Nie Nie is coming back!

The wait is almost over! Nie will be back to

blogging tomorrow, Friday 16th. If you do not know

about Nie, read this and more on her blog and

you see why to be excited about her return.

Clearing the Clutter

One of my resolutions from last year that was not successfully accomplished was that of 'Clearing the Clutter'. I am always trying to be organized yet I never feel organized because there is too much clutter (I have too many 'hiding spots'). I have been working on a plan the past few days and look what came in my email box? An email from My Home Ideas about daily tips to clear the clutter. Start now.

Dr. Oz's tips to a Healthier Life

Even if you do not watch Oprah, do yourself a favor and look over this Health Checklist.

Valentine's Craft and Sweets by Martha Stewart

Stop what you are doing right now and go register for a two-week online course at Martha Stewart Living. The are going to show you techniques for creating unique cards, heartfelt gifts, and special treats for your loved ones this Valentine's Day. What a wonderful way to get great ideas and make something for those you love.

Homemade Headbands - a lovely mother daughter craft

My daughter is all into being a girlie-girl (but loves hiking and tools) and looking 'fancy' some days so after we saw this post on Design Mom, we went right to the store and got to crafting. She also had her first slumber party coming and wanted to make one for the birthday girl. Now we are planning another trip to the store and have many design ideas.


In case you were wondering about the sleepover: I made it. barely. little sleep. My baby spent her first night over a friend's house. I missed her so much. So proud of her. Breath deeply Mom.
The headbands were a hit.

Pretty Little Things make me say 'Oh Happy Day'

Have you been to 'Oh Happy Day'? If not, you are a part of only a handful of folks who are not fans-go there right now. At any rate, a few months back, Jordan started the 'Pretty Little Things Club' (PLT). You could either purchase a 6 or 12 month subscription via her Etsy store. Basically, every month, she sends you a pretty little thing. I have had so much fun, bouncing like a little girl on her birthday each time the lovely package comes. Below is the 'PLT' for January.

Silhouette Giveaway at Simple Finds

Be sure to enter to win this Silhouette craft cutter at Simple Finds. Would you finally get that scrapbooking done? I would for sure.

Oprah's BestLife series of Webcasts

Do you need some inspiration getting yourself back into shape? Every show last week was dedicated to 'living your Best Life'. Well, starting this week, she is having a series so five nights of webcasts to address the topic. Go here to register and get started!

Valentine's Cards & Crafts

This year I will have my 4 year old make Valentine's cards for her friends. I have been looking for some ideas and found some great ones. The great part of the butterfly is that you are also giving a piece of candy and we love to go visit our downtown candy store. For my son, maybe we will print some and have him 'sign' them.

My kids, as most, love to do crafts and there is nothing like glue sticks and crinkling up paper so this looks like a great option.

I will be giving my children and hubby some vintage inspired cards-I love the vintage feel. Are you making cards/crafts for to give or put up in your home? If so, what are some of your resources/ideas?

Anthropologie Bedding

The girlie, romantic side of me would love to wake up in this bedding however, my husband would probably feel like he was losing some testosterone.

Things I Enjoy: Cavallini

I love just about anything that Cavallini puts out.

Umbrella

Monday was a very rainy, and windy day here and as I walked in my inadequate weather gear, I was once again reminded how badly I need to buy a sturdy umbrella...unlike the girl in the photo.

Leisure Time Inspiration from Oh Happy Day

Looks at Jordan's lovely gift idea. Although I have a folder with ideas, torn out sheets, menus etc. in them, I like this much better and am going to start working on it.

Homemade Headbands

Isabel and I am going to attempt to make a few of these this week...thank you Design Mom for the crafty inspiration.

Chiffon Dreams by J. Crew

Oh me likey very muchy.....pardon my English but oh J. Crew, please send this to me (in small) and I will wear for a week with a sign that says "Order me from J. Crew"

Happy New Year

May 2009 be wonderful for you! These monkeys made it until almost 11.

The girlies went until 12:30. Did we all have that energy at 4?

Game on!

Isabel and Ben spent quite a bit of time playing Air Hockey before they even noticed the other gifts under the tree.

Christmas Hugs

Isabel and Ben used their own money from their piggy banks to get each other a gift. Isabel made the wrapping paper and starting next year, they will make gifts instead of buying for one another.

Fancy Nancy Cookie Soiree

A twist to making cookies for Santa? Make them the Fancy Nancy way and add sparkle and glitter.

Wrap it up Martha

I was woken by a toddler at 4:30. She is back to sleep but I am not. What to do now? How about wrap the gifts?! I am loving some of the Martha wraps at Michael's.