I can’t wait to try these 14 ways to refashion a winter coat (@ tatertots & jello)

I love this round-up of 25 flirty & fun nail trends to try (@ babble)

I am going to have to bookmark these seven tips for making better soup in the slow cooker (@ the kitchn)

I love this cardigan vest made from a t-shirt for a fun layering piece (@ Somewhat Simple)

This spiced pumpkin seed brittle looks divine (@ The Etsy Blog)

These simple roasted apples would make a great dessert finish to an autumn dinner (@ joy the baker)

I want to try these chewy chocolate chip pumpkin cookies (@ Handle the Heat)

I am so inspired by this t-shirt filing system (@ a little bite of everything)

I am in total awe of this girl’s bedroom makeover (@ life in grace)

This scrappy lampshade would be a cute addition to a girl’s room or craft space (@ Our Home’s Cool)

I love this beautiful burlap wreath for the front door (@ Polka Dot Bungalow)

I am going to make these knock-off Anthropologie letters made from paper mache (@ 346 Living)

I am dying to make one of these ruffled slips (@ A Lemon Squeezy Home)

My son would LOVE filling out this adorable lunch survey for back-to-school (@ June Plaff Dailey)

I am in love with this handmade lunch bag (@ Etsy)

These cupcake flower pins would be a fun addition to a a wrapped gift (@ Under the Sycamore)

These double chocolate banana muffins look like a fun back-to-school treat (@ skinny taste)

This paint chip board game is a great way to use those paint chips from the hardware store (@ alphamom)

Blueberry cupcakes with blueberry frosting? Be still my beating heart! (@ week of menus)

I want to make one of these recycled t-shirt scarves (@ Schwin & Schwin)

We are going to be using this homework fairy printable in our house (@ Loralee Lewis)

I think this watermark t-shirt looks like such a fun craft project to do (@ ucreate)

This mason jar light would be a fun patio addition (@ Maryjanes & Galoshes)

This double ruffle headband would be a cute accessory while my hair is growing out (@ Six Sister’s Stuff)

These gift tags would be a fun way to dress up a cute jar of jam (@ funkytime)

I can’t wait to try this hummus recipe (@ Cheeky Kitchen)

Spray painting a bike is such a smart way to freshen up an old bike or pass it on to a sibling (@ infarrantly creative)

This creamsicle trifle is on my summer to-do list (@ sweet designs)

These lilac cupcakes would be beautiful for my daughter’s birthday (@ i am baker)

I am going to use these tips for brewing a great batch of sun tea (@ Serious Eats)

This shirt repurposed into a child’s dress is too cute (@ Everyday Art)

I want to make this beautiful rope bowl (@ Centsational Girl)

These cold sesame noodles look like a delicious summer lunch (@ The Perfect Pantry)

This pancake recipe looks like a winner (@ Under the Sycamore)

I want to try these no bake chocolate peanut butter chews (@ daydreams from a handmade prairie life)

I am in love with these tiny polaroid magnets (@ Ambrosia Creative)

This chevron pattern on a ceiling fan takes the pattern to new heights (@ design sponge)

The notebook is arriving a little early today! Our town was hit with a storm that has knocked down our phone/internet lines so I am publishing early this evening since I will be without internet tomorrow! I hope you enjoy the notebook this week and I am so thankful for your comments and support on the site. Email response time has slowed and I promise to get back to everyone as soon as I can!  Thanks for your patience!

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I am so inspired by this outdoor move theater set up (@ the giver’s log)

This silken straw summer sweater is beautiful (@ the purl bee)

This homemade sugar cubes would be cute for a tea party (@ nifty thrifty things)

This cherry sorbet looks like a delicious summer treat (@ Gina’s Skinny Recipes)

My kids would flip for this pizza monkey bread (@ Confections of a Foodie Bride)

This birthday postcard is adorable (@ Oh Happy Day)

This knitted bike basket is adorable for a fun retro addition to your bicycle (@ craftster)

I want to make these turkey, bacon, & bleu cheese sliders (@ Cheeky Kitchen)

I want to try this tortellini pasta salad (@ Serious Eats)

My kids would love these homemade ice cream drumsticks (@ Pleasant Home)

These marinated tomatoes look like a perfect way to use those tomatoes from the garden (@ The Pioneer Woman)

These baked apple donuts look like a fun recipe to add to our donut arsenal (@ Cooking With My Kid)

These double-sided fabric headbands would be a cute hair addition for the summer (@ happy together)

This handmade ring toss is adorable for an outdoor game with the kids (@ two shades of pink)

I am making these five strand braided headbands out of the old t-shirts I have saved (@ Make It & Love It)

I want to make this adorable lemonade stand with my kids (@ Three Pixie Lane)

This orange sorbet looks like a fun summer treat (@ The Idea Room)

My kids would flip for these homemade cherry limeades (@ goodLife{eats})

This lemonade stand printable would be a fun addition to a lemonade stand (@ One Charming Party)

I love these tips for making your own yogurt (@ Childerhouse)

I will have to try this recipe for making the perfect potato salad (@ How Does She?)

This chalk spray looks like a fun activity to try with my kids (@ Infarrantly Creative)

I am going to have to remember these pop rock sugar cookies for the 4th next year (@ cakespy)

This cherry tomato orzo salad looks like a great summer dish (@ Simply Recipes)

This summer book club idea is a smart & savvy way to get your kids reading (@ dinner: a love story)

These homemade strawberry julius drinks would be a fun way to cool off this summer (@ Baking Bites)

I want to make these red, white, & blue pancakes (@ i am mommy)

These patriotic parade streamers would be a cute addition to any bike (@ alphamom)

This Mexican sangria looks like the perfect addition to summer entertaining (@ design sponge)

I want to make this roasted tomato bruschetta (@ Table Talk)

Making car s’mores would solidify my cool mom status (@ Family Chic)

These confetti firecrackers would be cute to make with the kids (@ How Does She?)

These toasted s’mores are an adorable little snack (@ best friends for frosting)

These fuzzy slipper cookies would be adorable for a sleepover party (@ Hungry Happenings)

I would love doing this paint by number art (@ under the sycamore)

These tips for photographing kids sporting events is great (@ i heart faces)

These gluten-free monster cookies look like a fun treat (@ Cooking With My Kid)

These s’mores bars look sinfully delicious (@ the party blueprints blog)

This blueberry pie ice cream looks delicious (@ she wears many hats)

My kids would flip for these yogurt covered pretzels (@ babble)

I am so inspired by this amazing reading tent (@ tatertots & jello)

These paper towel butterflies would be a fun rainy day activity (@ Skip to My Lou)

I am saving my to-go Starbuck’s cups to make no spill paint cups for the kids (@ Muffin Tin Mom)

I can’t wait to implement some of these tips for a perfect home manicure (@ Petite Elefant)

My kids would love these grilled pizza pockets (@ $5 Dinners)

I can’t wait to try this key lime ice cream this summer (@ goodLife{eats})

I am going to have to make a thrifty chalkboard for our kitchen (@ Lark & Lola)

These chicken gyros look like another fun spin on a delicious gyro recipe (@ The Way the Cookie Crumbles)

We will have to try this recipe for homemade ginger ale this summer (@ Food for My Family)

This sunburst mirror is a beautiful addition to the wall (@ Twenty-Six to Life)

This lavender lemonade looks like a refreshing summer drink (@ Centsational Girl)

This strawberry brushetta looks like a fun summer dish to bring to a potluck (@ Annie’s Eats)

These custom cabinet knobs would be a great way to personalize your furniture or a door (@ infarrantly creative)

This grilled pizza recipe looks like a fun summer dinner (@ The Farm Chicks)

I love these five ideas for organizing your kid’s toys (@ infarrantly creative)

These mason jar picnic meals are adorable (@ the decorated cookie)

My kids would adore these personalized place mats (@ Clover Lane)

I want to make a few pairs of these knot so hard flip flops (@ The Mother Huddle)

These embellished swim caps are absolutely adorable (@ fanciful no. 2)

Making cookie pizzas using spring form pans is a great idea! (@ Sugar Bee)

I need to hunt on Craigslist for a wine rack to hold my yarn (@ Prudent Baby)

This bow belt would be a fun addition to my summer dresses (@ Elegant Musings)

These mini cherry almond pies look so good (@ Centsational Girl)

I am so inspired by this porch redo (@ The Lettered Cottage)

Meg’s summer list of activities is always a form of inspiration for our family (@ whatever)

I can’t wait to make bubble wands out of pipe cleaners this summer (@ Ewehooo!)

I love this idea for turning a mantle into a bookcase (@ design sponge)

Making homemade lemonade would be a fun summer activity to do together (@ Random Thoughts of a Supermom)

This balloon banner would be a fun addition to any party (@ Design Mom)

I want to make a hot air balloon as a fun summer project (@ bloesem kids)

This summertime bucket list is a great idea for tackling your summer to-do list (@ tatertots & jello)

I like these two easy ways to tie a summer turban (@ say YES! to Hoboken)

This windproof picnic blanket hack is genius (@ infarrantly creative)

These grilled steak tacos would be a great weeknight supper (@ Confections of a Foodie Bride)

This tennis shoe makeover is adorable for the summer (@ sweet verbena)

This is a fun idea for repurposing an old umbrella (@ How Does She?)

I love this hair accessory made from a dollar store doily (@ Lil Blue Boo)

These rope bracelets would be a fun way to use up scrap fabric (@ Sew.Craft.Create)

I bet my kids would love this pita bread with peanut butter hummus (@ The Ungourmet)

These whole wheat garlic knots look like a fun bread accompaniment to our meals (@ Joy the Baker)

This coca cola citrus chicken looks like a fun new recipe to try on the grill (@ Coconut & Lime)

This grilled bruschetta would be a fun appetizer for an outdoor party (@ The Partyblueprints Blog)

I love this produce bag made from an old t-shirt (@ delia creates)

This graduation subway art would be a fun gift to give to a new graduate (@ eighteen25)

I love this beautiful printable for a little girl’s room (@ Making It Lovely)

I can’t wait to try some of these fun ideas for keeping the kids entertained this summer (@ tatertots & jello)

I want to try this recipe for bread machine bagels for a fun breakfast treat (@ Clover Lane)

My kids would adore these watermelon waffles for a fun way to kick off summer (@ Random Thoughts of a Supermom)

I have to make some of these sea salt caramel for fruit dipping this summer (@ Ruffled Sunshine)

This tartine country bread looks so hearty and delicious (@ The Way the Cookie Crumbles)

I am going to make a bowl of this tortellini salad for our next cookout (@ Two Peas and Their Pod)

I need an ice cream maker so I can make Coke Icees at home (@ Bake at 350)

Have you tried anything from our featured notebook entries? We would love to hear what projects you tried and how they worked out for your family!