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Happy Friday Eve, Creative Peeps! October is just rolling along...more like steamrolling, right? I was in Michaels the other day, talking to myself as I sometimes do, and one of the guys was putting up Christmas trees and heard me and said, "Talking yourself out of buying more stuff?" To which I replied, "I plead the 5th," and we shared a laugh. 

Have you seen some of the Christmas stuff they're getting in? I CANNOT add another tree! We have FOUR. But the temptation, especially with some very pretty jewel tone and jeweled ornaments, and some gingerbread themed goodies...TEMPTATION! 

I got the paint and eye pins I went in for, along with some Fall florals at 60% off for when I switch out my table centerpiece. 

This week I shared:

My Haunted House 

Shakespeare Inspired Halloween Decor 

Lots of inspiring ideas shared at last week's party so let's take a look at some of them! 

From Bay to Beach shared a great way to combine current Halloween trends with a natural, beach, Coastal Halloween Decor. 

The Apple Street Cottage shared this fun Doily Ghost. Visit to see it lit up!

Creatively Beth shared these adorable Halloween Wooden Spoons with easy supplies from Dollar Tree. Fun to make with little ones. 

Finally, these wonderfully creepy cupcakes with Homemade Halloween Eyeballs are perfect for the season. From Ann's Entitled Life. 

Thanks to everyone who shared last week, and can't wait to see what you have in store this week. 

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Happy Friday Eve, all. Happy to have a creative refuge. 

Dollar Tree is already stocking Christmas stuff,  so I'm sure everyone else will not be far behind. I think Mr. Chocolate finally gets that if you don't get things when you see them, you may never see them again. Exhibit something he almost missed out on. 

I'm definitely missing JoAnn at this time of the year :(

This week I shared:

How to Make Hot Glue Tombstones (or any other thing for which you have silicone molds)

and

Happy Accident: Salvage a Broken Dish with Resin

Now, let's take a look at some of the fun ideas shared at last week's party! 

Steph Creates shared this DIY Candy Jar that would be lovely to give as a gift or to have at home. 

Press Print Party shared a fabulous Dollar Tree Ghost DIY. So cute! 

Ann's Entitled Life shared a gorgeous Fall Lantern Swag that can carry you through the season.

Finally, Hunny I'm Home DIY shared these Mini Halloween Trifles that would be perfect for any Halloween dinner, party, etc. 

Thank you to everyone who linked up, commented, pinned etc.!

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Greetings and Happy Friday Eve, Creative Peeps! 

First, let me thank you for all your kind well wishes for Mr. Chocolate .🥰😍🥰

His surgery went even better than we could have hoped, which is to say, it went GREAT! There was a slight chance of him having to stay overnight which he didn't, and his recovery has been ahead of schedule with NONE of the things they say "could" happen initially. He's regaining his energy and my biggest challenge now is him not doing too much too soon. I'll take that problem! There's always duct tape. 

Let me give a special shout out to nurses, who are amazing! We had nothing but kind, caring, and funny nurses who helped keep a nervous patient calm and reassured him he wasn't a burden. 🙏🏽

You all were busy as usual, so features are an eclectic mix of Summer and seasons to come. 

It's peak Gardening season which means extra TLC for hands, and Ann's Entitled Life has you covered with this DIY Gardener Hand Scrub. 

Hunny I'm Home DIY shared this Dollar Tree Frame Centerpiece (this one for graduation) that can be adapted to any occasion. 

If you're getting a head start on Christmas (like we all should be) Master Pieces of My Life has you covered with a roundup of great Christmas in July projects! 

Finally, how about this ooey-gooey yummy looking Glazed Chocolate Chip Oreo Cookie Toffee Coffee Cake (say THAT three times fast) from Cindy's Online Recipe Box! 

Thank you so much for all of the support and can't wait to see what you've got to share this week!

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Happy Friday Eve and Father's Day Weekend! Wishing all the Dads and Dad figures a happy one. 

Nothing to share this week...busy catching up on a few errands. I was really happy to see that Michaels will pick up some things from JoAnn!

The Michaels Companies, Inc. today announced it has successfully completed the acquisition of the intellectual property and private label brands of JOANN, including the development of the beloved Big Twist® brands as part of the Michaels portfolio.

It will be interesting to see how they incorporate them.

I was in a couple of Dollar Trees this week and there are some deals to be had in some. In one, they had metal signs that are usually in the craft aisle, 4 for $1, and another had their vinyl, also 4 for $1. So peep yours and see what's up!

Let's take a look at some of the fun ideas shared at last week's party!

Speaking of Dollar Tree, Steph Creates is back with a very cool Metal Sign and decal she found there and it speaks to my daily routine But First, Coffee! 

Hunny I'm Home DIY shared a template for a wonderful Personalized Father's Day Canva template. All you need to do is fill, print, frame! 

My French Twist shared how to make these FABULOUS Leather Strap Shelves. Simple and functional. 

Finally, Ann's Entitled Life shared a fun dessert that's perfect for Father's Day: Hamburger Cupcakes! 

Thanks to everyone who linked up and I hope you have a wonderful weekend! 

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Happy Friday Eve all! Hope you've had a great week. Temps are starting to come down here in the high desert. My new normal is, Fall is under 90 degrees! Been a busy week with unexpected news last week that my Mom needed a pacemaker which she got yesterday and made it through like a champ. So that's been my week! Hope you've all had a good one!

We're definitely in "Spooky Season" mode...full swing! So let's take a look at a few ideas from last week's party! 

Charleston Crafted share this wonderfully creepy DIY Halloween Candy Bowl. Inspired by one seen at West Elm and looks like it could have come from there! 

Equally perfect for Fall is this Fall Farmhouse Wreath shared by Hunny I'm Home DIY! 

Crazy Little Love Birds shared this DIY Fun Halloween Art. Fun to make for yourself or as a gift. 

Finally, if you're looking for a creeptacular dessert for the Halloween season, these Blood and Glass Pudding Cups from Ann's Entitled Life are perfect! 

Thanks to all who linked up. Your creativity is inspiring and at times when life gets stressful, it helps a LOT! 

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Happy Friday Eve Creative Peeps! I hope everyone is managing to stay cool since it's HOT everywhere. Even though we think we're acclimated to the desert, for some reason we're both feeling the heat more this year. 

I also hope everyone who celebrated had a nice Father's Day and the fathers in your lives felt loved and appreciated. We took a day trip over to Tombstone (that one...I'm Your Huckleberry Tombstone) which is a fun drive from us and picked up some fudge from our favorite place there FALLEN ANGEL SWEET SIN PARLOR and then spent a quiet day at home on Father's Day talking to our son and with Mr. Chocolate getting his favorite Nachos for dinner. 

It's hard to believe that July Fourth is around the corner but it is! Here are some fun ideas from last week's party to celebrate!

Darcy and Brian shared these fun Popsicle Stick Rockets, fun for adults and kids alike to make!

Sonata Home Design shared a perfect for Summer entertaining idea: Reversible No Sew Placemats! 

Walking On Sunshine Recipes shared yet another twist on Charcuterie with these Patriotic Charcuterie Cups! 

Finally, how cute are these Red, White, and Blue Pudding Shots from Ann's Entitled Life ? What a great dessert and/or addition to a dessert table! 

Thanks to everyone who linked up and wishing you a wonderful weekend! Stay hydrated. 

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Happy Friday Eve, all! I hope it's been a good week for everyone. We've been under a heat advisory a bit earlier than normal so I think we're all in for a hot hot Summer. Looks like the East coastis next. Stay as cool as you can and HYDRATE!! 

To everyone celebrating Father's Day this weekend, have a happy one! I lost my dad young so it's always a day to remember him but also to celebrate the wonderful father Mr. Chocolate is. Truly, a wonderful father, teacher, adviser, and since our son is an adult, friend. Couldn't have asked for a better partner to parent with. I love you! 

Steph Creates shared another gorgeous Dollar Tree transformation. They always have these trays and she both kept it simple and made it beautiful with this Floral Painted Tray!

Simple Everyday Mom shared a fun Minion Father's Day Card. Perfect for Father's Day and the newest movie that's out soon. 

 Ann's Entitled Life shared these Hamburger Cupcakes that would be a great Father's Day dessert or perfect for any Summer gathering. 

Hunny I'm Home shared a modern twist on a classic dessert with these Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs. also great for Father's Day or Summer!

Thanks to everyone who linked up and can't wait to see what you've been up to this week! Again, wishing all celebrating, a Happy Father's Day!

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