Features

We had some wonderful projects linked up at last week's

{I Made This} Party!!

Thanks to everyone who linked up!

Here are a few of my favorites...

This library tote is adorable. I can't help but sing the words in my head...

Love and Laundry

This swim cover up is a GREAT Victoria's Secret look-alike. and...it's no sew!

Watch Out for the Woestmans

My cloth diaper loving heart just loves this duo. You MUST check out her post to see something special inside the diaper!

Simply Homemade

Every week there is something cuter and cuter from the girls at Uncommon Designs! These beach cupcakes are no exception...

Uncommon Designs

Grab a "Featured" button crafty friends!

Come back Wednesday night at 10:00pm to link up your favorite projects so we can see what YOU have been working on this week!

{I Made This} Features

We had some amazing projects linked up last week!

Here are a few of my favorites....

The teal chevron in this tray is sooo pretty!

The Happier Homemaker

I love how the crocheted flowers on this dress add color AND texture.

Howling at the Moon

How girly is this skirt??  These ruffles are adorable.

WeeShare

I almost squeeled when I saw this! What a transformation!!

Blue, bootcut jeans to PINK skinnies!!

The Little Giggler

Come back tonight at 10:00pm to start this weeks party!!

Will the most clicked link from last week be YOU?

I Made This {Features}

Thanks to everyone who linked up at last week's {I Made This} Party! We had over 50 crafty ideas linked up for us to enjoy!

Here are some of my favorites....

(and your favorites too, judging by the click count!)

This is an adorable teacher gift! Lots of pockets to hold your "stuff"!

The Creative Imperative

How surprised would your little one be to open their lunch and find a sweet note on their food???

Stars and Sunshine

Natalie put together some colorful and *yummy* gifts for teachers! They're packed with lemonade! And the printable tag is available on her site.

Johnny in a Dress

I love a good knock-off. This Pottery Barn inspired pillow looks great, and makes me really look forward to the beach.

Twigg Studios

I hope you'll all join us at 10:00 tonight to start this week's

{I Made This} party!

See you soon

Winners and Features!

I am SERIOUSLY behind with these! I took a little "stay-cation" from work this week, so my head has been totally focused on my sweet baby girl and Hubby. Nothing wrong with that I guess!

The winners of the Pattern Bundle giveaway are....

Sugar Mama's Sweet Bowtique

and

Jen the Crafting Fiend

I will be e-mailing you ladies shortly about which patterns you want!!

And NOW for the features from last week's

 "I Made This" party....

I Love this border print fabric dress! That print is just so sweet.

A Stitching Stone

Ya'll know I'm a sucker for a burlap wreath. The pleats in this one is so unique.

Mejia Mamma

Maybe something like this laundry room schedule would help me get out from my pile of dirty clothes...

The Happy Scraps

The end of the year is almost here! How cute is this end of the year ice cream social for teachers??

Uncommon Design

Thanks so much for linking up!

Make sure you grab a featured button

Crafty Friends!!

Tonight's "I Made This" party starts at 10:00 pm.

See you then!

I Made This Features

Here are some of my favorite links from last week's "I MADE THIS" party!

Thanks to everyone who linked up.

There were some seriously awesome entries!!

I'm always attracted to sewing projects, because they are my favorite to DO for me, so this week I'm showing some love to some no-sew projects!! These are fabulous!

I fell in love when I saw these boutineers! They would be perfect for a rustic, outdoor wedding.

Little Becky Homecky

I am always, always a fan of Anthropologie knock-offs!! This one is done beautifully...and inexpensively!

Artzy Creations

Here is a quick and easy recipe for a DIY sugar scrub! With summer time coming up, it's time to show off some skin!

A Mom and Her Littles

Finally, this no-sew bunting necklace is darling! It would be a great way to make your favorite fabric scraps wearable.

Twigg Studios

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I hope you'll all come back and join the fun again this week, starting at 10:00pm Wednesday night!

psssst...scroll down for the Pattern Giveaway!!!!

"I Made This" Features

So I meant to have this up yesterday....whoops! It's been a super busy weekend for us. Better late than never right?? Thanks to everyone who linked up for our first "I Made This" linky party! There were some wonderful projects and ideas linked up. Make sure you check them all out.

Here are a few of my favorites!!

A sweet little fold-over clutch from the Little Giggler. I love her fabric choices.

The Little Giggler

This knock-off pillow is fabulous. And she got her son to help with the design!

Sew Passionate

I never would have thought the kids helped with this one. I need to give Gray some crayons!

The Inspired Momma

How cute is this twisted bubble skirt? What a neat variation on a new classic.

EmmyLouBeeDoo

And the most viewed link of the week was.....

This Swing Dress pattern and tutorial!! I love the ruffle on the front.

The Crafting Fiend

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I hope you'll all come back and invite your friends to this week's party! 

It starts Wednesday night at 10:00.

Grab a party button from the sidebar, or add it to your party list as a reminder!

See you then!

Featured Projects

Yesterday, I co-hosted {Wow Me Wednesday} with Ginger from Gingersnap Crafts, along with 19 other wonderfully crafty blogging ladies.

Here are some of my favorite links from yesterday's

{Wow Me Wednesday} link up.

The driftwood finish on this coffee table turned out amazing., Their table top decor is so pretty and relaxing too!

Herballistic Garden

I LOVE the giant bow on this baby skirt. This one is made from two fat quarters, but could easily be made in a larger size!

This Big Oak Tree

I am Oh So Jealous of all of this fabric! It looks so pretty and organized, and Adrienne shows you how to make your own mini-bolts.

Freetime Frolics

I need these plates!!!! Kelly shows us how to make them...for CHEAP. Now if I could only find a friend willing to make mine with pretty handwriting.

(my handwriting is not what you would call "attractive")

Eclectically Vintage

Grab a featured button Crafty Friends!!

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/62482431@N08/6333113711/" title="Featured Button by GritsandGiggles, on Flickr"><img alt="Featured Button" height="150px" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6118/6333113711_d7d9f7c0d5_m.jpg" width="150px" <br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks to everyone who linked up their projects yesterday! So far there have been over 550 entries. WOW! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;">I have been thinking for a while about doing a linky party....</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;">what do ya'll think?? Will you join in? </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div>