2010 ROCKED the Creativity! The Best of Tickled Pink! Part 5...WHEW!

Well, I am on he final roudnup and getting ready to post the linky. I originally intended to break this up into categories...but well, I will be honest I have ran out of time. I have spent time with family and friends rather than the computer this week! 

So, I am sorry, this is LONG!

Here's the recap!
Part 1 is BLOG Info
Part 2 is Causes
Part 3A is Cool Ideas
Part 3B is Inspiration 

Part 4 is In The Kitchen

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Picnic Perfection from Lisa at Moore Minutes. This charming summertime picnic has so many amazing details that is can be inspiration for an entire party or event as well. You MUST go see this amazing spread and take in all the detail and care Lisa put into this picnic.

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The Antonio Treatment ran on HGTV after one of my favorite shows, Design Star. I LOVE this show! And, well, I love Antonio - yeah, I like a bad boy {didn't marry one though!}...I think he is dreamy {in a tattooed designing dude way}. He won me over with his Bright pink painted birds last season...

 {photo above from HGTV}

...and then he painted a room purple {I have a purple living room!}, and well, on his new show, let's just say I cannot wait for more of him...I mean his designs.

Check out this wall of reclaimed wood! I have watched this part of the show at least 4 times. You will be seeing this in my house, my garden, anywhere I can sneak it is. L-O-V-E! Sorry for the photo quality - I could not find one photo online, so I took photos of my TV - I felt so 13 again! Now I need to go record some songs from the radio and try to sing them.

{above photos from my TV...of The Antonio Treatment}

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You must go visit Bubblin' Over. Claudie's blog is like a fairytale all full of pink sparkly goodness...and this woman is one of the most thoughtful visitors you will ever meet!

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Kirsty Girl's Paintings!

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Malia at Yesterday on Tuesday created this patriotic photo prop.

I had to share it. I seriously think I am doing this for the 4th!

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Words on Wheels who in the spirit of kitchen demolition {something I can relate to!} made this fabulous tray out of the old doors!

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How About Orange is brilliant and she makes gift bags made from newspaper! 

Easy and unique and FAB! 

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Clever, clever, clever! Paisley Passions upside down shelf is awesome.

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Who doesn't love a lollipop. Thanks to Bird Crafts for the tutorial on how to make one!

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 Gorgeous, better-than-designer bag from La Maison Reid.

I am making one. She has a great tutorial! 

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A gorgeous work of art in the form of a sofa throw from The Wonders of Doing.

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Fun way to fancy up a bracelet or necklace from Creative Mind.

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A kitchen sink craft (I need to do one of these).

Look at this adorable vintage flashcard banner from Yesterday on Tuesday!

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I am needing {to make?} this Paisley Rebirth necklace!

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I store everything in Mason Jars. I love them.

Girl In Air has a really great tutorial on making them into soap dispensers.

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A very cool Alfred Hitchcock inspired table from The Autocrat

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Totally cool and slightly creepy pumpkins from Fine Fettle

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Fun way to fancy up a bracelet or necklace from Creative Mind.

************************************************************  SHUT THE DOOR!-What Allie's Making Now made these boots...from scratch.

IMPRESSED 

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Don;t ya just love getting something with your initials on it.

Check out these cards from Funky Mom Cards.

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Candle holder redo complete with tea cups...it is thriftastical from The Thrifty Groove.

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I know we are moving into Christmas, but this is an idea

not to be missed from What Allie's Making Now

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This idea is super fun...I have a soft spot for VW's, from Made at Greenlodge

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I really want to crochet. Look at these cuties from My Crazy Simple Life!

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I love the technique Lisa at The Pursuit of Happiness uses on this project...and I love the final product

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My Repurposed Life has some serious skills! Check her DIY island top!

I am dreaming of one for myself.

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This necklace is screaming my name. A book Page necklace from Mandipidy

 

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Postmark stocking from Mandipidy

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Tree decorating with florals at Cheri Quite Contrary

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Big Bear's Wife made some seriously cute snow jars!

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These ideas repurpose items - LOVE IT!

Vintage-style tea light Holders from Modern Country Style

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Calamity Anne's Adventures was reading my mind.
My friend and I were just discussing these little houses

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Beautiful Faberge Beaded Eggs - it's a tutorial!
From Susie's Artsy-Craftsy Sitcom

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 A Diamond in the Stuff has a great use for a tomato cage -  a card holder!

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 Track the years with this photo stocking from Cleverly Inspired.

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Sparkle is always good. Not Just Paper and Glue shows us how to add sparkle to a bow!

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Pottery Barn Inspired Ornament advent calendar from Hallelujahs by Holly

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Gorgeous book page ornament from House Revivals!

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Red Heads Craft More Fun made this amazing Rattan tree topper!

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Super cute snowman PJ's at Harrigan Howdy!

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Primitive and Proper super fabulous table redo

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Speaking of organization...

Welcome Sunshine Home did an amazing job organizing her ribbon and wrapping.

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A Little Bit of Everything is just how I like it!

Oh yeah, I am in love with this ribbon holder idea.

I am trying very hard to get my crafts organized. I see this in my future! 

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 I am dying for this pillow. I have always loved this technique

and Atelier Caroline has it done right!

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Can you ever brag enough about your kiddos...

Take a peek at this brag book from Katie's Nesting Spot.

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Super Cute Homemade Minnie Mouse (can you ever get enough of the mouse...don't answer that!) costume from Mine for the Making. See the final product {HERE}

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I want to be laying right there taking a nap! Thanks Modern Country Style...gorgeous!
Check out the full master bedroom reveal here!

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I LOVE sweaters...that is all I used to wear (even in So. Cal!) Cristina's Adventures has a twist on the sweater...it is art!

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Fun and Fab Christmas trees from Emerald Cove.

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Homemade seed packets from Life is a Party!

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Beautiful necklace from Keefer Style Creations 

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Paper weaving art from Can't Stop Making Things

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AWESOME Chandelier from The Little Apartment.
I really must try this.

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Have you seen these pillow...AWESOME!
Michele at The Scrap Shoppe has outdone herself!

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Shoe flare {LOVE IT!} from from the Nato's

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I love repurposing, recycling, make something old new or better...
and Kelley's at Kelley's Family Jewels motto of
"Just do it. Get out a saw and try it.
What's the worst that can happen?"

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 Great decorating tip from BJ at Sweet Nothings!

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My kiddo makes everything into a baby bed...I see a Christmas present in my future here with this sweet moses basket from Clever Faeries 

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I am getting ready to play with fire myself,
but I LOVE what The Answer is Chocolate has done...gorgeous!

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Even your organizers should look FAB! And they do at 5 Minutes Just for Me.

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The first flash of brilliance I encountered at Emerald Cove was this hutch reveal...I tell you, I wanted to drive up there and steal it in the middle of the night...
it is fabulous...{will you come paint mine?}

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Decorating with books is essential in my home...

The Gathering Place has a fun twist to it.

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Buttons are one of may many weaknesses.

Checkout The Scrap Shoppe's button bib necklace!

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How much do I adore silhouettes!

Little Apartment on the Prairie has a fun take on them!

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Sandy of Sandy's Space is a somewhat new read for me,

but "Oh my!" does she have amazing talents!

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Fabulous idea for a ruffled number shirt from Sumo's Sweet Stuff!
What a fun way to celebrate a birthday...or any day!

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Craftopotamus upcycled messenger bag

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Fabulous painted pumpkins from Calamity Anne! Great tutorial too!

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She has done it again! Lisa from Moore Minutes has this great idea for Vacation Jars. I think this is brilliant...we always have tons to little chotchke's...now I know a GREAT way to store them.

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I am all about the Ampersand! Love them and so does Karie's Chic Creations.

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You better watch out, you better not pout, you better not cry,

because Christmas is coming! Some crafty peeps, like Elizabeth at Twelve Crafts Till Christmas are ambitious in their ways are are going to craft their way to the holidays!

But do not fret if you are not crafty {or do not celebrate Christmas!},

there is a lot more GREAT stuff over there

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Great repurpose with a great video and

pictorial tutorial to match from i.craft@BeeWise.

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Great piece of art from a cabinet door at The Answer is Chocolate.

She is busting her stash - I SO NEED to do that!

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Chalkboards are for adults too..Lambaround and her Sexy Nerd prove it!

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A FABULOUS re-purpose  - clock to jewelry holder-
from My Shabby Chateau!

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What a great technique from Christine and Co.!

You have to check it out to really appreciate the effect.

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OK...the linky is coming!