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Happy OCTOBER and Friday Eve! How is it already October? Fourth quarter? Peak Holiday Season? Crazy. 

I hope you all had a good end of September. It's full steam ahead from here on out. 

This week I shared: 

Mackenzie Childs Inspired Mini Pumpkin Stack

and

Nightmare Before Christmas Ornaments

And you all were busy at last week's party with lots of fun Fall ideas, so let's take a look at a few. 

Petticoat Junktion shared a wonderful thrift find and makeover with this Candle Holder Makeover, perfect for Fall. 

My French Twist shared how to make and decorate with these Mini Paper Pumpkins. No machine needed! 

Steph Creates Things shared How to Transform Terra Cotta Pots into gorgeous Fall decor. 

And finally, check out these delicious-looking Caramel Cashew Bars from Recipes Simple! Perfect for afterschool or sports team snacks, or anytime!

Thanks to all who linked up, and can't wait to see what you have to share this week! 

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Happy Friday Eve, all! I hope everyone's had a good week, and those under heat watch are surviving and staying cool. Chicago Son is giving us updates like "Brought an extra shirt to work because I'm soaked just walking to the train!" which is a 5 min walk for him. There's a reason we live in the dry heat...can't take the humidity. Hats off to those of you who can tolerate it. 

Continuing my impromptu Summer crafting hiatus, but this week, I did do some work on my craft room so I can be ready for Fall/Holiday making. 

Great shares at last week's party so let's take a look at a few!

I love repurposing jars, bottles, etc. Steph Creates shared how to repurpose Oui Yogurt Jars into a pretty Window Display. I have some I've been using to hold pens, and this is also a great way to pretty them up! 

My Thrift Store Addiction shared how to transform Thrifted Vintage English Transferware into a stunning Gallery Wall Display, along with some other great thrifting finds. 

Looking for something to do with littles over the long holiday weekend? Simple Everyday Mom has you covered with this fun Statue of Liberty Paper Bag Craft. 

Finally, we've all heard of popsicles and cake pops, but have you heard of Cakesicles? Tessie's Table has got you covered with these Festive Fourth Cakesicles. 

Thank you to everyone who linked up and can't wait to see what you've been up to this week! Have a SAFE Fourth! We leave the fireworks to the professionals, especially here in the fire danger desert. 

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Happy Friday Eve, all! I hope you all had a great St. Patrick's Day if you celebrated. As for Casa Chocolate, well...the hits just keep on coming. After getting my mom back on her feet after her mini-stroke in January, guess whose turn it was to spend last weekend in the hospital? Yup! 

Lovely abdominal infection that kept me there thru Monday. Once again, I will say that Nurses are angels who walk among us! I was not built for the kind of work they do, especially dealing with some of their patients. ANGELS! 

Slowly healing. Restricted diet and rest. Yeah, I'm tired of hearing about Casa Chocolate's illnesses, too! 

Needless to say, I haven't done anything creative this week, so once again, I'm excited to live vicariously through what you share. So let's take a look at some of the features from last week's party! An unplanned roundup of some great ways to use everyday materials. 

Sonata Home Design shared a fabulous Paper Bag Art project with the dang cutest subject!!

Steph Creates Things shared another wonderful upcycle into this cute piece of Spring Decor. I especially love the little bunny! 

Petticoat Junktion shared some creative ways to add to Easter Decor, such as repurposing a light fixture, shown here. How fun! 

Finally, My French Twist shared an ingenious way to Repurpose and Reuse Egg Cartons. Pretty and practical! 

Thanks to all who linked up and can't wait to see the goodies you have to share this week! 

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Happy February! 🩷 How it's February already, I'm not sure, but it is. Mom continues her recovery journey and is doing well. I'm still tired and haven't had the energy to make much of anything, but I did get out to a couple of my favorite venues now that Bead and Gem Show season is here. Not that I actually NEEDED any more beads etc., but what's that got to do with anything? It's so much fun to get to see and meet people from all over the world because lemme tell you, it feels like every continent (maybe not Antarctica) is represented at these shows. 

Here's what I picked up this year. 

Some bold beads, bead caps, and findings that I can't wait to play with. Also, those large black and silver beads.

Pink Opal, Dendritic Agate, and Tourmaline. 

Amethyst, Lapis, and Kunzite. I can't wait to play with all of these. 

I've also been enjoying the sessions at the Cricut Craft Fest this week. I love these because I always pick up tips on ways to use my cutting machines. 

You've all been busy as usual, so let's take a look at some fun ideas shared at last week's party.

Steph Creates Things shared this perfect for love season Altered Cutting Board. 

I think all of us Makers do this. See something at a boutique or store like Pottery Barn or West Elm and immediately start thinking "I can knock that off!". Such is the case with these Aluminum Can Vases by Petticoat Junktion inspired by West Elm! Nailed it!

An Artful Mom shared a brilliant idea: Make TWO Journals from One Composition Book! 

And finally, with the big game this weekend, can you have enough treats? These Chocolate Covered Nutter Butter Footballs from Hunny I'm Home DIY are just the thing!

Whether you're resting, crafting, watching the game, or whatever's in store this weekend, I wish you peace. Thanks to everyone who linked up! 

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Happy December and BRRR from the desert, where I woke up to 37 degrees! Not to be outdone, our son texted that it was 7 degrees in Chicago, so I'm not going to whine. Much. 

I hope my US Creatives had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Ours was small and lovely. I'm in full on Christmas mode and since I don't decorate until after Thanksgiving, I'm on day four of Operation Decoration and having a blast. 

A new addition this year made me so happy! Check out my take on the viral Gingerbread version of the Dollar Tree stackable tree here. 

Some fabulous ideas were shared at last week's party, and here are a few to inspire you!

This Tabletop Decoration from Steph Creates Things is absolutely precious! 

Whether for yourself or as gifts, these Christmas Tree Earrings from Try It Like It Create It are fabulous! I first thought they were resin, but even easier! 

Two Chicks and a Mom shared this super-cute idea for a Felt Santa With Goodies Inside. 

This last feature is truly a labor of love and a thing of beauty...A Chocolate Truffle Tree from Sonata Home Design! Gimme!

Wouldn't this be a stunner on any holiday table?! 

Thank you to everyone who linked up. The one natural resource that will never be in short supply is creativity. 

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