tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16719993466445753992024-03-10T13:13:23.152-06:00stayathomeartist.comI make things. In my spare bedroom studio. Usually while wearing pajamas.Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.comBlogger486125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-59773026284996801822016-02-19T16:21:00.001-07:002016-02-19T16:21:56.883-07:00minted x pottery barn kids art challenge...<div style="text-align: center;">
Hello, poor little neglected blog!</div>
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I wish I had more time to post about all of my creative doings...but my two littles need me. I know they will grow up in a flash, so I keep reminding myself there will be more "me" time later. They will only be little once, but I will always be trying recipes and dreaming up projects to do. There is a time and a season for everything.</div>
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Right now, I have won the mom lottery (two kiddos napping at the same time!), so I thought I'd jump on to say hi and share one thing I have been working on. As you may know, <a href="http://www.minted.com/store/kaceykw">Minted.com</a> selects its artwork/stationery/fabric designs through design challenges. Artists submit their work, people vote, and editors choose favorites. The popular designs and jury picks are put up for sale. (I have two fabric/home decor designs available <a href="http://www.minted.com/store/kaceykw">here</a>.) The most recent artwork challenge included a partnership with Pottery Barn Kids & Pottery Barn Teen, so I carved out some time to enter a few designs...</div>
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If you'd like to vote on the designs, Minted is offering a coupon code for $25 off of a $50 purchase if you rate 50+ designs in this challenge. Pretty cool, huh?</div>
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(You can see all of the entries <a href="http://www.minted.com/challenge/262">here</a>.)</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-4808222707767459062016-01-05T21:30:00.000-07:002016-01-05T21:30:27.219-07:00stitch fix #3...<div style="text-align: center;">
Oh man. I haven't been able to post anything for awhile because I couldn't get my photos uploaded to my computer. (Technology...sheesh!) I finally got it sort of fixed, but now I'm all backed up on stuff to post. (Although, it's too late for my Christmas projects. Sniffle.)</div>
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Anyway, now that I'm no longer pregnant, I've been getting <a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">Stitch Fix</a> boxes again. Hooray! And I wanted to post about the clothing & accessories I've received so other <a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">Stitch Fixers</a> out there can request items they like. So here we go...</div>
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I got this <a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">Fix</a> in November 2015. It was probably my least favorite box I've ever gotten. :( But I did end up with one piece I love and wear ALL the time.</div>
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<b>Alice Blue Lucio Henley Blouse - <i>kept!</i></b></div>
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LOVE the floral print...and these tab sleeve blouses are so flattering I nearly always end up keeping them when I get one in a Fix. This is one of my favorite tops to wear right now.</div>
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<b>En Creme Pippa Open Cardigan - <i>returned</i></b></div>
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This cardigan was made of the coolest sweater knit fabric, but that's where the good news ends. It is an oversized style AND it was too big...so I pretty much looked like a bag lady in it. If you request this in your own <a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">Fix</a>, I'd ask for a size or two smaller.</div>
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<b>Fun2Fun Kittridge Lace Detail Blouse - <i>returned</i></b></div>
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I guess the stylist missed my request for NO sleeveless tops in my style profile. I could have worn a cardigan over it, but then the cute lace detail would be covered up...so I figured what's the point. The blouse is cut really nicely, though. A very flattering fit. If you wear sleeveless blouses, this is a good pick for you!</div>
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This was a tad small in the shoulders for me, so I couldn't keep it. I like the idea of a patterned blazer. This would be a super cute option for you ladies who need workwear.</div>
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<b>Level99 Blossom Flare Jean - <i>returned</i></b></div>
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I requested boot cut or straight leg jeans...and got flares? I dunno how that happened. They fit pretty well, but were about an inch shorter than I like. And I have a ton of pairs of flared jeans (in about 4 or 5 different sizes *cough*), so I passed on these.</div>
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So...while this wasn't my best <a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">Fix</a>, I still ended up with a top I adore and I didn't have to take my two little kids shopping. That's a win in my book! If you'd like to give <a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">Stitch Fix</a> a try, click <a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">HERE</a> for my referral link. It's fun to have new wardrobe options just show up at your door. :)</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-54489612873069288712015-11-19T14:22:00.000-07:002015-11-19T14:24:05.487-07:00a few sewing projects for baby...<div style="text-align: center;">
I didn't get to the vast majority of my baby project list before my little girl was born, but I did get a wee bit of sewing done this summer.</div>
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Here are a few of my popular <a href="http://www.stayathomeartist.com/2012/07/reversible-flannel-receiving-blankets.html">reversible flannel receiving blankets</a>...</div>
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Done in girlie fabrics, of course.</div>
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And I also made some <a href="http://www.stayathomeartist.com/2012/09/center-stripe-changing-pad-cover.html">center stripe changing pad covers</a>.</div>
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This fabric reminds me of rick-rack. So cute.</div>
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And I made a quilt top using these lovely fabrics (and a few others not pictured)...</div>
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The quilt is basted and just sitting by my sewing machine, waiting to be quilted and bound. Hopefully I will get to that soon. But with a cuddle bug newborn and a potty training toddler to attend to, I have virtually zero time to myself these days. I'm just itching to tackle my to-do list...patience is difficult!</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-17438496605646696992015-10-22T21:26:00.001-06:002015-10-22T21:27:07.834-06:00she's here...<div style="text-align: center;">
My sweet little girl arrived earlier this month!</div>
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We are so in love with her.</div>
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Isn't her hair the best?!</div>
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She actually has both a mohawk and a mullet...<br />
not too many people can pull that off. ;)</div>
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The delivery went wonderfully, I'm recovering quickly, and my daughter is a delight. Plus, big brother seems to be adjusting well. I have the most darling little family.</div>
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Life is good!</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-6357999229336561412015-09-30T11:34:00.000-06:002015-09-30T11:34:17.163-06:00plywood porch pumpkins...<div style="text-align: center;">
Can you believe October starts tomorrow?!</div>
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The summer and early fall have just flown by.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>(And Baby Girl will be here any day now...eek!!!)</i></span></div>
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I haven't done many projects outside of a little baby sewing (which I will share later), but one of my friends hosted a fun craft night. She had a bunch of project kits to choose from...I went for these adorable plywood porch pumpkins.</div>
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It would be so easy to make these on your own if you have the right tools. </div>
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<li>Cut pumpkin shapes and stems out of plywood. (Mine were already cut for me.)</li>
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My new house is still mostly undecorated (I just haven't felt up to it...), but at least I have a little bit of cute fall decor on the porch!</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-5182103082561557382015-08-21T15:52:00.000-06:002015-08-21T16:00:22.222-06:00rick-rack trimmed car seat canopy...<div style="text-align: center;">
I'm finally getting in gear and working on some baby girl projects.</div>
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<i>HOORAY!</i></div>
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This car seat canopy turned out so gosh-darn cute.</div>
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This tutorial is very similar to my original <a href="http://www.stayathomeartist.com/2012/11/car-seat-canopy.html">car seat canopy</a>, but I updated some of the measurements and added adorable rick-rack trim.</div>
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For this project you will need:</div>
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Two co-ordinating fabrics (1 1/4 yards each)</div>
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Jumbo rick-rack trim (5 yards)</div>
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Start by cutting your co-ordinating fabrics into 40 x 35.5 inch rectangles.</div>
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Place them right sides together, then use a bowl to round the corners.</div>
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Pin your rick-rack around the inside edge of the bottom fabric.</div>
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(This is the most tedious part of the whole project. Blerg!)</div>
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I made sure I could see the edge of the fabric in each dip, but I wish I would have gone a little deeper. (It has to be pinned in farther than you think, so when you turn it right-side out, the trim actually shows.)</div>
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Next sew 1/4" all the way around, leaving a gap for turning.</div>
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Clip the corners to reduce bulk, then turn it right side out.</div>
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Press the entire canopy with your iron so it's nice and flat, then topstitch 1/8" all the way around.</div>
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Cut four 8 x 4 inch rectangles from one of your fabrics (I went with the contrasting print.), and press the top edge about 1/2" to the back.</div>
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Pin rick-rack to the right side of the fabric down each long side, leaving a little extra hanging over the top folded edge. (You will tuck it in later.)</div>
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Pin one of the other 8 x 4 rectangles on top.</div>
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Clip the corners, turn right side out, and press with your iron.</div>
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Tuck in & pin the edges of the rick-rack at the top, then topstitch 1/8" all the way around the strap.</div>
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Sew one to the top of your strap, and then make sure to sew the other to the bottom of your strap <b><i>on the opposite side</i></b>, so when you fold the strap the hook and loop sides meet.</div>
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Next, you will need to position the straps so they will fit around the handle of your car seat. If you have the seat you are going to use, you can create a custom fit so the straps attach to the handle just the way you like. Here are the measurements I used:</div>
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(Be aware I like mine a little further apart so the straps aren't in the way of the hand grip. If you are making one as a gift, you may want to scootch them toward the middle a little bit.)</div>
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Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-83911819173530060482015-07-20T14:16:00.003-06:002015-07-20T14:20:24.675-06:00baby on board...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I recently passed the third trimester mark.</div>
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I have been <b><i>EXTREMELY</i></b> tired this time around. I imagine chasing after a 2.5 year old all day makes it even more exhausting. Oh--and I'm older. ;) </div>
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"I think I can, I think I can, I think I can..."</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-25503764345864541862015-06-05T13:03:00.000-06:002015-06-05T13:03:15.653-06:00my tangle & looping scrawl fabrics are now available...<div style="text-align: center;">
It's so crazy to see my own fabric designs available for purchase on <a href="http://www.minted.com/store/kaceykw">Minted.com</a>!</div>
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You can see all of the color ways by clicking the images below...</div>
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Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-64663170202073484312015-04-28T16:01:00.002-06:002015-04-28T16:03:57.180-06:00lots of BIG news...<div style="text-align: center;">
It's been a long, LONG time since I posted...</div>
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but there has been a lot going on in my world.</div>
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The biggest news?</div>
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My belly! :)</div>
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I can't tell you how happy & blessed my little family feels to add a sweet baby girl to the mix. It's been a long journey to have kids... Miracles are real, folks.</div>
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Also, we <i>finally </i>moved into our brand new house!</div>
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Moving while sick & pregnant was a challenge to say the least. Yikes. Thank heaven for my husband, parents, little brother, and a couple of kind friends who helped SO much. The nausea has subsided in the past few days, so get ready for lots of decorating and baby girl projects in the very near future!</div>
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Well, two of my designs were picked to be sold on Minted.com!!!</div>
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Yay! Thanks for letting me share my happy thoughts.</div>
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(I've missed this dear blog-o'-mine!)</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-58444008327772868032015-01-20T10:57:00.001-07:002015-01-20T10:57:25.369-07:00fabric design...<div style="text-align: center;">
I have been a busy little bee lately, but haven't had much opportunity to share what I've been working on. Here's the scoop...</div>
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I asked for a sewing machine for my birthday nearly five years ago. It was then that the world of fabric was opened to me. I remember thinking, "I had no idea all this cute fabric existed. Wouldn't it be fun to design all these patterns?" Ever since then, I've had fabric design hanging out in the back of my mind. I realized I would need to learn how to design pattern repeats and how to use Adobe Illustrator. Recently, I've really worked to make those things happen. </div>
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My Illustrator skills are still basic, but the only way to learn is to keep trying. So when I saw a contest for fabric designs on minted.com...I decided to give it a shot!</div>
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Here are my designs. </div>
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Some are more successful than others, but I had a blast working on them.</div>
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Minted challenge winners are determined by popular vote. Any one can head over to the challenge entries and rate the designs from 1-5. If you'd like to support me, <a href="http://www.minted.com/challenge/195?filter=all&sort=votedesc">my designs are located on this page</a>. However, I encourage you to vote for any that you really like. There are a lot of really great patterns! Voting for this challenge ends 2/9/15.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">(Sidenote: I also have a referral code if you want to make a purchase...</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.minted.com/referral/landing/9df3qv"><span style="font-size: x-small;">http://www.minted.com/referral/landing/9df3qv</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">If you use the link, you can get $25 off of your first Minted purchase of $50 or more.)</span></div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-75590666749153661452014-12-21T23:27:00.000-07:002014-12-21T23:27:56.062-07:00children's artwork ornaments...<div style="text-align: center;">
Here is a super easy way to turn your kiddo's artwork into a Christmas ornament that you can treasure for years to come!</div>
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First, I picked up some balsa wood ornament shapes from Hobby Lobby. Then, I had my toddler sponge paint on some sturdy paper.</div>
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(Since I knew I wanted to use it for an ornament, I gave him paints in Christmas-y colors. However, you could easily use any random artwork your child has already done.)</div>
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Next, I painted my wood ornaments...</div>
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...and cut circles out of my little guy's painting.</div>
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Finally, I mod podged the paper circles to my ornaments. I brushed the podge on the back of the paper & the surface of the ornament, pressed the paper until it held, then podged over the entire surface to seal it all down.</div>
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This project is SO fast. We made one for our tree and one for each set of grandparents, but you could easily crank out a bunch of these to give to lots of family members. It makes for a great little holiday keepsake.</div>
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Merry Christmas!</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-91126903397896395322014-11-22T19:35:00.000-07:002014-11-22T19:35:43.951-07:00Christmas printables...<div style="text-align: center;">
We got our first snow of the winter season last week. Even though we haven't celebrated Thanksgiving yet, I caved and turned on the Christmas music while drawing with my son as the snowflakes fell outside.</div>
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And I also made some Christmas-y printables for my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PrintablePearl?ref=shopsection_shophome_leftnav">Etsy shop</a>.</div>
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I couldn't help myself!</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">(Don't worry - I adore Thanksgiving and will celebrate it properly despite my premature Christmas carol enjoyment.)</span></div>
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I looooooove the movie <i>Elf</i>. It's delightfully quotable.</div>
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And words from a classic carol seemed perfect for this simple design.</div>
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(If you're from upstate NY--bless your heart!)</div>
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Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-31966902916123266712014-11-06T09:55:00.000-07:002014-11-06T09:55:32.801-07:00a pretty leaf...<div style="text-align: center;">
I love that my son is the kind of kid that will pick up a pretty leaf on an autumn walk and carry it all the way home with him.</div>
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He stops to look at the color of the sky.</div>
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He notices the shape of the clouds.</div>
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He is captivated by a bird in flight.</div>
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He carefully watches a bug crawling in a crack in the sidewalk.</div>
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He <i>sees</i> things. </div>
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And he helps me remember to see them, too.</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-6769482277703914932014-11-03T16:43:00.002-07:002014-11-03T16:50:25.261-07:00toddler quidditch costume...<div style="text-align: center;">
Oh goodness, life has been full of ups and downs lately.</div>
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My family has been working on a HUGE project...</div>
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building a new house!</div>
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We signed a contract to build, put our current house up for sale, sold it in 11 days, quickly found a temporary rental, made all of our architectural and design choices for the new house, and moved out all in the last month and a half or so. It has been INSANE. (And that doesn't even include all of the non-house related life events going on...)</div>
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In all the craziness, I did actually manage to plan Halloween costumes, but they didn't get finished until the night before (of course). My little man's costume was a big hit, though!</div>
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My son is almost 2 and very opinionated, so I knew I had to keep it simple. No hats, masks, face paint, etc. OBVIOUSLY a Ron Weasley costume was in order. He is a ginger, after all. :) I wanted to do something different than the usual black Hogwarts robe & wand, so I went with Ron Weasley--Gryffidor Quidditch keeper.</div>
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As I said, the costume was done last minute so I don't have a tutorial, but I can give a basic description of what I did. The broom was easy peasy. I bought a wood dowel and a grapevine decoration (in the wreath department) at the craft store. The dowel got some brown craft paint, then I hot glued the grapevine twigs to the bottom. I wrapped some grosgrain ribbon around the twigs to keep them secure and to give it that "broom" look.</div>
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For the quidditch uniform, I used an XL men's tee for the fabric. I used one of my kiddo's shirts to trace the pattern for the sleeveless top and quickly sewed that up, not bothering to hem anything since it's just a costume and knit won't fray. Then I used extra fabric from the original tee to create the robe/cape effect in the back. I just gathered the top, then sewed it to the hem.</div>
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The yellow lettering was done with fabric paint & freezer paper stencils. (Check <a href="http://www.stayathomeartist.com/2011/07/stencil-with-freezer-paper-harry-potter.html">here</a> for a freezer paper stenciling tutorial and <a href="http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/963872/patriotic-stenciled-tees-with-free-templates">here</a> for info on how to run freezer paper through your home printer!)</div>
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I also stenciled these "Gryffindor Quidditch" baseball tees for my husband & I to wear. We were just supporting cast members...we all know the cute kid is the star of the show.</div>
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I'm excited to get into my new house in a few months so I can finally get some crafty posts up. I know there will be TONS of little decorating projects to do. Can't wait!</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-47134254242632527462014-08-25T12:25:00.002-06:002014-08-25T12:26:52.259-06:00just making new stuff...<div style="text-align: center;">
I have been focusing the brief moments I have to create on making items for my Etsy shops, hence the lack of project tutorials and printables on the ol' blog. But I miss my dear blog! So I'll have to get my seasonal decor juices flowing now that fall is right around the corner. I love decorating for fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Such a fun, crafty time of year!</div>
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Anyway, I thought I'd post a few peeks at what I have been making...</div>
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Cute mermaids & ballerinas,</div>
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Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-7651601349059586512014-07-16T12:25:00.000-06:002014-07-16T12:39:15.130-06:00make the best rice krispie treats ever...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I tried what claimed to be "the best rice krispie treat recipe" that I found on Pinterest and was totally underwhelmed. The recipe called for marshmallow fluff rather than mini marshmallows. The flavor was good and I liked how the fluff really coated each krispie, but the texture was way off. The squares kind of crumbled apart and they lacked the great stretch and chew that a good rice krispie treat needs.</div>
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I decided it was imperative to come up with a better rice krispie treat recipe. They turned out awesome! I combined marshmallow fluff and mini marshmallows to get the best of both worlds. Also, the cafe at my husband's workplace has pretty good krispie treats, and I've noticed that they have little pockets of marshmallow inside...so I achieved that extra surprise of marshmallow goodness by throwing in some additional marshmallows after the melted marshmallow mixture and cereal are combined.</div>
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This is now my go-to rice krispie treat recipe. Super simple and really tasty. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">The Best Rice Krispie Treats Ever</span></b></div>
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4 Tablespoons butter</div>
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1 small (7 oz.) jar marshmallow fluff</div>
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1 (10 oz.) bag mini marshmallows (you'll use half the bag + an additional hand full or two)</div>
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8 cups crisp rice cereal</div>
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In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add the entire jar of fluff and half the bag of mini marshmallows and stir until mostly smooth and well combined.</div>
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Remove from heat and add cereal 4 cups at a time. Mix until cereal is coated with marshmallow, then throw in an extra handful or two of mini marshmallows and stir.</div>
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Press cereal mixture into a 9x13 pyrex pan.* Allow to cool, then cut into squares and enjoy.</div>
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*Tip: The hot sticky marshmallow can be tricky to spread with a spoon. You can put your hand inside a sandwich baggie, lightly spritz the baggie with cooking spray, and then press the cereal treats down with your baggie-covered hand. Works like a charm!</div>
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(Now I just need to come up with a peanut butter version...YUM!)</div>
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I received my second <a href="http://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">Stitch Fix</a> order this week!</div>
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This time I asked for a bunch of specific items and I thought the stylist did a really great job trying to find pieces to fit my requests.</div>
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I also changed my style profile settings to clothing only--no accessories. I don't like to spend a lot on trendy jewelry and scarves. I'm happy with my Target and Forever 21 finds. :)</div>
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<b>Market & Spruce Dash Button-Front Chambray Shirt</b> <i>(returned)</i></div>
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I asked for a chambray shirt that was more tunic style, than full button down. The fabric was soooo high quality--amazing to the touch. Unfortunately, I struggle to find button downs that fit well and this one was no exception. Too small across the chest. I also decided I didn't love the color...I think I would prefer a grayer chambray.</div>
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<b>Ezra Ritz Mixed Pattern Front Pocket Knit Shirt</b> <i>(returned)</i></div>
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The mixed prints are so cute and I had some tees just like this on my Pinterest board, so I really wanted to like this. However, this top is cut so strangely. I have a couple of loose drapey tees that I love, but this one is the weirdest shape. You can see that the back polka dot piece is cut larger than the front stripe piece...it just hung really awkwardly. I don't need any extra awkwardness in my life. ;)</div>
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<b>41Hawthorne Ivy Abstract Triangle Print Tab-Sleeve Blouse</b> <i>(kept!)</i></div>
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When I opened the package, I crossed my fingers that this top would fit because it was my favorite at first glance. I asked for a top with a bold black & white geometric print, and I like this print a lot. It fits perfectly and the cut is really slimming and flattering. I can't wait to wear it accented with a bright pop of color.</div>
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I requested a geometric or lattice patterned maxi, but the stylist said they didn't have any in stock so she sent this solid colored one instead. I was not impressed. The knit fabric is very thin. I frequently sew my own maxi skirts and the jersey knit I get from JoAnn is better quality. Good knits with trendy patterns can be hard to find, so that's why I requested a maxi in a print. I think I'll just stick to sewing my own (for a fraction of the cost) from now on.</div>
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<b>Kut from the Kloth Jenna Bermuda Short</b> <i>(returned...sniffle.)</i></div>
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I have super long legs, so finding jeans and shorts that are long enough in the inseam AND rise is a practically impossible task. I asked my stylist for a pair of colored bermuda shorts, not expecting her to be able to find any that would fit. Imagine my surprise when these fit really well! I was tempted to keep them...but I just don't love the color. The red is really orange-y and doesn't look amazing with the skin tone of my legs. And it also doesn't really jive with the other pieces in my wardrobe. I am bummed to send them back. (Google revealed to me that these shorts also come in teal, which would have been perfect. Drat!)</div>
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Anyway, thanks for tolerating my <a href="http://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">Stitch Fix</a> excitement. </div>
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If you want to try it out, use one of my <a href="http://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">links</a> and I get a $25 store credit. :)</div>
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If you don't know what I'm even talking about, check out my <a href="http://www.stayathomeartist.com/2014/06/stitch-fix-review-1.html">Stitch Fix Review #1 here</a> for the details.</div>
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Have you heard of <a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3854481">Stitch Fix</a>?</div>
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It's basically an online shopping service where a stylist picks out clothes/accessories for you, sends 5 items in a cute little box to your door, you try everything on, keep what you like and send back what you don't in a handy prepaid envelope. It costs $20, but that money goes toward whatever purchases you make.</div>
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I recently got rid of most of my clothes in The Great Closet Purge of 2014 and thought Stitch Fix would be a fun way to find some high quality pieces that I really loved. (Clearance rack tees can only get you so far in life...I was NOT feeling very cute. Hence the purge.)</div>
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I filled out the style profile, linked up a Pinterest board of looks I love, and anxiously awaited my box of goodness. (And shamelessly checked out all the blog posts about Stitch Fix I could find while I waited for my Fix.) It actually shipped early...yay!</div>
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Each Fix comes with ideas of how to style each piece...pretty handy!</div>
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I decided to post what I received so other Stitch Fix googlers can see what I got. :)</div>
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<b>Pomelo Missy Polka Dot Tab-Sleeve Blouse</b> - <i>returned</i></div>
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I know it doesn't look like much lying on the table, but I thought this looked SO cute on. Mint green with cream polka dots--darling! However, it was too small across the back of the shoulders, so I couldn't move my arms freely. Bummer.</div>
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<b>Sweet Rain Isaac Floral Print Tab-Sleeve Blouse</b> - <i>kept!!</i></div>
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Once again, the shape doesn't look like much...but it is so flattering! I love the print, the colors, the tab sleeves. I feel really pretty in it. I'm excited to wear it all summer, then I can throw a cardi over as the weather changes. Had to keep it.</div>
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While I like the colors, I just didn't see myself getting a ton of use out of this necklace. And I'm cheap when it comes to trendy accessories...don't want to invest money into pieces that will go out of style quickly. Nice quality, but not for me.<br />
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<b>Renee C Malcom Abstract Chevron Dolman Sleeve Top</b> - <i>returned</i></div>
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This top is tight on the hips, then blouse-y on top which actually works well for the post-baby midsection. Unfortunately, I don't like the print at all. I love color, but these read kind of juvenile. Plus, the dolman sleeves had too much fabric for my taste. I felt like a bat. No thanks.<br />
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<b>Papermoon Remmie Multi-Color Chevron Print Max Skirt</b> - <i>returned</i></div>
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I know people love chevron...but I'm kinda over it. And this particular chevron print is NOT my favorite, to put it nicely. It's a shame the pattern wasn't my style, because the fabric was a nice quality and it fit perfectly!</div>
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Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-65916041652851670312014-06-12T11:25:00.000-06:002014-06-12T11:34:56.908-06:00light & delicious chicken salad...<div style="text-align: center;">
My mom developed this recipe awhile back when we threw a luncheon after my son's baby blessing. It was a huge hit!</div>
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I made it again last night with my own tweaks and we're enjoying the sandwiches again for lunch today with no complaints. You know a recipe is good when people are excited for leftovers. :)</div>
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3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded*<br />
2 stalks celery, finely chopped<br />
2 green onions, finely chopped<br />
1 cup red grapes, halved<br />
1/4 cup light mayonnaise<br />
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream (I prefer Naturally Yours brand.)<br />
1/4 cup skim milk<br />
1/4 cup cashew pieces or slivered almonds<br />
1/2 Tablespoon brown sugar<br />
1 Tablespoon lemon juice<br />
Salt & pepper to taste<br />
1-2 dashes Tabasco sauce or cayenne pepper to taste<br />
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Put shredded chicken and nuts in a large mixing bowl. Chop celery, green onions, and grapes and combine with ingredients in the bowl.</div>
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*Time saving tip: I frequently buy rotisserie chickens at Costco (so cheap!) and shred/freeze the already cooked chicken for future use. I always have cooked, shredded chicken ready to go for any recipe...including this one!<br />
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Do you ever throw your jeans in the washing machine because your grumpy, teething child just smushed applesauce all down the leg of your pants...only to realize halfway through the wash cycle that your phone was in your pocket?</div>
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Good times.</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-65972424816323862152014-03-17T19:18:00.002-06:002014-03-17T19:19:33.163-06:00animal nursery art prints...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've been drawing some cute little animal artworks to add to my print shop--<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PrintablePearl?ref=si_shop">The Printable Pearl</a>.</div>
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I think they would look darling in a baby's room!</div>
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Although this bunny would be perfect for spring/Easter decorating, too.</div>
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And foxes are supposed to de-throne the owl as the trendy nursery decor animal this year...</div>
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But don't worry, I drew some owls, too.</div>
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What other animals should I add to <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PrintablePearl/search?search_query=Animals&order=date_desc&view_type=gallery&ref=shop_search">the collection</a>?</div>
Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-61356961387793014172014-03-10T07:00:00.000-06:002014-03-10T07:00:12.394-06:00every kid loves new crayons...<div style="text-align: center;">
Ask my toddler if he wants to color and you will see a small boy lose his mind with happiness. Crayons are so exciting to him. Recently, I decided to buy him a brand new box with nice pointy tips, thinking that might make it easier for him to get color on the paper. (Besides--who doesn't LOVE new crayons?!)</div>
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Well, he enjoyed those pointy new crayons even more than I anticipated...</div>
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Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-27842731015100859382014-03-07T14:20:00.000-07:002014-03-07T14:20:16.437-07:00free printable st. patrick's day treat tags...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I've never been much of a St. Patrick's Day person, but it's fun to do little surprises on holidays now that I've got a kiddo in the house. And my son happens to be a redhead...so it's like I have my own little mischievous leprechaun! ;)</div>
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I just stapled mine to the top of a small treat bag, but you could punch a hole in the corner and tie it on to a bag of Skittles or box of Lucky Charms or whatever your little heart desires.</div>
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Click <a href="http://files.stayathomeartist.com/luckydaytags.pdf">HERE</a> to download the watermark-free file.</div>
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<br />Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-46110139192826813012014-03-04T23:23:00.001-07:002014-03-04T23:24:28.906-07:00toddler doodles...<div style="text-align: center;">
I bought a small magnetic drawing board for my kiddo in hopes of giving him something exciting and new to play with during a plane ride this past Christmas. It was a wise investment. He has loved it from the get go. And I love that I can let him doodle freely without worrying about an incident of mass destruction occurring if I take my eyes off of him for two seconds--it's mess-free!</div>
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Whenever I see his one of his darling scribbles inevitably laying on the floor somewhere, I always long to preserve the usually-short-lived cuteness. As I got my phone out to snap a picture, the artist himself decided to make a bit of a cameo...</div>
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Kaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666226335893292198noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1671999346644575399.post-4889981171526309722014-03-03T13:24:00.001-07:002014-03-03T13:28:38.796-07:00THIRTY!<div style="text-align: center;">
I recently had a birthday...the big 3-0.</div>
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It was a fabulous day that included Chinese food, Harry Potter, new accessories, polka dot Keds, Breyer's mint chocolate chip ice cream (the best ice cream in the land), a photo book of my favorite toddler, a long drive through the valley, an art museum, my cute little fam, and chocolate cupcakes. I <i>loved</i> it.</div>
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Some people freak out over turning 30, but I say bring it on. I don't wish I could go back to the past...I've already done all that! I'm looking forward to the future with faith and hope and excitement. I know there will be hard times, but there will be wonderful times, too.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Here's to the beginning of another decade of adventures!</span></b></div>
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