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Wipe Off Weekly Menu Board–  With this DIY Menu Board there will be no more “What’s for dinner?”.

80’s School Theme Wedding–  It’s seems as if “The 80’s” is the new theme party.  I, cannot complain since I was born in 1981.  Anyhow, this wedding is too cute!  Who knew cassette tapes were still being sold?!?  Speaking of cassette tapes, who remembers sitting by their radio all day waiting for the radio station to play your favorite song so you can hit record?

Ikea Vinyl–  Who in my generation does NOT own a piece of Ikea furniture?!?  This is such a great way to make your Ikea furniture unique.

Rotary Peeler–   A peeler that peels everything (even tomatoes), enough said!!

A Single Sheet of Paper–  It’s takes an EXTREMELY talented individual to take a piece of paper and meticulously cut it out to becomes works of art.

I came across some edible place cards that were too cute not to share.  They can be used for weddings, dinner parties and even birthday parties.



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Tree House–  This is any child’s dream bedroom.  Heck, I would love to have this bedroom!  I can hide up in the tree house and read.  Too bad I won’t be able to keep the kids away.

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Floating Flowers–  One Word: GORGEOUS!!  I love the floating flowers!  The tablescape is elegant and clean.

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Pepperoni Pizza Puffs–  I have yet to make these, but I think that they would make great a great snack or appetizer.  It would also make a great make-ahead snack to keep frozen and reheat.

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Baking Pan Storage–  Such a great use of old baking pans.  They would also look fantastic in different colors.

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Earring Display–  I need one of these!!  I love that it cost less than $10 to make and it is useful.  This would make a great gift for anyone who loves jewelry.

Desk Bookshelves–  Used desks were repurposed to be used as a bookshelves.  I love the idea!!

 

 Dance Shoes–  How cute are these?!?  Very cute, I must say!! 

Record Bowls–   Just recently I told myself that I would start collecting bowls and platters for serving.  These bowls are going to have to be added to my collection someday.

Granny’s Baked Custard–  It’s not just the recipe that caught my attention when I stumbled upon this, it was the illustration.  All the recipes on the website are drawn for you and the artwork is so much fun to look at.

Confetti Crayons–  These would make great party favors for kids or even a fun craft to do with kids.  Such a great way to use old and leftover crayons.

Since I am always finding great new ideas from StumbleUpon I thought that I would share it with you.  I have found sites on crafting, parties, photography and food and each week you will see at least five of my new discoveries.

Anthropologie Inspired Wedding– This wedding is not only beautiful but also unique.  A great DIY wedding with creative details!

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Typographic Gift Wrap–  I wish I would have discovered this before Christmas.  It does give me an idea for any gift I give.  

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Nutella Snack and Drink–  Does anyone know where I can find this?  I would love to try this.  I love Nutella with a passion!!  

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Hot Chocolate on a Stick–  This makes a wonderful gift!  It can also be given out as favors at a Winter Wedding or Party.

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Creative Kids Photography–  Photographer Jason Lee took pictures of his children and made the images into unique pictures. 

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So without futher ado…..THIS WEEK’S ETSY WISH LIST:

Feather Wrapped Ring–  Personally, I have fat fingers so rings don’t look good on me.  I can’t help to admire this ring. 

When life hands you lemons–  When life hands me lemons I go and drink wine, but a gin and tonic will do.  Perfect print to hang in your kitchen or bar area.

Toasted Almond Caramel–  There are many things in life that I love and almonds and caramel are on that list.  When you put those two together that makes it irresistible to me.   

Nesting Rose Bowls–  I just adore how the bowls nested together form a rose.  It would be perfect to display on a shelf.  Perfect for any foodie in your life. 

Silhouette Necklace–  This is the new “Carrie” (Sex and the City) necklace.   I want to order a couple with my kid’s silhouettes.

Angel Wing Soap–  GORGEOUS!!!  It is just too pretty to use.  The details are impeccable.   

Pizzazzerie’s gift guide is filled with wonderful gift ideas!  There are yummy gifts for the gourmet in your life,  hostess gifts for the partier in your life and even a lollipop tree for the kid (or grown up) in your life.

TomKat Studio’s got some great help in handpicking some of their gifts in their guide.  There are gift ideas for moms, dads, bakers, beauty queens and even pets.

Find some great entertaining and gift giving ideas from Valley and Co’s Ezine.  Get tips on how to create a stylish holiday table and tips on creative gift wrapping. 

Set of Burned Wooden Spoons– These beautifully burned wooden spoons are too pretty to use, but don’t worry they have been coated with food safe oil.  The are safe to use for cooking.

Hand Painted Peacock Stemless Wine Glasses–  Wine glasses would make a perfect gift for any wine lover and with them being handpainted it’s make them even more special.

Cupcake Dish Towels–  One word: CUPCAKES!!  Anything with cupcakes on it is cute to me.

Jewelry Display Rack–  What a great way to display your jewelry!  Not only is the display pretty, but you don’t have to worry about your necklaces tangling together or missing the other pair to your earrings.

Cupcake Stand–  I really like the color of this cupcake stand and the little bird on it is too cute for words. 

Pink and Red Dish–  Red is one of my favorite colors and I love anything that is handmade.  This dish is great as spoon rests or a place to put your rings.

Party favors are one of my most favorite things to make.  Party favors are given at each and every party that I throw.  I also believe that the party favors should be something that can be eaten or used.  These party favors are not only edible the cookie cutter can be used after the treat is eaten.  Long gone are the days of little figurine favors that collect dust on people’s shelves.

To make the favors you will need:

Cookie Cutters

Cellophane Bags

Ribbon

Favor or gift tags

For the Peppermint Bark you will need:

2 cups of bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate

4 tablespoons of vegetable shortening

12 ounces of white chocolate

crushed candy canes

Instructions:

1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper and place the cookie cutters on the baking sheet.

2.  Melt the bittersweet or semi-sweet with 2 tablespoons of vegetable shortening until smooth.  Once the chocolate is melted with a spoon carefully pour the chocolate into the cookie cutters.  Place in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate has set.

3.  Remove the pan from the fridge and melt the white chocolate with the remaining 2 tablespoons of shortening until smooth.  Once the white chocolate is melted pour it over the dark chocolate in the pan and sprinkle evenly with the crushed candy canes.  Place back in the refrigerator for at least an hour until the chocolate has set.

4.  Carefully lift the cookie cutters from the baking sheet and place in cellophane bags and tie with ribbon.