewise, this Tobacco Basket Makeover from Artsy Va Va is perfect for Easter or Spring decor! 


But first, St. Patrick's Day and this fun batch of Leprechaun Bait from Our Tiny Nest looks like tons of fun to make! 



Finally, these Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Shamrock Cookies from Me and My Inklings make a great treat for Leprechauns big and little! 

Thank you to everyone who linked up and can't wait to see what you've been up to this week. 








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Thursday, March 2, 2023

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Happy Friday Eve and happy MARCH! Yikes. The transition from January to February never evokes any real emotions for me. But from February to March just seems so seem so much more extreme. Then again, woke up to SNOW in the desert this morning so I'm completely confused about what season it is. 

Nothing new to share this week. Weather inconsistencies have my allergies and asthma sucking all of my energy. It's weeks like this that I especially love looking at everyone's creations. So here we go! 


Given what's outside my window, this GORGEOUS Deer In a Clearing card from Paper Seedlings is perfect! 



 


Who doesn't love a good Dollar Tree upgrade project? I know I do and this one from Steph Creates is a perfect Winter to Spring transition. 


This adorable Leprechaun Selfie Wreath from Creatively Beth is perfect for a St. Patrick's day get-together or perfect for a classroom! 


Finally, how perfect for St. Patricks are these Irish Coffee Donuts from Cindy's Online Recipe Box?!

Thank you to EVERYONE who linked up and can't wait to see what you've been up to this week!







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