The Sassy Pepper

Red Hot Chair

2012-01-25T11:08:00.000-08:00

Once again, Craigslist and my wonderful friend Lee have pulled through. Check out this old chair she found for FREE off of Craigslist. I don't know how she finds so many awesome things for free! Well Lee just had a baby, baby number 4. So...the carved details were just too much for her to comprehend.

She gave me the chair. Thank you Lee!

I have had it for a few months, and last week I got sick of one of us always standing up to eat or trying to share a chair because we have 4 kitchen chairs and 5 family members. I got the Valentines Itch, and decided on RED!

Just some light sanding with HEAVY GRIT sand paper to rough the chair up.

A quick spray down (2 coats) with Rustoleum in Apple Red and Voila!

I don't always spray paint, but this was fun and easy and I am so happy with the result!

Main thing, we all have a place to sit at dinner!

My kids already named it the Birthday Chair!

Cheers,

Year of the DRAGON!

2012-01-23T12:51:00.000-08:00

Where I live in California, there is a very prominent Chinese culture. Both my my girls came home from school last week with red envelopes, and talking about the year of the Dragon. In honor of the Chinese New Year, take a look at these fun Pinterest finds!

Steamed Rice Cakes by Kokken69

Party Poppers by Nifty Thrifty Things

Printable Paper Craft from craftjr.com

Paper Lanterns by Jellyfish Jelly

Baking Cup Fortune Cookies by Oh Crafts!

I love finding new fun sites from Pinterest!

Happy New Year!

Lace Tote Giveaway!

2012-01-20T15:52:00.000-08:00

This darling bag is brought to you by Jessica at

www.sewingourlifetogether.blogspot.com

Jessica, please tell us about your tote...

"This tote is navy blue with a cream colored lace overlay. Lace seems to be all the rage these days and I love it because you can dress it up for a night out or pair it with jeans to achieve casual cuteness. This bag is roughly 18 inches by 18 inches, excluding handles, which makes it perfect for binders/ notebooks or makeup and a wallet. Hey- it’d even work as a fashionable diaper bag! This versatile tote can be yours for free; don’t miss out on this fabulous giveaway"!

Front of Tote {Below}

Back of Tote {Below}

Adorable Detail!

There are two ways to enter!

1) Become a Follower of Jessica's blog

{Scroll down to the bottom to join her site}

Remember to leave a comment on THIS POST telling us you did so.

2) Leave an additional comment sharing what color you'd LOVE to see this tote in!

This giveaway will be open from now January 20 through January 27th 5:00 PST.

The lucky winner will be selected randomly and will be announced shortly after.

Happy Entering! Cheers,

Picture Wall

2012-01-17T09:56:00.000-08:00

For those of you that gave me advice on my Yellow Buffet post, thank you!

I decided to take the advice to keep my shoe bins red. But still, this little buffet needed some sort of update.

What better way, than to make good use of old frames, and new family pictures!

First I played around a bit with frames I had, trying to get them in the right place.

{that is why some are sideways}

Once I knew what I wanted the overall wall to look like,

I filled the frames with the photos I wanted! Thank you Costco photo.

Now I love my wall and my yellow buffet even more!

A splash of color underneath, a collection of frames, all topped off with the people I love.

Cheers,

Pin-Tastic Valentines Ideas

2012-01-11T10:38:00.000-08:00

Valentines Day is such a favorite. Full of sweets and love and ooey gooey everything!

My girls love it too. :)

Take a look at these darling ideas I picked from Pinterest!

The links will take you to their original hiding place.

52 reasons I love you...

{I have seen this before, but not as beautified as this project}

For the ones that don't want to be Ooey GOoey. :)

Super Valentines!

Magnifying Glass Valentines

{YOUR IMAGE HERE} Valentine

Friendship Bracelet Valentine

{I think my third grader will want to do this one}

Super Hip "I DIG YOU" Valentine

Valentines Art, I {heart} you!

Easy is an understatement for this darling V day decoration,

I am totally doing this. :)

Another hip one for the cool kids

Valentine you make my heart bounce!

There are sooooooo many cute ideas! I feel all warm and fuzzy now.

Cheers,

Fundraiser!!! {giveaway}

2012-01-06T11:09:00.000-08:00

This is an experiment really.

Please tell me if you think it won't work because it is for a very good cause.

Many of you have read and are even following the progress of my cousin Ryan's family.

Their family was in a car accident Christmas Eve, 2011. Their youngest son Colum passed away Christmas Day. If you have followed their story, you have also learned that Colum's heart was just donated to another young child, and still beats today. It is a tragic story, but also full of hope and love. If you want to read more you can go to a blog set up by a family member. www.kellypack.com

I have had this cute idea in my head along the lines of Subway Art.

I always wanted something by my front door that was welcoming, but also unique.

This sign below I made to let people know they were welcome, as well as say Hello and Goodbye at the same time! In honor of Colum, I would love to give this away to as many people as I can.

So far, just two designs {below}.

One in color (gray, mustard, teal), and one in black white and gray.

If you would like one of both of these images. I will email the file to anyone who donates $5.00 or more to the Pack Family Recovery Fund.

TO DONATE:

Visit the following link for choices on how to donate to the Pack family.

http://kellypack.com/paypal-and-bank-donations/

To receive your Greetings Jpeg image, simply leave a comment on this post letting me know of your donation, along with your email address. You can also email us at thesassypepper@gmail.com your information. You will be emailed a large file printable up to 16 x 20 in size!

Please spread the word, and consider donating to a very deserving family.

Cheers,

Yellow Buffet

2012-01-06T11:05:00.000-08:00

Good Morning!

Thank you to those that gave me advice on accenting my Yellow Buffet. I have decided to keep the red! Instead of painting those, I just added some new pictures and accents above the buffet. And I wanted you to see the actual color of my buffet since the other picture was a little muted. It definitely catches your eye when you walk it! Yellow is so happy.

My favorite part is the oval frame we inherited from Mr. Pepper's grandma.

It hangs on the wall now, and it is in a few of the pictures too!

Thanks again! Cheers,

Happy New Year!

2012-01-03T12:46:00.000-08:00

I am so excited about 2012. Big plans for my family this year.

I plan on being COMPLETELY done with diapers this year once my little man is potty trained.

That is enough to be excited for for the next few years I'd say.

Anyhow, I would love to start off the year with asking advice of you all!

See below. I love my yellow buffet! You can see the refinish project by clicking here.

See the bins below the buffet? I love them, they hold our shoes and they are pretty to look at. Win-win!

But, unfortunately there is no other red in my living room. So, I am asking for help!

Should I...

1. Leave them red...it is the new neutral!

2. Paint them!

If I do, I am deciding between a cobblestone gray and a deep teal.

Any other color advice would be loved as well. :)

Thank you in advance! Please leave a comment if you wish.

Do you have any 2012 Plans?

Cheers,

The Pack Family

2011-12-28T11:27:00.000-08:00

I hope that those of you celebrating this year have had a wonderful Holiday so far. Our family celebrates Christmas, and this year it came with a wedding as well on my husband's side of the family! It was so much fun to be with family celebrating two wonderful occasions.

On my side, tragedy struck.

The picture below is of my cousin Ryan and his adorable family, Kelly his wife and his two sons,

Finn (3) and Colum (1.5). Christmas Eve brought sadness to their family as they were in a horrible head on collision. Ryan, Kelly and Colum were life flighted to different hospitals, all in unstable condition. Kelly and Ryan were finally brought to the same hospital, and Colum was able to be transferred there for his mom and day to say their goodbyes to him. Finn was released from the hospital, but his parents are still recovering from multiple surgeries and injuries. It is going to be long road to recovery.

If you would like to help, please keep the Pack family in your thoughts and prayers.

You can learn more at www.kellypack.com about their updates and even donate to their recovery.

Please stay safe this Holiday,

Shabby Apple Winner!

2011-12-19T17:49:00.000-08:00

And the winner of the Shabby Apple Giveaway is...

kluckingbear said...

"Hi Sassy Pepper! I liked Shabby Apple,

shared the giveaway on my facebook and blog

and even tweeted! Here is my comment,

please give me 5 entries! I love you Sassy Pepper!"

December 16, 2011 9:00 AM

She entered 5 times, and it paid off!

Congrats to you Kluckingbear!

Please email us at thesassypepper@gmail.com for details.

Cheers,

12 Days of Christmas WINNERS!!!

2011-12-15T15:58:00.001-08:00

Drum roll please! And the winners are...
Sassy and Pepper!!!
Just joking around of course! The real winners are...

Day 1 - Faith Banner

Mrs. Prince said...

I follow you on twitter

December 1, 2011 8:17 PM

Day 2 - Baby Boy Hat and socks

Chris said...

I shared on fb #2

chris andersen satko

csatko7@gmail.com

December 14, 2011 1:32 PM

Day 3 - Holiday Canvases

Samantha said...

I'm a blog follower of yours.

dmb161@aol.com

December 15, 2011 5:47 AM

Day 4 - Vintage Style Holiday Tags

Ari Anna Johnson said...

I follow your blog as well

December 4, 2011 7:26 PM

Day 5 - Vintage Christmas Tags on Disc
Only two people entered...so I am giving them both a disc!
Lizzie and Little Angel

Day 6 - California Snowman

Lee said...

I love this! thanks for the tutorial and lovely giveaway! I am a follower!

December 6, 2011 1:52 PM

Day 7 - Mod Podge Mini Kit:

Steph said...

I like you on FB

Slynh999@gmail.com

December 9, 2011 9:40 PM

Day 8 - Peace Banner:

Stuart and Kimber said...

i like SP on FB!

December 11, 2011 4:49 PM

Day 9 - 15 Sheets of Vinyl:

Brady and Rachel said...

I posted on my blog!

December 9, 2011 12:32 PM

Day 10 - Flower Ribbon and Chain Necklace:

Christina said...

posted on fb

December 10, 2011 12:23 PM

Day 11 - Wish Sign:

malloryo85 said...

I blogged about your blog/giveaway

link: http://ortonfamily5.blogspot.com/2011/12/12-days-of-christmas.html

Day 12 - One of 8 PAIRS OF EARRINGS!
Snowman - Coopers
China Cup - Momof2girls
Glowing Flower - Jessica
New Years Glam - Frazzled Mom of Five
Hot Stuff - LotsofLove2GoAround
Crystal Love - Shannon
Bronze Pearl - Rosenau's
Carved Trinket - Bobbie Mackey

If you are a winner congrats! Email us at thesassypepper@gmail.com with your address! Please contact us soon so we can ship these to you!

Thank you so much for entering! It is so much fun to see everyone getting excited about all of these fun things. If you didn't win, don't fret! You can still enter the Shabby Apple Giveaway that is open through Monday December 19th 5:00 PST. The winner will be announced shortly after.

Remember, winner must have a US mailing address.

Happy Early Merry Hanukkah Christmas Kwanzaa Holidays!

Cheers,

One More {Shabby Apple} GIVEAWAY!!!

2011-12-14T09:35:00.000-08:00

Not only do we love you, but apparently Shabby Apple does too.

How would you like to own a vintage piece in the Shabby Apple Jewelry Line?!?!

The White Rabbits Time Keeper Necklace

To Enter to win this necklace:

1. "like" Shabby Apple on facebook - 1 entry

2. Comment on this post your favorite item from Shabby Apple - 1 entry

3. Share this giveaway on your blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your facebook page - 1 entry

5. Tweet about this giveaway - 1 entry

To keep it simple, you can leave 1 {one} comment explaining all your entries.

For example:

"Hi Sassy Pepper! I liked Shabby Apple,

shared the giveaway on my facebook and blog

and even tweeted! Here is my comment,

please give me 5 entries! I love you Sassy Pepper!"

All entries must be posted by Mon. December 19th at 5:00 PST. Winner will be announced shortly after.
Giveaway if open to USA SHIPPING ADDRESSES only.

Along with this adorable necklace, Shabby Apple is offering all Sassy Pepper Readers 10% off your entire order for the next 30 days...

Use code: sassypepper10off at checkout

{code is good until January 13th}

I know you still want a new dress for Christmas. It isn't too late! I have never seen so many chic and stylish vintage designs in one place before! And ladies...they are all modest! I don't care what people say...you CAN be hot and modest at the same time.

Not only do they carry Women's dresses, but also Little Girls Dresses and Maternity Dresses too!

Don't forget, you still have today and tomorrow to enter any and all of our 12 Days of Christmas giveaways!

All entries must be posted by December 15th at 5:00 PST, winner will be announced shortly after.

Happy Shopping! Cheers,

On the 12th Day of Christmas!!!

2011-12-12T10:42:00.000-08:00

The last day of the giveaway!!! NOTE: This giveaway will have multiple winners.

On the 12th Day of Christmas Sassy Pepper gave to me...

8 Pairs of Earrings!

One Pair each, For 8 Winners!

Each pair is handmade by yours truly...and...one of a kind!

When you comment, share with us which is your favorite and maybe you will win that pair!

Snowman Earrings

China Cup Earrings

Glowing Flower Earrings

New Years Glam Earrings

Hot Stuff Earrings

Crystal Love Earrings

Bronze Pearl Earrings

Carved Trinket Earrings

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

Go and share and enter and I hope hope hope you win!

Cheers,

On the 11th Day of Christmas...

2011-12-11T15:33:00.000-08:00

Oh boy. I am having a tough time giving this baby away. Looks like I'll have to make a different one for myself, because today's giveaway is this handmade vertical "WISH" sign.

Sanded, painted, inked vertical sign measuring 12" x 3.5" and hung on a cheery silver ribbon. The lettering is covered in real silver German glass glitter, which will tarnish over time to a beautiful, vintage patina. Hang it on your door, wall, Christmas tree, by the stockings with care, your child; no wait, the glitter is glass...best not to hang it on a child. Still, plenty of possibilities!

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

Best of luck from me to you! May the odds be ever in your favor (anyone else dying too see Hunger Games? Can. Not. Wait.)!

On the 10th Day of Christmas...

2011-12-10T09:57:00.001-08:00

First...this post is our 200th post!!! Holy Moly!

I know this giveaway will get a lot of comments because...

1 ... It is handmade

2 ... It is Jewelry

3 ... It has feathers

4 ... It is darling

Wait a minute? Maybe I should keep it! Well, know that I love you for commenting on this because it is really hard for me to give it away...

ONE HANDMADE NECKLACE BY

Sassy Pepper!

Chocolate brown ribbon to tie at any length you wish...

Deep brass vintage chain and One flower clip to embellish!

The clip is made for the necklace but clip it in your hair or on a cute hat as well!

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

Spread the news and be entered for more chances to win!!!

Cheers,

On the 9th Day of Christmas...

2011-12-09T09:59:00.001-08:00

On the 9th Day of Christmas Sassy Pepper gave to me...

15 Sheets of Vinyl

to use in something cra-a-af-teeeeey!

(If you didn't just sing that out loud or in your head to the "12 Days of Christmas"
song then it probably seemed a little weird).

Even if you don't have a Cricut machine...vinyl can come in very handy with decorating just about anything.

From letters, to stickers, to wall decals. The possibilities are endless!

This includes a variety of Christmas-y and Hannukah-like colors!

There are 15 sheets of 6 x 12 inch sheets.

Black, Forrest Green, Cranberry Red, Cherry Red, Gold, Tan, White...

More Gold, More Black, Dark Blue, Bright Blue, Aqua Blue, Gray, Light Gray and More White!

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

Happy Crafting Giveaway Day!!! Cheers!

On the 8th Day of Christmas...

2011-12-08T08:30:00.000-08:00

Time for some more free holiday decor! How about your very own handmade {with love, naturally} PEACE banner?

This banner is 51" long, made of quality cardstock (each pendant is 5" tall) and strung on silver tinsel to give it some happy holiday sparkle!

Love the dove? Very peaceful, right?

The dove and snowflakes are on metallic cardstock and reflect light beautifully. This banner will look great on your front door, Christmas tree, or above your hearth! Anywhere, really. It's just a cute banner, wishing it was with you for the holidays.

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

Good luck, you fabulous readers!

On the 7th Day of Christmas...

2011-12-07T09:35:00.001-08:00

I think Santa loves when we craft because it makes us a little like Elves. So in honor of Santa's Elves the 7th Day giveaway is a kit of crafting items!

Win Your Own Mod Podge Mini Canvas Kit!

4 {four} 6 x 6 inch mini canvases

1 {one} 4 oz. Mod Podge in Matte Finish

1 {one} Sponge brush

Use them for pictures, names, letters, or just with cute paper!

You can find tutorials on Mod Podge canvas here and Mod Podge photos here.

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

I wish you good luck! Cheers,

6th Day Giveaway and a Tutorial!

2011-12-06T10:45:00.001-08:00

I live in Northern California. Not everywhere in California is sunny, but the weather here is awesome, and there is a lot of sun...we hardly ever see snow or ice. In fact, I don't think 2 of my 3 children have every seen snow. That is a little sad.

For those of you that live in warm places you will love this gift idea for the Holidays!

The California Snowman!

First Enter to Receive your Own California Snowman kit!

And if you want to share the gift with others...scroll down to find the play dough recipe and instructions!

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

The California Snowman Tutorial

Snowman Play-Dough

1 cup flour

1/2 cup salt

2 tsp. cream of tartar

1 cup water

1 tsp vegetable oil

glitter (opt.)

Mix the dry ingredients. Mix water and oil together in separate bowl

and then add them to the dry ingredients. In a pot, cook the mixture

for 3-5 minutes on medium heat stirring constantly. The dough will

start to pull away from the sides of the pot and stick together in a large

ball. Take the dough out and add glitter if desired. Knead it until it

becomes soft and smooth. Allow the dough to cool and store in an

airtight container. You can double and even triple the recipe!

Variations:

Candy Cane Play Dough

Add red food coloring and a few drops of peppermint oil.

Gingerbread Play Dough

Add 1 TBS. cinnamon, 1/2 tsp. nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp. cloves to dry ingredients before cooking. Careful...it smells yummy, but doesn't taste very good!

I just filled the jars 1/2 full so that we could fit the tiny embellishments in too!

I also included the recipe in my jars as part of the gift. Remember to get creative!

We included googly eyes, pipe cleaner stick arms, buttons, and a tiny felt braided scarf and felt hat.

On the 5th Day of Christmas...

2011-12-05T10:40:00.001-08:00

The 5th give is a giveaway that will keep on giving each year.

Your own CD with:

VINTAGE CHRISTMAS TAG IMAGES

To use however you like! Digitally, printed on paper and attached to each special gift, or you can do like Santa does at our house and use his favorite tags only for gifts from Santa!

Total - 32 Vintage Tags!

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

Cheers,

On the Fourth Day of Christmas...

2011-12-04T16:50:00.001-08:00

It is a good thing that this giveaway goes for 12 days, because it was so hard to get to my computer today! Sorry for the late post, but these are just darling.

4th Giveaway is:

One Dozen {12}

Christmas gift tags

Your gifts will just look THAT much cuter! And the backs are all polka dots!

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

Happy commenting! Cheers,

On the Third Day of Christmas...

2011-12-03T09:39:00.001-08:00

The third giveaway is something you will want for that little empty nook in your house.

Three 8 x 8 Holiday Canvases

They are so bright and fun! If you don't have a place for them, I bet you would find a place right?

Adorable colors of aqua, pink and green.

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

Spread the word and be entered for more chances to win!

Cheers,

On the Second day of Christmas...

2011-12-02T07:00:00.000-08:00

I have been feeling a little guilty for a while. Guilty that we do so so so many girly and frilly things on the site and those poor lil boys get left out all of the time. My chance to make up for that a little bit is in today's post! Today's giveaway is a handmade tiny beanie and coordinating tiny socks for the bouncing baby boy that you know.

On the Second Day of Christmas Sassy Pepper gave to me:

A tiny hand made Hat and

2 tiny pairs of socks for a little boy baby

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

Happy Entering!

Cheers,

12 Days Giveaway: Day 1!!!!

2011-12-01T14:18:00.001-08:00

It is that time of year...time for the...

12 days Giveaway!!!

I have decided to make this an annual giveaway! And this year of course has a crafty theme,

there will be a lot of craft supplies for projects on our blog, so enter your favorite one, or enter them all!

GIVEAWAY #1:

"FAITH" Banner

Made with burlap, wooden letters, adorable Christmas themed paper,

and light enough to pin to your wall with a thumbtack.

6 ways to ENTER:

1. "like" us on Facebook - 1 entry

2. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page - 2 entries

3. Follow our blog - 1 entry

4. Share this giveaway on your own blog - 3 entries

5. follow us on twitter - 1 entry

6. tweet about us on twitter - 2 entries

Leave a comment for each of these ON EACH GIVEAWAY POST

and you can have up to 10 entries PER ITEM.

You are however, only allowed to win one item. We want to share the love. :)

YOU HAVE UNTIL DECEMBER 15th to enter ALL 12 GIVEAWAYS!

I hope you win!

Cheers,

A Blog for Christmas?

2011-11-29T11:44:00.001-08:00

I have had a few emails from readers wondering about some frugal (but not cheesy) gifts. It is always a tricky thing, because not every one will cherish an old painted frame or a necklace made from macaroni.

What a perfect question to ask because I was trying to figure out some things for family members that would be nice {and inexpensive}. If you are reading this post, you are obviously a blogger, blog hopper, blog follower, or blog wanna-be-er. This post is primarily for the internet blog savvy.

A BLOG FOR CHRISTMAS!

And any other Holiday!

A Few Ideas for the financially challenged

1. Personal Blog designed and ready to go for that special someone

I decided to make one for my Little Gal who is 9! I included her favorite age appropriate music, favorite websites, designed the blog in her favorite colors and pictures, and even put a picture of her in the corner with "Meet the Author" above it. It will be her own online journal to write and add pictures! We invited family members to join! She is going to love it. I would share it with you but, sorry, it is private.

2. A Blog Cookbook

This one is a work in progress but I am soooooo close to done. You are welcome to take a look at it! I named it Grandma's Cookery. Isn't it just darling? This is a family cookbook with recipes from all of the children and grandchildren, in memory of our dear Grandma Toni! We had one rule, the recipe had to be one that you had made and enjoyed before you submitted it. Look at he fun pictures and cute designs!
The best part...all recipes are ready in one place to be emailed, printed, and drooled over!

3. Letters from Loved Ones...

This has always been a favorite of mine. Memories from everyone, about a special someone, bundled together for a keepsake. Why not bring that to the modern age! Turn it into a blog, you can add pictures, music, and if you ever feel the need to put it on paper you can print up a blog book!

4. Your Favorite Family Vacation

Did you go on a special vacation this year? Make a blog devoted to that fun trip!

5. Favorite Family Stories

This one goes well with the Letters from Loved ones idea. Only it has a fun twist! Everyone has those stories that they like to hear over and over, right? Compile them into a one stop shop by having everyone submit them to put on a blog! Add a silly family photo at the top for an even bigger laugh!

6. Children's Artwork

Where do you put all of those cute things that your kids bring home from school? Take a picture of them for safe keeping and add them to an Artwork Blog! You can print it up for all of the grandparents!

The one thing you do need for this is a little bit of time. You really can be as simple as you want with this, and Blogger.com has a TON of adorable backgrounds to choose from. Wrap up the blog address in a cute envelope or tiny box and it is a perfect stocking stuffer. Stockings are my favorite, aren't they yours too?

Have fun Blogging! If you decide to make one please please please share it with us!

Cheers,