Do you KiNdLe ?

Hey Everyone!

I hope you all had a great Easter last weekend {with family/friends or both!}. This was my family's first year without all of us.  Most of you know, I helped my middle son move to New York this past October {I'm doing okay - still getting used to it}. Thank goodness for Skype & Tango and all the other video chat apps that we can take advantage of these days.
I'm also glad that he has lots of new friends and even one special girl to spend time with, especially when a day comes up that is traditionally spent with family.  Truth be told, he hasn't had much time to get homesick.  He works really long hours and it seems like someone is always visiting him from Orange County! Amazing how accommodating his 400 sq ft apartment is! Luckily his design background contributes to good use of space.
Okay... I could go on and on about my boys but I won't be "that Mom"...... haha.
New in my shop:  Kindle Cover!  Do you have a Kindle?  I just LOVE mine.  My sweet boys {ooops, here I go again} gave one to me last August as a birthday gift.  I especially like downloading all the free eBooks available.  I will never read everything I've downloaded.  Well, I shouldn't say that because my Kindle can read to me so I can take advantage of my 20-30 min commute to and from work.

Kindle Cover - Back side

Kindle Cover - Front side

Kindle Cover - Close up of button

I made this one with a Michael Miller fabric called Ooh La La.  I think it's so pretty!  I lined the inside with a purple small wale corduroy and two layers of batting.  I took a close up of the hand painted button for the ribbon closure.  On the back where I attached the ribbon, I covered up the stitch rows with a little heart "jewel".  Can never have too much sparkle!

Inside the Kindle Cover

Of course I can make a custom cover.  I know not everyone appreciates flowers and bling and pink and sparkle as much as I do  :-)

Until Next Time,

Sew It All

Hey Everyone!
I have to share this awesome page/link with you.  It's from Sew It All.  The episode I'm linking is for a quick summer project.  A maxi dress with shirring on the bodice.  And, as they mention, if you do not like sleeve-less, you can easily add straps.  I just love this!  I'm going to give this technique a try and then make a maxi dress.  Hope you enjoy.

Episode 301

Until Next Time,

So Creative!

Hey Everyone!
I have stumbled upon such a creative site and I just have to share it with you. It's called Stampington & Company.  I have gone completely overboard "pinning" their DIY projects.  Even though they specialize in stamps {every stamp imaginable!}, it's not just about stamps.  Spend a few minutes and you'll see how easy it is to be totally inspired.
I love to reuse items if I'm able...and if I don't have to take up lots of space to store the items until I'm ready to reuse them.  Here is a quick & adorable way to reuse the little tins that breath mints come in.

Re-Purpose breath mint tins {as seen at Stampington & Co.}

 

 

I hope you get a chance to check them out ~ you won't be disappointed!  

Do you "Pin" ?  It took me a while to hop on that train but now, I'm crazy obsessed with it.  I love the idea of having all things I think are beautiful, in one place.  It's my happy place for sure.  One look at my boards and I can't help but smile :-)
If you need an invite, I'm happy to send you one. 
Stop by and see me at my Pinterest page! 
Until Next Time, 

Some Words of Wisdom... at least I think so!

Hey Everyone!
Ooooooh, another long gap since last post - hopefully this awesome article will make up for it.
My oldest son shared this, saying it's every theory in life that he has, all wrapped up in one article.  Curiosity was killing me and I couldn't wait to read this.  I was not disappointed!  The author is so right on {of course I agree with each point he makes}.  
I feel sorry for people that can't take responsibility for themselves.  As an adult, how long can you blame your childhood or a person/event or whatever, for your unhappiness?  There comes a time when you just have to step up and grow up. That's when you really find your happiness  :-)
It's not too long, Check this out!!
Until Next Time,

Free Again!

Hey Everyone,
I noticed another free e-book/DIY Totorial tonight.  If you like it you have to act fast! Just follow    This link right here and you'll be taken to one of my favorite blogs:The Frugal Girls.
Lots of great deals here! I'm especially interested in the Kindle Cover.  You can't have too many, you know.

Photo & DIY, courtesy of "Homework" blog

 I hope you have time to notice the other free Kindle books when you visit the link above.  

Thanks for checking it out.
Until Nest Time,


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Something For Free!

Hey Everyone!
Do you have a Kindle?  I LOVE, love mine!  My sweet Boys all chipped in and gave me one for my  Birthday this past summer.  Well, there are lots of sites that offer FREE Kindle books.   Amazon is one.    Currently,   If you click here,  you'll go to Restaurant Favorites Homemade, Eating your Favorites at Half the Cost.  Right now it's free, but you have to Hurry!  It will go back to it's original price soon....    Just wanted to share with you.

UPDATE:  No longer free, unless you have Amazon prime. Gotta be a fast clicker to take advantage of these specials!!

Until Next Time,