SCS Favorites and Super Crafty Saturday 8

Hello my fantabulous followers!! I hope you have all had a fantastic week and are looking forward to an even better weekend! Thank you so much for all of your congratulations to our exciting news! I am 8 weeks preggo so I am having some sickness which makes it hard to have the energy to craft after having a 2 1/2 year old all day. This time is harder than the first since I can't lay down whenever I want with the munchkin constantly needing me. My hubby has been super helpful though and takes her when he gets home for a bit to give me a breather since I am sick from noon to midnight everyday. I am so blesses to have him as my hubby and can't wait to see his reaction to this pregnancy (since he deployed last time when I was 4 1/2 months along.) So we are all very excited especially Aurora who has already told us she wants a baby sister! It is going to be fun to see her reactions as well once the baby starts kicking and all the fun stuff.

So thank you again for all the congrats...now on to my favs from last weeks party!

Last week had so many cute links it was hard to choose but here are my top 5 (If I feature you make sure to grab my button!):

Step Stool Re-Do @Not So Crafty

Women's T-Shirt to Toddler Night Gown @Nancy's Couture

DIY Birthday Party Hats @Little Lizard King

Modge-Podge Desk Makeover @Sun-Kissed Scholars

Homemade Almond Joy Bars @Santa's Gift Shoppe

Thank you so much for linking up all your great ideas!!!

Now onto the party!

If you’re a new fantabulous follower, every Saturday we get together to share our newest creations. It could be just about anything crafty- a project, artwork, scrapping...anything you are proud of! Each week I will choose some of my favorties to feature and it might be you!

Last weeks links were so amazing that I can't wait to see what you all came up with this week!

On a side note...If anyone would like to do a blog swap with me, please e-mail me at onecraftymommy@yahoo.com. Now on to the party!

Some Simple Rules:

1. Link to your specific post, not the main page of your blog.
2. Include a short description of your creation and the name of your blog.
3. Grab our party button so everyone can get in on the fun.
4. This link party will start at 6pm Friday and end at 6am Tuesday PST.
5. Have fun!!!

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BIG NEWS!!!!

I have a big announcement............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................I AM PREGNANT!!!!!!!!!!!!

Fashionable Friday: Investing in Your PJ's

Good Morning Fashionista! Amanda from Fashionista On A Dime here.....

If you are new to "Fashionable Fridays" ~WELCOME! Pull up a cushy chair, grab a cup of coffee and let's chat.....My very good friend, Shannon (the owner of this fabulous crafty blog), is an amazing woman. She cares about your fashion needs and wants to see you happy with every area of mommy-hood including your wardrobe. It's commonly placed on the back-burner because you are busy caring for little ones and your significant other.  Where is the time? Well, you deserve to carve out some time (like now!) an reward yourself for being so nurturing and giving! So, for your prize, I want to give you easy tips to uncover your inner Fashionista you once knew and ditch the old sweats and t-shirt routine.

So far we've showcased outfits that will 'wow' your husband on date-nights. We've created fabulous yet comfortable outfits for you to run errands with the kids. We also put together outfits that you can relax in while hanging out at home. Make sure you check those out, too.

Today I'd like to focus on another area that often is overlooked: your pj collection! Sleep time is another opportunity to give back to yourself. It's a time that is so easy to carve out for yourself because the kids are (usually) asleep before you hit the sack. So this may be a little easier for you to kick into gear.  Are you ready? Here we go!

Victoria's Secret Sateen Boxer Pajama Set $24.50

Victoria's Secret Canterbury Knit Nightie On SALE $22.50

Victoria's Secret Printed Woven Pant $34

Victoria's Secret Supersoft Slippers $25

Investing in your pj's has many benefits.  The top two are: 1. Enriched sleeping experience. Wearing comfy, cozy pajamas increase the value of our resting time because the soft fabric relaxes you faster than you can say "Night-Night!" Plus.. relaxed sleep = renewed body and mind.  2. We feel pretty and cherished.  We tend to be more beneficial to others when we are good to ourselves first. We are happier and healthier, therefore making the perfect nurturer for your family. Sounds good, right? Invest in your PJ's today!

Thank you for tuning into another Fashionable Friday: Investing in Your PJ's. See you next Friday! <3 Amanda

SCS Favorites and SCS 7!

Hello my fantabulous followers! Thank you so much for understanding about me needing to take some time off. I have lot of exciting things coming up including an announcement and a giveaway as a thank you for being such wonderful followers! Now my favorites from week 6:

Home Tile @Not So Crafty 

Shoe Box Ribbon Storage @Land of The Misfit Toys

All the Wrong Ways to Make an Apron @From Glitter to Gumdrops

DIY Bath Salts & Free Printable Labels @Delicious Ambiguity

J. Crew Inspired Dress @Create and Delegate

Chocolate/Peppermint Brownies @Santa's Gift Shoppe & Ideas

Cheeky Caution Sign @Aly & Ash

What's for Dinner? @A Girl and a Glue Gun

Fancy Pants @Little Lizard King

1st Year Scrapbook @Scrappy Gifts

Now onto the party!

If you’re a new fantabulous follower, every Saturday we get together to share our newest creations. It could be just about anything crafty- a project, artwork, scrapping...anything you are proud of! Each week I will choose some of my favorties to feature and it might be you!

Last weeks links were so amazing that I can't wait to see what you all came up with this week!

On a side note...If anyone would like to do a blog swap with me, please e-mail me at onecraftymommy@yahoo.com. Now on to the party!

Some Simple Rules:

1. Link to your specific post, not the main page of your blog.
2. Include a short description of your creation and the name of your blog.
3. Grab our party button so everyone can get in on the fun.
4. This link party will start at 6pm Thursday and end at 6am Monday PST.
5. Have fun!!!

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No SCS This Week :(

Hello my fantabulous followers! I have been such a bad hostess this week and I apologize. I will not be having Super Crafty Saturday this week because there is just too much on my plate right now. I will be back for next weeks party as well as feature my favorites from last week's party as soon as I can. We just have a lot of family stuff going on right now, and I am looking for a replacement in my current job and am starting a new job as well on top of my MOMS Club newsletter responsibilities and MOPS as well. So I will be on a blogging hiatus until next week but to make up for my absense I will open the party a day early on Thursday and will also be doing a giveaway! I look forward to re-connecting with you all on Thursday! Thank you for being such fantabulous followers!!!

Fashionable Friday: Easy & Chic Plaid

Happy 'Fashionable' Friday, ladies! Amanda from Fashionista On A Dime here, bringing a FUN Do-It-Yourself kind of trend.  Plaid, button-up tops are hot and trendy right now. The good news for women everywhere? It's an affordable and comfortable day time and weekend look! We love that, right? RIGHT! :) Let's take a look....

Target White Plaid Shirt $17.99

Color: White plaid is very flattering to all skin tones thanks to the brilliant 'pop' of color. The jewel tones offset any type of skin tone beautifully. However, if you're not loving the color, rest assured there are MANY more color options available.

(I'm soo loving the authentic looking pearl-snap buttons too! Makes me think of the movie: Coyote Ugly. ;)

Fit: This plaid top is my favorite because it contours a woman's body proportionately.  If your midsection is a problem area for you, this top acts as a concealer.

Add: To change up this look or layer it, add a lace insert cami to pump up the feminine factor.  For warmth: add a hooded zip-up sweater or a nice jacket.

Accessories: Keep it simple at top, ladies! Pendant necklaces are perfect. If you're dying to add a chunky piece, let it be a bracelet.

Old Navy The Diva Demi Boot-Cut Jeans $24.99

Versatility: Denim jeans are great for this plaid trend. Keep in mind, you don't have to stop there. You can change it up and add a jean skirt, jean shorts, or denim capri's. That's what so fabulous about this trend, it goes with your favorite pair of denim! :)

It's All in the Details Handbag $24.50

Handbags are just like icing on the cake! Add this delicious accessory to your look and increase the storage of your purse and add more style and character with an offset color.  Voila! You're in fashion, Fashionista! I hope you enjoyed another Fashionable Friday with Fashionista On A Dime! Enjoy your weekend! <3 Amanda

Play Ball QP Freebie

Happy Thursday! Remember that adorable kit Play Ball from Digi Scrapz by Christi?!

Well I have a QP freebie for you! Make sure you check Christi's blog daily for mini freebies and for the rest of the QP freebie links! Enjoy!

                                                    Download Here

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Rates are very reasonable, only $5 a month! For each sponser, you will get premium ad space, in a 125 x 125 size, as well as a post introducing you.

I post almost everyday with ideas from my home as well as others. I also participate in as many link parties as possible which creates more traffic on One Crafty Mommy.

I currently run three parties on my site each week: Super Crafty Sundays, Trading Tuesdays, & Fashionable Fridays.

Not only can you sponser my site, but if you are interested in having your product reviewed or given away I will be able to do that for you as well, generating even more traffic for your site.

If you are insterested please feel free to e-mail me at onecraftymommy@yahoo.com with the subject advertise and I will get back to you soon!

Thank you so much again for your interest in One Crafty Mommy!

April Desktop Freebie

Happy Monday! I just started going through all your amazing links and you are all so talented! Sorry this is so late but I have made an April Desktop freebie for you using "April Showers" from Just So Scrappy. Make sure you go check it out!

Here is how your desktop can look customized:

And here it is for you to download and create! Enjoy!

Download Here

New Kit "Play Ball!"

Hello my fantabulous followers! There is a new kit called Play Ball from Digi-Scrap by Christi.

It is so cute and is 40 percent off this week at Divine Digital. And make sure you check out Christi's blog daily for freebies! Now I only have a princess so I decided to use pictures of my younger 13 year old twin brothers since next year they are going to be Freshmen! Yikes! So here are my layouts. Enjoy!

Super Crafty Saturday 6!

If you’re a new fantabulous follower, every Saturday we get together to share our newest creations. It could be just about anything crafty- a project, artwork, scrapping...anything you are proud of! At the beginning of each week I will choose some of my favorties to feature and it might be you!

Last weeks links were so amazing that I can't wait to see what you all came up with this week! And after you inout your link make sure you scroll down and see the amazing guest post we have from Aly&Ash!

On a side note...If anyone would like to do a blog swap with me, please e-mail me at onecraftymommy@yahoo.com. Now on to the party!

Some Simple Rules:

1. Link to your specific post, not the main page of your blog.
2. Include a short description of your creation and the name of your blog.
3. Grab our party button so everyone can get in on the fun.
4. This link party will start at 6pm Friday and end at 6am Monday PST.
5. Have fun!!!

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Fashionable Friday: Rainy Weekend

Happy 'Fashionable' Friday, ladies! Rain is headed towards Southern California this weekend and you need a fabulous, functional outfit for your busy weekend with the kids! Here's what we've got for you...

mark. Very Violet Top $26

Polka Dot Umbrella $22

Forever 21 Swing Coat Jacket $22.80

 

Target Puple Plaid Boots $24.99

Some sigh at the sight of rain. But as a Fashionista, it's another chance to have fun with your outfit! Fashionable Friday: Rainy Weekend was designed to keep you stylish in the midst of the dark clouds and cold rainy weather. Fashion isn't only meant for the warm weather, it can be fun during the most dreary seasons as well. I hope you have fun with this look and wear your favorite pair of jeans! Thanks for tuning in, Fashionista*s! See you next Friday! <3 Amanda