Hoo are You? Christmas Questions Answered!

Once again I am excited to participate in Hoo are you!  A weekly party where we can go to know more about our fellow bloggers!

Here are my answers for the week!

1. Do you like to listen to Christmas music?

I do enjoy listening to Christmas music.  It helps me get into the spirit of the holidays. 

2. Are you one of those people who get all their shopping done early,

or do you do most of it in December?

I admit that I just started yesterday with some great cyber Monday deals.  I do have a few other items that i have picked up in the last couple of months as well.  And I will most likely be picking things up all month long.

3. Do you set a budget on how much you spend on each person?

Nope!  Probably should though....

4. Do you send out Christmas cards?

Yes! I love sending and receiving Christmas cards!  

5. Do you enjoy this holiday season or does it stress you out?

I try to enjoy it! But there is a lot of stress that goes along with it.  So I do my best to make it enjoyable and fun for everyone.

Want to share your answers?  Go and Link up here

Christmas Countdown and a Winner!

I have seen Advent Calendars all over blogland lately and finally dug mine out.  I have 2 different ones, that were both given to me as gifts!  So I can't take the credit but still want to show them off!

My first one, made by my MIL.  My kids love this!  It is always a fight as to who gets to move the bead each morning.

Each day in December, you slide a bead to the other side of the tree.  Christmas Day, the last bead, a yellow star, will top the tree!

My sister made this for me last year so this is my first year to use it.  I think she did a marvelous job!

Cookie sheet.  Spray painted white.  Paper and mod podge for embellishing.  Little tags with magnets on back can be changed out each day.  Store the extra #s on the other side!

Before I announce today's winner, I want to remind you all that TOMORROW kicks off our 12 Days of Giveaways!  With a new giveaway each day for the next 12 days!  I will be linking you to each one, so be sure to stop by.  I will be personally hosting the giveaway here on Monday Dec. 6.  And you won't want to miss it!

I  just used random.org and chose a winner of the Doris Marie Boutique Upcycled T-shirt Dress Giveaway!!!

Lucky #10
TheNormanFive said...

The dress I would pick would be the upcycled moon struck dress because it would fit my daughter and is really cute.

Congrats!  I will be in touch soon!

Christmas Cards: Better late than never!

I can't believe it is almost December!  And I haven't even started working on my Christmas cards this year.  I usually try to get my cards in the mail the first week of December.  So I am a little behind this year. 

I have decided to make it easy on myself and design and order my  Christmas cards online and from the comfort of my home.  (I'll probably even do it in my jammies!)

Shutterfly to the rescue!  I have used Shutterfly in the past and have always been satisfied!

They have incredible holiday deals  and a huge selection of fabulous templates to choose from! (If you are a fellow blogger,  Shutterfly is still offering an opportunity for you to earn 50 free holiday cards)

The hardest part will be choosing the perfect holiday card template from their awesome selection.   So many choices!  Here are a few that I am loving right now.


Several pictures....

or just 1????

 

 

Decisions.  Decisions.

Plus,

I am thinking, while I am there, I might as well make some fun 

Calendars for some last minute gifts.   And one for me as a keepsake for the year!

 

 As soon as I get these done, maybe I can focus on some Holiday Decorating!  And maybe even some new fun crafts!  After all, I'm going to need to display all my fun cards!

Handmade Gift Idea: Oven Mitt and Pot holders

I just made these for a belated birthday gift for my mom.  My daughter gave them to her at Thanksgiving.  I really liked the way they turned out.

I used the oven mitt patten from One Yard Wonders.  I made my hot pads slightly smaller than the book called for.  And made my binding from brown scrap fabric to ad some contrasting color.

I plan on making some more for Christmas gifts. 

Fantabulous BLACK Friday!

It's BLACK Friday. And whether you are one to fight the crowds or one who stays home in your warm bed, its going to be a Fantabulous Day!

And tho there is no par-tay this week, I do have a couple BLACK Friday deals for you to check out!

A couple of my AWESOME Sponsors have BLACK Friday deals going on that you won't want to miss!

Check out Usborne Books Black Friday Super Sale!

40-70% off Great Gifts for the Holidays.

Shop Midnight 11/25-Midnight 11/26

(with more deals for Cyber Monday!)

And how about some Scentsy deals!!!

Amber Lerwill - Independant Scentsy Consultant

Promote Your Page Too

 Need some new holiday scents?  Or maybe a fun new warmer!

Amber's got them for you on her Facebook page so don't forget to visit!

 And don't forget to enter my current Giveaway and you could win an Upcycled T-shirt Dress from 

Doris  Marie Boutique!

Perfectly Easy Dinner Rolls

Here is my contribution to Thanksgiving dinner this year.  Since we are traveling 3 hours Thursday morning, I kinda got off easy.  Rolls and drinks. 

The name says it all!   These rolls are EASY and oh, so YUMMY!  And turn out perfect every time!  And did I say, no kneading needed! I just whipped them up in my kitchen-aid mixer!  And boy, did my house smell yummy!  My husband came home from work and headed strait for the kitchen and before I could stop him, he gobbled up a roll before dinner.

 Joy's Perfectly Easy Dinner Rolls
 1 cup warm water
2 pkg active dry yeast (5 tsp)
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp salt
4-4 1/2 cups flour
add'l melted butter


Makes 24 rolls.

Combine yeast and warm water in lg bowl.  Let stand until yeast is foamy.  About 5 min.

Stir in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and salt.

Beat in flour 1 cup at a time until dough is too stiff to mix.  Should be slightly sticky.  Cover and refrigerate 2 hours. (or up to 4 days)

Grease pans.  Heat oven to 375.  Divide dough into 24 equal pieces and roll into balls.  Place in pan.  Cover and let rise until doubled in size.  About 1 hour.

Bake until golden brown.  15-20 minutes.  Brush warm rolls with melted butter.

These are perfect for leftover turkey sandwiches too!  I will be whipping up another batch today.  After all, you can never have too many rolls!

What are you making this year?

Thanksgiving Tuesday.....and Hoo are You?

I am up to my elbows in dough.  Yep!  I have been making rolls all day!  My house smells so yummy and I am getting anxious for Turkey Day!

A couple reminders for ya....NO FANTABULOUS FRIDAY THIS WEEK!  But we are definitely ON for next week!  So see you then!

Enter HERE to win an UPCYCLED T-shirt dress from Doris Marie Boutique.  These dresses are awesome!  Just ask my daughter.  Giveaway ends Nov. 29 @ 9 pm MTS

Also, don't forget about our 12 Days of Giveaways!  A new giveaway each day!  More info HERE.

So now here's a little about me.....you can share all about you too.  Just click the button below and link up!







1. Name 5 things you are grateful for!
My Family, our health, My Heavenly Father, good friends, and HEAT!

2. What is you favorite dish at Thanksgiving dinner?
I love green bean casserole.  I also love turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce!

3. Do you have any family traditions for Thanksgiving?
Just being together.

4. Are you staying home or traveling for Thanksgiving?
We are going to try to go home.  Its a 3 hour trip but the weather is crazy.....

5. What else do you do on Thanksgiving day besides eat?
Play games, visit, watch movies.  Just mostly enjoy being together as a family!

Our weekend....what a great start to the Holiday Season!

Sorry for the lack of posts and creativity on my part lately.  I have just been a little pre-occupied planning for this weekend.  My 2nd oldest son, was baptized on Saturday. What a special day for him. He is such a sweet boy and I am so proud of his choices.

 

I just want to share with you an awesome program template I found.  It is  

Jenny's LDS Baptism Program Template

It is all set up so all you have to do is insert your information and personalize it.  It saved me so much time and printed out beautifully. 

Congratulations to Braxton and thanks to all who attended!  This was truly a great start to our Holiday Season!

(Don't forget to enter my current giveaway to win an 

Upcycled T-shirt Dress!)

12 Days of Giveaways!!!

We are all so excited for 12 Days of Giveaways! 

12 great giveaways from 12 fabulous bloggers!

A new Giveaway each day!

Mark your Calendars and tell all your friends!!!

It all happens December 1-12  

Each giveaway will only be open for a few days!  So don't miss out! 
Grab our button an help spread the word!

Giveaway schedule:

Dec.1 @ Me Making Do

Dec.2 @ Best of Momma Chef

Dec. 3 @ Funky Polkadot Giraffe

Dec. 4 @ Night Owl Crafting

Dec. 5 @ Wildflowers and Whimsy

Dec.6 @ Mommas Kinda Crafty

Dec.7 @ Crystal's Craft Spot

Dec. 8 @ Creative Itch

Dec.9 @ If I Could...

Dec. 10 @ Young and Crafty

Dec. 11 @ Sew a Straight Line

Dec. 12 @ Craft Rookie

And I've got a sneak peak for you at some of the awesome giveaways!

More to come.....you won't want to miss out!

Fantabulous Friday Link up! 11/19

 Have you entered my Upcycled T-shirt Dress Giveaway???   
Go HERE!

600???  Really?  I just realized I hit 600 followers!  I am speechless....you guys are the best!  

It's time for another Fantabulous Friday Link Party!  You all amazed me with your creativity last week and I am anxious to see what you've got for us this week!  I love featuring the most popular links each week!  Check them out!

Polka Dots and Pizza shared these fun fleece slipper boots

 

And this super easy, super cute, Christmas gift idea comes from 

A Pumpkin and a Princess

 

 The other favorite this week is these Christmas Trees by Young  and Crafty

On with the Par-tay!

A few little rules before we begin....

1. Enter a link to your specific blog post. It can be anything YOU created! Something you crafted, sewed, painted, re-purposed, baked, organized, or anything else you made that you want to share.

2. Please check out a few of the other links on the list and leave a comment. This is what the party is all about! Making new friends and finding fun projects!

3. Grab the Fantabulous Friday! button below to add to your post to let others know you're participating.

4. No Etsy pages or business websites please. And all posts need to be family friendly or they will be deleted!!!

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Stocking Stuffer: Beaded Ribbon Necklace

I just finished my first handmade stocking stuffer this year. It is a necklace for Miss K.

 I picked these beads up on clearance a while back and realized they had Mickey Mouse on them so I have been trying to come up with something to make with them. 

And here it is:

I didn't use a tutorial, but I know there are some good ones out there.  I also didn't get many pictures.  But I think you can probably figure it out.

I left an 8" tail of ribbon on each end for tying.  And just use a needle and thread to weave in and out of the ribbon between each bead. 

And here is my little man modeling it....sorry, he would not hold still!

What are you making for your kids stockings this year?  Your husbands?  I'd love to know!

Hoo are You! with Night Owl Crafting!

It's that time again....and here are my answers....





1. Do you ever burp out loud in private or public?

I occasionally burp out loud in front of my family. 

 2. How often do you get sick each year?

I am generally a healthy person.  Besides minor colds, I probably get sick twice a year.

 

3. Would you rather paint a room in your house yourself, or have someone else do it for you?

I would love to paint but have never done alot myself.

 

4. If you get 30 minutes to yourself, what do you do?

 Catch up on crafts, TV, or computer time

5. Do you allow people to wear shoes in your house?

 Yes.  We are just renting now so its okay.  Once we build our new home, NO SHOES ALLOWED!

And the winner is.....

I have had such a crazy busy morning, I almost forgot to announce the winner of the Usborne Books Giveaway!

Congratulations to AMY, who said, 

"I like the touchy feely Puppies book"

 I will be emailing you shortly!

For the rest of you, there is still time to place your orders for Christmas!  These are truly awesome books and I know you and your kids will love them!!

New Sponsor and Giveaway! Doris Marie Boutique

I am thrilled to announce my newest sponsor, Doris Marie Boutique.

Check out her fun dresses made from upcycled T-shirts!

She even sent me one for my daughter!  Miss K was so excited and it is one of her favorite dresses!  I think she would wear it everyday if  I'd let her.  It's just so comfy and soft!

I love how durable it has been through many washes!  It was very well made!

Thank you Doris!

In addition to the Upcycled dresses, she makes these adorable pinafore dresses with bloomers

And these fun 2 piece skirt sets

 Doris is Giving away an Upcycled T-shirt dress to a lucky reader!

What a great gift this would be for that little sweetie on your list this year!

To enter, leave a comment with your email for each entry!

1. Visit Doris Marie Boutique and tell me what dress you would pick!

2. Like Doris Marie Boutique on FaceBook

3.  Be a follower of Mommas kinda Crafty!

For bonus entries, blog or Facebook about this Giveaway!

Giveaway open to US residents.  Will close Monday, Nov. 29 at 9 pm MST.
Winner will be announced Tues.  morning!

Good luck to all who enter!

Fantabulous Friday Link up! 11/12

Sorry I have been MIA the last few days. I just haven't been feeling so hot. Finally got me some meds so should be back to normal soon! 

In the meantime, if you haven't entered my Usborne Books Giveaway, there is still time!  And a fabulous new sponsor and giveaway is in the works!  Don't miss out!

The most viewed link from last week was the Baby Gift set by  The Paisley Abbey

Show me what you've been up too!

A few little rules before we begin....

1. Enter a link to your specific blog post. It can be anything YOU created! Something you crafted, sewed, painted, re-purposed, baked, organized, or anything else you made that you want to share.

2. Please check out a few of the other links on the list and leave a comment. This is what the party is all about! Making new friends and finding fun projects!

3. Grab the Fantabulous Friday! button below to add to your post to let others know you're participating.

4. No Etsy pages or business websites please. And all posts need to be family friendly or they will be deleted!!!

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Guest Posting @ Keeping it Simple

I am guest posting today at Keeping it Simple while Kaysi is on Maternity leave.

Come by and see what I'm doing with this jar of potpourri!