I want to knit this infinity scarf (@ tentenknits)

This hearty beef stew looks like a great recipe to make in my slow cooker (@ Jolly Mom)

This is a great step-by-step tutorial on drawing a turkey (@ Art Projects for Kids)

I had no idea how easy it could be to make homemade butter (@ Down to Earth)

When the holiday knitting is done, I plan to knit for this cause (@ my happy little life)

This make-ahead turkey idea will make Thanksgiving so much easier for families (@ The Finer Things in Life)

These framed silhouette words are beautiful (@ Crafty Nest)

This Christmas tree wall decoration would be a fun project to do with the kids (@ Craft Projects)

I bet my kiddos would love these banana cinnamon waffles (@ Jersey Girl Cooks)

These Oreo Cupcakes look like a yummy treat (@ The Idea Room)

I really like this DIY leaf mobile (@ design sponge)

This roast turkey tutorial will be helpful for Thanksgiving (@ Home Ec 101)

I adore these homemade party hats (@ Prudent Baby)

I like this festive idea for decorating the family photos for a birthday party (@ ohdeedoh)

These velcro catch balls would be a fun and frugal craft to do with the kids (@ CRAFT)

I will have to try this recipe for white enchiladas (@ eat at home)

These scrunchy gathered scarfs are gorgeous and thrifty (@ Hope Studios)

This homemade snowman kit is adorable (@ Make it Do)

This caramel apple cider would make a fun full treat to drink (@ Baking Bites)

These braised short ribs do look heavenly (@ The Pioneer Woman)

I want to try this recipe for homemade rosemary focaccia (@ cathie filian)

This gluten-free and dairy-free waffle recipe is a great one for my friends that suffer from food allergies (@ I'm An Organizing Junkie)

My kids would love coloring & painting these mini-paintings (@ inspired ideas)

I like these cheap ideas for winterizing your home (@ Life Hacker)

These homemade baby legs are adorable (@ Little Birdie Secrets)

This fabric pumpkin tutorial is so great (@ Thompson Family-Life)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I love this beautiful leaf crown (@ elsie marley)

This crocheted acorn necklace is so gorgeous (@ A Foothill Home Companion)

This idea for using brooches and badges as gift toppers is so smart (@ Bugs and Fishes by Lupin)

These button wreaths are just darling & a great way to use up random buttons (@ Craftapalooza)

These easy lacy knitted hand warmers would look cute with my winter coat (@ dhbuscher)

This fall carnival birthday theme is so cute (@ A Purse Full of Cheerios)

These chocolate muffins would make a fun breakfast treat (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

These autumn wreaths would be a fun craft to do with the kids (@ Sweet Life in the Valley)

I am loving this creative bench seat (@ ohdeedoh)

This cozy bed warmer would make a sweet holiday gift (@ Make it Do)

This pom pom wreath would look so cute on my door (@ Bluebird Vintage)

I want to try these Quiche Lorraine Scones (@ goodLife{eats})

This snickerdoodle pie looks like a yummy variation on the cookie (@ Baking Bites)

I want to also try these pumpkin cinnamon rolls (@ King Aurthur Flour)

I love these ideas for dressing up a gift jar (@ homemade by jill)

This rose petal tee is so beautiful (@ Etsy)

The kids would love making these meringue cookies (@ Wisdom of the Moon)

These faucet handles on the kitchen cabinets are so cute and retro (@ shelterrific)

This idea for getting kids clean at the dinner table is so smart (@ Parent Hacks)

I love these slow cooker revelations and plan to try these ideas (@ Blue Yonder)

I am loving this hack on how to steam milk when you don't have a milk steamer (@ The Kitchn)

Using a coffee filter to cut down on the oatmeal bath mess is genius (@ Parent Hacks)

This sour cream apple pie would be a yummy addition to our Thanksgiving feast (@ A Southern Fairytale)

These Starbucks-style Cranberry Bliss Bars look like a yummy fall treat (@ Serious Eats)

I love this cute little remote control organizer (@ Just Something I Made)

This fry sauce would be yummy on a burger and french fry kind of night (@ Real Mom Kitchen)

I want to make one of these beautiful book wreaths for my bedroom (@ Living with Lindsay)

I will have to try making this oven risotto (@ Lynn's Kitchen Adventures)

This shrimp fried rice would help relieve me of some of my take-out cravings (@ Annie's Eats)

I want to try this perfect Thanksgiving stuffing (@ Scribbit)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I love these tips on how to keep your sippy cups clean (@ plumpudding)

My children would love these glittery water bottle crafts (@ bookhourcraftprojects)

My daughter would love this Tinkerbell themed birthday party (@ zakka life)

I want to try this recipe for an old-fashioned caramel cake (@ Scribbit)

I love making these yummy homemade egg noodles (@ giver's log)

I like these ideas for cooking in a mug (@ shelterrific)

I want to try this recipe for buttered rosemary rolls (@ The Pioneer Woman)

This Swiffer cover sewing pattern is genius (@ Berlin's Whimsy)

I will have to remember these witches brooms for next year (@ My Wooden Spoon)

This breakfast pizza would be a fun brunch treat (@ Lynn's Kitchen Adventures)

This t-shirt memory scarf would be great to make for a high school child (@ Craftzine)

I want to try this fluffy honey butter (Real Mom Kitchen)

I want to try this turkey burger with sage mayo (@ Food Blogga)

This cranberry applesauce looks delicious (@ Simply Recipes)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I love this tip to skip rinsing those pumpkin seeds (@ Parent Hacks)

These fluffy frosted soap cupcakes are adorable (@ Soap Queen)

I am loving this lacy cabinet transformation (@ Daily Danny)

I love this sweet little Halloween garland (@ forty-two roads)

I am loving these ideas from a Halloween photo shoot and these batkin rings (@ Eddie Ross)

This handmade play tent would be adorable in my daughter's room! (@ ohdeedoh)

These homemade monograms would be adorable on my kid's doors (@ ohdeedoh)

I want to try this recipe for homemade mayonnaise (@ Southern Grace Gourmet)

These knitted bunny ears would be a hit for Halloween (@ Flint Knits)

This ring pillow for a wedding is so elegant and sentimental (@ Lil Blue Boo)

I am really loving this book sling for little ones (@ Sew Liberated)

This no carve pumpkin inspiration is great (@ DIY Maven)

I love these vintage school desk makeovers (@ Trey & Lucy)

I am going to dye our pumpkin pancakes orange for Halloween (@ not martha)

I want to make a big pot of this chicken pot pie soup (@ Cooking During Stolen Moments)

These apple cider doughnuts look like a yummy fall treat (@ Real Mom Kitchen)

I love these adorable little apple cups for serving apple cider (@ Shivaya Naturals)

This is a much better way to carve a pumpkin (@ Make)

I want to make some of this easy homemade cheese bread (Lynn's Kitchen Adventures)

I am bookmarking these 50 cheap & easy Halloween costumes for next year (@ Coupon Sherpa)

I love this laundry room inspiration (@ The Farm Chicks)

This Cinnamon Bun Oatmeal looks divine (@ Thought 4 Food)

These oven hand mitts would make great hostess gifts for the holidays (@ The Idea Room)

This pumpkin cobbler sounds like the perfect finish to an autumn dinner (@ goodLife {eats})

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I want to make a list of 35 things to do before I turn 35 (@ whatever)

I like this post on smart storage solutions for kid's toys and art (@ Tada! Shop)

I love this great pumpkin makeover and the ways they can be switched for the holidays (@ This Blessed Nest)

These button and wire brooches would make great little holiday gifts (@ CraftyPod)

These cereal box stenciled Halloween bags would be adorable for trick-or-treating (@ alpha mom)

I would love to slipcover my ottoman (@ Sew Much Ado)

I love these drying mats for the bathroom and kitchen (@ A Foothill Home Companion)

I really love this acorn bird feeder (@ design sponge)

These pom pom pumpkins are absolutely adorable (@ domestic fluff)

I want to try these homemade healthy and delicious granola bars (@ Serious Eats)

I like this round-up of Where the Wild Things Are crafts and activities (@ The Crafty Crow)

I love this inexpensive bookcase makeover (@ a penny saved)

I would love to try to make this homemade caramel (@ Giver's Log)

This candy corn bark looks delicious (@ The Idea Room)

These pom pom flowers would look adorable on my daughter's little table (@ Happy Together)

I like these easy monogrammed pumpkins (@ The Shabby Nest)

This homemade Zuppa Tuscana looks like a warm fall dinner (@ Annie's Eats)

This spaghetti with artichoke hearts and tomatoes looks like a great pantry dish (@ The Pioneer Woman)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

Using a pillow sham as a stroller blanket is the greatest idea ever (@ inspire company)

I love these hanging lantern ghosts (@ Skip to My Lou)

This Italian salad looks like a yummy addition to our pizza night (@ Good (& Cheap) Eats)

I love this fun pumpkin idea for toddlers (@ zakka life)

These Halloween treat bags are adorable (@ three pumpkins little)

I love this Sweet November inspired crocheted scarf (@ April Draven's Blog)

I want to try this recipe for Pumpkin Muffins (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

I love these sweet little lunchbox napkins (@ Polka Dot Cottage)

I love this tip on peeling pears and these yummy pear recipes (@ Random Thoughts from the Zoo)

This idea for filling the window boxes with pumpkins is so festive (@ NewlyWoodwards)

I love this idea for using the delay function on your dishwasher to run after bath time (@ Parent Hacks)

I am in love with these dyed lace doilies for this fall party (@ Eddie Ross)

These personalized thank you's for gifts could not be more thoughtful (@ ohdeedoh)

I love these subtle Halloween decorations (@ The Shabby Nest)

This shadow puppet theater is simply amazing (@ Giver's Log)

This homemade apple butter would make a lovely hostess gift (@ The Farm Chicks)

Here is another great apple butter recipe, but this one is made in your slow cooker (@ Southern Grace Gourmet)

These pumpkin chocolate chunk muffins look like a delicious little fall treat (@ goodLife {eats})

I love this candle centerpiece using wine corks as a lovely display (@ Confessions of a Jersey Girl)

These beer bread pecan rolls that can be made quickly would be a great breakfast treat (@ Serious Eats)

I could probably eat an entire plate of these pumpkin whoopie pies (@ Bon Appetit)

This pumpkin coconut bread would make a fun fall snack (@ $5 Dinners)

These lemon poppy seed cookies look like a great snack for the kids (@ Food Blogga)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I am off traveling today so I won't have time to complete a notebook experiment! I hope you will enjoy all of these fun links while I am away today! Thank you so much for your visits- they mean so much!

I love all of these useful household management notebook printables (@ Organizing Your Way)

I like this space-saving inspiration when you have two kids in one room (@ ohdeedoh)

We are going to have to make some of these mod pumpkin ornaments for our house (@ Hostess With the Mostess)

I want to try some of these apple pie cookies (@ Baking Bites)

I like this idea for a ghostly garden graveyard (@ Alpha Mom)

This Dollar Store scarf turned into baby leggings is so smart and thrifty (@ Obsessively Stitching)

This hamburger stroganoff looks like a great weeknight meal (@ Simply Recipes)

I love these ideas for packing a great lunchbox (@ Rookie Moms)

This laundry room transformation is so inspiring (@ Ask Kari & Kijsa)j

This apple crinkle looks like a yummy fall dessert (@ eat at home)

I love these ideas for making your own pumpkin puree (@ Gingerbread Snowflakes)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

This fall tree made from recyclables would be a fun kid craft (@ Color Color Color)

These pumpkin shaped bread bowls would a fun way to make soup special (@ The Idea Room)

I would love to try this recipe for chicken pot pie (@ Life as Mom)

These burp cloth cupcakes would be a sweet little baby shower gift (@ U create)

I want to try this homemade apple pie recipe (@ Good (& Cheap) Eats)

This is another homemade apple pie recipe that I would like to try (@ Make & Takes)

This peach and cornmeal crisp looks delicious and easy (@ shelterrific)

I am loving this wall of silhouette plates (@ Daily Danny)

This knitted baby cocoon would be beautiful for a new baby photo (@ Craft)

These buttermilk oatmeal muffins would be a great breakfast treat (@ and then I do the dishes)

My children would love making these tissue paper vases (@ Let's Explore)

I love this vintage decoupaged pumpkin (@ the creative jar)

This glazed lemon bread recipe looks yummy (@ Simply Recipes)

This looks like another yummy recipe for homemade pumpkin spice lattes (@ The Kitchn)

I want to try these butterscotch no bake cookies (@ Cooking During Stolen Moments)

I am going to have to try this easy microwave mixed berry syrup (@ Baking Bites)

This baked spaghetti would make a nice weeknight meal (@ Coconut & Lime)

I love these tips for kitchen organization (@ The Kitchn)

This easy peanut butter and chocolate chip coffee cake would be a great way to end a meal (@ Annie's Eats)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I love this little recycled bat mobile (@ the long thread)

I really like these simple ideas for fall decorating (@ Nesting Place)

I am in love with this 3D knitter's gift tag (@ Craft)

These toilet paper pumpkin decorations are adorable (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

I want to try these caramel apple cookies (@ Craft)

I love these ruffled cupcake t-shirts (@ Grace Violet)

This is a great crochet pattern for Bella's hat from Twilight (@ April Draven)

This headband made from a recycled t-shirt is really cool (@ zakka life)

I will have to remember how to make cake flour the next time I need it for a recipe (@ Joy the Baker)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I love these invitations for a chef birthday party (@ Design Mom)

I want to make this beautiful felt rosette pillow (@ Etsy)

This printed burlap birthday banner is so cute (@ little old hat)

This weenie mac and cheesy would be a hit with my kids (@ Coconut & Lime)

These banana cupcakes with honey frosting look divine (@ Lynn's Kitchen Adventures)

I am bookmarking these tips for canning peaches (@ Make it Do)

This cheese souffle just screams, "EAT ME!" (@ Steamy Kitchen)

This crocheted birthday crown is adorable (@ Happy Together)

I like this idea for a quick weeknight meal- baked fusilli with fresh mozzarella (@ The Kitchn)

This family reunion tree is so creative (@ the idea room)

These white chocolate cinnamon crunch cookies look so delicious (@ Picky Palate)

This is a great reminder on enjoying your coffee, but saving your money (@ Simple Mom)

This strawberry shortcake cake looks like a delicious addition to any dinner (@ Pioneer Woman)

I am loving these tips on cooking with kids (@ Rookie Moms)

These peach oatmeal muffins look yummy (@ Cooking During Stolen Moments)

This pumpkin pie oatmeal looks like a delicious fall breakfast (@ goodLife{eats})

These semi-homemade doughnuts look like a fun weekend treat (@ Jolly Mom)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I love this idea for a time capsule in a tube (@ Let's Explore)

This DIY boutique wipes case would make a fantastic baby gift (@ according to kelly)

I am going to have to try knitting some of these baby knitting projects (@ the purl bee)

I will have to add some of these adorable yarn tassels to my knitted projects (@ CRAFT)

I love this clothesline hair clip holder (@ Nested)

This simple striped sock puppet would be a fun project to do with the kiddos (@ Polka Dot Cottage)

I want to try this recipe for apple cider pancakes (@ Home Ec 101)

I love this idea for creating a creation station for crafting (@ The Crafty Crow)

These fabric pumpkins are adorable (@ the idea room)

This tissue paper art would be a great addition to my walls (@ homemade by jill)

This fabric lunch bag is so cute (@ design sponge)

These fabric jam toppers with free printable labels are adorable (@ domestic fluff)

I am stealing these cute cookie mixes for Christmas gifts next year (@ Bakerella)

I love these knitted glass jar covers (@ design sponge)

I need to acquaint myself with Evernote to get organized (@ Small Notebook)

This carousel themed birthday party is so beautiful (@ Creative Parties & Showers)

This banana blueberry quick bread looks like a yummy and healthy treat (@ Baking and Books)

I want to bookmark this list of 75 things you can compost that you thought you couldn't for future reference (@ Planet Green)

I want to try this recipe for homemade granola bars (@ smitten kitchen)

This zippy broccoli salad looks like it would be a fun addition to a barbecue (@ Coconut & Lime)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I gain the most inspiration for my blog and my life through other bloggers. In order to fill our notebooks each week and to keep things fresh on here, I read a variety of blogs!

I wanted to highlight just a handful of great bloggers that make my world go round. I will continue adding to this list, but these are just a few of the people that have made my life better. I encourage you to add them to your daily reading to help breath inspiration into your life. As I write this I realize how many special friends I am overlooking. I promise to try to do this regularly so I can include each and everyone of you that have done so much for me!



Small Notebook- Rachel is one of my absolute favorite bloggers and has been for a long time. Her blog is clean and easy to read with simply great information on simple living to help inspire you. I would say that the blog helps me to maintain my focus to spend less, organize more, and prioritize better. She is also a fantastic person and I look forward to reading her blog each week!

Simple Mom- Tsh has truly been one mom that I admire greatly because of her dedication and focus on simplifying life. Her tagline, "Live simply, stay sane." really resonates with the person I strive to be. Her posts inspire me to declutter, to look at playing with my children in new ways, and challenge me to be a better home manager. Her community is fantastic and I love to read the comments that are generated after her entries. If you are not reading Simple Mom, I encourage you to add it to your reader for inspiration.


A Soft Place to Land- Kimba is one of my favorite bloggers to read to breathe inspiration into our home decor. When I see her projects and easy DIY tutorials, I think to myself, "I could totally do that!" Whether it be ping pong wreaths or decorating my front step, I am constantly inspired by her approachable nature towards home decor. She is about the sweetest person I have ever met and I am so proud to call her one of my friends. Run to her blog today!



Nesting Place- The Nester is a legend, in my book. When I saw her at a conference, I think I gasped a little because I was seeing her in person. She was so famous in my eyes- hundreds of comments and the most fantastic home decor I had ever seen. I never said anything to her and I felt a little sick about it when I got home...to which she apologized to me later and said she was afraid to talk to me because she thought I was big time. Seriously? Which is exactly why we all should talk to the people we think are big time because they may think you are big time...which is a vicious and horrible cycle. Even though I am kicking myself for not seizing my moment with her, The Nester has given me the opportunity to look at my home decor in a whole new way. In fact, I will never look at window treatments the same again. She is thrifty, humble, and a generous giver of advice on her blog.

The Inspired Room- Melissa's blog is full of her life's theme...authentic living. I love an authentic life and you immediately get the feeling that Melissa is just as authentic as her blog. She offers thrifty advice on home decor and achieving the coveted look of magazine-living in a budget-conscious and real-life design.



goodLife {eats}- If you are looking for some inspiration in the kitchen, look no further than Katie and her beautifully designed blog. I love that Katie's recipes inspire me to incorporate fresh foods in our diet and that she makes cooking easy and effortless. There is rarely a recipe that I see there that I don't want to try. You will love her blog- I promise!

Dine & Dish- I have been reading Dine & Dish for a long time now, but only recently had the opportunity to finally meet Kristen in person. I don't know how to explain this, but hugging her felt a little bit like coming home. She immediately feels like an old friend and is so generous and warm in spirit. She has a way of weaving stories of her home and life into beautiful recipes that you have to share around your dinner table. Her food photography is stunning and she is just one of those bloggers that shares what she knows without hesitation. I love people like that! Please be sure to visit her new Clicks 4 a Cause and find out how you can help her sweet friend Ann (or raise funds on your blog for a cause of your own)

Make & Takes- If you haven't visited this site for crafting inspiration, then you need to. Marie is a fantastic momma who inspires me to create with my kids. Her crafts are simple and straightforward. She isn't afraid to get a little dirty with the glue and scissors and she inspires me to craft with my children. I love that her projects are approachable for those of us who were born without that crafting gene.


zakka life- This is a blog that is often featured in our weekly Notebook because I get so much crafty inspiration from it. Jessica has some of the best crafts for kids and I just love her tutorials for families. I wish I had a creative mind like her, but I just don't. I will settle for reading her fantastic blog each week though to get ideas that will score me the coolest mom on the block points.

Money Saving Mom- Crystal is a good steward of her finances and I adore her blog for just that reason. She has a knack for finding the best deals and offers sound financial advice on how to get those finances back on track. She is as genuine as they come and I guarantee you that if you add her to your reader, you can rest assured that she can find those deals for you and guide you down a positive financial path.

Freebies 4 Mom- Heather is a fantastic blogger who shares all of the best freebies on the web. She not only shares information about freebies, but also about great deals you can score with coupons when you hit the grocery store. I am a huge fan of her Money 4 Moms section which shares creative ways that moms can make a little extra cash on the side. Add her to your regular reading and you will definitely benefit from it!


Not enough blogs to read? Be sure to add some of these blogs to your weekly reads!


Zen Habits for productivity
The Simple Dollar for better money management
Soule Mama for crafting and creative parenting inspiration
Design Mom for design and decor inspiration
Daily Danny for eco-friendly living, crafting, and decor



Share the love today! Who are some of your favorite bloggers to read? Who makes your blogging world spin around?

Labels: Favorites, Inspiring Moms

This homemade tooth fairy pillow is adorable (@ zakka life)

This strawberry pretzel ice cream looks delicious (@ Hello My Name is Heather)

These mini car kits would be so handy on long trips (@ Store & Style)

This pencil bag made from juice pouches is a clever use of recyclables (Skip to My Lou)

I love this superhero cape pattern (@ floating world views)

This shrimp scampi with zucchini and tomatoes would be a great way to use up those veggies in your garden (@ CRAFT)

I love this sweet little letter satchel (@ Soule Mama)

I want to make this Scrabble clock for our family room (@ Cut Out & Keep)

I love these four daily routines to keep your house clean enough (@ The Inspired Room)

I love this tutorial on how to prepare dried beans (@ Feels Like Home)

This parmesan caper potato salad looks so yummy (@ Coconut & Lime)

I love these tips on how to have a swap meet (@ Nesting Place)

These swaddling blankets look like a great simple sewing project (@ The Purl Bee)

These homemade pickles look like a yummy treat (@ The Toby Show)

I love these free printable lunchbox tags (@ Alpha Mom)

This Dr. Suess baby shower was the most amazing shower I have ever seen (@ kara's party ideas)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

These are great tips for cooking while camping (@ CRAFT)

This Anthropologie-inspired handbag is beautiful (@ Happy Together)

This idea for using leftover smoothies for popsicles is so thrifty (@ my happy little life)

I love this ruffle t-shirt tutorial (@ homemade by jill)

This skirt made out of a circular tablecloth is stunning (@ wipster)

I love this list of back-to-school traditions (@ A Purse Full of Cheerios)

This movie-inspired party sounds like a blast for a last minute get together (@ shelterrific)

My children would love these giant bubble wands (@ Monkey Lobster)

These recycling paper products projects are fantastic (@ design sponge)

These pizzas on the grill would be a fun addition to our family night (@ Skip to My Lou)

I adore this 5 good things booklet printable (@ Whisker Graphics)

These sugar topped banana muffins look like a delicious breakfast treat (@ little momma and company)

This homemade cherry pie looks like a sinful treat (@ The Kitchn)

I love this homemade game of Concentration (@ Just Something I Made)

These perfect cosmos look absolutely delicious (@ CRAFT)

This DIY laundry drying rack is beautiful and inspiring (@ Centsational Girl)

I love this piece on a week without plastic (@ ReadyMade Magazine)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I love this sweet little restaurant kit (@ Whimsy Love)

This hair clip organizer is really cute (@ the idea room)

This passport wall art is so beautiful (@ A Brooklyn Limestone in Progress)

I love this menu board for a creative way to share the menu plan (@ The Farm Chicks)

This hallway hopscotch would be a great way to keep the kids entertained on a rainy day (@ The Artful Parent)

These grilled portabello mushrooms look like a delicious summer dinner (@ Make & Takes)

These fruit & yogurt popsicles look like a fun summer treat (@ No Time for Flash Cards)

This blueberry gingerbread humble cake looks like a delicious way to use those blueberries (@ two straight lines)

I love this idea for creating an at-home salad bar (@ Mighty Girl)

I love this thrifty craft station (@ Crafty Nest)

I really like this post on what was learned from a No Spend Month (@ Small Notebook)

This grocery ad playtime menu idea is so cute (@ Money Saving Mom)

I want to try making some indoor sand castles with the kids (@ Scribbit)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

This anti-boredom kit is a great idea for the kids (@ Instructables)

This strawberry bread pudding would be a wonderful brunch dish (@ Baking Bites)

I love this tip on keeping sports bottles in the car (@ Parent Hacks)

This knitted cupcake hat is amazingly beautiful (@ A Purse Full of Cheerios)

I love these eight helpful tips for food photography (@ Pioneer Woman)

I like this ideas for throwing a circus birthday party (@ Let's Explore)

I need to learn how to knit on double pointed needles so I can make these knitted coasters (@ do stuff!)

Setting a tantrum timer is a great idea for parents (@ The Toby Show)

This homemade wheat waffle mix looks so yummy (@ giver's log)

I am going to have to remember these tips for freezing summer fruit (@ Cooks Illustrated)

These alphabet block magnets are so inventive and adorable (@ plum pudding)

This knitted guest hand towel is beautiful (@ 3 Sleeves to the Wind)

These knitted leg warmies would make a wonderful baby gift (@ Sew Liberated)

I am going to make some of these little homemade make-up kits for my daughter (@ Parent Hacks)

I love this thrifty & pretty solution for earring storage (@ Teresa Franco)

My children would love this homemade moon sand (@ ohdeedoh)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

My kids would love this glow-in-the-dark slime (@ the idea room)

I will have to remember these great tips for getting rid of wasps (@ Tip Nut)

These chocolate wands would be great for a Harry Potter screening night or Harry Potter themed birthday party (@ Hello My Name is Heather)

These sweet and salty peanut chocolate chip cookies look delicious (@ plum pudding)

I love these summer sweaters that are really t-shirts because there is no sewing required (@ angry chicken)

I like this tutorial for making a simple reversible tote bag (@ Skip to My Lou)

I love this thrifty tip for what to do with those cut-off bread crusts from your child's sandwiches (@ Parent Hacks)

These are cute ideas for what you can do with those recycled baby food jars (@ homemade by jill)

I love this ideas for traveling with kids (@ Craft)

I can't wait to try this recipe for macaroni salad (@ Simply Recipes)

These little homemade stamps would be a fun and easy craft to do with the kids (@ Mel's Own Place)

These broccoli, cheddar, & sausage muffin pull-a-parts would be a fun breakfast with my family (@ Picky Palate)

This playroom organization is so brilliant and beautiful (@ stephmodo)

This cranberry pecan chicken salad looks like a delicious lunch (@ Annie's Eats)

I want to knit some of these sock slippers (@ Polar Knit)

This craft car caddy would change a crafter's life (@ Craft)

This DIY lighted paper pennant garland is incredibly cool (@ Once Wed)

This sweet little centerpiece would be an adorable addition to our house (@ Living With Lindsay)

My kids would love these homemade yo yo balloons (@ zakka life)

These are 5 peanut butter recipes that I would like to try (@ The Kitchn)

I bet my family would love these Rice Krispies Cookies (@ Amber's Delectable Delights)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I love this knitted twine dining set (@ design sponge)

I want to try this recipe for homemade chocolate syrup (@ Small Notebook)

My son would love one of these homemade light sabers (@ zakka life)

These blueberry sweet rolls would be so yummy to eat using those fresh picked berries in the summer (@ Food Blogga)

This coffee can made into a shell vase is just beautiful (@ Firefly Hill Style)

This is a great tutorial for making easy homemade lollipops (@ the decorated cookie)

I like this sweet little Kindle storage bag tutorial (@ Junie Moon)

These bacon barbecue burgers look delicious (@ Coconut & Lime)

This kitchen remodel is incredible and so inspiring (@ Flower Patch Farmgirl)

I need to find one of these bags so I can make a simple yarn project travel case for my next trip (@ Craftzine)

My kid would have a blast with these scooper balls in the summer (@ Scribbit)

I love this cute corsage t-shirt (@ Enchantresses)

I want to try this apple cider syrup with my waffles this fall (@ goodLife {eats})

I love this idea for creating a family mission statement (@ Simple Mom)

I want to sign up for this free subscription to My Total Money Makeover (@ Money Saving Mom)

Did you see this great tutorial on how to make homemade root beer? Really incredible! (@ Robinznest)

I am so wishing I had a summer porch after seeing this porch makeover (@ Inspired Room)

I think I could even eat this baby food- spaghetti bolognese (@ Annie's Eats)

I love this idea for creating a Chinese buffet at home (@ Blog Chef)

Painting these wood floors white was a brilliant and thrifty solution (@ Like Merchant Ships)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

These pizza idea boxes are genius (@ the giver's log)

I am going to have to try this creative use for mason jars for our next get together (@ A Soft Place to Land)

I want to make this thrifty canopy bed for my daughter when she gets a little older (@ HomeSpun Threads)

I am planning to try this sight word game with my son this summer (@ Craft Nectar)

This is a great tutorial on teaching kids to finger knit (@ Craftzine)

These Oreo Bonbons look delicious (@ Grace Violet)

This chocolate banana split ice cream would be a hit in our house (@ Hello My Name Is Heather)

This child's travel pillow tutorial makes me want to whip out my sewing machine (@ maya made)

I love this cool summer days paper calendar for a fun way to incorporate summer activities (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

I am going to have to remember these fourth of July rockets for next year (@ alpha mom)

We will have to try making spinning fireworks this summer (@ scrumdilly do)

I love this repurposed dresser drawer idea (@ The Farm Chicks)

We will have to have our breakfast alfresco one day (@ plum pudding)

I am going to have to look through this great list of 50 summer crafts for things to do with the kids & make these adorable firefly jars (@ the long thread)

This mini art museum is absolutely adorable (@ No time for flash cards)

This refashioned ceiling fan is a brilliant update (@ Keeping the Faith)

This Mr. Man birthday party is the cutest thing I have ever seen (@ Full House courtesy of Design Mom)

I love this crocheted basket for your yarn stash (@ the purl bee)

These rag quilt letters would be so fun to keep little ones busy (@ Happy Together)

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I hope you enjoy the notebook this week!!

I love this idea for creating summer journals with the kids (@ Let's Explore)

This is a great idea for busting that summer boredom (@ The Idea Room)

These breakfast cookies look so delicious (@ little momma & company)

These patriotic pinwheels would be a fun addition to a 4th of July bash (@ Pepper Paints)

This crocheted ripple blanket is beautiful (@ Attic24)

I will have to remember this idea for a teacher gift next year (@ marytree)

These blueberry & mint cupcakes look like a wonderful summer treat (@ Coconut & Lime)

I love this idea for turning t-shirts into dresses (@ Adventures in Babywearing)

This firecracker bean bag toss is so cool (@ How to Be Domestic!)

These pantyhose corsages are beautiful (@ Craftzine)

This placemat turned into a bib is thrifty and chic (@ luvinthemommyhood)

This personalized "I Spy" book is a brilliant idea (@ Brassy Apple)

I am going to have to add some of these board games to our Christmas list (@ ohdeedoh)

These red, white, and blue ice cream cupcakes look delicious and festive (@ Annie's Eats)

This embroidered headboard is so beautiful (@ design sponge)

I want to make some of these garden markers for my garden (@ The Stories of A to Z)

This is a great tutorial for making flower headbands (@ homemade by jill)

I am going to try this recipe for cold-brewed coffee (@ NY Times)

I love this idea for repurposing newborn hats (@ Parent Hacks)

My children would love these giant vanilla sugar cookies (@ Joy the Baker)

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These firework cake toppers would be amazing for our Fourth of July bash (@ Wisdom of the Moon)

This Honey Teryaki Chicken looks like it would be a hit (@ Mad About Martha)

My kids would (literally) flip for these tin can stilts (@ zakka life)

These sunprint pictures inspired me to try this with my children (@ the light garden)

I love this bicycle bag to give as a gift (@ Giver's Log)

I was so inspired by this Ikea hack play kitchen (@ Mama Americana)

These kale chips sound like a perfectly healthy alternative to potato chips in the summer (@ house on hill road)

I am going to have to remember these really cute guy gifts for next year's Father's Day (@ The Idea Room)

These look like fun finger paints to do with the kids on those rainy days (@ Pepper Paints)

I love this cupcake pincushion pattern (@ Spud & Chloe)

I love this round-up of pasta salad recipes (@ Tip Nut)

I can't believe how beautiful this giant table turned out and I want to try this Heath Bar Cake too (@ Design Mom)

I want to make these chocolate chip cookie bowls (@ Michael Ruhlman)

This is such a sweet list of things that don't cost anything that you could do for Father's Day or for dad's birthday (@ ohdeedoh)

I need to figure out how to sew so I can make these child's travel pillow (@ maya made)

I want to make some of these sidewalk chalk stars for the Fourth of July (@ Alpha Mom)

This is a fantastic list of 75 ways to get your kids outdoors (@ DIY Life)

I needed some inspiration for summer lunches (@ Let's Explore)

I want to try this recipe for grilled pizza (@ Mix Magazine)

These zippy dogs would be a fun little treat to take to a playgroup or picnic (@ Big Red Kitchen)

I want to try this recipe for blue cheese cornbread (@ Baking Bites)

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This salted butter caramel ice cream looks so delicious (@ David Lebovitz)

This fabric table topper would be a fun addition to a playroom (@ ohdeedoh)

I love these terry cloth cases for the beach (@ Martha Stewart)

This painted brick home is stunning (@ chatting at the sky)

This summer wreath is absolutely adorable (@ paint, decorate, design on the cheap- hat tip to A Soft Place to Land)

One of these years I will actually make strawberry jam (@ Intimate Weddings Blog)

My kids would think making homemade rain was really cool (@ Salt and Chocolate)

I like this tutorial on how to blanch and freeze kale (@ not martha)

This banana birthday party looks like a fun and fantastic birthday theme (@ chica schmica)

I can't wait to flip through these projects in the summer issue of Knitty (@ Knitty)

These chocolate chip cookie s'mores look evil and delicious (@ Picky Palate)

My daughter would adore these pipe cleaner fairies (@ 5 Orange Potatoes)

I want to try these fruit-filled oatmeal bars (@ Erin Compton Design)

I love this idea for spray painting those hand-me-down outdoor toys (@ teach mama)

I want to try these banana cream smoothies this summer (@ Cooking Light)

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I love this decoupaged window idea for some crafting inspiration (@ ohdeedoh)

This pocket pillowcase would be a great thing for keeping track of our beloved bunny (@ elsie marley)

I need to replace my French Press so I can make the perfect iced coffee (@ Small Notebook)

I like this idea for making a lunch puzzle (@ This Little Project)

I adore these flowered sandals and I know my daughter would love them too (@ Happy Together)

I will have to download these spaceship stickers for my little guy (@ GoodyBlog)

This is a great tutorial for making pie crust (@ Home Ec 101)

I love these sweet little flower pots with the house numbers on them (@ Evangeline's Vine)

This little spray painting craft would be a fun way to keep my kids entertained this summer (@ No Time for Flash Cards)

This graduation cap clock is a genius way to to showcase that graduation cap (@ Craftzine)

These tips for how to yard sale are so great (@ Nesting Place)

I am really inspired by this blouse refashion project (@ My Mama Made)

I love this resourceful post for making your own wool soakers (@ The Artful Parent)

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I am going to have to try making these sweet little felt flower hair clips (@ koala brain)

I have been inspired to make some homemade Pop-Tarts today (@ The Idea Room)

I like this list of things to pack when traveling with kids (@ Make & Takes)

These strawberry butter looks like a delicious summer treat (@ The Kitchn)

I have a feeling I could polish off a couple of these stuffed grilled portobello mushrooms (@ Annie's Eats)

This is a great idea for putting cleaning agendas in each room (@ Parent Hacks)

This green space travel case made me giggle and inspired (@ design sponge)

I love this refashioned picnic basket for the summer season (@ Oilcloth Addict)

These breaded & baked chicken drumsticks look like they would make delicious picnic food (@ Simply Recipes)

I want to add some of these ideas to our summer list (@ two straight lines)

I love this idea for stocking a family store (@ Like Merchant Ships)

I love these DIY craft organizers (@ Ashley Ann Photography)

These twine covered Mason jars are beautiful (@ Vickie Howell)

This kitchen stool makeover is adorable (@ A Soft Place to Land)

I am dying to try this chocolate ice cream cake (@ Omnomicon)

I like these ten tips for being a more light-hearted parent (@ The Happiness Project)

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I love these embellished lunch totes (@ Skip to My Lou)

This Chicken Marbella recipe looks absolutely delicious (@ Not Martha)

These toddler pants fashioned from men's shirt sleeves is genius (@ Love in the Mommyhood)

These cinnamon raisin bagels look delicious (@ Smitten Kitchen)

I want to bookmark this gluten free bread for my friend's who have allergies (@ A Foothill Home Companion)

I love this post on whether or not a warehouse club membership is a good deal or not (@ Money Saving Mom)

I have been inspired by this DIY patio project (@ Remodeling This Life)

This lemon chicken with rice looks delicious (@ Serious Eats)

This homemade hand scrub would make a wonderful hostess gift or sweet gift for a friend (@ Craftzine via Good Life Eats)

This tutorial for flower collars is absolutely adorable (@ katie did)

This leftovers log would be great for tracking what is in the fridge (@ The Kitchn)

I want to make some of these easy cinnamon bites (@ 4 Reluctant Entertainers)

This spinach & ricotta frittata would be a delicious brunch dish (@ Food Blogga)

I have been inspired to paint my garage door (@ The Southern Family via Nesting Place)

I adore these glass tiled pendants (@ The Idea Room)

I love this list of 20 pocket-change ideas for a date night (@ Small Notebook)

This knitted cardigan is so cute! (@ Ramblings of a Knitting Obsessive)

This DIY J Crew Astrid Sweater is something that I think even I could tackle (@ Mighty Girl)

I need an ice cream maker so I can make this cookies and cream ice cream (@ Annie's Eats)

I love this creative and frugal idea for an end table (@ The Inspired Room)

Another yummy rainbow cupcake you could bake (@ Baking Bites)

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I had no idea that you could make mozzarella at home (@ Scribbit)

This all-natural cleaning supplies basket would make a wonderful Mother's Day gift (@ Simple, Green, Frugal Co-Op)

Making these shadow puppets would be a fun-filled family night (@ Gardening Without Skills)

I love this free pillowcase pattern for a beginning sewer (@ Karlee Fruchs)

These waffle dishcloths are adorable and would make a wonderful gift (@ Freda's Hive)

I love these fabric-covered headbands (@ mmm crafts)

I want to make this rainbow cake for the kids (@ shelterrific)

These fudgewiches look absolutely heavenly (@ plumpudding)

This is a wonderful tutorial for making your own cloth napkins (@ Skip to My Lou)

I am loving this circus party theme for a birthday (@ armelle blog)

I can't decide if I want to make the banana peanut butter granola or the bacon, mushroom, & broccoli quiche this week (@ Annie's Eats)

These brownie bottom ice cream cupcakes would be a fun summer treat (@ Joy the Baker)

I am going to have to try this DIY version for cream of mushroom soup (@ Serious Eats)

I want to try this lasagna recipe (@ Tidy Mom)

These graham cracker chewy bars would be a hit as a Father's Day gift (@ LA Times)

These are some wonderful tips for how to be Craigslist savvy (@ Small Notebook)

I love this teacup pincushion (@ Gingham Cherry)

This paper flower wreath would be beautiful for a wedding shower (@ Once Wed)

I love this recipe for naturally-dyed playdough (@ One Golden Apple)

This is an excellent article on the cost-effectiveness of making your own foods out of pantry ingredients which lead me to this bagel recipe that I will have to try! (@ Slate)

This hot pink raspberry cake looks divine! (@ The Kitchn)

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I love these days of the week tags for getting your kids dressed in the morning (@ Living Locurto)

These painted letter plaques would be a lovely addition over a doorway (@ A Soft Place to Land)

This Craigslist ugly art makeover was jaw-dropping in its awesomeness (@ Like Merchant Ships)

I love these cans made into flower pots and this perpetual calendar can (@ design sponge)

I had no idea that you could can butter (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

I am going to have to try some of these homemade macaroni & cheese recipes that were left in the comments (@ Money Saving Mom)

I am going to have to make some of these cake mix sugar cookies (@ Skip to My Lou)

I want to knit this cap-sleeved top for my daughter (@ Soulful Hues, Hobbies, & Random Thoughts)

This little art birthday party looks so sweet (@ Soule Mama)

I love this list of nine ways you can save while sitting at your desk (@ The Simple Dollar)

This quilted baby doll smock looks like a fast and fun sewing project (@ The Farm Chicks)

I adore this spring porch makeover (@ Design Mom)

This dollar store skirted sink is brilliant and budget-friendly (@ Eddie Ross)

My kids would love this staycation hotel idea for a fun weekend treat (JessieKate Designs)

I love this old door made into a desk (@ The Inspired Room)

This is a great tutorial on how to throw a wine party (@ Hope Studios)

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I want to make these tie dyed Easter eggs this year (@ Scribbit)

Here is another fun egg-dying technique to try (@ The Barefoot Kitchen Witch)

These Rice Krispie Easter Eggs look like a fun treat (@ ohdeedoh)

This ottoman made from a coffee table would definitely cover up the gashes on my table (@ Little Green Notebook)

These free bunny embroidery pattern is so sweet (@ orange you lucky!)

I love this little take-along placemat (@ Patchwork)

I really love this post on crafting and deciding if it is for you (@ Nesting Place)

These Easter Bunny Cake Pops are darling (@ Bakerella)

This is another great refashioned sweater tutorial (@ Lulu Bliss)

I am going to be using this idea for quickly softening butter (@ Simply Recipes)

I adore this cake plate tutorial (@ Storybook Woods)

This orange spice banana bread sounds like another fun recipe to try (@ Good Life Eats)

I love this idea for an egg memory game (@ scrumdilly do)

These tulle blossoms would brighten up any sticks in our backyard (@ Beetlegirl Designs)

I adore this post on living a complex life (@ MommyCoddle)

These tips for frugal Easter eggs are great (@ Small Homestead)

I want to make some bread bags for my homemade bread (@ SouleMama)

This baked french toast recipe looks delicious (@ whatever)

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This chicken cooked in milk looks like a recipe that I have to try (@ The Kitchn)

This little dress decor is too cute (@ ohdeedoh)

I love this round-up of ideas for things to do with Easter eggs (@ One Crafty Place)

This crocheted bottle cozy would be a great little baby shower gift with glass baby bottles (@ design sponge)

These heat embossed rocks would be a fun project to do with the kids or to use as placeholders at a dinner table (@ cheeky magpie)

I love these tips for greening up the lunch bag (@ betz white)

I want to try these lemon-herb roasted drumsticks (@ Serious Eats)

I need to do a spice cabinet clean out (@ Small Notebook)

These impromptu princess crowns would be great for a birthday party (@ Sparkle Power)

I would love to try making these etched glass jars (@ Martha Stewart)

This homemade buttermilk ranch dressing look delicious (@ Simply Recipes)

This hungry caterpillar cupcake train is too cute (@ Coco Cake Cupcakes)

These Easter finger puppets are darling (@ The Purl Bee)

I would really like an oilcloth tablecloth for my kitchen table (@ Twig & Thistle)

I am going to have to print out some of these little Easter printables (@ Skip to My Lou)

I love these little bird's nests as a sweet Easter treat (@ My Insanity)

I want to try this technique for cooking moist chicken breasts (@ The Kitchn, hat tip to Not Martha)

I want to try making these easy hooded towels (@ Make & Takes)

These Peep cupcakes sound like the perfect Easter treat (@ Baking Bites)

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I love this doily lampshade makeover (@ make grow gather)

These fabric Easter eggs would be so cute in my basket on my kitchen table (@ retro mama)

I am still wanting to make this lemony lemon cake (@ Smells Like Home)

I am dying to try this pie crust recipe (@ Scribbit)

I love this post on steps towards a more sustainable life (@ zen habits)

This herb marinated pork tenderloin looks delicious (@ Annie's Eats)

These freezer paper stencils are such a cute project to do with kids (@ Design Mom)

I love this list of ways to thrive in the kitchen with children (@ Simple Mom)

These greeting card made from a floppy disk is too cool (@ Build/Make/Craft/Bake)

I am going to have to try this recipe for old-fashioned homemade pancakes (@ My Wooden Spoon)

These allspice crumb muffins look like a delicious treat (@ Annie's Eats)

I want to try this brine for pork chops (@ The Kitchn)

I love this post on baking bread (@ down to earth)

I want to have a spring time tea party (@ The Inspired Room)

I will have to try this recipe for homemade cocktail sauce (@ Coconut & Lime)

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I want to make this beautiful spring wreath (@ A Soft Place to Land)

I love this personalized tote bag tutorial (@ a sister for the bean)

I would have never thought of covering stains on a skirt with fabric yo-yos (@ Craftzine)

I adore this sweet little pincushion tutorial (@ Etsy)

These iced oatmeal applesauce cookies look delicious (@ Mad About Martha)

This is a great tutorial for spring cleaning your sewing machine (@ Craft Nectar)

This wishing well is such a sweet little treat for children (@ Here We Are Together)

I still want to try making doughnuts with the kids (@ The Artful Parent)

I want to make this lemon bread recipe (@ i have to say...)

These chocolate mint cupcakes would be a wonderful treat (@ Simply Recipes)

I am going to have to remember this chip clip idea the next time we play cards (@ Parent Hacks)

I love this idea for a thrifty flower girl dress (@ Like Merchant Ships)

This fish and chips recipe looks so good (@ Coconut & Lime)

Here is another fish recipe I would like to try- Sicilian-Style Cod (@ Serious Eats)

These banana espresso chocolate chip muffins look like a wonderful addition to any brunch (@ Annie's Eats)

This is a great little tutorial on growing potatoes in a trash can (@ DIY Maven)

I adore these little pretzel shamrocks- definitely making these next year (@ On a Whim)

I love this cute little bag of beans (@ The Purl Bee)

This recipe for barbecue sauce looks yummy (@ The Perfect Pantry)

I like these tips for how to frost a cupcake (@ The Kitchn)

I love this top ten napkin fold techniques (Yes But No ButYes)

There are so many fun new knitting projects in the spring issue of Knitty (@ Knitty)

I am going to have to see if this recipe for banana muffins with streusel topping are better than my recipe (Genesis of a Cook)

I love this t-shirt makeover (@ Banana Frog)

I think these lemon cookies look so delicious (@ plumpudding)

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I love this idea for creating placemats (@ Wise Craft)

I enjoy getting a glimpse into extreme home makeovers to inspire my home (@ The Inspired Room)

This revamped storage shelf is darling (@ ohdeedoh)

I like these place card holders made from recycled corks (@ Lifehacker)

I really needed this reminder to focus a bit more on those sinking funds (@ Simple Mom)

I need to find some fun things around the house to spray paint (@ A Soft Place to Land)

These crunchy oven baked fries look delicious (@ Joy the Baker)

If I could eat spicy food, I would be indulging in these lotsa hotsa tacos (@ Make & Takes)

These homemade corn dogs look like a fun treat (@ chaos in the kitchen)

This woven button coaster is so chic (@ Craftstylish)

I love this post on breaking the frugal rules (@ The Small Notebook)

I want to knit up some of these candy-striped washcloths for the holidays (@ Knit With KT)

On the flip side, I love this post on discovering the necessities in your home (@ Money Saving Mom)

I want to make this Amish Friendship Bread starter sometime (@ Skip To My Lou)

I love this kitchen island makeover (@ Nesting Place)

I won't give up on trying to make pretzels (@ The Artful Parent)

I want to try these silver dollar pancakes (@ Serious Eats)

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I really love this post on the importance of family traditions (@ Pensieve)

This is the cutest princess birthday hat (@ Skip to My Lou)

These crooked coasters are beautiful (@ the long thread)

This zippered bird pouch pattern is too cute (@ betz white)

I love this post on gaining the motivation to exercise (@ Sparkle Power)

Making suncatchers in the wintertime sounds like a wonderful craft to do with the kids (@ Way Up High in the Monkey Bread Tree)

This shamrock brooch would be festive for St. Patrick's Day (@ A Fanciful Twist)

My family would go nuts for these meatball sliders (@ Smitten Kitchen)

I love this magnetic chalkboard made from a thrifted mirror (@ say YES! to Hoboken)

I want to make these bathtub crayons with my children (@ Pepper Paints)

This chandelier makeover makes me think I redo a lot of the light fixtures in our house (@ Vickie Howell)

This maple white bread sounds wonderful (@ The Wednesday Chef)

This 5 minute kite would be a great way to keep my kids entertained this spring (@ chica schmica)

This door organizer is a great way to keep things organized in your house (@ design sponge)

These leg warmers refashioned from a pair of knee high socks are so cute for your sweet babies and toddlers (@ My House Boutique)

I want to try this speedy sweet and sour chicken (@ Divine Domesticity)

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I love these little knitted duck slippers (@ Scribbit)

These triple chocolate brownies look delicious (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

I love this portable camping lantern made from a recycled peanut butter jar (@ Made by Cynthia Rae)

I want to try these chocolate chip angel food cupcakes (@ Baking Bites)

This is a great tutorial for making shoe bags (@ betz white)

This yoga mat bag made from an old pair of pants is brilliant (@ CRAFT)

I want to try this chocolate chip cookie recipe (@ Joy the Baker)

These broccoli calzones look so delicious and I love this how-to video on shaping calzones (@ Baking and Books)

I bet my children would love these cinnamon waffles (@ Annie Eats)

These are some great ideas for affordable architectural personality (@ The Inspired Room)

This mudroom makeover makes me happy (@ whatever)

This is a great post on how to talk money (@ Simple Mom)

I want to bookmark these thirty things you can make as inspiration for this next month (@ Tip Nut)

I have never seen anything in my life like this micro-knitting. Unbelievable (@ whip up)

I want to make some of these homemade breakfast burritos as a quick breakfast in the morning (@ The Simple Dollar)

I can't wait to try this new waffle recipe (@ Serious Eats)

I love this post on what the author loves about her kitchen (@ Food Woolf)

This quick color makeover is so smart! (@ Small Notebook)

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Due to the MomAdvice Simplified podcast airing on Thursdays, I am going to be moving our Notebook Entry and Notebook Experiments to Wednesdays instead. I hope you will understand and will come back on Wednesday for these entries. Thank you so much for your patience!

I am loving this round-up of printable Valentines (@ the long thread)

These Mexican tissue paper flowers are amazing (@ Pink Paper Peppermints)

This waffle recipe looks delicious and healthy (@ Sew Liberated)

These ribbon flowers are stunning (@ Etsy)

I want to try this no-knead pizza dough (@ The Wednesday Chef)

This heartfelt memory game would be a hit with my children (@ scrumdilly-do)

These cinnamon rolls look absolutely delicious (@ inside a black apple)

These sewn paper Valentines are beautiful (@ the purl bee)

I want to make this knitted French Press cozy (@ design sponge)

This Oreo Cake looks like it is to die for! (@ The Kitchn)

These dough conversation hearts are so cute (@ Kiddio)

Here is another great recipe for pizza dough (@ Day by Day)

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I am loving these photography tips for taking great photos of your kids (@ Make & Takes)

I may have to start trying to cook artisan bread again (@ house on hill road)

This chicken & wild rice soup looks delicious (@ Home Ec 101)

I am loving this little indoor swing and I love these loft beds for space saving (@ Ohdeedoh)

I really love this office tour and the organization solutions in this space (@ {A})

These knitted Mary Jane slippers are adorable (@ sew nancy)

These oatmeal streusel cookies look so delicious (@ Baking Bites)

I want to try this any way coffee cake for my next get together (@ Joy the Baker)

This light chicken parmesan recipe looks yummy (@ The Kitchn)

My kids would think I was the coolest mom in the world if I made them this rainbow cake (@ Omnomicon)

These spice jar labels are so cute (@ Craft Leftovers)

This knitted owl sweater is simply amazing (@ needled)

I love these ideas for reinventing the soup can (@ the long thread)

This is such a cute idea- doing family interviews with each other (@ Small Notebook)

I also love these ideas for preserving family memories (@ Scribbit)

These candy cane hearts would be a great way to use up candy canes leftover from Christmas (@ Skip to My Lou)

This flat bread and hummus look like a yummy treat (@ Your Homebased Mom)

I want to try this copycat recipe for Starbucks Coffee Cake (@ Divine Domesticity)

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I love this idea for making thank you notes (@ dooleh-vay)

This cupcake garland is such a sweet little idea (@ petunia)

I am loving these little party hats (@ hot diggity blog)

This spaghetti & meatballs recipe sounds delicious (@ shelterrific)

I am going to have to try some of these recipes for homemade cleaners (@ Jolly Mom)

This post-it calendar is really cute and I adore these handmade headbands (@ Design Mom)

These oatmeal blueberry applesauce muffins look like they would hit the spot (@ Joy the Baker)

We are going to have an inside snow adventure at our house (@ the homespun heart)

This coffee cup cozy is such a great little gift (@ house on hill road)

This craft desk makeover really rocks (@ design sponge)

These handmade gifts are beautiful (@ Soule Mama)

I like this tutorial for copyrighting your photos (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

These little cupcake flower arrangements are adorable (@ inspired ideas)

I want to try this pattern for this knitted chevron scarf (@ do stuff)

I am going to make these peanut butter energy bars (@ The Farm Chicks)

This peanut butter swirl banana bread looks like an interesting combination (@ Baking Bites)

I am loving these tips for a dinner party that is under $100 (@ the adventures of penny plastic)

I am going to have to try some of these recipes for overnight yeast waffles (@ The Kitchn)

This is a great little pattern for a child's apron (@ Sew Liberated)

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I apologize- I made a mistake on the ending dates of our Sony & Scotts giveaways. These are open until 12/16 as all our giveaways typically run one week. Please be sure to visit our apron full of giveaways for a ton great contests to enter. Many apologies for the confusion I may have caused!

Something that I hopefully did right was completing my first article for the Right@Home website. I will be guest blogging over the next couple of months about fun activities and crafty ideas to do with your children. Please visit my new articles here!

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I am making note of all of these great holiday gift wrapping ideas for the holidays (@ Design Sponge)

This little advent village is adorable (@ Salt & Chocolate)

I would love to try knitting these snowflake mittens (@ Meg Kandis)

These snowy pinecones would make a lovely & frugal centerpiece (@ flipflops & applesauce)

I love this Memory game idea using real memories (@ ohdeedoh)

I think the kids and I would have fun making these cinnamon ornaments (@ sycamore stirrings)

I love these little calendars made with sunprints (@ make grow gather)

These painted holiday ornaments would be fun to do with my kiddos (@ little momma and co.)

This kitchen playmat is so cute and fun (@ ohdeedoh)

I want to try these peanut butter fudge treats (@ Joy the Baker)

These chicken and dumplings remind me of dinners with my great-grandmother (@ Simply Recipes)

I love this glass ball wreath and want to make one for my door (@ TidyMom)

This magnetic advent calendar is darling (@ Remodeling This Life)

I love this pinecone wreath too (@ A Soft Place to Land)

This Christmas Card puzzle game is so inventive (@ Let's Explore)

Don't these homemade graham crackers look delicious? (@ plum pudding)

This homemade vanilla extract and spiced nuts look like great gifts to give (@ Design Mom)

Cookie logs would make great gifts to give (@ Make & Takes)

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This week's notebook experiment will still be on hiatus since I am working on our Big Give and I need to get everything organized and ready for that. I promise to be back to it next week.

In the meantime, did you see the amazing giveaways we are offering? I think you might like to enter to win:

Harry Potter Anniversary Edition Box Set
$500 Walmart Gift Card

We also have a new article added to our website this month. This one is just in time for the holiday season:

A Shift Towards Tradition

Happy browsing today!
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I love this advent calendar made from things in your recycle bin (@ craftastica)

I love these little holiday barrettes made from leftover fabric (@ Crafty Stylish)

These cinnamon stick votives would be wonderful for the holidays or these yarn filled ornaments to get rid of the yarny leftovers in your stash (@ DIY Maven)

These shortbread cookies look delicious (@ jane's apron)

This little bird advent calendar is so lovely and unique (@ Skip to My Lou)

I love this eco-friendly gift topper (@ Creature Comforts)

These thrifted holiday trees would be a wonderful decoration (@ the long thread)

I love this tutorial on how to hang that holiday wreath (@ Nesting Place)

These fifty ways to kill a Twinkie made me laugh out loud... repeatedly (@ Cakespy)

I adore this holiday gift guide (@ Baking and Books)

I want to try these buttermilk pancakes (@ Serious Eats)

These pumpkin cupcakes look heavenly (@ Smitten Kitchen)

This mug of hot chocolate cake sounds delicious (@ Remodeling this Life)

I love this frugal gift guide for holiday giving (@ Frugal Dad)

I am going to be checking this site often for the holidays (@ Tip Nut)

I love this idea for gift wrapping with fonts (@ bugs and fishes by lupin)

I might have to add some of these ideas for advent activities to my Christmas Jar (@ We Are That Family)

I really like this use for cookie cutters (@ Pepper Paints)

I could make some of these vintage game magnets (@ ohdeedoh)

I love this creative tree topper (@ Grace Violet)

I really like these tater-stamped kitchen curtains (@ Craftzine)

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I just love this uniquely different handprint turkey (@ Bella Dia)

This aromatic garland would really make a statement (@ Skip to My Lou)

I bet my children would love Cheerios marshmallow treats (@ Let's Explore)

These baby mocs are the cutest things ever (@ The Purl Bee)

These acorn magnets are really wonderful for fall (@ Make & Takes)

I am trying to work on conquering my clutter (@ zenhabits)

This is a great round-up of bag, pouches, & purses (@ whip up)

I want to try these cheese muffins (@ The Pioneer Woman Cooks)

I love this round-up of knitting tips & tricks (@ down to earth)

I am going to have to use these tips for the perfect Thanksgiving turkey since this is my first year hosting (@ dinner tonight)

I love this list of homemade gifts (@ Storybook Woods)

I love these tips for raising thankful children (@ Parent Dish)

I will have to try this recipe for DIY instant oatmeal (@ The Kitchn)

I want to make these Oreo Turkey Cookies (@ Flickr)

I want to knit some slippers (@ Salt and Chocolate)

These pumpkin muffins would be a hit in our house (@ plumpudding)

These tiny birthday cakes would be a cute idea for my daughter's birthday party (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

I love this round-up of holiday gift ideas (@ not martha)

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I am loving this bag made out of plastic bags (@ Coco Knits)

This flower garland made from catalogs would be festive in greens & reds for the holidays (@ zakka life)

Another great recycling project, a mobile made from cereal boxes (@ plumpudding)

These binder clips are adorable (@ jane's apron)

I love these pressed leaves to decorate the house for fall (@ Make & Takes)

This slow cooker breakfast casserole would be great for a morning brunch with friends (@ 4 Reluctant Entertainers)

I love this article on Thanksgiving desserts that freeze well (@ NY Times)

I want to try this silky smooth pumpkin pie (@ Smitten Kitchen)

I would also love to try this pumpkin chiffon cake (@ Baking Bites)

This monogrammed wreath would really make a statement on my door (@ Purple Lemon Designs)

This recipe for fluffy pumpkin pie sounds so interesting (@ Divine Domesticity)

This classic apple pie sounds delicious (@ The Kitchn)

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These patriotic cookies are so neat (@ Pepper Paints)

I love the idea of starting a parent journal (@ Camp Creek Blog)

I am loving these fingerless gloves (@ Purl Bee)

I loved this post on recycling your pumpkins (@ Junk Mail Gems)

I think these Thanks & Giving trees would be a hit in our house (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

I want to try this sugar cookie recipe (@ Skip to My Lou)

I love these tips for maximizing your kitchen space (@ Smitten Kitchen)

I want to attempt making a pie crust (@ The Kitchn)

This all-purpose holiday cake looks delicious (@ Joy the Baker)

This pumpkin bread pudding would be a fun dish to entertain with (@ Genesis of a Cook)

I might have to try these spiced pumpkin pancakes (@ Baking and Books)

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I hope you enjoy today's notebook and just wanted to highlight a few quick articles that might help you with your Halloween planning this week:

Scary Deals on Halloween Costumes (we have included recipes for Halloween face paints)
Oh, Glorious Pumpkin! (don't toss your pumpkin and try making some homemade pumpkin puree this year)
Activities Search (use our search function to find all the fun places to visit in your area)

Now on to our very official notebook...

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Another great refashioned cardigan idea (@ Early Bird Special)

These little mummy treat containers are so cute (@ Skip To My Lou)

I love this little pumpkin party (@ chica schmica)

This playroom makeover is amazing and I am loving the duvet cover (@ whatever)

This chalkboard pumpkin would be a cute little craft to do (@ The Crafty Crow)

I am loving these knitted cowls (@ What's That Gonna Be?)

I am downloading this great little pdf for getting your kids to eat their veggies (@ Let's Explore)

I want to make this Halloween wreath for next year (@ Scribbit)

These pumpkin pecan chocolate chunk cookies look like a winner to me (@ Bakerella)

These knitted slippers would keep my feet warm this winter (@ Astrid Knits Her Way Out)

These autumn leaf pies are so beautiful (@ not martha)

I need to work on being more productive with my emailing (@ Simple Mom)

I want to try making these confetti cupcakes (@ Coconut & Lime)

I love these ideas for staying warm through the autumn weather (@ Wisebread)

I am bookmarking these ideas for ways to use the internet while on vacation (@ Digital Bliss)

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These tagged baskets are adorable (@ Soule Mama)

I love this cooking birthday party theme (@ sweet fine day)

My son would love decorating spooky houses (@ little momma & company)

I wonder if my kids would notice the peels if I made those no-peel apple cake (@ 4 Reluctant Entertainers)

These pumpkin swirl brownies would be a fun fall treat (@ Smitten Kitchen)

This pumpkin pie fudge would make a nice addition to my holiday gift-giving list (@ Annie's Eats)

Using the apple corer to fill cupcakes is a brilliant idea (@ The Kitchn)

I am really intrigued by this turkey burger recipe (@ Serious Eats)

This cereal box matching game would be fun for the kids (@ plum pudding)

I loved this article on how to brew coffee in your hotel room (@ Budget Travel)

This pumpkin cheesecake would be a great Thanksgiving treat (@ Baking and Books)

I want to make a tutu for Emily to play dress-up in (@ Problem Solvin' Mom)

These heart-shaped magnets are so precious (@ flipflops & applesauce)

I need to learn how to crochet so I can make this washcloth (@ Crafty Leftovers)

These pumpkins made from photographs are so cool (@ Photojojo)

This bathmat made from rags is really amazing looking (@ Coco Knits)

I love these ideas for a pumpkin party (@ Let's Explore)

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I arrived back in town last night after a fun trip to California! I have so much to share with all of you and promise to do that really soon. Today I am suffering from jet lag and a bad case of exhaustion with an overflowing amount of work to do. I hope to be back in the swing of things soon. Until then, here is a picture of the Hollywood sign that we took after hiking it up to see it. I had the absolute best time and made some really great new blogging friends. I promise to share it all soon!

Since I am tired, I will skip the notebook experiment for this week, but we will be to our regular schedule next week!

I need to look through this Halloween round-up over here (@ Parent Hacks)

Have you ever heard of a dog poop composter? Very interesting! (@ shelterrific)

These chalkboard doors would be so nice in a guest room (@ Daily Danny)

This post on your life's passions really got me thinking (@ my happy little life)

I love this secret reading room (@ Nesting Place)

These photo card ideas are so brilliant (@ Chica Schmica)

This birdy snack shack is too cute (@ design sponge)

This light minestrone recipe looks like a winner for my lunches (@ Lost Button Studio)

I am hungry for caramel apples after seeing this post (@ 101 Cookbooks)

These cat cupcakes are adorable (@ Serious Eats)

This fishbowl pumpkin would be a cute little Halloween project (@ Bella Dia)

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I love this charging basket (@ oh, fransson!)

These are some cute knitting & crocheting projects for Halloween (@ whip up)

It would be great to make some of my own boxes for our gift cards this year (@ Craft Leftovers)

This recycled scarf blanket is so cute (@ Daily Danny)

These pumpkin muffins look like they would hit the spot (@ flipflops & applesauce)

I am making some of this pumpkin spice cream cheese for my bagels (@ Pinch My Salt)

This candy corn hat is hiliarious (@ Material Whirled)

These paper pumpkin ornaments would be a great craft to do with the kids (@ Hostess with the Mostess)

These paper fortune cookies would make a fun addition to a gift (@ ohdeedoh)

These fall leaf rubbings would be fun to do together (@ maya made)

I love these thrifty Halloween decor ideas (@ Today's Creative Blog)

When I master knitting in the round I want to make this beautifully knitted hat (@ Soule Mama)

This idea for pounding golf tees into a pumpkin is so smart (@ Wondertime)

I love these ideas for handmade Christmas gifts (@ Handmade Homeschool)

These quick rolls would be great for weeknight meals (@ My Wooden Spoon)

This pumpkin cornbread would be so yummy with a big bowl of soup (@ The Recipe Girl)

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I am loving this little study center (@ ohdeedoh)

I love these fringed flowers on notecards (@ craftstylish)

This kid's art smock is the cutest thing ever (@ Don't Look Now)

This dressed-up vase & reminder to personalize gifts is really good (@ Grace Violet)

These oven mitts would make a wonderful hostess gift for Christmas (@ Skip to My Lou)

I am going to have to do this puppet show theater with the kids (@ Crafty Daisies)

These photo letter frames would make the coolest Christmas gift (@ Michelle's Messy Musings)

These Curious George Cupcakes would be so cute for a birthday party (@ justJenn recipes)

I would love to make a game with my son (@ SouleMama)

This chocolate chip pudding cake sounds divine (@ jane's apron)

This Halloween bag is the cutest thing ever (@ Scribbit)

I love this sweet idea for relieving preschool anxiety (@ Parent Hacks)

It is official- I am now craving this chocolate pie (@ Homesick Texan)

I want to try this pumpkin spice granola (@ Annie's Eats)

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We started a new giveaway this week for $25 gift cards to Shutterfly! This contest is to help promote their new Share Site service where you can create a free site for your family and share your pictures through their website. Head over here to enter today to win!

Enter today to win a 10th Anniversary Harry Potter prize pack. We are giving away beautiful boxed sets of the Harry Potter series and the new anniversary editions of, "Harry Potter & the Sorcerer's Stone" Please do not enter here, only entries over here will qualify.

Good luck, everyone!

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I am going to have to work on some silhouettes of the kids (@ The Homespun Heart)

I must knit a pumpkin hat (@ Crazy Aunt Purl)

I think it would be fun to make a shopping bag from an old pillowcase (@ Psych Mamma)

This skillet baked cookie looks delicious (@ a tad bit prudish)

I am looking forward to following this paper pile makeover (@ Small Notebook)

It is never too early to start thinking about a cool Advent calendar for this year (@ Tatertots & Jello)

These burp cloths are darling (@ Paper Dolly Girl)

I love these window shade ideas (@ DIY Maven)

My daughter would love these doll diapers (@ Skip to My Lou)

I really like these cupcake decorating tips (@ Chica & Jo)

This reuse of the crib mattress is brilliant (@ ohdeedoh)

I want to make this color book (@ Make and Takes)

I want to try making applesauce in my slow cooker so I can smell it all day long (@ A Year of Crockpotting)

These Kermit cupcakes are adorable (Flickr via Craftzine)

This tomato sauce sounds like a winner (@ Soule Mama)

This candy cane sugar scrub would make a wonderful Christmas gift (@ The Natural Beauty Workshop)

I love this on-the-go knit kit made from a water bottle (@ Suite.Living)

These painted white pumpkins would really dress up my doorstep (@ A Soft Place to Land)

I love these mittens made from an old sweater (@ zakka life)

These brown sugar cupcakes would really hit the sweet spot (@ My Sweet & Saucy)

Who could resist this Chicken Parmesan recipe? (@ Divine Domesticity)

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These baked apples look delicious (@ little momma & co.)

I love this idea for creating your own crazy yarn (@ Craftzine)

This scarf made from thrifted goodies is so beautiful (@ Wise Craft)

I want to make some of these day of the week folders (@ design sponge)

I love this little round-up of bookmark ideas (@ Skip to My Lou)

These popcorn balls look like a fun fall treat (@ elsie marley)

These child's art smocks would be very handy for messy crafts in our house (@ zakka life)

I want to make clothespin dolls with my daughter someday (@ plumpudding)

I love this memory jar idea (@ ohdeedoh)

These custom silhouette t-shirt would make a fabulous gift or fashion statement (@ Inhabitots)

This purse made from a sweater makes me want to get acquainted with my sewing machine (@ cindygert)

We aren't in Netflix anymore, but I am loving this Netflix origami (@ swiss miss)

I am loving these baby shower decorations (@ Thompson Family-Life)

This fresh apple cake with caramel glaze looks sinful (@ Wise Craft)

These felted pictures look like a fun craft for the advanced crafters (@ One Crafty Mumma)

I love these ideas for freezing potatoes (@ Organizing Connection)

Vapor rub on pantiliners hack- only inventive parents could think of this (@ Parent Hacks)

Loved looking through the Knitty Fall '08 patterns (@ Knitty)

I adore this fence with alternating board lengths (@ shelterrific)

This is a great recipe round-up of homemade pet treats (@ The Kitchn)

I love these tips for making good bread (@ Smitten Kitchen)

This creamy parmesan orzo looks delicious (@ Cheap Healthy Good)

These butterfly cupcakes are so sweet (@ My Wooden Spoon)

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Did you miss my notebook last week? Please say yes! Here she is back in her full glory again, with a fresh new set of linky loving for my sweet blogging friends!

Remember anything that you like out of the notebook can be added to our notebook experiments section each Thursday! Happy reading!



These homemade peanut butter cups look delicious (@ Have Cake, Will Travel)

I love these necktie glasses cases (@ Craftzine)

This chocolate mint icebox cake looks like it is to die for (@ Divine Domesticity)

I am loving this newspaper bunting (@ maya made)

I had never heard of this site where you could find local yarn shops (@ Craftzine)

I love this rug made out of a tea towel (@ knick knacks & ric rac)

I want to give this pumpkin spice latte recipe a try (@ Baking & Books)

I really love this little cupcake stand (@ Once Wed)

I am loving these felted rocks (@ resurrection fern)

I am always up for trying another banana bread recipe (@ Posie Gets Cozy)

I have wanted to know how to recycle yarn from sweaters and this post helped so much (@ Craft Leftovers)

I like these tips for seasoning your cast iron skillet (@ Joy the Baker)

I am going to have to keep my eyes peeled for a funnel pitcher for our house (@ Baking Bites)

This chocolate chunk coffee cake looks amazing (@ Genesis of a Cook)

These brownies in a mug might be a fun dessert when we are entertaining (@ A Year of Crockpotting)

I want to try tie dying shirts with the kids one day (@ Motherhood for Dummies)

I loved this post on what is an appropriate food budget for a family of four (@ The Simple Dollar)

I love these little princess crowns and I know my daughter would too (@ The Homespun Heart)

I will now know what to do with the wooden boxes from the Melissa & Doug toys that the kids get for Christmas (@ Parent Hacks)

I love this dinosaur feet craft (@ Problem Solvin' Mom)

I have never tried cooking my rice this way, but I just might have to give this a shot (@ The Kitchn)

I love these fabric & button barrettes (@ belle & burger)

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I love this idea to get your kids mining to keep them busy (@ doobleh-vay)

I want to try Martha's peanut butter cookies (@ Mad About Martha)

I love these little crocheted slippers for a gift in a jiffy (@ My Longest Year)

I want to try this recipe for homemade watercolors (@ Dim Sum, Bagels, & Crawfish)

I had never heard of joining a yarn club before, but it sounds awfully addicting (@ whip up)

This breakfast muffin tin looks like a fun way to start the day (@ Muses of Megret)

These homemade breadsticks look like a fun addition to our spaghetti dinner (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

I adore this idea for a tooth fairy jar and just might have to steal it (@ Lost Button Studio via The Crafty Crow)

Using an egg carton to carry mini-cupcakes will make taking treats to school a lot easier (@ shelterrific)

I love this idea for adding a lazy susan feature to our board games (@ The Small Object)

This is a great list of tips for purchasing a sewing machine (@ shelterrific)

I love this mudroom made from a closet (@ ohdeedoh)

I want to try this recipe for Pat's French Toast (@ 4 Reluctant Entertainers)

I hit my 30th birthday this year, but it is never too late to read this list of thirty books to read before you turn thirty (@ Marc & Angel Hack Life)

I needed this reminder to be more prepared for the emergency situations in life (@ The Homespun Heart)

These inexpensive art ideas might just get replicated over here! (@ Simple Mom)

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I love this child's pool robe made from an old towel (@ Sew, Mama, Sew)

I am bookmarking these fun travel games for our next trip (@ ohdeedoh)

These peanut butter jars are such cute organizers (@ plumpudding)

This winter tree mural and tutorial is amazing (@ Waiting in the Capital)

I love this round-up of Olympic activities for the kids (@ Tip Junkie)

These white chocolate mochas would be a fun treat to share with friend (@ Baking Bites)

These ribbon hair clips would be so cute in my daughter's hair (@ the long thread)

I love this outlined placemat (@ ohdeedoh)

These thank you cards are such a cool idea (@ Let's Explore)

I would never think to use the slow cooker as a smoker (@ A Year of CrockPotting)

This tomato basil salad would be a great way to use up some of my tomatoes from my garden (@ 50's Housewife)

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This zebra cake would be a real crowd pleaser (@ Baking Bites)

I am loving this big boy room makeover (@ Mama K NJ)

I love these crocheted vases (@ My Lifetime via Craftzine)

Next year I want to grow enough tomatoes to can (@ The Artful Parent)

This sock monkey tutorial is great (@ Web Goddess)

This ragamuffin basket would look so cute in my daughter's room (@ A Soft Place to Land)

These apple stitched cards would make a great teacher gift (@ Make & Takes)

I had never seen making crayons in a large baking dish, but I might have to try this (@ Daily Danny)

I might be sprinkling some cinnamon in our sandbox this summer (@ Parent Hacks)

I love these frozen ice blocks and might have to do this one day with the kids (@ Pepper Paints)

This is a great post on how to budget your money (@ Organizing Connection)

We might have to do some Preschool Olympics here while watching the show (@ Let's Explore)

I really love this post office bag (@ elisie marley)

I still would love to try making soap sometime & these cupcake soaps are so cute (@ Soap Queen)

These felt crayon rolls would be a cute gift (@ Skip to My Lou)

My kids would love these homemade circus animal cookies (@ Vanilla Joy)

I love these fifty ways to have fun by yourself (@ The Simple Dollar)

These jam jar muffins would be a hit at any picnic (@ Cookbook Catchall)

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These newspaper party hats would be a fun craft to do with my daughter (@ Maya Made)

This rainy day rainbow would be a creative way to use up scrap paper (@ No time for flash cards)

I want to bookmark all of these new knitting projects (@ Knitty)

I want to attempt my first homemade pie crust (@ Saucy Eats)

We will have to put a hold on some of these kindergarten books at the library (@ Let's Explore)

These baby burp cloths would make a wonderful baby shower gift (@ Make & Takes)

These mini caramel apples would be a great snack for the kids (@ Flickr via Craftzine)

I am loving this sweet memory mobile (@ Polliwog's Cakewalk)

This crocheted wasp nest is such a great idea (@ Hankering for Yarn)

I want to try this recipe for buttermilk pancakes (@ shelterrific)

I am loving these tiny pinatas (@ not martha)

Here is another great example of what you can do with salad spinner painting (@ plum pudding)

This chalk paint looks like a winner for keeping the kids busy this summer (@ whatever)

I am going to have to remember this tip for how to relieve the mosquito bite itches (@ Parent Hacks)

I am really wanting to make some of these DIY dryer balls (@ Casa Sugar)

I want to try these gyros in the slow cooker (@ A Year of Crockpotting)

I love this use for old socks & it would be a fun craft to do with the kids too (@ DIY Maven)

This clay dough would be a great rainy day activity (@ Pepper Paints)

This pirate birthday party is such a cool theme (@ honeyflake via Crafty Crow)

I want to make some of these blueberry crumb bars or some of these blueberry pancakes (@ Smitten Kitchen)

I am hungry for ice cream sandwiches after seeing these (@ My Wooden Spoon)

I want to make this tic tac on the go box (@ Scribbit)

I am loving these iced coffee tips (@ The Kitchn)

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This is a great round-up of chore charts (@ Tip Junkie)

I am going to have to remember this formula for making a reusable ice pack (@ Home Ec 101)

This vanilla lemonade sounds refreshing & elegant (@ Inside a Black Apple)

We are going to have to try some of these ideas from this list of 100 things to do on a money free weekend (@ The Simple Dollar)

This idea for repurposing a bird bath is brilliant (@ Daily Danny)

I love this list of twenty fun craft ideas for July (@ Tip Nut)

I want to try making this foam-erator with my kids (@ betz white)

Knitting with rags sounds quite frugal (Coco Knits via Whip Up)

I think I could make these little pillows if I put a little effort into it (@ Sparkle Power)

I am loving these helpful transition tips for parents of kids entering kindergarten (@ Let's Explore)

This blueberry banana bread sounds like a winner for our family (@ Genesis of a Cook)

This Cool Whip and peanut butter dessert would be a great summer potluck dish (@ Bakerella)

These are some wonderful tips for taking the kiddos to the doctor (@ PsychMamma)

I want to make some of these NY Times perfect chocolate chip cookies with these changes (@ The Kitchn)

This recipe for sour cream scones sounds heavenly (@ Joy the Baker)

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I need to try making these flower cupcakes (@ My Sweet & Saucy)

I really like this five minute skirt tutorial (@ angry chicken)

I had never heard of BBQ chicken made with a white sauce (@ Serious Eats)

These banana crunch muffins look delicious (@ plumpudding)

If I could sew, I would make one of these fairy dresses (@ Wee Wonders)

I might have to take this baked french toast to our next potluck (@ Baking Bites)

I love these unique ideas for framing (@ Design Mom)

I think I might have to knit some of these ruby slippers (@ Frog in knots)

These paper pinwheels are so pretty (@ ohdeedoh)

This marinated tomatoes with linguine recipe would be great for my summer tomatoes (@ Serious Eats)

I love this tip for getting hair off the kids after a haircut. Can't wait to try it (@ Parent Hacks)

These light spiced blueberry muffins might be the ticket for a lower fat muffin for me (@ Cheap Healthy Good)

Someone else is overcoming their canning fears & a strawberry jam recipe (@ Paper Palate)

This oven fried chicken would be great for a picnic (@ Mad About Martha)

I love this tip for getting the corn off the cob (@ Simply Recipes)

This visual packing list for kids is genius (@ house on hill road)
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This farfalle with sausage, tomatoes, & cream would make a great weeknight dish (@ Paper Palate)

This list of summertime ideas is great for the grandparents (@ Grandparents)

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These strawberry yogurt pops look delicious (@ The Kitchn)

I am going to have to remember this idea for ways to decorate cupcakes for the Fourth of July (@ Inside A Black Apple)

We will have to make some pinwheels this summer (@ disdressed)

I want to try this recipe for these cinnamon scones (@ Meridian Ariel)

These oatmeal-butterscotch cookies would be a hit at our house (@ Baking Bites)

I love this list of places you can watch television for free (@ My Two Dollars)

I love these ideas for how to menu plan (@ Simple Mom)

This ice cream cake looks like a fun summer treat (@ 50s Housewife)

I really like these decoupaged letters (@ Grace Violet)

One of these days, I am going to get around to making some felt food (@ One Crafty Mumma)

Another really cool knitted sweater pattern (@ not martha)

I would like to try this recipe for faux Mrs. Field's Chocolate Chip Cookies (@ DIY Maven)

I want to try these frozen limeade slushies (@ Megret)

Another great knitting cause (@ Soule Mama)

I am going to have to make some of these other variations on Rice Krispie Treats (@ Make & Takes)

More fun dishcloth patterns and a tutorial on creating an embossed design (@ My Own Two Hands)

These spa pillows sound wonderful (@ Jane's Apron)

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I love this idea for keeping pests away in the garden without using harmful pesticides (@ Small Notebook)

These knitted tulip socks are so cute (@ The Purl Bee)

I didn't know about Sam's Club recycling your old electronic equipment- now I know what to do with our old stuff (@ Working Moms Against Guilt)

I love this idea for making your own liquid soap (@ CasaSugar)

I want to try making some bruschetta on the grill (@ Polliwog's Cakewalk)

This crocheted apple cozy is so cute (@ Sunnyside Ellen)

These mini chocolate cupcakes with cream cheese frosting look divine (@ Baking Bites)

I have never heard of using a salad spinner to make children's art (@ Brassy Apple)

This sewing machine cover tutorial is great (@ Not Nigella)

I want to make these Rice Krispies Cookies (@ plum pudding)

These terrariums are beautiful (@ sew nancy)

I like this idea for decoupaging a journal (@ Grace Violet)

I will have to remember these tips for flying with toddlers (@ PsychMamma)

This banana chocolate chip ice cream sounds delicious (@ An Accident of Hope)

I want to try this recipe for making glue (@ DIY Maven)

I love these little job jars (@ Make & Takes)

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A few new reviews, a new entry, and another article have been posted:

Gimos Kidswear
XFLOWSION Exercise DVD
RuMe Reusable Bags
Surviving the Grocery Hike
Word Games Rule

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Knock, knock... don't worry, it's just housekeeping! I have a couple quick things to share with you...

It has been awhile since I have done a giveaway for our site. I am happy to announce that I am giving away a lifetime membership to PearBudget, an amazing new website where you can track your family finances. Don't worry- you don't even have to give them access to your bank account. This is just a simple straightforward budget sheet that you can use to track your expenses. Head over there by Wednesday and leave me a comment (entries that are left here cannot be included).

While you are over there, you can see our latest review on the Sony HDR-SR10 Camcorder! You have not lived until you have zoomed into your cat's nose and watched it in high definition. Yes, this is the first project that my husband did with it...you know, just to see if the zoom was really that awesome. And it was. But...the cat's nose? Boys!

On to the entries!!

These coffee pops sound like the perfect mommy treat for summer (@ Yum Sugar)

I love this guide on what organic foods to splurge for (@ Cheap Healthy Good)

Here is another great tutorial for a fabric car organizer (@ Finny Knits)

These activities for things to do with dandelions sound like a blast (@ Let's Explore)

These make-ahead shakes sound delicious (@ Everyday Food Storage)

These felt needle holders are so sweet (@ One Crafty Mumma)

These mason jar lights are so beautiful (@ Design Sponge)

I love this birthday bunting tutorial (@ MilkMonkey)

This reminder to entertain at home was much needed- read the comments for meals on the fly (@ Like Merchant Ships)

These ideas for water balloon fun sounded like a blast (@ MommySecrets)

I want to try this lemonade recipe and I love her post on hospitality with littles this week (@ The Homespun Heart)

I love this idea to use craft foam in the bathtub (@ Plum Pudding)

I am going to have to try these potato packets on the grill (@ With All I've Been Given)

I want to try this beautiful baby blanket pattern (@ Frugal Upstate)

The kids and I are going to have to try to make this homemade butter (@ ohdeedoh)

This tutorial on joining fabric strips is amazing (@ laughing purple goldfish)

I am loving this idea for spray painting plates (@ A Soft Place to Land)

This camera strap is so cool (@ house on hill road)

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This pattern for a bath puffy is so cute (@ t does wool)

I want to try using some of these awesome play dough tips (@ Organizing Connection)

These BBQ Beef Sandwiches look delicious (@ Simply Recipes)

I loved this list of ways you can help the flood victims (@ The Simple Dollar

I love everything about this summer birthday party theme- the recipes are linked here (@ ToddleBits)

Creating a you are special day for your kids is such a cool idea (@ Chocolate on My Cranium)

These fun sponges would be a great activity to make and play with outside (@ betz white)

I want to try this cake mix with Sprite in it (@ Bakerella)

We are going to have to have a toasty fire pit night for the family (@ Make & Takes)

I think playing with and learning about maps might be a fun activity for my son to do (@ Let's Explore)

I adore this idea rolodex and have a zillion ideas to fill one up already (@ blah blah blog)

I want to try making this dishcloth pattern (@ homespun living)

I am loving the frugal food series and love the zillion things to do with eggs (@ Frugal Upstate)

I love this reminder to get rid of my clutter- a commitment for me this year (@ Small Notebook)

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Where else am I this week?

WSBT: Finding a Frugal Hobby
Blissfully Domestic: Chore Charts for Tweens
Frugal Hacks: Beach & Fun in the Sun Reads
Kenmore: Throw An Asian Inspired BBQ

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These are some great ideas for teacher gifts for next year (hat tip to Parent Hacks, @ Midwest Mom)

I want to make this chalk paint with the kids (@ The Library Collective)

I want to try these pies in a jar (@ not martha)

This homemade no-bake cheesecake sounds delicious (@ Everyday Food Storage & Preparedness)

I love these ideas for things to do with your kids before they grow up (@ mommysecrets)

This cheese bread looks so yummy (@ Scribbit)

I really like these dishtowel crafts (@ Tip Nut)

Now this is the way to celebrate National Donut Day (@ Skip to My Lou)

The first adult sweater I have ever wanted to knit is finally here (@ Flint Knits)

These homemade dishtowels are so cute (@ Motherhood for Dummies)

I love this Father's Day project (@ Havin' Fun Yet?)

These boo boo bags would be another great teacher appreciation gift (@ Crafty Daisies)

The cutest embroidery pattern ever (@ Pimp Stitch)

These little travel suitcases would be great for the kids (@ Blue Yonder)

I need to make some strawberry shortcake this summer (@ Posie Gets Cozy)

A busy day activity with cornstarch and water (@ Pepper Paints)

This round-up of marinades looks great for all our summer grilling (@ Cheap Healthy Good)

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This list of kid-friendly sites is incredible (@ Rocks in My Dryer)

These little traveling felt boards are too cute (@ Plum Pudding)

I love this acorn travel yarn holder (@ Craftzine)

I am loving this summer list (@ whatever)

These reversible headbands would really dress up my summer wardrobe (@ the long thread)

When I try my hand at embroidery, I want to try this Little Dutch Girl pattern (@ Badbirds)

These cupcake bath fizzies are the cutest things ever (@ Diary of a Crafty Chica)

This photo type case is stunning (@ A)

I want to try this recipe for grilled summer vegetables (@ Serious Eats)

These strawberry lemonade bars would be great for all the cookouts I go to or these vanilla cupcakes would make a sweet treat for myself (@ Baking Bites)

I love this knitted bunting pattern (hat tip to Craftzine @ Green Mountain Mama)

I am going to have to try these ice cream cupcakes (@ Joy the Baker)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I want to try this homemade bubble solution (@ Sparkle Power)

This post on booties for babies made me a little misty-eyed, as the beautiful Soule Mama always does (@ Soule Mama)

These decorated lampshades would be a cool and easy project to do (@ design sponge)

These homemade fudgesicles sound delicious (@ Serious Eats)

I love this formula for disinfecting your sink in a green way (@ ohdeedoh)

I love this idea for using your child's artwork on a cake (@ Bakerella)

I want to try this recipe for good old-fashioned burgers (@ The Kitchn)

This scarf pattern looks like a fun one, but I would need some more needles (@ bag 'n' trash)

I love this idea for displaying your child's artwork (@ ohdeedoh)

This craft room makeover is fun and thrifty- part one, part two, part three (@ Storybook Woods)

I love this Baby Yeti sweater pattern (@ Berroco)

I really like this idea for organizing your child's artwork (@ maya made)

These framed pictures would make the cutest teacher gift and display my child's talents (@ the long thread)

I want to try this recipe for homemade caramel corn (@ Sew Liberated)

This recipe for lemon squares will have to be tried in our house (@ Polliwog's Cakewalk)

I am loving this birthday theme and the ideas for the favors- perfect for my summer birthday for Ethan (@ Thompson Family-Life)

These ideas for practicing our writing are excellent (@ Blue Yonder)

This idea for blowing bubbles in the car is incredibly inventive (@ Parent Hacks)

I want to try this recipe for homemade soft pretzels (@ Pepper Paints)

I love my Dr. Scholl's sandals so I was excited to see these ideas for embellishing sandals (@ Mad About Martha)

This pattern for a baby blanket looks super cute and easy (@ Purl Bee)

I love these email cards and they would be perfect for all of these birthdays coming up (@ Make & Takes)

These honey bars sound delicious (@ Grace Violet)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I want to make this Honey Wheat Bread and Better Butter (@ More Than Survival, Choosing a Simple Life)

This recipe for Moroccan Spiced Chicken Breasts would be great for our summer grilling (@ Simply Recipes)

These recycled cake stands will be great for summer entertaining (@ Design Sponge)

I also want to try grilling some pizzas this summer (@ Paper Palate)

I would never think to use a cream whipper for making dishes lighter (@ Serious Eats)

I love these ideas for protecting seedlings in pop bottles (@ The Kitchn)

Another pizza crust recipe that I can try (@ Home Ec 101)

I love the idea of sharing a day at the wholesale club with a friend (@ 4 Reluctant Entertainers)

These photo coasters would be a great gift for the grandparents (@ Coffee Pot People courtesy of Crafzine)

These tips for washing the car are fabulous- this is a definite on my to-do list (@ Gather Little by Little)

When I figure out how to embroider, I am making these little tin can covers (@ elsie marley)

This cocoa coconut granola sounds delicious (@ Everybody Likes Sandwiches)

This baby onsie pillow would be a wonderful memento from our baby years (@ ohdeedoh)

I love this idea for celebrating your children sleeping through the night (@ The Homespun Heart)

I want to try these play dough cookies (@ The Loria Family Dialogues)

I love these tips for creating a morning routine (@ simple mom)

This list of summer activities for $1 or less is great (@ Baby Cheapskate)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I love these ideas for throwing a double birthday party and think I might make the daisies for Emily's next birthday (@ Very Merry Events)

Speaking of cupcakes, these little cupcake bites look sinfully delicious (@ Bakerella)

These flower pot treats are about the cutest darn thing I have ever seen (@ The Pioneer Woman Cooks)

I love these ideas for making a Sunday dinner special again (@ The Homespun Heart)

This housewarming basket is beautiful- I am going to be using her coffee filter idea (@ Like Merchant Ships)

This ride-on toy makeover is amazing (@ Ohdeedoh)

I want to try these whole wheat buttermilk pancakes (@ Cheap Healthy Good)

I love this idea for forming a support group to get stuff done around the house (@ i am bossy)

I want to make this oilcloth lunch bag (@ Skip to My Lou)

I love these directions for cooking brown rice (@ angry chicken)

I adore this recycled bird feeder (@ Daily Danny)

I will have to plant some of these low-maintenance perennials (@ Unclutterer)

I am going to have to do some of these ideas for making a fun baking day with the kids (@ Megret)

These easy no sew draperies are so cute (@ Blissfully Domestic)

I want to try knitting these wedding washcloths (@ The Purl Bee)

We are going to try some of these recipes for homemade art supplies (@ DIY Maven)

Another fun rainy day activity, making rainsticks and eating some of these pop up pancakes (@ Make & Takes)

This creamy spinach rigatoni sounds delicious (@ Motherhood for Dummies)

I love this post on the hidden side of our stuff (@ Think Simple Now)

The kids & I are going to need to do this painting project (@ The Artful Parent)

I want to try this buttercream icing recipe soon (@ Mad About Martha)

I need to make a copy of this free scarf pattern (@ Vickie Howell)

I really needed this reminder to be different (@ Down to Earth)

Labels: Favorites, Notebook

I love these ideas for what to do with all your children's art (@ Design Mom)

I really like these DIY headboard ideas (@ DIY Maven)

I want to try this recipe for garlic & soy chicken thighs (@ Home Ec 101)

This is a great tutorial for taking measurements when sewing (@ Sew Mama Sew)

I love these tips for a beginner in organic gardening (@ Mad About Martha)

I am going to have to try this recipe for idiot margaritas (@ Jane's Apron)

This is a great little apron tutorial (@ The Feathered Nest)

This is a great comprehensive list of creative container gardening ideas (@ Tip Nut)

This hat embellishment is so beautiful (@ Berlin's Whimsy)

When I get the hang of this knitting thing, I will have to try these patterns for knitting fruit and vegetables (@ Bleu Arts)

These newborn hats are adorable (@ Rookie Moms)

I love this post on the importance of commenting on blogs- hint, hint for my sweet and lovely readers (@ i should be folding laundry)

This lemon poppy seed cake looks delicious- I heart her bundt pan (@ The