Ouch!

While doing some yard work...I managed to get in the way of the falling clock that we have in our back yard.

I decided to do a little bit of springtime crafting. I have a hard time getting excited to decorate in pastels, which is usually what springtime decor is all about. So, I switched it up a little and I think I could get away with leaving these little beauties up year round.

I bought the plastic Easter eggs from the dollar store. I got three different sizes to make it more interesting. Then, I found different things around the house to Mod Podge onto the eggs. I ended up using several different types of supplies. Pages from an old book, scrap booking paper, and lace. I also got out my hot glue gun and glued dried beans and craft twine onto some of the eggs.(Kind of time consuming, but easy.)

The best thing about the project was that it was super inexpensive to make. So, here's the finished project...

Shop Is Open SOON.

I've been selling my hair accessories at the salon that I work at...Kutting Edge Salon & Spa. I will be opening my etsy shop back up by the end of January. Keep your eyes open!

Where Did The Summer GO!?

Sorry for my absents. I couldn't seem to keep up with the events that took place this summer.
Wow! Summer seemed to be a whirlwind that was here and gone in a hurry. I'll keep it short and simple...
*June...Kitchen flooded. (Dishwasher is to blame.)
No big deal, right?
Can you say Asbestos?
Apparently it was underneath the sopping wet, flooded hardwood floors. The sub flooring in my house had asbestos in it. We had to hire a company to safely remove the flooring down to the bare bones. Yeah...I could see the ceiling of the basement in my kitchen.
*My son kicked a soccer ball through the kitchen window...ouch!
Time to replace the window anyway, right! lol.
*July...Good News...excuse to remodel!
Don't worry that the floors were only 3 years old and I kinda liked 'em. We had a major mess on our hands!!! What use to be hardwood is now a beautiful tiled kitchen. What use to be a wall that divided the kitchen from the living room...GONE. I now have wide open spaces. A nice new pantry made it's home in place of the wall.
*My son broke his nose while we were on our family vacation. Another OUCH!

I think this is the 1st school year that I have welcomed it with Open Arms. Life seems to be somewhat back to normal for now. (knock on wood.)
Be Back Very Soon.

Thank You!

I entered a give away over at Audrey's Give Away Blog a while ago and....I won this gorgeous necklace from Lilyja. I love my new necklace...Thank You Lily!

Alternative Down Comforter

We've all heard of an "Alternative Down Comforter," right? Apparently so has the Robin that made a nest in my pine tree. The alternative just happens to be cat fur. We have a 15 pound cat named Chloe that unknowingly contributed to this little nest.....ewwwww, sick!

Featured Etsyblogger May 2009

Create A Thought

You're sure to find something that you can relate to in this shop. Here's one of my pick's...

This one is cute too. Life seems to slip by so quickly and I need to remember to "Get Together" with friends and family more often.

Project Ideas

I love these cute necklaces that I found online at Urban Outfitters. I'm thinking of trying to make my own with some of the "doesn't fit me anymore" T-shirts that are in the kids closets.

Anyone ever tried this Up Cycled project? Any tips you wanna share?

Mr. Miyagi, help me!

I have an evergreen in my backyard that hasn't seen a good day for as long as I have call my house "home." I thought I would do a little shaping...you know...make it look like they do in Karate Kid. I'm still working on it... but I think I'll leave much to be desired...lol.


If you're wondering what the "after" looks like...stay tuned. I'll post pictures. (It might be bare naked and starting all over!)

And the Winner is...

#22

Brooke said...
Being a Mother is the greatest gifts! All the hugs, kisses, all the little pictures, and fun little crafts they make up for me! Mother hood is awesome and so rewarding!

Thank you Kristin and have a lovely weekend!

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Thanks for sharing your thoughts on Mother's. Hope every Mom had a terrific day!

Give Away

Mother's Day is on Sunday and I thought it would be fun to reflect on how Mother's Make The World Go Round. Having the wonderful Mother that I do, and being a Mother to 4 fun children...The memories could go on for days. I am so very grateful for my Mom. As I go down the path of motherhood, I have a greater appreciation for the person that My mom is...

The winner of this Give Away will receive this fun Anni Kae Apron.

To enter, simply leave a comment about Mom. It can be anything...a funny memory, a quote about Mothers...or It can be something you've experienced as a Mother. Whatever, just as long as it highlights the importance of Mother's. This Give Away ends on Sunday, May 10th at 8:00 PM. The winner will be selected by Random.Org . Be sure to check back and see if you won.

Tweet Tweet

I started a Twitter account a while back and then did absolutely NOTHING with it. So...the question is...Do you twitter? I'd love to know more about what you think. Do they have a 'button' to put on the side of my blog page? Any other tips you might have, please fill me in. If you want to join, follow, tweet or whatever the Twitter lingo is, here's my link..
Anni Kae Twitter

My Urban Garden

These are the new items I have listed in my shop. I really love the way they turned out.

Fun and Flirty Aprons!

Here's a few pictures of the new Aprons that I made. I'll be taking more photos soon and listing these aprons in my shop.

Treasury...Going to granny's

One of my aprons is being featured in a treasury! Great way to kick off the weekend...hope yours is wonderful as well.

Here's the link...http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list_west.php?room_id=51661

A First For Everything.

Over the weekend I decided to attempt a tunic top for my 9 year old daughter. I have to admit...I didn't ever think I would be a 'Make My Kids Clothes' kind of crafter. After an ugly experiment with making doll clothes I decided..."Leave the clothes to the professional seamstresses,"

Now I have a couple of years of sewing under my belt. I got brave...pulled up my sleeves and started cutting out the pattern.
I'm in love with the fun Amy Butler fabrics!

I've been holding on to these particular fabrics forever...having a hard time cutting into them. Anyone else do this?

I was going to get a picture first thing this morning...but it got chaotic. Here's an after school picture. Hey...if the shirt can hold up through 3 recesses and school lunch...I call it a success!

Signs of Spring at my House

Perfectly Sweet Caramel

CaramelJubileeI ordered the 'UTAH SPECIAL 1/2 Pound Caramel.'


I highly recommend these tasty treats! You deserve some of these mouthwatering caramels...go get yourself some.

CaramelJubilee.etsy.com

Felted Fun

Can I just tell you ...I love felted wool. It's so much fun to play & create with. The texture so soft and yummy. Here's what I came up with...

I think you'll be seeing some of these in the shop very soon.