CupCakes for the Cure

More "Freshly Faked CupCakes" ! ..this time with a theme. Here in Georgia, it's time for the annual Relay for Life campaigns to raise money for cancer research. Last spring, I decided to decorate a set of my faux cupcakes using the pink ribbons that support breast cancer and sweet little pink fairies to either watch over someone fighting cancer or to give as a gift to a friend who has lost someone dear to this dreadful illness. My mama died from cancer years ago when I was still in my twenties. I keep one of these on my hutch. These sweet little "Cupcakes for the Cure" have once again been a real "treat" to make!

Linking these little pretties to Pink Saturday @ How Sweet the Sound 

Saturday Nite Special @ Funky Junk Interiors

The Sunday Showcase @ Under the Table and Dreaming

Metamorphasis Monday @ Between Naps on the Porch 
Spotlight Yourself @ It's so Very Cheri 
Alphabe-Thursday @ Jenny Matlock

The Evil Eye...

Note to Self: When mashing that button on top to begin to spray paint, point that hole AWAY from your face and designer eyeglasses. Geeze Louise. I get so tired of being the entertainment everywhere I go. It slap wears me out. Luckily I had not shaken the new can enough and all that came out was clear goo. It took some scrubbin'...but it all came off of my glasses.  (loud exhale with puffed out cheeks)

O is for OOPS!...

Linking to Alphabe-Thursday @ Jenny Matlock 

White Wednesday @ Faded Charm

Great Mother's Day Gift to Make

As you can tell by the date, Grandson and I made this little lovely several years ago. We made the original one for Oldest Daughter for Mother's Day that year. It didn't take me long into the process to know that I wanted one, too! Even though I've had this for quite a while, I thought that it's still a delightful gift that is sure to please! Be sure to make one for yourself as well... It would be tough to part with this little jewel!

Here's the step-by-step...

One 4x6 black and white photo with rub-on letters or a phrase along the top edge. Cut three 4x6 rectangles from white or cream cardstock.

I used letter rubber stamps to hand stamp my "definition" onto white cardstock. You could also print this from your computer.

Trace that precious little hand with a crayon onto white cardstock.

I used a different definition for each of us. I have a cheap paperback dictionary that I use to cut from for different projects. Allow a large border around the edges when you cut it out. Lay the cut paper on top of the hand print and pencil sketch a rectangle that is the size of the definition. Make a slit in the center and tear along your pencil line. Lightly ink the torn edges with an ink pad or marker. With adhesive, attach the definition to the back of the hand print with the definition showing through the opening. I used letter eyelet charms to spell out "age". You could also add a bit of white or cream acrylic paint to the letters and wipe away the excess if you'd rather the letters be lighter in color. I think Michael's still carries these letters by Making Memories. You could also print something similar from the computer or a small label sticker or rub-on. Add a sticker or rub-on number for the actual age. Later you will trim this to fit into the frame.

I had him draw a heart with a crayon. Notice from the lines that he first draws an open "m" for the top and then a "v" to make the bottom. Even to this day, he still draws a heart this way. So charming I think. I then told him to write his name inside. He said, "Gwanmama, can I write the "O" furss (first)?" "Honey, you surely can." answered his adoring grandmother. When Grandaddy walked in for lunch, he excitedly shouted, "Look Gwandaddy! We're making sump'in." umm.umm.umm. Don't date it yet.                     

Cut a piece of black cardstock to fit inside your frame. Mine is an 8x10. If your handprint is large, you'll of course need a bigger frame and maybe even a larger black grid in the center and a bit around the edges. I kept trimming my four 4x6 pieces until they fit into the frame. Ink all of the edges. Place the black cardstock inside your frame withOUT the glass. Trim the pieces to fit inside the frame. Make the top two the same size and the bottom two also equal to each other.  I used scrapbooking adhesive to attach the photo and cardstock pieces to the black cardstock, leaving a black grid in the center. Date the bottom right corner. Now you're all done! Frame and collect the compliments.

Thanks for visiting! I'm linking to these parties ..

Monday

Metamorphasis Monday @ Between Naps on the Porch

Just Something I Whipped Up @ The Girl Creative

I Made the World Cuter @ Making the World Cuter

Made It on Monday @ The Persimmon Perch

Market Yourself Monday @ Sumo's Sweet Stuff
Craftastic Monday @ Sew Can Do
Mosaic Monday @ The Little Red House
Made By You Monday @ Skip to My Lou
Mad Monday Skills @ Super Stinky Boys

Tuesday
Do It Yourself Day @ A Soft Place to Land
Toot Your Horn Tuesday @ A Silly Little Sparrow
Get Your Craft On @ Today's Creative Blog
Anything Related @ All Thingz Related
Talented Tuesday @ My Frugal Family
Nifty Thrifty Tuesday @ Coastal Charm
Tutorial Tuesday @ Hope Studios
Wednesday
White Wednesday @ Faded Charm
Spotlight Yourself @ It's So Very Cheri
Whatever Goes @ Someday Crafts
Show and Tell @ Blue Cricket Design
Wednesday Boardwalk Bragfest @ Bobbypins Boardwalk
We Did It @ Sew Much Ado
Idea Sharin Wednesday @ Women Who Do It All
Sunday

The Sunday Showcase @ Under the Table and Dreaming

and

Mother's Day Ideas @ Somewhat Simple

A Fabric Necklace for Me

I repeat. I looove making fabric flowers! Tear strips, twist-gather-coil, stitch together as you go. Repeat. The end.

Linking with Pink Saturday @ How Sweet the Sound 

Check Me Out Saturday @ A Vision to Remember 

Saturday is Craft Day @ Along for the Ride

Get Inspired @ Sew Dang Cute

The Sunday Showcase @ Under the Table and Dreaming

Sundae Scoop @ I Heart Naptime

I left you a note...

Grandson was leaving to go home last night. I knew that he paused in the dining room, but I didn't know why... or even really think about it. He turned back to look at me and said, "Gwanmama, look right here when you get up. I left you a note!" Well, it didn't take me two shakes of a lamb's tail to jump up and go look to see what he had written...

There in the pollen (really. I had just dusted it last weekend!) on my buffet was what I read as Grandmama loves Josh. He said, "You're s'pose to write your names and a heart when you love each other." Oh.My.Gosh... That's it. I will never dust the top of that buffet again. My note is there to stay forever!

Linked up to WooHoo Wednesday @ Always Nesting

Alphabe-Thursday @ Jenny Matlock

Counting My Blessings Stitchalong

another stitchalong! YAY! I missed the last one and it seemed that every other place that I landed in BlogLand, someone else was posting their progress on their "39 Squares" and got "jealous-er and  jelous-er". not good. I had even bought the supplies to do one on my own. So I'm all ready to start on this new one! This one's theme is to stitch a blessing in each square of your grid. The hostess is going to do a 10x10 grid! Wow! That's a 100 squares and blessings! She recommends saying a "thank you" prayer for each particular blessing as you stitch. I love this idea! What a delightful way to really think and notice what your many blessing are! Go here for more information and to sign up. I can hardly wait to begin!

Spread a Little Sunshine

 Not Just Paper and Glue really surprised me by passing the Sunshine Award to ME! Thank you , sweet Tammy! I googled the award and found that "The Sunshine Award is awarded to bloggers whose positivity and creativity inspire others in the blogging world."  Wow! What an honor! The rules once this award is received are as follows:

1. Post the logo on blog.
2. Pass the award on to 12 fellow bloggers.
3. Link the nominees.
4. Let nominees know they have won this award by commenting on their blog.
5. Share the love and link to the person you received this award from.

How in the world do you pick only 12?! Here goes...

  1. The White Bench
  2. 52 Flea
  3. All Thingz Related
  4. The Shabby Chic Cottage
  5. Miss Mustard Seed
  6. LollyChops
  7. Rhonna Designs
  8. Cherry's Jubilee
  9. Inspire Co
10. Mondo Cherry
11. The Adventures of Blue Girl xo
12. Miss Rhea's Sweet and Shabby Roses
If you're unfamiliar with some of these blogs, give them a visit because I just bet you'll be inspired!

Organza Flower Pins

I looove making fabric flowers!

These little pretties are fun to add to your bags and clothes! You can be find them in my Etsy Shoppe.

 I am linking to these parties...

Saturday-Monday

Weekend Wrap Up @ I Heart Naptime

Monday

Just Something I Whipped Up @ The Girl Creative

I Made the World Cuter @ Making the World Cuter

Made It on Monday @ The Persimmon Perch

Market Yourself Monday @ Sumo's Sweet Stuff
Mosaic Monday @ The Little Red House
Made By You Monday @ Skip to My Lou

Loving Pomplamoose this Afternoon

Scroll ALL the way to the bottom and turn off my music and enjoy these delightful videos!

Youngest One Goes to His Prom

Linking with Pink Saturday @ How Sweet the Sound

Mosaic Monday @ The Little Red House

2009 All Tied Up

checked and rechecked. done. filed away.

Happy 101 Blog Award

I'm so honored! The Prairie Maid surprised me this morning by listing Live. Laugh. Make Something as one of her favorite Happy blogs. Awwwww! What a sweetie she is! Drop in at her place one day this week and tell her that I sent you...

I researched a bit, but I couldn't find the origin of this delightful award. I did find out that first I am to list 10 things that make me happy. What a great way to get to know each other a bit better! Next I am to list 10 blogs that make me happy. (How will I ever narrow it down to 10?)  I am to visit these and leave a comment that I have awarded them the "Happy 101 Blog" award.  Hopefully I'll list some that are new to you so that you can find a new happy place to land and enjoy while getting inspired at the same time. Here I go...

10 things that make me happy:

1 . a family member saying "I love yoy!" before I say it first.

2.  Diet Dr. Pepper. Cold, on ice, with a straw.

3.  Boat rides on Lake Burton in the North Georgia Mountains.

4. old family photos

5. "Playing House". setting up our home to feel welcoming and charming.

6.  making things with my hands.

7.  travel and sightseeing. anywhere.

8. flea markets. the thrill of treasure hunting.

9.   homemade bread, cookies, cake and ice cream. trying to keep my shape, ya know.

10. laughing with my youg'uns. peeing optional.

10 blogs that make me happy

off the top of my head in no particular order:

If you visit, please leave a comment that Mary Beth at Live.Laugh. MakeSomething sent you!)

1. for her cottage decorating and crafting Sissie's Shabby Cottage

2. for her writing about her everyday life and her stunning scrapbook pages (She was on my original design team for my online scrapbook store.) Stephanie Howell at Just Me, My Soldier and our Two Little Chicks

3.  because she is such a sweet soul that always inspires me... I have followed her at least 10 years! Rebbeca Sower

4. for it's charm... Bailiwick Studio

5. College Daughter's sweet posts.  I know I'm her mama, but she has a charming way of expressing her thoughts and wishes (and there's lots of someday wants!). I'm Just Saying...

6. a new favorite for its charm and her creativeness Pink Roses...

7.  another original design team member of mine, Vee has excellent photography skills, 2 precious children and is VERY artsy/creative with a fun writing style... Creative Blessings

8. fun DIY ideas with great tutorials... Eighteen25   

9. so cheerful, charming and creative... Redberry Barn

10. for creativeness and tabletop styling... The Gathering Place Design

Bottlecap Cupcake PinCushions

I made these little pretties using the caps from bottles of water, felt, beads and stuffing. I joined all the pieces using embroidery stitches that my grandmama taught me when I was little.

Excuse me while I chasing a rabbit here... When I was little, I would sneak a hankerchief out of my daddy's drawer every once in a while... unfold it...  and using all the pretty stitches Mama B. had taught me, sew along ALL of the folds. Oh... and being so careful to take the time to change the ever-so-pretty color of embroidery thread for each and EVERY 3-inch fold. weeeeeeee. Then sooo proudly fold it back up and sneak it back into his drawer hoping that he would notice the improvements I had made to his man-hanky. Oh me. Bless his heart, he would stick it in his pocket and off to work he'd go....

ANYway... I adore these little pin cushions! They are so petite and charming! ...but best of all, no calories! They are available for purchase in my Etsy Shoppe. I also hope to have some headbands and fabric flower necklaces (shown in earlier posts) listed this week as well.

Thanks for visiting! I'm linking to these parties ...

Saturday 

Pink Saturday @ How Sweet the Sound 

Get Inspired @ Sew Dang Cute

Weekend Wrap Up @ Tatertots and Jello

Monday

Metamorphasis Monday @ Between Naps on the Porch

Make It for Monday @ Cottage Instincts

Just Something I Whipped Up @ The Girl Creative

I Made the World Cuter @ Making the World Cuter

Made It on Monday @ The Persimmon Perch

Market Yourself Monday @ Sumo's Sweet Stuff
Craftastic Monday @ Sew Can Do
Mosaic Monday @ The Little Red House
Made By You Monday @ Skip to My Lou

Tuesday
Do It Yourself Day @ A Soft Place to Land
Toot Your Horn Tuesday @ A Silly Little Sparrow
Get Your Craft On @ Today's Creative Blog
Anything Related @ All Thingz Related
Timeless Tuesday @ Paula Grace Designs
Wednesday
White Wednesday @ Faded Charm
REDnesday @ It's a Very Cherry World
Spotlight Yourself @ It's So Very Cheri
Whatever Goes @ Someday Crafts
Show and Tell @ Blue Cricket Design
Wednesday Boardwalk Bragfest @ Bobbypins Boardwalk
We Did It @ Sew Much Ado
show and Share @ Just a Girl
Idea Sharin Wednesday @ Women Who Do It All
Thursday
Alphabe-Thursday @ Jenny Matlock

Making Time to Create

A little while back, I made this clockface for my little chippy vintage scrapbook store. This project is much easier than it looks and adds a bit of whimsy to your creating space. Buy a basic clock with a fairly large number area. I found mine at Wal-Mart.

After removing the dome and hands, I traced the glass onto scrapbook paper to use as the new background. I also cut an extra circle to use for a practice face. I stamped the 12 and 6... then the 9 and 3 to anchor the other number placements. With the remaining numbers added, I noted any adjustments and re-stamped all the flowers onto the actual background. I then placed the stamped paper into the clock and put it back together. Yay! I now love it in my crafting room.

Linking to...

Strut Your Stuff Thursday @ Somewhat Simple

Feature Yourself Friday @ Fingerprints on the Fridge

I'm a Creative Cat @ Poppies at Play

It's a Hodgepodge Friday @ It's a Hodgepodge Life

Spring Has Sprung @ Fun To Craft

Friday Fun Finds @ KoJo Designs
Get Inspired @ Sew Dang Cute

Libby's Braided Headband with Flowers

                                                                            

Cute. Cheap. Easy... The BEST kind of girly craft, right? I made these for College Daughter. The two strips of the band are just braided fabric sewn to a piece of elastic across the back. There's a tutorial for this part at Smile and Wave. Then I just made three fabric flowers by twisting strips of the same fabric around and around and stitching the coils together and then onto the bands. Ta-Da! Get ready for all the compliments on your new headband!

Linking to...

Strut Your Stuff Thursday @ Somewhat Simple
Alphabe-Thursday @ Jenny Matlock

Feature Yourself Friday @ Fingerprints on the Fridge

I'm a Creative Cat @ Poppies at Play

It's a Hodgepodge Friday @ It's a Hodgepodge Life

Spring Has Sprung @ Fun To Craft

Friday Fun Finds @ KoJo Designs
Get Inspired @ Sew Dang Cute

Git the Strawberry Powder...

We keep Grandson after school until Oldest Daughter gets here from work (over an hour away in Atlanta, poor baby). Grandaddy picks him up from school and is interrogated all the way here about what we're having for supper and what we have for his snack today. (...a chef in the making?) Well, he comes in the door on this day and...

I'm in the kitchen wiping down the counters (again.). I hear the door slam and his heavy bookbag drop to the wooden den floor. He hollers into the kitchen saying, "Grandmama, Git out the strawberry powder. Grandaddy got some strawberries!!!" Gotta love him and those boy hands dipping into the confectioners suger with at least 12 hangnails on each finger. Next week, I'll take him to the pick-your-own patch. xoxo

Linking to REDnesday @ It's a Very Cherry World

Angelina

Hanging from the corner cupboard, Angelina quietly watches over my dining room. With her muslin dress and painted muslin body, she is primative shabby delicicious! Small stitches define her nose and brows and a coat of light peach acrylic paint is painted over her face, arms and legs. After getting a spray "tan" of tea, she and her dress dried outside in the warm sunshine. I roughly painted her tiny eyes and lips and outlined them with a black permenant pen. A nest of Spanish moss was glued atop her messy wavy "hair" while gold paint and black ink stars decorate the bottom of her gown. I gathered and cut a few twigs to sew to her back as wings. One of my favorite details is the string of cinnamon sticks and dried bay leaves I tied from hand to hand. Thank you, sweet Angelina for keeping my Dining Room under your watchiful gaze. I love you.

 

Thanks for visiting! I'm linking to these parties ...

Monday

It's So Very Creative @ It's So Very Cheri

Make It for Monday @ Cottage Instincts

Just Something I Whipped Up @ The Girl Creative

I Made the World Cuter @ Making the World Cuter

Made It on Monday @ The Persimmon Perch

Market Yourself Monday @ Sumo's Sweet Stuff
Mosaic Monday @ The Little Red House
Made By You Monday @ Skip to My Lou

Tuesday
Do It Yourself Day @ A Soft Place to Land
Toot Your Horn Tuesday @ A Silly Little Sparrow
Get Your Craft On @ Today's Creative Blog
Wednesday
White Wednesday @ Faded Charm
Show and Tell @ Blue Cricket Design
Wednesday Boardwalk Bragfest @ Bobbypins Boardwalk
We Did It @ Sew Much Ado
show and Share @ Just a Girl
Idea Sharin Wednesday @ Women Who Do It All

Peeps Show

...and what a Peeps Show it was. Those wacky Peeps.

Check out more pink at Pink Saturday @ How Sweet the Sound

Freshly Faked Cupcakes

ready for my Etsy Shop!... yummy and no calories!

Friday

make Your Monday @ The Twice Remembered Cottage
Cupcake Tuesday @ Hoosier Homemade
Three or More Tuesday @ The Gypsy's Corner
Feature Yourself Friday @ Fingerprints on the Fridge
I'm a Creative Cat @ Poppies at Play
It's a Hodgepodge Friday @ It's a Hodgepodge Life
Spring Has Sprung @ Fun To Craft
Friday Fun Finds @ KoJo Designs
Get Inspired @ Sew Dang Cute