Monday, June 22, 2015

Aprons With Attitude!

The creators of these aprons have poured so much of their passion and affection
for this garment into their work, and it shows! You notice vintage with lace
and linens, handkerchiefs and embroidery.  These beauties are not your grandma's apron.

If you want more information on creating any of the beauties
Check out my Sew Crafty Angel Pinterest board.

Found on flickr.com

Found on etsy.com


Found on etsy.com


Found on etsy.com


 Found on crookedbrains.net


 Found on varyarukodelnitsa.ru


 Found on cherishedvintage.blogspot.com


Apron
Found on velvetstrawberries.typepad.com


shabby apron
Found on flickr.com




Saturday, June 20, 2015

The Chain Linky CLIMB Party



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God’s Growing Garden
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WELCOME!
It's the month long Networking Blog Hop 
Networking means helping each other grow!! 
If you want to promote a CLIMB link, then use #ChainLinkyCLIMB on Twitter or Google+ so that we can all help each other grow!
Here's how the Giveaway & Co-hosting works - the co-hosts from the previous month's CLIMB will have the opportunity to participate in a Giveaway during the next CLIMB - that gives co-hosts 2 months in a row of blog growing fun!!  (If you would like to co-host please sign up at the end of this post using the last "Linky")
Please welcome The June 2015 Chain "Linky" CLIMB week#4 Co-hosts:

April from "April Noelle"
(Click on the blog button below)

April Noelle 
April is our permanent week#4 co-host.  Checkout what's been happening on "April Noelle" lately:

The Library is More Than Just Books
Turn It Up Tuesday 91
My Week In Review (#70DaysofSummer)
&
Miranda from "The Myrabev Life"
(Click on the blog button below)
The Myrabev Life
Miranda is one of our permanent "fill-in" cohosts.  Checkout what's been happening on "The Myrabev Life" lately:
Personal Confessions - Debt is no Small Matter
Health & Exercise Monthly Update- Three
Personal Confessions - Finding the Good in Goodbye

&

Colleen from "Butterfly in the Attic"
(Click on the blog button below)
Butterfly in the Attic
We are thrilled that Colleen is joining us again!  Checkout what's been happening on "Butterfly in the Attic" lately:
Hanging in There
 Members of the Pacific Postcard Team - Series 89
What Platform Do You Use for Your Shop & Networking Saturday
&
Vieve from "Relatably Fit"
(Click on the blog button below)

Relatably Fit
Vieve's blog will inspire you to live & eat healthy!  She has so many tips on working out, dieting & she shares amazing recipes!  These are the other post categories on her blog: "Breakfast, Disordered Eating, Nutrition, Q&A, Running, Self-Esteem & more!"
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Also, our CLIMB GIVEAWAY!
Please enter below -one person will win:
- $30 Paypal cash from The Wifey Lifey,  Sew Crafty Angel &  Cuddlebug Cuties 
- Ad Space on A Peek Into My Paradise - $30 value
- 1 Month Ad Space on The Myrabev Life - $10 value
- 1 Sidebar Ad Space on God's Growing Garden - $10 value
- A beautiful beach stoneNecklace by ShorelineDesigned - $15 value
- "My Cookie Creation Countdown" Recipe ebook by Angie Ouellette-Tower


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CHERRIES CORDIAL NECKLACE

 Cherries Cordial - Black Natural Beach stone 48 Inch Cord, Lake Michigan, Black Waxed Cotton Cord and Red Recycled Glass Krobo Bead Unisex Necklace
Simple and elegant. Stone. Glass. Fiber. I have found and drilled this Lake Michigan beach stone, hand strung it onto a quality waxed cotton cord and topped it with a cherry-red recycled glass Krobo artisan bead.
by ShorelineDesigned
Total prize value is $100!!

CLIMB Giveaway Rules & Conditions:
- this is open worldwide (void where prohibited)
- You must be 18 years or older to enter 
- You MUST have a blog to win the Ad spaces (otherwise these will become second place prizes)
- You must live in the lower 48 of the United States to win the Necklace (otherwise this will become  second place prizes)
- You MUST have a valid PayPal account to win the Paypal Cash (otherwise this will become a second place prize)
- This Giveaway is open from June 1st, 2015 until June 29th, 2015
- Winner must respond to email within 48 hours or a different winner will be chosen
- Giveaway Hosts & Co-hosts can NOT enter this Giveaway!, however - JUNE 2015 CLIMB blog hop co-hosts ARE allowed to enter this Giveaway (provided they are not also part of the Giveaway)
- correspondence is done through email and the winner's email addresses will only be used to deliver or set-up e-prizes.  Email addresses will NEVER be sold or shared.
- All prizes will be delivered by the contributing Bloggers/Shop Owners.
- if you have any questions or concerns about this Giveaway please email one of the hosts:
a Rafflecopter giveaway

Now onto the CLIMB (blog hop):
We have changed it up a bit - instead of linking your homepage you may now link up to 4 of your family friendly blog posts per month!!

 
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By participating in this blog hop your understand that your link might be featured &/or promoted on our blogs & social media.  Also, by participating in this blog hop your email address will be added to our CLIMB list & you will be sent an email reminder next month. 

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Remember - If you co-host you will receive a free Weekly Sidebar Ad and your blog button will appear on both Angie's blog & Angel's blog!!

(The Ad will run live a few weeks after you have co-hosted)


We are looking for amazing Bloggers like you to cohost the CLIMB! (We are scheduling for July 2015) - please click the purple button below to sign up to cohost or click HERE!

God’s Growing Garden


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Thursday, June 18, 2015

Fun with Four Bloiverary Giveaway @ Sew Crafty Angel

It's time for another Amazing Giveaway @ Sew Crafty Angel

My Friend Angie from God's Growing Garden
is celebrating her 4th Blogiversary
and I'm excited to be helping her celebrate.
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(the following post was written by Angie Ouellette-Tower from God's Growing Garden )
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"God's Growing Garden" Turns 4 Years Old!
4 Different Prize Packs
4 Different Winners
4 weeks long!!! 
Starting June 19th, 2015 until July 16th, 2015



To help celebrate - the following amazing Bloggers have joined forces to provide you with this great Giveaway:

Angel @ Sew Crafty Angel  |  Anna @ Cuddlebug Cuties  |  Katherine @ Katherine's Corner  | 
Heidi @ Heidi's Wanderings  |  Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines  |  Melissa @ Deliciously Savvy  |
Cathy @ A Peek Into My Paradise  |  Kaitlyn @ Three Sisters & Us  |  Julie @ Joyful Gifts by Julie  |
Natasha @ Epic Mommy Adventures  |  Jody @ Mom 'N Daughter Savings  |
Bev @ Eclectic Red Barn  |  Paula @ PaulaMS' Giveaways, Reviews & Freebies  |
Lisa @ Chronically Content  |  Debbie @ Heartbeats ~ Soul Stains  | 
John @ Java John Z's  |  Angie @ God's Growing Garden
4 Different Prize Packs & 4 Winners!!
(one prize pack per winner!!)
The first winner gets to choose which Prize Pack they would like, then the second winner chooses from the remaining 3 prizes & then the third winner gets to choose from the remaining 2 prizes & then the fourth winner receives the last remaining prize.
(IMPORTANT - if the fourth winner does not qualify (for example - if the fourth prize is the Ad Space Prize Pack but the fourth winner doesn't have a blog then that winner forfeits any prize & a fifth winner will be chosen) 


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OR
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click HERE to view Ad Space Pack Details
OR
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click HERE to view Gift Pack Details

Giveaway Rules
- You must be 18 years or older to enter
-This is open worldwide HOWEVER to win the GIFT Prize Pack you must live in the lower 48 of the USA 
- This Giveaway is open from June 19th, 2015 until July 16th, 2015
- Only 1 Prize pack per winner
- There will be 4 winners ONLY
- To win the CASH Prize Pack you must have a valid Paypal account
- To win the AD SPACE Prize Pack you must have a blog
- To win the GIFT Prize pack you must live or have a mailing address in the lower 48 of the USA
- If you are the fourth winner & do not qualify for the last remaining prize then you forfeit your winning & a 5th winner will be chosen
- Each winner must respond within 48 hours or a different winner will be chosen
- Giveaway entries will be validated
- Giveaway Hosts & Co-hosts may NOT enter this Giveaway! 
- you must enter a valid email address to win
- correspondence is done through email and the winner's email addresses will only be used to deliver or set-up prizes.  Email addresses will NEVER be sold or shared.
- a shipping address will be requested should you win the GIFT Prize Pack
- Angie from God's Growing Garden is responsible for delivering the CASH Prize Pack & the AMAZON Prize Pack
- CASH Prize Pack will be given in US Dollars.  Any fees or currency exchange associated with this Prize Pack will be the sole responsibility of the winner.
- AMAZON Prize Pack will be given in US Dollars.  Any currency difference associated with this Prize Pack will need to be figured out by the winner.
- all other prizes will be delivered/setup by the participating Giveaway Bloggers/Cohosts
- if you have any questions or concerns about this Giveaway please email Angie:  angeliquetower@gmail.com


Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Wake Up Wednesday "Linky" Party #73










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 Wake Up Wednesday "Linky" Party
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We are so excited to have so many amazing bloggers party with us.
Check out this weeks Featured linkups.

Thank you so much to all those who share your blog in our party.
Last week we had  445 awesome linkups!   

 Wake Up and be happy, get excited and have fun with us! 
We want to be inspired, entertained, laugh and have a good time!

(after you add your link to the party come on back and click below to enter our contest)


Your link will appear on the blogs of

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This weeks 
Featured Bloggers

Willingness
My Life In Progress
Every single one of us that has ever lived has harmed someone, somewhere at some point in our lives.  Either we spoke to harshly towards someone or perhaps we told a lie thinking they wouldn’t know or maybe we forgot to do something that was important to someone else.


The Pub Burger
A Sprinkle of This and That
The Pub Burger?  A simple sea salt and pepper seasoned burger topped with your lettuce and tomato.  But then there are caramelized Vidalya onions and a sauce that is so smoky good!  Unbelievable!


EASY CINNAMON STICKS RECIPE
Cincy Shopper
If you are needing a quick and easy breakfast or dessert idea, these Easy Cinnamon Sticks will be perfect. In just a few minutes time, you can be enjoying these sticks of yumminess all topped with a sweet icing.


Battling Our Fears
Grammie Time
The grandchildren and I visited the zoo. There was so much to see, explore and experience. Eli is three years old and his curiosity is in full swing. Hannah is almost two and she is fearless, exploring everything around her. So you can imagine how my senses were on full alert trying to keep them out of harm's way and still have fun.



BANANA SPLIT FRUIT KABOBS WITH DIP
All She Cooks
Think perfect chocolate dipped strawberries.  Chocolate drizzled strawberries. It’s all about how to make a delicious dessert with a simple sauce.  Chocolate sauce mind you. There’s now way around it.  These are fun treats to make with kids.  Or without.  Just saying–I could eat these all day every day, with my kids or alone.   And not even feel guilty.



Patriotic Paper Craft
This Mama Loves
These paper crafts are perfect for your next patriotic event! Add them to food on your table. Toss them in a centerpiece or plant or enjoy them by themselves in a cute mason jar! I love using hot glue with paper because there is very little dry time.


A Bird House Wreath
The Messy Roost

When did summer get here?  I really can't complain, living in Arizona, we haven't had too many warm (hot) days.  I can't say the "H" word, because, we all know how warm it really gets - ha ha.  Anyway, I have had this wreath idea in my head for at least a year, maybe two.  I really did have a different picture in my head, but, I like it.


Turtle Tote from Jeans
Creating my way to Success

This is my latest clothes upcycle for the school carnival stall later this year.


Almond Vanilla Body Butter
SITS

Body Butter is a product I use every single day, especially during winter and summer. There is nothing more amazing for your skin, than a luxurious body butter that leaves your skin looking smoother than ever. Body Butter can be very expensive, and finding a scent you want to linger on your skin all day isn’t always easy.


"CHOCOMOLE"
 a.k.a the easiest raw vegan Chocolate pudding!
Becoming Alice

"Now what the heck is Chocomole?", you might be wondering. "Is it really guacamole but with chocolate?!"


My Picnic Party on the Deck Cart
Crafts a la Mode

This little project was so much fun and I got to use one of my many pieces of junk picked up from the side of the road. SCORE!


The TRUTH Behind Perfect Facebook Posts…
~Taylor-Made Homestead~

Recently I was trying to decide what flavor endless soup I wanted to make for our weeks’ worth of bone-warming lunches during this cold weather.  I decided against the Mexican or Italian flavored that I usually go for and opted instead to make a good hearty stew-styled soup.  It was delicious, and I wanted to share with our followers.




Oven Roasted Cabbage Steaks
Made in a Day

Cabbage is one of my favorite veggies to eat. And since I am still on my low-carb diet this side dish Oven Roasted Cabbage Steaks is delicious way to to enjoy your veggies and stay on track! I usually saute cabbage chunks in a little oil with salt and pepper. Add water and steam until tender. But this oven roasted version is so much easier and tastier.



Evidence How Foods Affect Children’s Behavior
Deep Roots at Home
How foods affect children’s behavior has been heavy on my mind as I’ve watched Mamas struggle with increasingly belligerent and aggressive kids. This topic is just too important to ignore.

American Flag Pallet Project
Diva of DIY

As some of you know any project for me that involves a pallet is a favorite of mine. This American Flag Pallet Project is so easy and has become one of my favorite since last year!


Mixed Media Patriotic Art
The CSI Project

Mixed Media is fun and creative. Stretch your creative muscles and just explore what you can do. This project started out one way and by the end, it was just what I wanted.


10 Writing Tips to Improve Your Blog
Budget Girl

When I was a kid, I hated English class. Though I was good at it–it was just one of those things that came so easily. But it bored me to tears. (So it makes sense that I went on to get a BA in English, right? 😛 )

Some people have a harder time understanding English. I have a cousin who excels at math but can’t write a coherent sentence to save his life. Which is fine, because he doesn’t work in a field that requires writing skills.



Sangria Ice
Upstate Ramblings

This cool and refreshing Sangria Ice is a perfect summer treat for grown ups!





 Wake Up Wednesday Linky




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Link up your funny stories, DIY posts, crafts, decorating, fashion, makeup, health & fitness, recipes, mommy moments -- anything at all, as long as it is family-friendly.  Please visit some other bloggers and make some new friends and say hello to old friends..
  • Please leave me a comment , I love to hear from you.
  • Please Link to your family friendly post 
  • I'd love for you to grab my party button for your blog party site but it's totally optional
  • Please No adult content blogs
  • Please do not add links to shops or selling websites (they will be deleted from the party)
  • Giveaways are always welcome.. Add your giveaways to Sew Crafty Angel's Pinterest Community Giveaway Board too.  
Adding your link to this blog hop gives Sew Crafty Angel permission to share your posts and pictures via social media and as features on Sew Crafty Angel And Co-Hosts.  Note- All features on Sew Crafty Angel And Co-Hosts will be linked back to the original source .Social media features are linked back to the linky party.