Blocks...

One of kates favorite toys.

Custom Stationary.

I've been wanting this for a while now and have been trying to convince my husband that it is a necessity to have custom stationary... i think he'll cave in soon...

I am loving...

these frames...


these cakes stands...


and i would love for this to be my backyard (lake included!)

Magnet Boards...

A couple weeks ago i went to craft show here in Las Vegas. Every year they try to have a few new things, this year one of their new vendors brought MAGNET BOARDS. These magnet boards are the newest trend and are very handy. Live Well Stitchery is the maker of these creative boards. They have a ton to choose from. I actually bought the one with the calendar so i could try to keep organized, and i absolutely love it! These make great gifts for really anyone!

Messenger Bag Tutorial...

Need a great gift idea? Here is a tutorial that is easy enough for anyone!

I'm an American Girl...

Who doesn't love an American girl? I know i have been in love with American Girl since i was a little kid! I remember me and my sister wanting and dreaming for a popular American girl doll... Lindsey wanted Samantha and i wanted molly... And now there are so many more to pick from! This is the doll to get for your princess this holiday season!

I'm Back...

I know i haven't been very good at posting... i have been quite busy... but i will try and do better... Anyway, today Oprah presented her favorite things of 2007... Check it out... must have and presents for this holiday season!

Baby Shower Gift Idea...

I know you have heard of the ever so popular diaper cake... well this is something similar with blankets and baby clothes. Perfect for a sure to be loved baby shower gift! Here's how to make it:

Baby Shower Baby Cake* Directions:
(Items in bold are the things you need to make this)
{If you want to make a base out of something else skip steps 1 & 2}
1. Cut pink gift wrap to cover top of a 16"x1" Styrofoam disk; fasten with white glue.
2. Glue 1" pink grosgrain ribbon (get 1 1/2 yds.) around outer edge. Glue 1/4" green grosgrain ribbon (4 1/2 yds.) on pink ribbon.
3. Fold 4 receiving blankets in half, then thirds (lengthwise -- about 5" high. Roll one up snugly; secure with rubber bands.
4. One at a time roll remaining blankets around the first. Strech large rubber bands around two; pin the last with corsage pins at back.
5. Wrap 1 1/2" pink dotted ribbon (2 yds.) around center; pin in back.
6. Make 7 green ribbon bows 3 1/2" across. Pin 6 to pink band, evenly spaced.
7. Pin a large pink daisy (get 7) at center of each.
8. Fold in sides of 8 baby garments to measure 4 1/2'; roll and secure in center with rubber bands.
10. Insert sharp end of bamboo skewer into base at center of rolled blankets and press into Styrofoam disk.
11. Place rolled up clothing around skewer; secure with a large rubber band.
12. Pin pink ribbon around middle. Pin remaining bow and daisy at front.
13. Top your baby shower cake with a small stuffed toy, pin to secure.

*Feel free to personalize it or change it to your liking, like just tieing a ribbon around it and tieing a bow, etc...

Enjoy!
{seen in Woman's World Magazine July 31, 2007 issue}

I LOVE PURSES!

Purses to me are like shoes to some. I can go to the mall and simply buy purses! But this site teaches you how to make a signature handbag for you! U-Handbag makes it easy for you. If you do not have a purse fetish, surely there is someone you know who does, make a purse as a gift! This would be great for a birthday, Christmas, your daughter, a thank you, or just anytime!