Showing posts with label addie. Show all posts
Showing posts with label addie. Show all posts
Wednesday
Get Excited - Addie is back.
The summer goes by pretty slowly when you don't have internet access in your new home -
and when the closest person you know lives 5 hours away.
But it is the absolute WORST when -
you live in Washington D.C. and your husband lives in Dallas.
Needless to say, I'm thrilled to be back.
And you have reason to be stoked out of your panties,
because we are celebrating the coming birth of
BABY G
with a lawn party at sunset.
With, you know, how about
the best sugar cookie recipe ever.
homemade limeade.
printable templates for your own party.
a tutorial on making probably the cutest fan flowers.
And after tomorrow, you better believe I'm going to share
this goodness and more with you.
Stay Tuned.
The Sissies are Back.
Thursday
freebie friday - printable spa mask template
Are you looking for basically the cutest way to welcome guests?
Try these easy, easy, easy "spa" masks!
Emily and I made them for a "Girl's Weekend."
And they were a hit! Of course! Check them out...
Begin with the printable template...
Cut it out and trace it on your favorite fabric and some soft flannel...
Place right sides together. Sew. Flip inside out. Iron.
And VOILA! Cutest ever, right?
A sweet little welcoming gift for your guests!
If I can do it, ANYBODY can do it!
HAVE FUN!
Sunday
quotable monday - destiny
I got a book from my Grandma and she had this quote circled inside.
She lived with more enthusiasm and love of life than anybody I am ever likely to meet.
I thought this quote was a beautiful testament of her life,
And I wanted to share it with you.
Enjoy!
Thursday
Friday
freebie friday - oh, the places you'll go! invitations
Call me a creeper, I don't care. When I walk through the children's books, I will continue to purchase Dr. Seuss books. I love them. I really, really do. I think they are cleverly written and just adorable. AND even though I am not yet a mom, that doesn't mean I shouldn't be starting the library, right?
I get my maternal practicing with my primary class. I love those tender kids, and we decided it was a great time to have a party! This is the invite I designed for those cuties, and I would love to share the fun of Dr. Seuss with you!
Personalize it for birthdays, going away parties, graduation, oh my. The possibilities!
Print them and love them.
And will you succeed? Yes! You will, indeed!
(98 and 3/4% guaranteed).
Monday
Quotable Monday - Christmas!
Are you the kind who reserves Christmas music until after Thanksgiving?
I'm not.
And I know Kyrsten isn't.
[much to my pleasure, she sang carols all summer. i really did love, love it]
But some of you are.
But some of you are.
I know it.
Either way, proper turkey respects have been given,
naps have been taken, and it is time to start decking those halls!
Friday
freebie friday - thanksgiving name cards
Let's be honest about Thanksgiving.
There is nothing better than walking into the dining room and sitting down next to those you love at a beautiful table. [Okay, the food is probably better. Especially if you cook like our mother Jonas.]
But how do you feel about spicing up the decor a little with personalized place settings for each guest? How about a pear dipped in chocolate and rolled in diced almonds? Or maybe a homemade caramel apple drizzled in white chocolate?
Slice the top and place one of these name cards inside.
Voila! A free, delicious, easy way to make every guest feel welcomed to a special holiday dinner!
addie
Monday
Quotable Monday - Sunshine
My wish for you today is to read the inspiring words of James Matthew Barrie [he created Peter Pan].
I woke up to a very gray and blustery day and needed a little sunshine in my life.
If you're shivering your pants off and have goosebumps up your cheeks [like me], I hope this quotable warms your soul and gives you a smile to start your week!
love addie
I woke up to a very gray and blustery day and needed a little sunshine in my life.
If you're shivering your pants off and have goosebumps up your cheeks [like me], I hope this quotable warms your soul and gives you a smile to start your week!
love addie
Thursday
Freebie Friday - Printable Pirate Hat
Need a quick and easy, easy, easy idea for a Halloween costume?
Eye liner, black bandana, black pants, striped shirt.
Oh, yes! And one of these...
A little head requires only two.
Need a little extra? Try three.
Happy Haunting Friends!
love, addie
Freebie Friday - Canning Labels
Okay, let's be honest. I have a slight obsession with glass jars. I bought like two flats of them last week. Oops. I have this image in my head that I am going to can peaches, make jams or lemon curd and give them to friends and family. I am still working on the actual canning part, but I thought I would start by designing some labels.
And really, sometimes, nothing is more darling than organizing by color. Enjoy!
love addie
Sunday
Quotable Monday - C. Malesherbes
What feels like a million summers ago, I met a friend while living in Hawaii. He was an old soul, this friend. I remember one day he asked, "Addie, what would you do with your life if you knew you would not fail?" I know right, deep.
If I knew I wouldn't fail, I would take a lot more risks.
I think we all underestimate our potential to do so much good in the world, in our families, for ourselves.
Dear readers, this week please seek to understand your divine worth, recognize your true potential, and realize what you can really accomplish.
Because you really can accomplish great things.
love addie
Thursday
freebie friday - recipe cards
I received some messages about the personalized recipe cards. So, I thought I would make some by category for all to print and enjoy!
[click here to download sheet one]
[click here to download sheet two]
addie
Tuesday
Monogram Recipe Card
One of my favorite gifts from my wedding was a recipe card holder a friend made for me. I pack that little box around to all our adventures [it even has its very own counter space wherever we go], fill it with all the recipes I acquire, and I think of her each time I use it. Thinking of a gift that newlyweds will use, appreciate, and not receive in multiples can be quite a challenge!
Personalized recipe cards are a unique gift idea that are sure to be a treasured item for the lovebird's "Happily Ever After."
addie
Monday
Quotable Monday - bob dylan
Whether it is Adele, Garth Brooks, or the original Bob Dylan who sings this song,
it is always sure to bring a smile to my face.
love addie
Tuesday
one special gal!
Today we celebrate one of our very own sissies birthdays!
Addie! Happy Birthday!!! I want you to know how much I truly love you. I think you are one of the most beautiful, special and kind people in the world. I am so thankful I get to have you as a cousin and as one of my very best friends! We have always had a really special bond and I'm so glad that we get to strengthen that bond as time goes on! I hope you have the best day ever. You deserve it!
Leave this sissy some birthday LOVE!
love you always!!
kyrsten
Addie! Happy Birthday!!! I want you to know how much I truly love you. I think you are one of the most beautiful, special and kind people in the world. I am so thankful I get to have you as a cousin and as one of my very best friends! We have always had a really special bond and I'm so glad that we get to strengthen that bond as time goes on! I hope you have the best day ever. You deserve it!
Leave this sissy some birthday LOVE!
love you always!!
kyrsten
Friday
freebie friday - children's placemats
Growing up, my mom had adorable eighties-style laminated placemats for us kiddos, including funky patterns and an outline of daily table tools. They were the perfect quick and easy trick to keep us four from scuffing the table or making it sticky or other mysterious things kids do.
They are colorful, fun, and instructive on the basics to setting a table. But the best is that you can just wipe them after dinner and place them in a drawer. Which means more time with your sweet man and darling babies. :)
{I printed mine at FedEx Office for under two dollars, but find a friend with access to a laminating machine. Laminating there is a whopping four dollars.}
Below you will find links to print a pink or green version. However, if you would like to enjoy the design sans tools, I included the option. Happy printing!
love addie
Monday
quotable monday - ann m. dibb
Sometimes joy is found in something as small and simple as a homemade cream puff.
The idea that by
'small and simple things are great things brought to pass'
has been on my mind a lot lately.
Last night, I decided to focus on doing small things each day to improve myself and accomplish my goals. So, I sat down and wrote small and simple things I could easily do this week to bring more sunshine into my life {including writing three thank you cards, starting a gratitude journal, and sincerely complimenting a person about a unique skill or talent they have}. When I felt satisfied with my "small and simple" list , I started to feel a little overwhelmed because it filled up the entire sheet of paper!
I found this ever-so-perfect quote by Ann M. Dibb, and decided to design a little reminder of the power and blessings behind these small and simple acts of kindness, strength, or love.
What small and simple things will you do this week?
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