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December 2009

Ribbon Flowers

December 14, 2009

Once the sketchbook and initials were finished, Maude got to work on her gifts for Olive and Betty. Originally, she was thinking legwarmers. But when I showed her the ribbon flower idea I posted last week, she changed her mind. Maude made 3 flowers. One she attached to a ribbon to be worn as a [...]

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Glitter Initials

December 14, 2009

After the sketchbook, we worked on Oscar’s gifts. This was the first year Oscar was really able to make presents for everybody and he was really into it. As a preschooler, he is fairly obsessed with alphabet letters, so we thought this was the perfect idea: Glitter Initials — to be put on a bedroom [...]

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Decoupaged Sketchbook

December 14, 2009

Hello All! I hope you had a wonderful weekend. Ours went too fast. But we started making the sibling gifts over the weekend — which was very exciting. Here’s the link to our 2009 sibling gift plan. The first thing we made? Maude decoupaged a sketchbook for Ralph. (Note: my apologies for the dark photos. [...]

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Small Magazine Winter 2009

December 11, 2009

It’s pretty much guaranteed that your weekend will be full of holiday hustle and bustle. When you’re craving a quiet moment, take a minute to sit and explore the latest issue of Small Magazine. It’s gorgeous. And fun to read. And inspiring. I’ll see you back here on Monday. Share and Enjoy:

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What Grandma Really Wants for Christmas

December 11, 2009

If I was a really good daughter and a really good daughter-in-law, this is what I would be giving my Mothers for Christmas. I’ve posted about Geneartogy before — basically, it’s an easy-to-use, online service that helps you build a beautiful family tree. A ready-to-be-framed presentation. And the site keeps track of your work so [...]

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Fabric Knot Necklace

December 11, 2009

I saw these flowers made from French wired ribbon, and thought of my sister-in-law Liz who has a thing for ruffles. Cute right? You could use them to embellish a necklace or some simple flats. And they look super easy to make. You can find a video how-to here. Share and Enjoy:

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Gift Guide: Darling Things

December 10, 2009

This is a gift guide full of things that could be labeled as darling. For the people in your life that like darling things. Enjoy. T.rufflesPretty prints based on the T.ruffles blog. Professionally hand-dipped onto a premium matte-finished paper.Le Cuffie di GiovanniItalian Knits for little ones. Don’t you love that photo? Sarah JaneSuper cute personalized [...]

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Pregnancy Story from Chelsey Paul

December 10, 2009

Pregnancy for me is something I have always wanted. I love children and have known for quite some time that I would love at least four children. Who knew that each pregnancy would be an adventure in itself? When I became pregnant for the first time I had a blast nesting and just enjoying my [...]

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Pregnancy Story from Jennifer Warner

December 9, 2009

I am days away from birthing my first bundle of joy so my story is more of a pregnancy story or a mommy story: Concrete Things I am believer in concrete things. I am skeptic of ghosts and psychics and sensing things. But sometimes something happens that makes me realize that not everything is black [...]

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Felt Tree How To

December 9, 2009

Does your Christmas decor lean toward the crafty? Then take a look at this how-to for darling felt trees from Thompson Family Life. Share and Enjoy:

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Gift Guide: Original Art

December 8, 2009

Need to give something really special? It’s hard to beat original artwork or fine art prints. Here are some of my favorites in lots of price ranges. 1) Paul FerneyHe’s in the best galleries. His star continues to rise. Consider his artwork an investment. Also. He’s my brother in law. (How lucky am I?)2) Fresh [...]

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Gleena Ceramics

December 8, 2009

I’m pretty much enamoured with these wee tea cups by Gleena Ceramics. Made to order with the letter of your choice. Share and Enjoy:

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Kirtsy Book Party in San Francisco

December 7, 2009

Did I tell you? I’m taking a super quick trip to San Francisco to celebrate the Kirtsy Book at a launch party tomorrow night. Did I tell you you’re invited too? Well, you are. Here’s the info: SF Kirsty Book Party6:00 – 9:00 pmFerney Studios766 Valencia, 2nd FloorSan Francisco(Directions) See the trailer for the book [...]

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Gift Guide: Neat Stuff I’ve Been Meaning to Share

December 7, 2009

Here are 5 neato things that caught my eye in the last month or so. Items that I think would make fantastic gifts: 1) Vintage Motorcycle Jackets at Gasoline CowboysWhat do you think — is your husband cool enough to pull one of these off? 2) Jimi WalletThe wallet for people who hate wallets. Great [...]

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Ask Design Mom — Adjustable Stools

December 7, 2009

It’s Monday. And you may remember that on Mondays, I’ve pledged to post Ask-Design-Mom Questions. The first question is actually my own. I’m putting it out there to you. Because you are clearly brilliant and resourceful. Here’s the question. With a little explanation first. I need 8 adjustable stools. I have a budget of $50/stool [...]

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Christmas Clothes 2009

December 7, 2009

Don’t you love seeing your kids all dolled up for Christmas? The girls dresses each had fun stuff at the hem or lining. So festive. The gorgeous pillow covers are by One Thread Fair Trade, available at Cambria Cove. Share and Enjoy:

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Holiday Giveaway #17 — Cricut

December 4, 2009

This is it, Dear Readers. The final Giveaway in the 2009 version of Holiday Giveaway Week. And it’s big. And I think you will love it. It’s sponsored by Cricut (a tool that I love). You could win a Cricut Expression — which retails for $349.99. Plus more. The Cricut Expression includes a cartridge. But. [...]

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Holiday Giveaway #16 — Made By Liz

December 4, 2009

Giveaway #16 is the second to last. The penultimate. Also it’s gorgeous. The Giveaway is sponsored by Liz Law and the winner will receive a “Royalty” necklace from Liz’s collection. And wearing it will absolutely make you feel like a queen. The Queen Bee of December. It’s one of Liz’s most popular items and it [...]

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Holiday Giveaway #15 — Shade Clothing

December 4, 2009

Giveaway fifteen is sponsored by Shade Clothing. They are offering a $180 wardrobe of well-designed basics. The perfect sort of pieces for laying on great winter accessories and pretty jewelry. Stuff you can dress up or dress down. The winner will receive: – A Dolman Dress- A Polished 3/4 Sleeve- A Straight Skirt- A Crewneck [...]

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Holiday Giveaway #14 — Kistner Supply

December 4, 2009

The fourteenth Giveaway is sponsored by Kistner Supply. This lovely company is offering a Mother Stork’s Baby Book with handmade gift bag and 2 extra packets of photo corners — a $150 value. Yay! This baby book has a pretty great story. Basically, the Kistner Supply founder discovered her Grandmother’s baby book, filled in by [...]

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