Tickled Pink No. 54

Happy 4th of July! (a little early) I am Tickled Pink to celebrate the U.S.A.! I know I have said I do not like holidays...but this one is an exception. July 4th has always been a favorite! How are you celebrating? Here is the link to the banner **************** We are off to the annual chili cook off at Rook No. 17's place for the 4th. Anyone have a good chili recipe? (You know what I am saying...one...

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DIY! Clever Chalkboard Napkin and Utensil Caddy

I have a little thing for weird objects that I can turn into amazing (at least I think so) projects. I adore those faux Bundt pans (I think) technically I have to call these beauties ring shaped fluted cake pans...because Bundt is a trademarked name!) you see all the time at the thrift store...If they have a cool shape or color I pick them up and use them as "vases" for centerpiece displays and planters....but...

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Paint My Walls, Purdy Please!

As I have mentioned I am in a state of change (and denial) when it comes to life and my house. I have decided the house needs a boost - I color my hair when I need a boost, so I will paint my walls when the house needs a boost! Such an easy way to transform a space.(these curtains need to be retired!) I had hoped that when I showed you my dining room paint, I would also have some gorgeous NEW Roman...

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I'm at Craft Camp!

Skip to My Lou has Craft Camp happening throughout June.There are a ton of great ideas from so many talented bloggers. There is something for everyone! Today I am happy to be one of her campers!Yippeee! (better yet...no bugs at Craft Camp)Want to see my super cute Angels and Monsters in the Garden...go check them out...

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How to Make a Patriotic Star Banner

I am not a big door decor lady, or a big holiday decorator either. I do love wreaths, but that is about it (and heck I only have my screen wreath out anyway)... but after making my birdie welcome banner... I am sold. I love looking at that sweet banner. So, for the 4th I decided to make a U.S.A. banner! ...

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The Buffet...an Entertaining Essential

We entertain a lot....it is not always formal, in fact I am more than happy to make a sweep of the house, throw everything in the laundry room and have good friends over for a game night or a crafting afternoon (sometimes I do freak about cleaning the bathroom). One thing is for sure there is always a lot of scrumptious food!I am really tired of it always on the kitchen counter. I would love a place,...

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Tickled Pink No. 53

Happy Almost-Weekend! Time for Tickled Pink! Sorry about  missing Tickled Pink last week. I was off in Indiana at Delta Faucet and truly forgot what day it was...and maybe, just maybe was having too much fun!That post is coming very soon! What's happening for you this weekend?We are celebrating a big 1-0 Birthday for my son! How did 10 years fly by like that? I know I am not the only busy...

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A Note That Goes Well With S'mores

I have crashed and burned. Whenever I finish a MAJOR project, I always crash and burn for about one week. It is almost like all the things that I could not concentrate on before are all swirling in my head  - AT ONE TIME! I have a gained some much needed perspective in the last couple of months, but I still have a bajillion projects to finish, some super FAB giveaways to get to, and an A-M-A-Z-I-N-G...

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Thanks Dad...Lessons Learned

Happy Father's Day! (this is a repost from,last year..some of you may recognize it!)   Anyway, this is about my Dad! He and I are a lot alike - good and bad. I am pretty sure that is where I get my impatience, my eagerness, and my competitive spirit. My Dad was a police officer for 20+ years. I am proud of that and always was. He worked funky hours, but it was a good life. He was often...

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Playing with Water at Delta Faucet DIY Blogger Event

Well, I just finished the book... And now I am in Indiana at a FABULOUS DIY Blogger event hosted by Delta Faucet Company! I was so very excited to be invited and excited that the nanny (aka Grandma) was available! We will all be playing with water and learning a lot about new innovations and ideas while we are here. Tonight I even had homework - take a backward shower! (more on that...

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