Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

In Memory of Richard (Rick) Roberts


A beloved BWILD sister, Corinna Roberts (treasures*created), has had a tragic loss.

Corinna's husband Richard (Rick) Roberts, age 49, suffered a fatal heart attack on May 14, 2009. He has left behind his wife Corinna as well as 4 children: Brett, Patrick, Caitlyn, and Shannan.

Corinna our friend, our sister, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know you are loved!

A silent thought, a secret tear,
Keeps your memory ever dear.
God took you home, it was his will,
But in our hearts, you live still.


Sunday, April 19, 2009

Give Away Winners Announced....



Jennifer of ShadowDragon Dreams has announced the winners for her giveaway! Pop over and see if it is you!




Thursday, April 16, 2009

Totally Custom Embroidered Tee Give Away !!!



Only a few days left!!!!


ShadowDragon Dreams is offering up a free custom tee with your favorite character applique. Any size, any character, whether it's Disney, TV, or movie character. Make it a special gift for your little princess or try to win it for yourself!
To enter please follow or comment on her blog
Winner will be randomly chosen on April 18th!

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Free Digi Frame

I have several new digi frame sets I will be listing on Etsy soon.  As a little sneak peek surprise, I am giving one away free  :)

Click the image to enlarge, then right click and select save as.....





See how pretty it looks!

How to hem jeans...


I just ran across this wonderful tutorial on how to hem jeans without loosing that worn hem look.

Go check it out!



Thursday, March 26, 2009

Bad Haircut Contest....

Have your kids ever taken it upon themselves to chop those locks???  Mine have - ARGH!

Babes in Hairland is having a "Bad Haircut" contest.  You just have to go over and read all the stories and see the pictures!

You get to vote for 2 :D

This is one of my favorites, or maybe I should say least favorites!

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Free Custom Applique Tee Give away!


Who loves free stuff?! I do and I'm sure you do too!
ShadowDragon Dreams is offering up a free custom tee with your favorite character applique. Any size, any character, whether it's Disney, TV, or movie character. Make it a special gift for your little princess or try to win it for yourself!
To enter please follow or comment on her blog
Winner will be randomly chosen on April 18th!

Monday, March 23, 2009

Pictures for my family...

Apparently I have not been such a good daughter, grand-daugher, OR mother when it comes to sharing pictures... hahaha.  Now I am trying to make up for it!  Please forgive me :D

Dustin has been avoiding the camera lately I guess.  I will have to remedy that pretty quick.

Click on the picture to enlarge it. 

Sitting up the first time...










The not so sweet side....



Blowing Bubbles








Friday, March 20, 2009

How to clean your sewing machine!


For some reason, cleaning my sewing machines isn't high on my priority list until one of them makes a funny sound and the horrors of going without my beloved playmate flashes before my eyes! Cleaning doesn't take long and can save you a world of frustration!!!

Check out this simple TUTORIAL I found on eHow.

Saturday, March 14, 2009

Easter Egg Hunt and Party Games


For the 4th year, I am in charge of my neighborhoods Annual Easter Egg Hunt.   I just love organizing events such as this.  We have a small, newer subdivision with tons of young children. I wanted to change things up a bit this year. We have played the same games the last 3 years.  Time for something new :D  While searching around, I found several sites with great Easter Party ideas.  Check em out!





Tuesday, March 10, 2009

FREEBIES! My first Give Away :D

It is time for a GIVE AWAY! 

GIVE AWAY CLOSED - ALL SETS HAVE BEEN CLAIMED!  :D

The first 5 people to comment here can choose a digi set for FREE!

HOW TO GET YOUR FREEBIE...
1. Become a follower if you are not already.
2. Post a comment telling me which set you want.
 If you are already a follower, no worries, you can play too :)

You can earn an extra set by mentioning this give away on your blog - Leave a link to your blog post in your comment to let me know!  Be sure to tell me which 2nd set you want.

I have a tutorial you can look at in case you are unfamiliar with digi frames.   

Below are samples of what you can do with the digi frames and what they look like :)



Blings


Digi Set 1



Digi Set 2

If your photo editing program does not allow the use of digi frames, please go download Microsoft Digital Image.  This is a wonderful program. It is really user friendly, super easy to learn and use and best of all.... FREE!  It is a trial, but it will work forever.  It is compatible with Vista too :D

Chic-Covers Give Away!

Chic-Covers is giving away a shopping cart cover.  What a great give away!!!

Click HERE to enter!



Friday, March 6, 2009

Great Give aways!

I ran across several great giveaways today!  

Check these out!

Bamboo Baby Wrap from I Love Sugar Sweet Baby

Car Seat Cover from Chic Covers

Thursday, March 5, 2009

LAST DAY!! Boutique Wild Child Give Away

Boutique Wild Child: Boutique Wild Child Give Away

Go register!  Today is your last chance to enter for the freebies!



Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Instant Gratification Sewing Pattern Downloads!





Do you have a pattern collection?
Are you a pattern junkie?
Do you have an irresistable need for instant gratification?


If you said yes, then you are going to LOVE sewingpatterns.com. This site has hundreds of patterns for printing right off the internet.

These are not untested never heard of patterns either! You'll find McCalls, Butterick, Burda, New Look, Simplicity, Vogue, Kwik Sew, and many more!

You can also order the patterns for delivery.

Right now Butterick & McCalls patterns are $5.99 each. Simplicity patterns are 40% off.

Once you buy the pattern, you can print it multiple times :D


They even have a few Free Patterns you can try out!


Instructions to do EVERYTHING!


I ran across the neatest site this morning!  It is called Instructables.  They literally have instructions to do just about anything.  You can even make a request... lol.  I could spend house just browsing....

I found tutorials on making hairbows, ribbon organizers, yoyos, aprons, crochet, tye dye, How to sew, making thread stands, and everything else you can imagine!

Monday, March 2, 2009

Only 3 days left to enter the give away!

Better hurry! Only three days left!

Click HERE to enter!

A little taste.....

Fun Fun Fun Fur Socks for Easter or Spring!

How sweet are these for Easter and Spring???? Order some now before it's too late!

Many colors to choose from and you can purchase on  Ebay  or   Etsy




The Perfect Accessory Summer Celebration & Sale - TPAB

The Perfect Accessory Boutique is having a summer celebration!   
Search for TPAB on ebay!!!

Monday, February 23, 2009

Boutique Wild Child Give Away!

BWILD is having a great give away! Be sure to enter before time runs out!




Saturday, February 21, 2009

How to fold towel animals....

My in-laws just returned from vacation. We all know that vacations breed tons of photos. As I was jealously looking through their photos, I noticed the cute towel animals. I always see these when we go on vacation and say I am going to find out how to make them... I always forget. Now, with no unpacking to do from that vacation.. hehe... I thought to look up instructions. My daughter is just delighted with my new found talent. My son, who isn't home right now, has a surprise waiting on the bathroom counter. I now realize my need for a few white towels ;)



Here are some great links for making your own towel animals...

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Boutique Wild Child is having a give away!

Boutique Wild Child is having our first  give away!  Visit the blog to enter!




Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Boutique Clothing Sale by ShadowDragon Dreams

I just saw where Jennifer of ShadowDragon Dreams has posted a sale.  She has really cute stuff!
ShadowDragon Dreams discount!!!

Check out my blog and discover how to get $10 off any custom set, NOW through Thursday evening!!!
http://shadowdragondreams.blogspot.com
Limited time only!!!

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Features, Features, Features! Journal Modiste AND Shop Handmade :D



Today is my day!!!

Not only am I featured on Journal Modiste for the 3rd week in a row, but I also managed to be featured on Shop Handmade too - TWICE!


Free Digi / Euro Frame

I thought I would share another free frame for whoever might like it.  You just add this to the top of your picture. You can use it online or print it out.

I have many more of these. If you are interested, check out my store on Etsy.  There is a tutorial for using the digi frames on my Etsy listings.



Sunday, February 15, 2009

Airstream Ranch



Have you heard of the Airstream Ranch?  

Probably not, but if you have traveled from Tampa to Orlando, you could not have missed it! 

My kids think it is really cool and so do I!!!

The owner of Bates RV calls this art.  These are real, full sized RV's !!!

They are "planted" on the side of I-4.

Be sure to look for this cool site if you are in the area.  

I promise your kids will get a HUGE kick out of it!!!

Crackerjack Fabric Sale Coupon Codes


I just received a new set of discount codes for Sandy's fabrics!

http://www.crackerjackshack.com

Spring fabrics are coming, but we still have fabrics that need to be cleared out. Because we need the space, we're sweetening the deal a little.

Purchase $25 in fabric and get $5 off
COUPON CODE: 5off25

Purchase $50 in fabric and get $10 off
COUPON CODE: 10off50

Purchase $100 in fabric and get $20 off
COUPON CODE: 20off100

Lots of Michael Miller and Free Spirit prints to choose from - and when they're gone...they're gone! Click HERE to start shopping!

ALSO...Get An Additional $5 Discount for Referring a Friend!

Tell your friends to make their fabric purchase at The Crackerjack Shack. When they check out, tell them to put your name in the "NOTES" section and we'll send you a special coupon code for $5 off your next purchase. THAT'S LIKE GETTING A YARD OF FABRIC FOR FREE!



BE SURE TO TELL HER I SENT YOU!!! Stacy - Mae Mae's Creations :D

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