Tickled Pink No. 15 with a Hop

What does it mean to be Tickled Pink?

"...it's the figurative sense of the word that means 'to give pleasure or gratify'.

The tickling pink concept is of enjoyment great enough

to make the recipient glow with pleasure ."

-The Phrase  Finder

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I am tickled pink  because...
B'day party season is over at my house!!!! YEAH!!!!!

My parents visit was FAB...and my porch is done.

My kitchen is done...sort of... there are

a few stylistic details to attend to.

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I was honored...flabbergasted really, when Malia of Yesterday on Tuesday asked me for an interview as part of her "Behind the Blog" feature...Really...I am not very exciting...or maybe I am...why don't you go visit her blog and read all about me {WOW! I am sounding narcissistic these days!}. Malia will be posting these features each week...it is a great opportunity to meet some new bloggers or learn more about some "old" bloggy friends. AND check out Malia's blog...L-O-V-E it! I have featured a few of her projects on Tickled Pink...she is one brilliant lady!

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Now, it is time for Tickled Pink No. 15!
{sorry these posts are so long...I get carried away!}
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Don't be shy! 
Nominate a  product/person/idea/recipe/your own blog to be featured, 
click HERE or simply email me! 

It is cool  to nominate yourself! I am only one person and blogland is ginormous... 

I would love your input...I know there are amazing finds out there that I have not seen!

NOW...Link up...

a craft...a recipe...a tip...a party...a short  story...a poem...a fashion find...
a  favorite product...your favorite post...whatever makes your blog  fabulous.
You get the idea, right?


Guess what? You post does not have to be PINK!!
This day is about stuff we {heart}  from our own blogs or from others.


I am also adding a "I've Been Tickled Pink" Button
for those who have been featured and want to put it on their blog.
Click HERE for the featured button.
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NOW...on to BUSINESS! 

serious cookin'
crafter's block
ready made stole my heart!
waste reduction
artichoke bundt cake!
christmas is coming

SPOTLIGHT
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serious cookin' from Mommie Cooks!

I love to cook {I used to hate it}. Unfortunately I tend get in a rut...well, Julie at Mommie Cooks has such amazing recipes, I may never have to think about what I am making again...I'll just follow her lead. I am thoroughly impressed with all of her recipes...she has great photos of all the ingredients and well thought out recipes...and FABULOUS photos too!
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While I am semi-vegetarian right now {that means I will eat meat, sometimes}, the rest of the family LOVES their chicken. The Roasted Lemon Tarragon Chicken was a hit at my house when I made it! Just go over there are take a peek at how gorgeous (yes, I called a chicken gorgeous} it looks!

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What else do we love do we love around here...BREAD! If you want to create a real live growing monster in your frig too {It won't eat you...go read the post to understand that one!}, check out her recipe for Bread Boule! 
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What is dinner without dessert? Not complete, I say! Julie has a wonderful recipe for the perfect summertime treat...Black and Blue Sorbet!

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I am always impressed at the offerings Julie has over on her blog. I have printed out so many of her recipes...and am working my way through them! You may also enjoy her posts form the Daring Bakers Challenge! Check out this one on Nut Butters!
Go visit Mommie Cooks and get moving in the kitchen!
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crafter's block at Swainston Vinyl and Design

I am just getting used to crafting with vinyl, but his lady know how to rock it! Check out this rockin' set of knarley rock star blocks for your little {or big} musician!
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As many of you know, I am a beach girl! So of course I think these Surf's Up block are totally tubular {yes, I am also a product of the Valley Girl generation...although I never lived in "the valley."

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I love seeing how creative you can be with vinyl! Vinyl makes such a great statement!
Here are a couple of other projects that are super fab!

How FABULOUS are the stars on the floor!

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Ready Made Magazine has stolen my heart!
Have you seen this magazine...I LOVE it! It is the bomb! It rocks! Can you tell I love it. It is unique and amazing - tutorials, ideas, tips and hints for the creative, and crafty, and every day! Go check out Ready Made...they are having great deals on subscriptions!

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 waste reduction

A few weeks ago I was reading the newspaper and saw an article about the blog Zero Waste Home. I think I am doing great with my recycling and reducing of waste until I read this blog. There are some amazing ideas about a woman and family who are truly and deeply committed to reducing their waste. 
This blog is not one I had ever visited before, or someone I have a bloggy relationship with, but I think the info on this blog is really important and can teach us all a few things!
Go peruse it yourself.
I enjoyed the post on Home Cleanliness Standards 
and for summer time some really interesting info on airline travel. 
You may also be really interested to see what was in the trash bin...not much!
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GUESS WHAT I FOUND?????
NO, NOT THE RECIPE FOR MY COVETED ARTICHOKE CUPCAKES...BUT PERHAPS THE NEXT BEST...OR MAYBE A BETTER THING....ARTICHOKE BUNDT CAKES!
Check out Thistle Be Fun for the recipe.

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christmas is coming!
Go check out The Answer is Chocolate.
She is hosting a Christmas {and other holiday...like Halloween} linky party starting Friday 7/16! It is never too early to start planning. Check out her cute stocking and get some other great ideas! 

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SPOTLIGHT  

YOU ARE MAKING THIS DIFFICULT! IN A GOOD WAY!

When I began Tickled Pink, I had no intention of doing a linky and featuring participants. I am glad I changed my mind...but man here is so much good stuff on this linky! I have a hard time choosing...I am trying to give everyone their spotlight...
certain things catch my eye at certain times!
A big huge-a-licious THANK YOU for all who have participated and visited and picked up the blog hop on their blogs. I  am so enjoying visiting your links and seeing what Tickles You Pink! Who will be in the SPOTLIGHT next week?  

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Cheap Chic Home's FABULOUS tray! I am making one of these!

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Wasabi Mommy's edible flowers!

I admit, I have never tried this, but they are gorgeous and I want to try them!

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A Top Secret Birthday Party from a Latte' with Ott, A

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Transformed outdoor space from Aventine Hill Bath Emporium Wellness Blog.
I want to be there NOW!

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Flamingo Toes lace and pearl necklace...one can never have too many pearls! 

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Who won last week's giveaway....drum roll please.....
Everyday Mom Ideas
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This week's giveaway is:
The Healthy Home Workbook: Easy Steps for Eco-Friendly Living

Hope it tickles you pink! 

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There is ONE way to enter! 

--Entry No. 1 {required}: 

*You need to be a follower of 504 Main {some of you may want to double-check if you are tyring to enter} AND

*You need to leave a relevant comment about at least one feature!!!!

Contest begins on 7/15/10 and closes Thursday, 7/22/10 at 11:59 p.m. EST 
The  winner will be announced on Friday 7/23/10.

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Hi all! Crazy days here...what's new!

I am visiting your links, but due to extenuating circumstance, my commenting is lagging...sorry! I know everyone is super busy right now!

Thanks for taking the time to link up!