BFF Open House

 

Happy Friday Eve, Valentine's Day Eve, and Galentine's Day! Sending warm thoughts to the Chicagoland area and surrounds because our son let us know "It's FREEZING" as we remind him "You chose this!". It cooled down a bit here in the desert too but nothing like that no thank you!

This week I shared:

Bead Show Visits

Layered Rose Heart Valentine's Day Cards

Gothic Valentine's Day 

And you've all been busy prepping for Valentine's celebrations so let's take a look at some wonderful ideas! Wishing you all lots of love. Self, family, partner, kids...LOVE. Now, more than ever. 

Artsy Va Va shared this pretty Watercolor Heart Canvas that would work for Valentine's or anytime. The background makes it pop! 

Simple Everyday Mom shared these adorable Love Monsters that again are fun for V-Day but could work for anytime with these or different colors! 

Galentine's Day...the day before Valentine's Day to celebrate our girlfriends who play such important roles in our life...continues to gain traction. Rose Bakes shared this great Galentine's Charcuterie Board to celebrate! 

Finally, who wouldn't want to have a plate of CHOCOLATE WAFFLES like these from Recipes Simple? That who would be me! 

Thank you to all who linked up. Wishing you a weekend filled with love!

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BFF Open House Party Through Year End

 

Happy Friday Eve all! By this time next week, Santa will have come and the first night of Hanukkah candles will have been lit. I'm taking a page out of a friend's idea and making this a two week party that will stay up through year end. 

This week I shared my 2024 Christmas Cards and here's a short video from our Disney trip. If you've ever thought of going at the holidays I highly recommend it. Everything that stands still is decorated and attractions like The Haunted Mansion and It's a Small World are completely transformed. The Anaheim Haunted Mansion is the only one of all the Disney Parks to re-do itself in a Nightmare Before Christmas Theme, complete with a scented Gingerbread House ballroom. All of the characters are also dressed for the season. And the treats! 

Let's take a  look at some ideas from last week's party!

Sonata Home Design shared a wonderful Tassel Tree Framed Art Piece made from yarn! So creative. 

My Thrift Store Addiction has a great gift idea you still have time to do with Homemade Herb Sea Salt. 

Artsy Va Va shared this wonderful Farmhouse Style Centerpiece that can also double as a wreath! 

Finally, Rose Bakes shared this very festive Grinch Punch. Next to Disney gear, the next character we saw the most of on fellow park goers was The Grinch. Shirts, sweatshirts, sweaters, backpacks, you name it. 

Thank you to all who linked up not only last week but in 2024. Can't wait to see what creativity is in store for 2025 and what crafty tools Santa may leave under your trees! Whether you're celebrating Solstice, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, something else, or nothing at all, wishing you all a joyous and peaceful end of the year and a great and creative start to 2025! The link party will stay open through New Year's Day! 

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BFF Open House

 

Happy Friday Eve and one week until Halloween! What's really scary is it's also TWO MONTHS until Christmas Eve. EEK!

Ended up not getting my sutures out last week so hopefully, when I go back today...

Let's take a look at some Halloween themed projects there's still time left to do or certainly to pin for next year!

Master Pieces of My Life shared this FABULOUS and Elegant Creepy Candle Sconce. 

My Thrift Store Addiction shared a wonderful way to incorporate pieces on hand into seasonal decor with these DIY Jadeite Jack O'Lanterns. 

Steph Creates shared this cute Hey Boo Door Sign. This would be perfect to personalize with names too!

Finally, this No Bake Spiderweb Cheesecake from Rose Bakes is perfect for Halloween! 

Thanks to all who linked up and can't wait to see what you've got in store this week! 

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Happy Friday Eve, all. Again hoping that anyone in the path of Milton is safe and damage is minimal.  Let's hope this is it for the season!

You can read about my epic klutz adventure and another Fall inspired printable here so I'm temporarily mobility-limited. 

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

The Apple Street Cottage shared this fabulous Spook Easy sign! 

Master Pieces of My Life shared these festive and seasonal DIY Sunflower Napkin Rings.

Life is Better at the Lakeside shared a genius Haunted Hound blow mold hack! 

Finally, Rose Bakes shared this Black Velvet Cake that is Purrrrrrrfect for Halloween! 

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

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Happy Friday Eve once again Creative Peeps! Had a WONDERFUL visit with our son, running around, seeing Deadpool Wolverine, and eating too much! We raised him to be independent and lead his own life which has taken him out of state for college, grad school, and life, and while yes, it's hard, we give them wings so they'll fly, right? We're also very thankful that he has strong roots and we remain close, seeing each other when we can, talking and texting all the time. For us, that's what the job of parenting was all about. 

I don't know about you but I'm really ready for Fall! Maybe it's because I live where it's warm and sunny most of the year. Maybe it's seeing all of the fun Fall and Halloween-themed things in stores. Or both. Probably both! I'm excited to resume working on some Halloween projects. 

Wonderful ideas shared at last week's party so let's take a look at a few ideas! 

Bluesky At Home shared these PERFECT Fall Plates easy to DIY! 

A Life Unfolding shared these gorgeous Fall Floral Pumpkins! I love the muted colors. 

Master Pieces of My Life shared these fun No Bake Dog Treats. As a dog mom, can't wait to try! 

Finally, for those of us who didn't make it to the Olympics, Rose Bakes made sure we can have a little bit of the Olympics at home with these Viral Olympics Chocolate Muffins. Gold Medal worthy! 

Thanks to all who linked up. I truly appreciate and love you coming each week and sharing your talents. Now let's see what you've been up to this week. 

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Happy Friday Eve from the laziest Maker in the Southwest! I've been shopping and pinning but I have just been L A Z Y about making. I think it's coming off of being so busy with The Mumster's fall in April and subsequent rehab, follow-up doctor's appointments and then things finally slowing and settling down and I just need to get motivated. So July, right?! 

Have taken some workshops, picked up some Procreate and Cricut Design Space tips and tricks and absolutely love seeing what everyone else is up to. With that, let's take a look at some things shared last week! 

Steph Creates shared this beautiful DIY Frosted Candleholder. Make some for you or for a holiday gift. 

 

Thrifting Wonderland shared a project involving one of my favorite things to shop for at thrift shops: A Candlestick Recycle along with wonderful found books to make a lovely vignette. 

Cincy Shopper share this festive Ice Cream Cake that would be perfect for Fourth of July or other Summer celebrations. 

Finally, Summer is popsicle season! If you want to have an adult version, these Piña Colada Popsicles from Rose Bakes are PERFECT! Skip the rum if alcohol isn't for you. 

Thanks to all who linked up! Wishing you all a wonderful (and cool!) weekend. 

 

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BFF Open House

 

Happy Friday Eve all, and I hope the first week of March has treated you well! I can't believe St. Patricks is in less than 10 days and Easter is at the end of the month, then we'll already be in April! This is the time of year we're all supposed to be getting an early start on holiday gift making right? At least that's what I tell  myself in October/November about the coming year. Anyone else?

This week I shared a fun impromptu gift I made for Mr. Chocolate combining his love of Disney and trains: Layered Disney Inspired Train

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

The Apple Street Cottage shared this VERY cute St. Patrick's Day Idea perfect for school, office, neighbors!

Master Pieces of My Life shared an elegant way to add some St. Patrick's Decor without breaking the bank by using a thrifted frame! 

Nothing says Welcome Spring like pretty flowers. Blue Sky At Home has a beautiful idea with this Garden Style Spring Wreath! 

Finally, Rose Bakes shared these wonderful St. Patrick's Cake Pops which would be a fun way to celebrate. 

Thanks to everyone who linked up and for understanding about features last week. Can't wait to see what you've been up to this week! 

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