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Happy Friday Eve and HAPPY THANKSGIVING, Creative Peeps! We focus this day on gratitude for what we have in our lives and among the many people and things for which I am grateful, I am grateful for the gift of creativity and creative people who share their talents at my party each week. If I didn't have a creative outlet, I don't know what I'd do. It's a kinetic energy that has to go somewhere!

I broke my own tradition and started my Christmas decorating this week before Thanksgiving. I stole some time yesterday to do a quick Thanksgiving Craft with these Decorative Candleholders. 

Whether you're hosting or visiting, wishing you a wonderful day. And from here on out...it's full speed ahead to Christmas and Hanukkah! 

Let's take a look at some great ideas for yourselves or as gifts. 

Crushed Glass Art is very popular right now and usually requires resin. The Apple Street Cottage has a wonderful project that doesn't use resin which can be challenging for people sensitive to fumes. Check out her Crushed Glass Christmas Tree tutorial! 

Gingerbread themes are everywhere and Master Pieces of My Life has a fabulous and fun project with this oversized Gingerbread Mug. Perfect to add to your decor for a little whimsy! 

Rae Dunn design remains classic and popular and these candles from Hunny I'm Home DIY are so fun and fresh! 

Sum of Their Stories was gifted old Saris by a friend. I think Saris are so beautiful...I picked up some little drawstring bags at a bead show made from old Saris and love that they can continue their life repurposed. Check out these gorgeous Christmas Ornaments made from Recycled Saris! 

Finally, Steph Creates shared a great upgrade to a Target Wood Sleigh. Fun and festive! 

Thanks to everyone who linked up and again, wishing my American friends a Happy and Joyous Thanksgiving. 

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Happy Friday Eve again already, Creative Peeps. The week blew by quickly and not gonna lie, I'm tired after having my Mom here for a few days after her pacemaker implant last week, then getting her situated back at her place, getting groceries, follow-up appointments, etc. Whine. Whine. Whine. But when you're getting older yourself...I think it's important to be honest with ourselves and not try to be heroes. So self-care and get your rest when you can! PSA: You're no good to anyone if you're laid out yourself! 

So, other than playing around in Procreate (I'll post some more printables soon) I haven't done anything creative this week. Let's take a look at some of the fun Fall inspiration shared at last week's party!

My French Twist shared these festive Tiny Paper Pumpkins, perfect for the season. Easy to make and put everywhere! 

Steph Creates shared this fun Halloween Tabletop Decor. 

Sum of Their Stories has a BRILLIANT way to repurpose an Aran-style sweater into a bag! Perfect if you have one you no longer wear but love or to pickup when out thrifting. 

Finally, Flour on My Face shared these perfect for Fall Pumpkin Spice Cake Pops, perfect as an addition to any dessert table or as takeaway treats for guests!

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

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Happy Friday Eve All. February's been a blur so I'm kinda ready to be moving on to March while at the same time, I can't believe it's almost MARCH?! Since we did a couple of weeks of grocery delivery because we were down with COVID, it was a shock yesterday when we made it back to the grocery store and both paused in confusion seeing all of the Easter stuff! Stuck in a time warp since the last time we were there it was Valentine's everywhere. 

Spring is around the corner and it's fun to see so many Spring and St. Patrick's ideas. Let's take a look.

The Apple Street Cottage shared a pretty and practical idea that we can probably all take advantage with this Upcycled Candle Jar tutorial. 

Organized Home shared thisvery cute Leprechaun Hat idea that would be fun for any St. Patrick's table! 

With Spring approaching, comes Spring cleaning which often includes going through our stash. Like paper, it's hard for me to part with fabric scraps. Sum of Their Stories has a great way to use them to make New Usable Cloth! 

Finally, how cute is this idea from Our Tiny Nest...Leprechaun Bait Chex Mix! The book is a must, too. 

Thanks to all who linked up. I can't wait to see what you've been up to this week! 

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FEBRUARY! Happy new month already. Happy Black History Month, Love Month, Cardiac Awareness Month, Mardi Gras Month and more! It's hard to believe we've already completed a full month of a new year. It's Bead and Gem Show season in Tucson which is HUGE. Numerous venues all over town, each one an experiences. People from all over the world come bringing gems, minerals, and stones also from all over the world. If there is something in this space that you're looking for and can't find it, it doesn't exist. I've been to three venues and going to another today. 

This week I shared a Tiered Tray Valentine's Vignette and a fun Valentine's Shadow Box. 

Valentine's Day is just two weeks away and you've all been busy getting ready. Let's take a look at some of the awesome projects you've shared. 

Master Pieces of My Life shared a collection of beautiful Tablescapes perfect for Valentine's Day!

If you have someone who LOVES reading, then check out these Valentine Heart Bookmarks from Sum of Their Stories. 

Fun a Day has some fabulous Straw Art ideas that are great for kids or adults! 

Finally, how special would someone feel waking up to these Valentine's Biscuits from Walking on Sunshine? Yum!

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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Happy May and Friday Eve! Whew, it's been a week. Came down with a sudden onset fever of 101-102 last weekend. I thought I was for sure headed to urgent care or the ER on Monday when thankfully, I woke up and it had broken. COVID tests were negative and didn't have other symptoms but it left me zapped of ANY energy for two days more. I'm not used to sitting around doing basically nothing but that's exactly the level of energy I've had. Back to about 30% yesterday and a bit more today but blech!

I hope you've all had a MUCH better week. May has definitely brought flowers to lots of the cacti in the desert. The blooms are amazing. And lots going on to start the month.Teacher Appreciation, Cinco de Mayo celebrations, Mother's Day next weekend.

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

This is one to save for next year's "May the Fourth Be With You" fun but was too perfect not to share. Light Saber Cookies from Rose Bakes. What Jedi wouldn't love these?

Speaking of Cactus blooms, this Kissed Cactus card from Paper Seedlings couldn't be more timely or perfect. 

I'm not sure how many generations away we may be from these well work handwritten family recipes going the way of the dodo but while we still have some, this Vintage Recipe Art from Sum of Their Stories is a fabulous way to preserve them! 

Finally, perfect for this weekend since it's Kentucky Derby time, are these Mint Julep Mocktails (easily turned into an adult version with a splash of  Kentucky Borbon) from Me and My Inklings! 

And let's see what you've been up to this week! 

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Happy almost May Day, Friday Eve! I stopped dead in my tracks on Tuesday when I realized it was the 25th and only 8 months until Christmas. When you put it like that, even to yourself, it's a "Yikes" moment. 

Didn't do anything really worth posting this week. I'm going to get started on Mother's Day. Let's jump right into some of the fun ideas shared at last week's party! 

I love how this Farmhouse Basket Makeover from The House on Silverado. It's clean and crisp and allows access to things while looking fresh! 

How cute is this fresh take on a Tic Tac Toe game from 3 Winks Design?! Perfect for playing outdoors or in. 

These Tulip Collage Cards from Sum of Their Stories are a creative and earth-friendly way to share your love and use up scraps and found paper items. So perfect for Spring! 

Finally, how creative are these Alice in Wonderland-inspired Strawberry Mushroom Cookies from Me and My Inklings? Fun for a themed party or just because.

Thank you to everyone who linked up. Your creativity inspires more people than you realize. 

Time to see what everyone's been up to this week! 

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