Halloween on Pinterest

I've been looking for some Halloween decorating inspiration on Pinterest and I came across a few fabulous things. 

via betzwhite

• Beautiful spider web art.
• Love these pillows and fabrics in her pennant banner.
• Acorn Jack-o-lanterns.  My kids would be all over this!
• Pumpkin carving idea flip book.  Too cute!
• Eek!  Black and white decoupaged pumpkin.

I could get lost on Pinterest for hours.  Oh wait....I think that I already have.  So much great inspiration!  Any favorite Halloween projects of yours?

My Review :: Portuguese Fry Bread

A few weeks back, we needed a quick and easy meal for dinner.  Fortunately, my neighbor was making Navajo Tacos with Portuguese fry bread for the base.  Of course, we copied and made a dinner that was a hit with the kids.  This bread is quick and easy!

Kem's Portuguese Fry Bread
2 cups flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 T. sugar
3/4 milk
vegetable oil

Heat oil in skillet.  Mix together all ingredients well.   Divide dough into balls.  Pat out on a flat, floured surface to 1/2 inch thick.  Fry in 1/2 inch hot oil, browning on each side.  Drain on paper towels.  Serve immediately.

We top it with vegetarian chili, greek yogurt, cheese, lettuce and tomatoes.  My tiny daugther who eats like a bird inhaled four of them.  My picky son preferred them with honey and butter.  All in all, it was a win-win.

Sweet Giveaway

I just came across this giveaway and I thought that I would share.  I'm loving these dresses and might be able to pull off this one.  Wouldn't this be so fun to win.  Head on over for your chance too!

Outerwear

I'm kind of diggin' this ladylike coat from Anthropologie.

My mother had a red coat in a shape similar to this.   She's had it for years and last year, she ruined it sitting too close the fire.  Sad, sad day since it still looked amazing.

Such a pretty color and shape!  Every lady should have a pretty coat in her wardrobe.

Mums the Word

Word Problem:  

What takes three small mums, 
an ice bucket, 
and a silver thrifted platter?

My Autumn chair decoration of course! 

This project was as simple as could be. Inexpensive too coming in a just under $6.  Not bad for something that makes me happy.  Proof that it's the little details that make me happy.

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**Come join me over at Ribbon Scissor's today!  I'm showing off my new Autumn decor including my Autumn letters that I like so much!  Witches Brew class is next week!  Space still available so come and join us!**

Have a lovely weekend! 

Fall Fabric Bunting

Remember said crafty friend that is more crazy then I am?  After seeing my 4th of July banner festivifying my humble abode, she promptly decided that she needed a new banner each month festivifying her abode.  Then I laughed and said "Each month?  Why so crazy?".  She swayed me over to the dark side and we've been making them every month, ever since.

Since I didn't really go traditional with my Fall wreath, I had some editing to do to my banner to make it work.  Fortunately, I found the perfect fabric that tied everything together.  I love this orange floral!  Found at Hancock by M'Liss I believe.

I had my banner up for about 3.2 seconds before I remembered that I had some vintage chenille pom-poms in my stash.  70's perfect orange!

September 29th and my September decor for the front porch is finally done!  I'm already excited to put it out next year.

Now onto Halloween  projects! I am very excited about them!

Linked to: Shabby Creek Cottage Transformation Thursday

Autumn Wreath

Thankfully, I've found a friend that is as crazy as I am and loves to craft.   The two of us feed off of each others ideas and voila!  Craftin' together 'til 2am.  Yes, the husbands find us insane.  Actually, she's probably crazier then me since she's the best at taking it up a notch or two!  For example; I like to decorate for the seasons. Crafty friend likes to decorate for each month. She's rubbing off on me.

Septembers' makings have taken most of September to make, but, they've been worth it.  We got together and made ourselves some insanely cheap wreaths to adorn our front doors.   Cheap as in hers was less the $5 and mine was FREE since I had all the supplies on hand.  We were both surprised at how relaxing the flower making was and how much we enjoyed it.  Completely satisfying project.

We got a kick out of how different they ended up even though we used the same felt.  Each was so different, but I love both of them! 

 Her wreath is warm and autumnal with pretty rich colors and faux acorns.  

I really love the clusters of flowers.  She was a master of that type of flower.

Mine, of course, didn't have a plan.  I just picked a color I liked,  made it a flower, then placed it on the wreath filling in as a went.  I'd say that mine is more Indian Summer rich colored inspired.

I loved the big loopy teal and rolled mustard flower.  I was master of making them big.  Fun fact; the orange felt was the back of a 70's calendar.

Best part was the beautiful lace scraps from the making of her wedding gown.  (We aren't crazy enough to cut that up!)  Totally made it.

These wreaths have been up for a week or more and was exactly the happy project that I was searching for.   Thank you crazy girl for a (very late) night of fun!

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Linked to Rhoda's Fall decor party - go there to check out lots of door decor ideas!
Just a Girl

Spelling

This is my crazy daughter.  She was feeling rather proud of how easy her spelling words were at the beginning of the year.  It cracks me up that she can't say "apostrophe".  We tried to teach her, but she just can't get it. 

After this, she was getting increasingly hyper.  When I got to the word "won" she jumped from her seat, spreading her arms out wide and yelled "One-n-e!".   I don't know what was better, the way she spelled it or the fact that it took her  a minute to catch on why we were rolling on the floor laughing.

i hope i grow up just like you

Whilst searching Etsy for some cute Halloween art, I found this print that pulls my heartstrings.  I love it and it makes me sad at the same time.

via dudadaze

You see, my daughter is eight years old and right now, she thinks that I am the bees knees.  I'm top notch!  I'm numeral uno on the totem poll of awesomeness!  I love that she thinks that about me.  Who wouldn't?  But in my heart, I know that I'm not going to be number one forever.  And, I'm afraid it's coming soon.  So for the time being, I'm going to relish in her affection.  And it is wonderful.

My Review :: The Every Girl's Guide to Life

I recently checked out this book from the library.  It was such a fun and easy read.  It reminded me of those teenage girl guide books that I always wanted to read.  But let me say, the main reason why I read it was for the organization ideas.  This girl is organized.  Really, really organized!  I was also impressed with her "work hard and make it do" attitude. 

Check it out or buy it, I think that you would enjoy it too!