Treasures for Tots has a great tutorial for felt Pop-Tarts!
Felt Bow Tie Pasta
In less than 5 minutes, I made 24 pieces of pasta. Super easy and I can't wait to see how they hold up against a two and half year old!
Cut a 1.5" felt rectangle. Trim edges with pinking shears.
Pinch felt and glue (or sew) together in the middle to form the shape.
More felt food to come...
Candy Cane Chocolate Hearts
Create a super easy treat using left over holiday candy canes!
Unwrap your candies and lay them out on parchment paper in the shape of hearts.
Melt chocolate.
Snap a shot of your adorable assistant.
Spoon the chocolate into the hearts. Be sure to get every nook. We opted to use colored sprinkles we had on-hand but I would've loved to top these with silver dragees.Hangover Kit
If you are hosting a New Year's Eve party, these hangover kits from Hip Hostess would make an adorable favor to pass out as guests head home! They will thank you greatly in the morning!
Coffee Mug Gingerbread House
Simply brilliant! Check out the coffee mug gingerbread house tutorial over at Not Martha.
Charlie Bear has arrived
We started out last Saturday going to breakfast at Pancake Circus on Broadway, in the rain no less. Not only was it a big day for the family, with Charlie's pickup within hours, but little Cora sat in a big girl booster/highchair while we ate breakfast.
We took our time driving to Lodi and when we arrived too early we stopped at Starbucks. We were all so excited to pick up Charlie. We made the short drive from downtown Lodi out into the country where the breeder is located.
We arrived and when we were introduced to the puppies Scott fell in love with the biggest most "rotund" of the two male puppies. Charlie got a bath as we visited the other puppies and gathered our things. It was a fun car ride home for me because I was lucky enough to have the sweet little puppy on my lap.
The girls have fallen in love with Charlie and he is fitting into our family quite well. He's doing well with his training that Scott has been working on. He goes to work with Scotty everyday so he can be trained well and constantly. This puppy stage doesn't last long and we're loving and hating every minute of it. He's so sweet and soft and cuddly but at the same time mischevious and untrained.
Please enjoy a few pics of
Modern Advent Calendar
Get a modern advent calendar from Mibo. Ok so it's too late to use this year, but I can't wait to make them next year and mail to friends.Printable Christmas Tags
Orange You Lucky has an whimsical set.
Mushy's tags are perfect the little ones gifts
Sweet Jessie's vintage tags reminds me of my childhood
Modern red and turquoise (love the color combo) from Paper Crave
Mushy's tags are perfect the little ones gifts
Sweet Jessie's vintage tags reminds me of my childhood
Modern red and turquoise (love the color combo) from Paper CraveEat Drink Chic has a delightful jumbo gift tag
A personalized message from Santa Claus
I found a super cute site called Portable North Pole. You answer a few fun questions about your child like name, age, state, something they have been good at all year and a gift they will be receiving for Christmas. Next upload a photo of him/her and the site puts together a personalized video from Santa.
My daughter was delighted (and shocked) when she saw Santa had a photo of her in his book. We've watched the video numerous times (seriously at least 10 times just today alone).
Click here to make you own video.
Christmas Tree Ribbon Tee
Super sweet holiday tee! Get the details at Just a Betty trying to be a Martha. My daughter and I will be making her version of this tee this week. I can't wait to see how it turns out!
Holiday Cookie Exchange
Every year I host a cookie exchange. So in my quest to create something new and fabulous, I stumbled across Eleni's. Oh my goodness! I've died and gone to cookie heaven. These cookies are works of art and I think I'd feel guilty actually eating one of these beauties.
Do you have a favorite holiday cookie? A recipe you'd like to share?
It's Finally Here!
I'm so excited to be participating in Ucreate's Holiday Boutique. You don't have to scour for a parking spot or fight the crowds at the mall. Shop from the comfort of your home. Each shop is offering a fantastic discount. Go HERE and check out the coolest vendors for all of your holiday shopping! And be sure to check out yours truly, Social Butterflies.Social Butterflies Boutique Discounts:
-15% discount when customers enter "UCREATE" at checkout (excludes shipping)
-Buy 4 items get 5th free (equal or lesser value)
{Discounts and free items will be refunded through Paypal.}
-15% discount when customers enter "UCREATE" at checkout (excludes shipping)
-Buy 4 items get 5th free (equal or lesser value)
{Discounts and free items will be refunded through Paypal.}
Wool Felt Flower
So cute! I've always wondered how to make flower petals. Check out A Hoot & A Holler for a great tutorial.
Pinwheel Hair Pins
Check out Little Jenny Wren for this pinwheel bobby pin tutorial. Adorable! Imagine all the possibilities with your favorite fabrics.
Gobble ~ Gobble
A modern twist to the Thanksgiving hand turkey! My daughter and I made this tonight and we had so much fun! I'm in awe of how it turned out and I can't wait for her to show it off to our family on Thanksgiving! Woohoo! We used the tutorial from Treasures For Tots as our guide.
Vintage Labels
Upcycle some cans with vintage labels to create some very pretty vases! Papier Valise has a nice tutorial and this Flickr Set has an incredible array of labels. I'm planning way ahead and already thinking of a great Father's Day project using the Dad's Rootbeer label.
Our newest addition
We are very excited to be picking up Charlie in four weeks. He is a male chocolate labrodor that will be the perfect addition to our family. Scott definitely needs some extra testosterone in the house since he is outnumbered with us girls. Charlie will be the perfect Christmas present for Hattie who is obsessed with dogs, puppies, and anything woof woof.
Gorgeous Flower and Pearl Necklace
I have been eyeing a stunning necklace from Anthropologie. So I gasped when I found a tutorial for the same necklace over at Infarrantly Creative. I have 3 strands of pearls that I've been holding onto for the perfect project... Doesn't get more perfect than this ladylike necklace!
Felt Animal Cookies
Create adorable felt animal cookies with Lit'l Brown Bird's Passion. Click here for patterns and tutorial.
Snowman Kit: Just Add Snow
I'm a California girl through and through (only touching snow twice in my life!). So I'm always envious when friends and family send holiday photos playing the snow. Wouldn't this snowman kit be a cute gift for a child who will be building his/hers first snowman? And it can be re-used for years to come. Details at Make It Do
Wheat Pillows
These gorgeous pillows are perfect Fall accessories. You won't believe how simple they are to make with some muslin, spray paint and freezer paper . Head over to V and Co for the tutorial.
Printable Thanksgiving Collection
Last night the husband asked me if this year we could host Thanksgiving at our home. I took a deep breathe and softly mumbled "yes, of course". Then my mind started running wild with a bazillion (yes that many!) ideas. Food? Decorations? Where to fit everyone? Oh boy!Fortunately, the wonderful people over at Paper & Cake are celebrating their one year anniversary with a printable Thanksgiving collection. The collection includes menu, place cards, favor box, invitation, recipe card and more! Available at Tangarang.
Coconut Chocolate Tarts
Ultra easy coconut chocolate tarts that only uses 5 ingredients... Yes please! Go here for the recipe
New Blog
So I decided to create an entirely seperate blog for crafts and jewel updates. That way I can have two distinct blogs each with their own devotion. Just click on the title "New Blog" to check it out!
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