There is so much talent out there and I am so honored you came here to show off!!! Be sure to go through the links and find some inspiration for yourself.

Our guest judge, Alicia from Thrifty & Chic, had the most difficult job picking the winners. I think she did a great job!

Alicia  had the hard task of selecting the winners, so let’s see how she did. Here is what she said about her judging experience.

 Being a guest judge has been so awesome! I love discovering new blogs, and this gave me the perfect chance to go check some out! And of course, the challenge this week couldn’t have been better. I absolutely love pattern, who doesn’t??

And the winners are…….Drum roll Please!

Judge’s comments in BOLD!

#5 chevron painted kitchen stool from twelveOeight

Who doesn’t love a little chevron pattern? Plus, I love the transformation from an old oak stool that is oh so dated to something super cute and on trend

#13 Diy envelope pillow covers from The Happy Housie

CSI Girl Comment: The combo of all of these is fabulous! I love the whole picture though. I can only imagine the whole room!!! Just beautiful!

#15 Flat Zippered Pouch from Monkey See Monkey Do

I have one of these and I just love it! But this one is adorable with 2 of my favorite patterns. I am in love!!!

#7 Ruffle Maxi Tutorial from Finley Grey

Who doesn’t love a maxi )

#8 Washi tape welcome sign from Reasons To Skip the Housework

CSI Girl Comment: Washi Tape + Pattern. Pretty much a winner every time!

#12 Blue Dip-dyed pillow cover from The Learner Observer

#10 Checkerboard Stepstool from Design Dreams by Anne

This stool stole my heart! Love the checkerboard pattern and the creativity! Thanks for linking up!!!

Congratulations to all of the CSI winners. Be sure to go grab your button here and proudly display on your blog.

You have earned it!

Thank you to Alicia from Thrifty & Chic for being this week’s guest judge and making those incredibly difficult picks. Being a judge is not an easy gig. Be sure to go by and visit her blog!

Come back next week for the Desserts and Goodies Challenge! It’s time that we had another cooking challenge!

Have a great weekend  and stay safe!

This week, I am challenging you to share your crafting and decorating with patterns. Rather it is Chevron, Stripes or Houndstooth……if you created it and it has a pattern, then YOU know what to do!

Before we get started with the challenge, let’s recap the week!

This week I put together a Pattern Round Up and featured some super cool bloggers!

 When you link up for the Crafting and Decorating with Patterns Challenge. you can expect a visit from our guest judge, Alicia from Thrifty & Chic.

Read all about her blog, Here.Be sure to visit her blog and say hi!

Alicia will be  looking at all of your projects and picking her overall favorite and 10 that make the CSI cut.  You might even take home the coveted winners button.

Happy Linking, my crafty friends!!!

So, let’s get on with the party!!!

Please remember that to be eligible to win this week’s challenge and giveaway, you must provide a link back to the challenge in your entry post. It’s easy–we have a button ready for you to insert into your post HERE. For additional challenge rules, please read below.

You’ll find the linkup for this week’s challenge at the end of this post, following the challenge rules. This challenge begins at 10 pm(MST) Wednesday, May 15th, and ends at noon (MST) Friday, May 17th .

1. All entries for this challenge need to incorporate the challenge’s theme. We are not simply a linky party. We have a specific theme for each week. All submissions are competing to be the judge’s top pick. If your project does not incorporate the theme we will have to remove it.

2. When you enter the challenge, please enter the link to the specific post on your blog that relates to the project — not to your general blog. This will help when a year from now, for example, someone who visits the site can find your project directly.

3. The CSI Project button must be in your blog post. HERE are the buttons. This makes it easy for other people to come over and join in the challenge if they like – and for us to know that we have the correct entry in the challenge when we’re judging. And if you use an older post, please update it so it’s current. If you don’t want to update it, please add the button to that post and to the sidebar for the week of the contest. Thanks!

4. The project you submit must be your own project and something you have made. (It can be inspired by something someone else has done, but it must be your creation.)

5. We ask that you are a CSI follower or subscriber to win the prizes. The more followers the site has — the more giveaways we are able to host

6. If you enter a project into our challenge, we ask that you please leave comments on at least 2 other entries in the contest. Not only is it nice to do, but it’s a great way to meet new people and make new friends.

7. By entering, you give us permission to spotlight your projects – we will give you credit and link back to your blog. You are welcome to enter as many themed projects as you like! You also give us permission to add your name to our newsletter list. If you wish to unsubscribe you may do so at any time.

Link Up Below!

I love these fabric bookmarks and lookie-they are made with fun patterns.

So very cute and the tutorial is great too!

If you have ever wondered how to paint your own chevron pattern, then this tutorial is for you.

The name of this blog is so cute! Love it!!!

How about a free download? Yep, you love it! These printables make cute mini books.

Download yours today and be sure to tell Michelle how much you appreciate her hard work by providing these in blog land. Thanks, girl! We love it!

There you have it! So many creative ways to use patterns. That is what this week is all about and I am challenging you to share your projects using patterns.

Come and share!

I admit it. Chevron is still one of my favorite patterns to use in decor. I also love stripes!

Image from Zazzle.

So, what is your favorite pattern to decorate your home with? Share with us this week. Join the challenge!

This week we also have a very crafty lady as our glamorous guest judge. She knows alot about being thrifty and I spy a few projects using patterns on her blog.

Meet Alicia.

Her blogging home is Thrifty & Chic. Hmmm…..how can say this?

I LOVE, LOVE her blog and I am so excited to have Alicia here this week.  This girl has beautiful projects and pictures all over this blog. It is easy to maneuver around and you can get so many tips there.

Look at these beautiful Striped Burlap curtains.

She tells you how she did on her blog so check it out!

I am drooling over this dresser turned desk. It doesn’t have anything to do with patterns but it is simply divine!

Amazing, right? This crafty girl is just that- amazing!

Also, Alicia is a beautiful first time mom and she has started blogging about it at The Baby Files. She takes you through her journey as a mom and shares her cute little one with all of us.

What a cutie! A must see for sure!

Love Alicia, yet? I know you will!

Go visit Thrifty and Chic for more information and enter!

YES that also means follow this lovely lady!

You know you want to so here are all of the ways you can:

Blog: http://www.thriftyandchic.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thriftyandchicdecor

Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/thriftyandchic/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/thriftyandchic

Join us for another great and crafty week! Remember to Create, Share and Inspire!

There is so much talent out there and I am so honored you came here to show off!!!

Be sure to go through the links and find some inspiration for yourself.

Our guest judge, Jennifer from PinkWhen, had the most difficult job picking the winners. I think she did a great job!

Jennifer had the hard task of selecting the winners, so let’s see how she did. Here is what she said about her judging experience.

 And the winners are…….Drum roll Please!

Judge’s comments in BOLD!

#11 Color My World from Kim’s Kandy Kreations

What a cute idea! I think every teacher would love some treats and a sweet message!

Thanks for linking up!

Congratulations to all of the CSI winners. Be sure to go grab your button here and proudly display on your blog.

You have earned it!

Thank you to Jennifer from PinkWhenfor being this week’s guest judge and making those incredibly difficult picks. Being a judge is not an easy gig. Be sure to go by and visit her blog!

Come back next week for the Decorating with Patterns  Challenge!

Have a great weekend  and stay safe!

And a very special mother’s Day to you!

Before we get started with the challenge, let’s recap the week!

Your CSI Girl, ME, shared this Teacher Cuff tutorial.

When you link up for the Teacher Gifts and Ideas  Challenge. you can expect a visit from our guest judge, Jennifer from PinkWhen .

 Read all about her blog, Here. Be sure to visit her blog and say hi!

Jennifer will be  looking at all of your projects and picking her overall favorite and 10 that make the CSI cut.  You might even take home the coveted winners button.

Happy Linking, my crafty friends!!!

So, let’s get on with the party!!!

Please remember that to be eligible to win this week’s challenge and giveaway, you must provide a link back to the challenge in your entry post. It’s easy–we have a button ready for you to insert into your post HERE. For additional challenge rules, please read below.

You’ll find the linkup for this week’s challenge at the end of this post, following the challenge rules. This challenge begins at 10 pm(MST) Wednesday, May 8th, and ends at noon (MST) Friday, May 10th .

1. All entries for this challenge need to incorporate the challenge’s theme. We are not simply a linky party. We have a specific theme for each week. All submissions are competing to be the judge’s top pick. If your project does not incorporate the theme we will have to remove it.

2. When you enter the challenge, please enter the link to the specific post on your blog that relates to the project — not to your general blog. This will help when a year from now, for example, someone who visits the site can find your project directly.

3. The CSI Project button must be in your blog post. HERE are the buttons. This makes it easy for other people to come over and join in the challenge if they like – and for us to know that we have the correct entry in the challenge when we’re judging. And if you use an older post, please update it so it’s current. If you don’t want to update it, please add the button to that post and to the sidebar for the week of the contest. Thanks!

4. The project you submit must be your own project and something you have made. (It can be inspired by something someone else has done, but it must be your creation.)

5. We ask that you are a CSI follower or subscriber to win the prizes. The more followers the site has — the more giveaways we are able to host

6. If you enter a project into our challenge, we ask that you please leave comments on at least 2 other entries in the contest. Not only is it nice to do, but it’s a great way to meet new people and make new friends.

7. By entering, you give us permission to spotlight your projects – we will give you credit and link back to your blog. You are welcome to enter as many themed projects as you like! You also give us permission to add your name to our newsletter list. If you wish to unsubscribe you may do so at any time.

Link Up Below!
(Also be sure to enter our Mother’s Day Contest for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate from CafePress!

I am your CSI Girl, Dee and it is a joy to be with you today!

I have an easy teacher gift idea for ya!

School is winding down and it is almost summer time! Our teachers deserve a long summer vacation.

I am always amazed at teachers and how much they give. It is not only their time, but their energy and their love of a good education.

So, to show your appreciation this year, why not make them something they will love?

How about a Pencil Cuff?

You ask, What is a pencil cuff? Well, I made it up but maybe it will catch on.

I had a plain metal cuff. I bought these a really long time ago on Etsy. I think I need more because they are super cool with lots of possibilities!

You will also need:

- pencils

- ribbon, 2 kinds…1 wide, 1 thin

- Hot glue gun

* I used stickers and an eraser that I found at the Dollar Tree

Step 1: Cut your pencils to the size of your cuff

I used a knike but you could use a saw, in fact it is easier than a knife

Step 2: I hot glued my wide ribbon on the top and underneath. This just helps the cuff feel more confortable while on your wrist. I used green ribbon I had on hand.

Step 3: Next, hot glue your pencils on. I glued 4 on and then tied my thin ribbon on. Repeat until you get all pencils on.

Step 4: Embellish. I used an eraser that says A+  and stickers to spell out teacher. I glued on a piece of felt so that the eraser would stay.

These are fun to make and your kids can help you. I think any teacher would love to sport this any day at school. Your ribbon colors could be the school colors as well.

My total cost for this bracelet was

$1 for pencils

$1 for erasers

total: $2

I had the ribbon, cuff, hot glue and stickers on hand from my craft stash.

“Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try!”

What is a end of school year without a quote from Dr. Seuss?

Show Jessica

from Plucky’s Second Thought some bloggy love!!!

Take it away, Jess!

It’s time for another Link Party!

Now is your chance to link up your FAVORITE blog posts!  :)  I hope to see some awesome projects, recipes, tips, and tricks; also, I really hope all of my readers will participate and help us spread the word!  :)

Guess what! We have a co-host this week!

Dee owns The CSI Project! She tries to live her life like the mission of this blog: to Create. Share and Inspire. She also invites you to do the same. Never be afraid to share your creativity and to live out your dreams whatever they may be. That is what The CSI Project is all about; she hopes to encourage you on your own crafting journey.

Please pay Dee a warm welcome! Thanks again Dee!!

If you are at all interested in co-hosting upcoming Blog Hops/Link Ups, please contact me!

Now, let’s get to the Link Up!!

Meet Jennifer.

Jennifer’s blog home is PinkWhen.

Link up any Mother’s Day projects you have done this year and in the past. We won’t to see them all so we can share ideas and pin them fir next year.

Also, don”t forget to enter the Mother”s Day giveaway! You can enter, here. We teamed up with Cafe Press   to bring you a BIG giveaway in honor of YOU!

Happy Linking, my crafty friends!!!

So, let’s get on with the party!!!

Please remember that to be eligible to win this week’s challenge and giveaway, you must provide a link back to the challenge in your entry post. It’s easy–we have a button ready for you to insert into your post HERE. For additional challenge rules, please read below.

You’ll find the linkup for this week’s challenge at the end of this post, following the challenge rules. This challenge begins at 10 pm(MST) Wednesday May 1st, and ends at noon (MST) Friday, May 3rd .

1. All entries for this challenge need to incorporate the challenge’s theme. We are not simply a linky party. We have a specific theme for each week. All submissions are competing to be the judge’s top pick. If your project does not incorporate the theme we will have to remove it.

2. When you enter the challenge, please enter the link to the specific post on your blog that relates to the project — not to your general blog. This will help when a year from now, for example, someone who visits the site can find your project directly.

3. The CSI Project button must be in your blog post. HERE are the buttons. This makes it easy for other people to come over and join in the challenge if they like – and for us to know that we have the correct entry in the challenge when we’re judging. And if you use an older post, please update it so it’s current. If you don’t want to update it, please add the button to that post and to the sidebar for the week of the contest. Thanks!

4. The project you submit must be your own project and something you have made. (It can be inspired by something someone else has done, but it must be your creation.)

5. We ask that you are a CSI follower or subscriber to win the prizes. The more followers the site has — the more giveaways we are able to host

6. If you enter a project into our challenge, we ask that you please leave comments on at least 2 other entries in the contest. Not only is it nice to do, but it’s a great way to meet new people and make new friends.

7. By entering, you give us permission to spotlight your projects – we will give you credit and link back to your blog. You are welcome to enter as many themed projects as you like! You also give us permission to add your name to our newsletter list. If you wish to unsubscribe you may do so at any time.

Link Up Below!