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Hi all! Wow I can't believe how long it has been since I've been on here! My friend encouraged me to start blogging again with all my crafting ideas so here I am! Can I just say I have missed having a place to show off all my projects and goodies! And you guys are in for a treat because it only will I start to post again about different craft ideas but I will also start uploading free digital files of crafts, home decor, silhouette cut files, etc. I look forward to sharing these all with you!

For today I wanted to share a little bit about my latest project...Little League Baseball Banner. So kiddo #2 (we have 3 kids now!!!) is in his 3rd year of baseball and is loving it! My hubs stepped up to be the manager, his dad stepped up as assistant and I stepped up as team mom...were taking over!!! Bahahaha!!! 

Anyway so I'm sure you've all seen the new fangled fancy vinyl banners many sports teams have. While those are great I love me some good old fashioned hand made felt. Not only do I love the look of it but they are so much more cost effective!

So I ran to Joanns and purchased a yard of black felt, a yard of yellow, a yard of white, and a quarter yard of brown. I made sure to buy them on sale so I got them for $11.67. Add the paint for $10 and the ribbon for $5 we now have a custom handmade banner for under $25!

The banner itself took a few hours a day for a few days to design and assemble but luckily I had my handy silhouette cameo to cut all the shapes for me. Then my husband and I hot glued them on and I hand painted the names, etc. I am so happy with how it turned out and it's going to look great all year on the field! 

Fantastic Diaper Savings!

Ok so the other day I needed to run to the store because we were on our last diaper. I am sure this has happened to most of you once or twice or in my case numerous times. You know the "Oh, my son won't go to the bathroom enough today to make us run out, I can go to the store tomorrow" idea. Well it was one of those days and I ended up having one diaper left before bedtime so I made a quick run. I had $6 in extrabucks in my wallet so I decided CVS was the store to go. I walked in and went straight to the extracard scanner in hopes I would get a little more savings. I was right! It printed out a $2 off Huggies Little Movers Coupon as well as $10 additional extrabucks! So I went and grabbed a 20 pack of Slip Ons for $12.49 and a 21 pack of Pull-Ups Nighttime for $13.39. The were each on sale which made their price go down to $9.49 each. Then I gave them my $6 extra buck, my $2 coupon, and my $10 extra buck making the final price for 41 diapers $1.99!! I saved in total $24.90 which is a final savings of 96%! This made the cost of each diaper only 4.8 cents! I was so excited about my savings and I even recieved an additional extrabuck at checkout to use towards my next purchase! I can't wait to share with all of you when I have my next big savings trip!

Star Wreath Christmas Card Hanger

Hello again! So I saw this adorable star wreath Christmas Card holder on Domestically Speaking and thought it would be a great addition to our new house! So I headed on over to Hobby Lobby, which by the way was just opened 20 minutes away! I was so excited to hear about it's opening since I would read about it all the time and was so frustrated that there were no stores in California, but not anymore! So I headed to Hobby Lobby where all their Christmas Decor was 50% off so I purchased flower wire, garland, and berries for $15! I love how it turned out! This is my version on the wreath and make sure you check out Maryann's version!

And also check out our 8 foot Christmas tree! I love how it looks in our how and how it smells! My tree skirt looks tiny now so I might have to make a new one!!!

Dollar Store Version of the WS Glass Hurricane

Hello my fabulous follwers! Well we are almost all unpacked and you know me, I couldn't wait to decorate for Christmas! So I only did half of my normal decorations until I finish un-packing and I started with the Dollar Store Version of the Williams Sonoma Glass Hurricane that Melissa from 320 Sycamore made. Make sure you head over there and check out the detailed directions! So look forward to this and more Christmas decor in the next few days. On a side note, my sister just got engaged! I am so happy for her and excited to see what things we can make for her wedding so stay tuned to that! And here is my version of the hurricane on my newly re-done mantle :)

Spring Banner

www.Hello my Fabulous Followers! It feels so good to be posting about a craft again! Here is a little background on what I have been up to!

As you all know when I was pregnant I became sick and tired and had no energy what-so-ever so I put the crafting in storage and went on a hiatus. My little man was born 11-18-10 and my hubby started a new job 11-29-10 an hour away. Obviously I was in no condition to move so he had to live with friends on ours during the week while I stayed back with our little girl and brand new baby boy. This was not a fun time and there were many tears shed on those long, lonely nights. So as soon as I was feeling up to it we went apartment hunting and signed the lease on 12-15-10! We slowly moved in and were officially all together on 1-8-11. It was so nice to be a family again and to have OUR OWN SPACE after living with my in-laws for 2 years! I have slowly unpacked while adjusting to life with 2 kids and no family wihhin an hour for physical support. So it has been a slow process but we are all moved in and settled.

My little man has been sleeping through the night 12 hours (have I mentioned that he is a chubster...4 1/2 months old and 19 lbs!) so we are transitioning him into the same room as my daughter which means the corner of my room where is crib is now will soon become my craft corner! I am so excited to begin crafting/scrapbooking again and to share my ideas as well as other crafters wonderful ideas with you!!! So this will be a slow coming back process but it feels so good! I will also be making a custom look for my blog again and if you would like to see it as well as other custom blogs, invitations, announcements, etc check out my design site SH Designs that I just launched!

So the first craft I decided to do was a Spring Banner since my little girl was adament on having flowers in the living room so this is the next bext thing! I bought wooden flowers from Michaels, modge-podged them, inked the edges, and glued them to twine!

I love how it turned out and my daughter even helped!

I will leave this up all Spring and then do a star banner for summer because as you can see we are a very patriotic family!

Thank you so much to all you fabulous followers for sticking with me and I hope to talk to you all soon!!!

Just to See You Smile

I can't believe we have been here for 2 1/2 months already! We are settling in quite nice and are enjoying every minute of our new home. Sometimes it gets a little crowded in our 2 bedroom apartment which is why it is nice to have our patio as well as a playground right outside our door. In the summer it will be nice to go out to the pool area as well. I will upload pictures in the next few days because I know all of you want to see it! But for now I will leave you with an adorable picture of the little man who is 4 months old on Friday!

IT'S A BOY!!!

Hello my fantabulous followers! Wow it has been awhile since I have been on here. I would like to start posting again soon now that my little man has arrived! Caleb Ryder was born on November 18, 2010 at 12:40a.m. He came 3 weeks early so it was a nice surprise for Thanksgiving! We are so excited he is here and now that he is I am hoping to start crafting his cute little milestones and such. So look forward to some cute ideas! I hope you all had a fantastic Thanksgiving! Talk to you soon!!!

We found out the Gender!!!

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Fashionable Friday: Red, White & Blue!

Good Morning Ladies!

TGIFF!

(Thank God It's Fashionable Friday!)

I am Amanda, your hostess from Fashionista On A Dime. I want to introduce an easy outfit that's playful and fun for your fun 4th of July weekend!

Old Navy Stretch Tank $8

Echo Stripped Scarf Ring $38 (Blue or Red)

Abercrombie & Fitch Pamela Shorts $24.89

Charlotte Russe White Hobo $20.50

Mark Lots of Lacquer (in Fever!) $6

The 4th of July is a fun time to break out of your fashion comfort zone. Don't be afraid to use prints and patterns! They're so easy to wear and great for fashion flair. But, make sure to use prints in your non-problem areas. For instance, if you have a pear shape, you'll want to wear a printed top and solid bottoms (think denim jeans).  That way you bring the attention up to your best features! I hope you enjoyed another Fashionable Friday: Red White & Blue!

Have a safe and Happy 4th of July!

♥ Amanda

  

Fashionable Friday: Trend, Utility & Turquoise

T.G.I.F.F!

Thank God It's Fashionable Friday! ♥

Good Morning Ladies! Amanda, here for another Fashionable Friday at One Crafty Mommy! I'd like to introduce another easy option to choose over your old sweats. Yep, you guessed it! Long dresses are back in! Old Navy is one of my favorite retailers for fashionable, affordable and comfortable clothes.

Old Navy Long Maxi Drawstring Dress $29.50

1. What's great about this particular style is the fabric. Soft jersey knits are always comfortable, especially on hot days. The fabric is airy enough to let your skin breathe. 

2. In addition to comfort, the top is constructed for added support for..let's say...bending down to pick up your little one, or picking up toys. You'll be able to relax knowing the 'girls' are secure and in place. =)

3. Last, but definitely, not least, choosing a fun print is essential to a stylish look.  This gives you the chance to pull out alternating colors in the print to use for accessories!

*Accessories*

 

Mark. Rio Bag $40

Plenty of storage and plenty of style! Not to mention the perfect POP of color to go with Old Navy's Long Maxi Dress.

Mark. Just Brilliant Ring $12

Turquoise rings are very stylish this season. There's something about turquoise that brings out the Summer goddess in me! Rest assured the design is flat and very safe around children. =)

I hope you enjoyed another Fashionable Friday @ One Crafty Mommy! See you next Friday! ♥ Amanda

Explanation...

Hello my fantabulous readers! I know it has been way too long since I have been on here and I apologize for that. As you all know I am pregnant due this coming December. I just finished my 1st trimester which felt like I hit a brick wall and still does. Each day I barely get out of bed to get my daughter up and have a hard time staying awake. I take a nap when she allows me (so when she takes a nap) and am in bed shortly after she goes down. Even with all this sleep I am getting I am still exhausted. So I have had no energy to do any crafts which is why I made the decision to temporarily pack up my crafts and put them in storage. This was a sad decision but with no energy and our moving date approaching I decided it was inevitable and needed to be done.

On a more exciting note, my husband graduated today from the Verdugo Power Academy and is now a certified lineman.

Next step, find a job! This will be our main focus in the next few months as we find him a job, find a place, move out, and start our lives together. During this time I will continue to be on a hiatus from crafting but wil try to get on here every now and then to give you updates as well as feature cute crafts I discover. Amanda will still graciously give us Fashionable Fridays each week so even during this time of exhaustion and excitement, we can all look our best.
I want to thank you all for being such fantabulous readers and understanding that I need some time off. I am hoping in the future I will be able to get more energy and start crafting again once we have our own place. Thank you again for all your understanding and I hope to talk to you soon!!!!

Fashionable Friday: Leggings!

Hello Ladies & Welcome Back!

T.G.I.F.F.

(Thank God It's Fashionable Friday!)

~That'll be our New Mantra!~

Okay, this week I want to recommend something you won't mind ditching your sweats for....I promise they are so comfortable, super affordable and will make you think this is just too EASY! What is this wonderful treasure I'm raving about? LEGGINGS!

The #1 place I recommend purchasing from is Victoria's Secret.

They have the best deals: Buy 2 for $20!

Plus...Vickie's always scored high on my quality check list.

But let me back track for a sec....what do you wear leggings with?

Just about everything. However, there are some rules.

#1 Make sure your top covers your hinney.

#2 Purchase neutral colors first: Black, Brown or Gray.

#3 Pair them with sandals for a casual, sassy look. Pair them with heels for an evening look. 

They are just so easy, simple, non-fussy and chic to wear during the day or at night!

So, what are you waiting for?

Go make your purchase! You'll love the way they go with everything!

Until next week, have a fabulous FASHIONABLE Friday!

♥

Amanda 

Fashionable Friday: Stay Cool!

Well what do you know? It's time for another Fashionable Friday! With just a couple of weeks until Summer, I know we're all feeling the temperatures rise. What a great time to figure out some 'cool' anti-sweat options! Let's design an ideal outfit that's easy, effortless and stylish! Check out my pick for this week's Fashionable Friday: Stay Cool!

Old Navy Gauze Tank $15

Breezy, lightweight gauze and a cute V-neckline with pintuck detailing make this top effortlessly easy. Featuring gentle elastic along back for a fitted look. - V-neckline with pintuck detailing and subtle shirring. Spaghetti string ties. Gentle elastic in back. Soft, lightweight gauze. Tiered hemline.

Old Navy The Weekend Jean $34.50

You never forget your first boyfriend! With Old Navy's new boyfriend-fit weekend jeans, every day feels like a saturday. Vintage washes and heavy abrasions put them on the cutting edge of shabby chic. Wear them cuffed 'n casual for a trendy look that never tries too hard or rolled down with your favorite tops and jackets. - classic 5-pocket styling abrasions vary by item.

Old Navy Mosiac Beaded Leather Sandal $19.50

Excellent and COMFORTABLE choice for your ideal day time look.  A rich mosaic of colorful seed beads graces the T-strap of these exotic leather sandals. Includes a buckled strap at the ankle, firm foot bed and textured rubber outsole. This piece acts as jewelry with beaded texture and fits in with the overall color palette of this ensemble.

Charlotte Russe Canvas Ruffle Wedge $18.99

This one is for you, Maryanne! ;) Use these wedges to add a fancier look for the evening.  Some of you may not know that matching your pant and shoe makes us shorter ladies appear taller.  :)

Mark. Lacey Leaf Earrings $12

It’s only natural that you’ll adore these leaves-they make a statement due to their size yet have an airy, delicate feel.

Thank you for tuning into another Fashionable Friday! I am your hostess Amanda @ Fashionista On A Dime! See you next Friday! ♥

Fashionable Friday: Open for Questions!

Hello Ladies!Amanda from Fashionista On A Dime here.

Today there won't be a Fashionable Friday due to my laundry list of things to complete.

=( Instead of leaving this space blank, I'd love to hear back from you!

Do you have a particular outfit dilemma? Maybe a special occasion is coming up like a wedding  or you'd love to spruce up your daily outfit routine and need ideas on how to look great!

Whatever it is, leave a comment below and I'll feature it next Friday.  Wishing you and your family a fabulous weekend! ♥

Fashionable Friday: Shorts!

It's about that time for another Fashionable Friday: Shorts! I am your guest hostess, Amanda from Fashionista On A Dime! The temperature is starting to rise and outdoor activities are multiplying.  Let's explore some comfortable and stylish options for you to enjoy. ♥

*Bottoms*

Old Navy Denim Shorts $19.50

Old Navy Denim Bermuda Shorts $24.50

*Tops*

Old Navy Pink Tank $12.50

Old Navy Short Sleeve Shirt $7.99

Old Navy Blue Bold Tank Sale $6

*Shoes*

mark. Golden Sandals $26

It's important to select shorts with durable fabric like, denim in order to keep up with your busy lifestyle with the kids.  Play up your tops with vibrant and colorful prints to welcome in Summer!  Old Navy has multiple choices to suit your taste and budget.  Last but not least, a neutral sandal (like the one above) perfectly blends print and denim together for a cohesive and fashionable look. I hope you enjoyed another Fashionable Friday: Shorts tutorial! See you next Friday! <3 Amanda @ Fashionista On A Dime