The Motherload Blog


Amy’s Notebook 05.18.11

I want to make one of these pie tin organizers from thrift shop finds (@ MaryJanes & Galoshes) This vintage trophy coat rack would be a cute way to decorate a little boy’s room (@ design sponge) This vintage book … Continue reading


Oh, Baby: Sweet Knitted Baby Hats

Photo Credit: Nancy Lary Studios Baby hats are my latest knitted obsession since they are so easy to create and to give. I admit, I used to lovingly knit baby blanket after baby blanket for my friends. Those, unfortunately, require … Continue reading


An Apron Full of Giveaways 05.17.11

ImaginAprons, $36 Welcome to our Apron Full of Giveaways! I hope everyone is having a great week this week! As we do each week,  here is our round-up of giveaways for our readers. We hope that this is beneficial to … Continue reading


Lighter Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Pancakes

When people ask me what I am most proud of that I have done for my family, I will answer you with two words… creating traditions.  I think what makes our family unique is not only our commitment to live … Continue reading


Freebie Friday: May 13, 2011

Happy Freebie Friday, everyone! We would like to thank Stephanie from Couponing 101 for assisting us with our freebies each week.  This week Stephanie is hosting a $100 Cash Giveaway! I don’t know anyone who couldn’t benefit from a little extra … Continue reading


Amy’s Notebook 05.11.11

I love this scarf made from vintage handkerchiefs (@ Skip to My Lou) I am so inspired by these gorgeous flowers made from napkins (@ Made) I want to try these lemon blueberry cupcakes because they are two of my favorite flavors … Continue reading


Sweet & Simple Mother’s Day Gift

I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother’s Day. We really celebrated simply this year and it was still just as perfect. This year I decided to drop the Mother’s Day gifts the day before Mother’s Day so I could really … Continue reading


An Apron Full of Giveaways 05.10.11

Sunday Afternoon, $18 Welcome to our Apron Full of Giveaways! I hope everyone is having a great week this week! As we do each week,  here is our round-up of giveaways for our readers. We hope that this is beneficial … Continue reading


Penne With Spicy Vodka Cream Sauce

Pasta is the ultimate indulgence food for me and I happened to be in charge of hosting my Bunco group this month. My theme was Guilty Pleasures and nothing says guilty pleasures to me like a big bowl of creamy … Continue reading


Freebie Friday: May 6, 2011

Happy Freebie Friday, everyone! We would like to thank Stephanie from Couponing 101 for assisting us with our freebies each week. I just signed up for the Kids Bowl Free program and I have already started getting coupons for free summer … Continue reading