Amy’s Notebook 02.27.13

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Amy

vintage-style-pillow

Source: At Home on the Bay

These adorable vintage-style pillowcases would be easy to make with this great tutorial. (@ At Home on the Bay)

It would be fun to give (or receive!) one of these stress relief kits. (@ U Create)

Spring may be around the corner, but it’s not here yet, which makes these diy treasure chests perfect for indoor scavenger hunts. (@ A Cowboy’s Wife)

This amazing girls bedroom uses pops of color against a neutral background and really fun, huge pom poms overhead. (@ Daffodil Design)

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Source: I Heart Organizing

Here’s a great way to easily access and hide papers and office supplies using this office in a box. (@I Heart Organizing)

Creative ways to maximize storage using hooks. (@ a thousand ways)

Are you thinking about getting a family dog? Here are 12 reasons your family should get a dog. (@ alphamom)

Terrariums are a great way to bring a little green inside while we wait for spring. (@Centsational Girl)

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Source: Two Peas and their Pod

Does the coconut and semi-sweet chocolate make this yummy-looking Chex mix good for you? (@ Two Peas and their Pod)

Is it okay to eat pumpkin in the spring if it’s in an ooey-gooey French toast bake? (@ whatever)

Aren’t recipes for fridge-clearing pasta bakes a perfect idea for using up odds and ends? (@ Apartment Therapy)

Tilapia with roasted tomatoes and pesto would make a quick and flavorful dinner. (@ $5 Dinners)

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Amy’s Notebook 02.20.13

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Amy

5 Days Nursery

Source: five days…5 ways

I adore this turquoise, blue and yellow nursery with Amy Butler wallpaper and fun butterfly wall art. (@ Five Days…5 Ways)

These sweet little garlands made with paper and a simple straight stitch look like a fun & easy craft to tackle. (@ Design Mom)

Friendship Necklace Kits would be a fun diy gift for children to make and give to their friends. (@ Inner Child Fun)

Awesome, easy to see and complete kids chore chart tutorial (@ My Name is Snickerdoodle)

lemon-chia-seed-cake

Source: baking bites

Chia Seeds are so good for you, wouldn’t it be great to get some into your diet in a Lemon-Chia Seed Cake? (@ Baking Bites)

Banana Bars with Browned Butter Icing instead of normal banana bread look like a fun twist on this banana bread classic. (@ Bake or Break)

I love this different take on Taco Soup with orzo instead of tortillas (@ Dine & Dish)

This 30 Minute Skillet Kale, White Bean & Sausage Soup looks like a winner for an easy and comforting dinner (@ serious eats)

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Source: apartment therapy

These five different ideas for diy bird-seed feeders to make would be a great winter boredom buster (@ apartment therapy)

Make a retro potluck dish cozy from an old sweater (@ makezine.com)

I love this idea for upcycling a maxi dress into an Easy Peasy Tot Teepee (@ awesome sauce & asshattery )

This little Indoor Fairy Garden would be a fun craft to do with the kids (@ Craft Jr.)

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Amy’s Notebook 02.06.13

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Amy

Source: the zen of making

I am over the moon for this Downton Abbey embroidery project. A perfect one to tackle while watching the show this season (the zen of making )

I love this twine wrapped lampshade for an inexpensive way to dress up an old shade (@ A Night Owl)

Making these DIY window clings would be a fun winter project to tackle with the kids (@ Merry With Children)

This outdoor Instagram wreath would be a cute way to display your photos (@ tatertots & jello)

Source: Love vs. Design

I love these free printables for Valentine’s to share with your sweetie for the holiday (@ Love vs. Design)

These knitted bracelets would be a great project for a beginning knitter (@ design sponge)

I adore this idea of transforming a shed into a playhouse (@ ohdeedoh)

These DIY Instagram magnets are another cute way to display your photos (@ design sponge)

Taco salad tacos? Best idea ever. (@ The Pioneer Woman)

Source: inspired by charm

This “everything” flatbread looks delicious (@ inspired by charm)

This double fingerprint heart necklace is such a cute idea (@ Rae Gun Ramblings)

This brown butter orange rosemary cornbread looks sinfully delicious (@ Joy the Baker)

I love this list of 17 plants you can grow from kitchen scraps (@ Black Thumb Gardner)

I will have to add these ten Oscar winning films to our Netflix agenda (@ Apartment Therapy)

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Amy’s Notebook 11.07.12

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Amy

Source: the idea room

This pumpkin spice sugar scrub looks like a wonderful gift to share (@ the idea room)

I am in love with this ribbed cowl pattern (@ The Purl Bee)

I am dying to try this chili recipe for an easy weeknight dinner on a chilly night (@ Design Mom)

I love this reminder to rethink the “stuff” in our lives (@ (in)courage)

This loaded baked potato soup looks heavenly! (@ A Southern Fairytale)

Source: Inside BruCrew Life

I want to try these Cinnabun Sugar Cookies (@ Inside BruCrew Life)

I love this idea for dressing up a pendant light fixture with polka dots (@ you are my fave)

I love this shadow box Thanksgiving printable that you can fill with a few of your favorite Fall nature items (@ no biggie)

This cinnamon sugar apple skillet looks like a delicious and rustic dessert (@ Joy the Baker)

Source: Lines Across

What kid wouldn’t love these adorable LEGO gift boxes (@ Lines Across)

This hearty chicken pumpkin soup looks divine! (@ Picky Palate)

This maple cinnamon cranberry sauce looks like a delicious Thanksgiving side (@ Family Fresh Cooking)

This spiced applesauce in the slow cooker looks yummy & easy (@ Can You Stay for Dinner?)

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Amy’s Notebook 10.31.12

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Amy

Source: Love Stitched

These s’more brownies look sinfully delicious (@ Love Stitched)

I love these adorable pumpkins made from book pages and twine for Fall decorations (@ Holy Craft)

I can’t wait to try a few of these dishes from this list of fifteen pumpkin recipe ideas (@ the kitchn)

These barbecue meatball sliders look like an easy & kid-friendly weeknight meal (@ $5 Dinners)

I love these tips for capturing spooky Halloween photos (@ Simple As That)

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I am going to have to download & print this beautiful Christmas gift giving planner (@ ellinee)

This kale and feta quiche looks like a fun dish to try for an easy brunch (@ The Perfect Pantry)

These cheddar rosemary cornbread muffins look like the perfect accompaniment to our soup or chili suppers (@ Two Peas & Their Pod)

I am going to have to try a few of these pumpkin beer recommendations (@ Serious Eats)

I am bookmarking this Disney World Binder Builder idea for our next Disney vacation (@ WDW Prep School)

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Amy’s Notebook 10.17.12

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Amy

Source: Half Baked

My kids would flip for this chocolate chip cookie cake (@ Half Baked)

I love this idea for creating a ghostly potato soup bar for a pre-Halloween meal (@ One Charming Party)

These are great vacation tips for traveling to Disney World (@ Home Stores A to Z)

I want to try this recipe for foolproof slow cooker Greek yogurt (@ One Good Thing by Jillee)

Source: the decorated cookie

I adore these monster cookie sticks (@ the decorated cookie)

I am in love with this homework tri-fold station for keeping schoolwork organized (@ Ucreate)

I am bookmarking these tips for how to soothe a canker sore (@ How Does She?)

Source: infarrantly creative

I am so inspired to make this chalkboard door in our garage entry (@ infarrantly creative)

I can’t wait to try a few of these twenty soup recipes for these chilly nights (@ the kitchn)

Source: Skinny Taste

I can’t wait to try this pumpkin spiced oatmeal for a warm breakfast (@ skinny taste)

This skillet eggplant lasagna looks so yummy (@ smells like home)

I love this tip for a DIY programmable slow cooker (@ Eat at Home)

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Amy’s Notebook 10.10.12

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Amy

Source: Clover Lane

I love this idea for creating a Halloween photo garland to display your kids in their past costumes (@ Clover Lane)

This is a great list of 31 things to freeze to save time & money in the kitchen (@ One Good Thing by Jillee)

I love these ideas for decorating with vintage book pages (@ Inspired by Charm)

I want to make one of these picture frame memory wreaths (@ Infarrantly Creative)

Source: Wild Ink

I am in awe of this super awesome toy soldier costume (@ Wild Ink)

I want to print out some of these free vintage-style bookplates (@ How About Orange)

I love this upcycle from sweater into leggings (@ Make It & Love It)

I need to make a, “meh,” banner for my husband’s office (@ Ecka & Pecka)

I can’t wait to make my iPhone festive with these free Halloween iPhone/iPad wallpapers (@ The Crafting Chicks)

Source: Poppytalk Handmade

I am madly in love with these adorable copper planters (@ Poppytalk Handmade)

I adore this artwork display frame and want to make this for my kid’s rooms (@ make it and love it)

I want to try this recipe for pumpkin doughnut muffins (@ Brown Eyed Baker)

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Amy’s Notebook 09.26.12

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Amy

Welcome to my little notebook of ideas to help improve your life. This is a collection of gathered links to DIY crafts, food projects, and thrifty ways to spruce up your home. Nothing brings me more joy then to highlight other fabulous bloggers. I hope you will enjoy this weekly does of loveliness with beautiful links that are individually handpicked just for you!

This idea for paint organization in your craft supplies is simply genius! (@ Mad in Crafts)

This cloth napkin storage container is absolutely adorable! (I Am Momma Hear Me Roar)

These jack o’ lantern shade covers are such a cute way to decorate for Halloween (@ Easier Than I Thought)

I love this idea for creating a paint references chart (@ i heart organizing)

I absolutely love these ideas for fall decorating (@ eighteen25)

I love these tips for creating a vignette in your home (@ Home Stores A2Z)

These healthy whole grain freezer waffles look so good (@ Mary Jolley)

I am madly in love with this house and ideas for decorating with kids (@ Design Mom)

I adore this beautifully decorated fall mantle (@ The Lettered Cottage)

I love these monster cookies with a real monster spin (@ The Idea Room)

This Dollar Store Halloween village is such a cute way to decorate for the holiday (@ The 36th Avenue)

My kids would flip for these JELL-O jack o’lanterns (@ zakka life)

This pumpkin garland is too cute for words (@ tatertots & jello)

I am madly in love with these vintage camera bookends (@ Smile and Wave)

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Amy’s Notebook 09.19.12

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Amy

I adore this creative display for a doughnut party (@ How Does She?)

I want to try making one of these DIY Anthro inspired mugs (@ Morena’s Corner)

I love these washi tape file labels (@ i heart organizing)

I love these simple triangle print napkins (@ Terra Savvy)

This ruffled belly band would have been so handy when I was expecting (@ see kate sew)

I want to try these salted caramel apple bars (@ Two Peas & Their Pod)

These are great tips on how to oil and clean your sewing machine (@ make it & love it)

I adore this cute chore board to keep the family organized (@ The Daily Five)

These pumpkin blossom cookies look like a delicious fall treat (@ Inspired by Charm)

I am going to have to bookmark these tips for the perfect pie crust (@ Completely Delicious)

Amy’s Notebook 08.15.12

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Amy

These back-to-school apple waffles would be a great way to start the school year (Random Thoughts of a SuperMom)

I love these faux stainless steel letters for the fridge (@ The Crafted Sparrow)

I love this advice for making the perfect bow (@ The 36th Avenue)

This diamond wall made from Scotch tape looks like a fun & inexpensive way to create an accent wall (@ The Nesting Place)

I love this knitted lines & squares blanket pattern (@ The Purl Bee)

This tip for a baking powder substitute will really come in handy, I am sure! (@ Dine & Dish)

I love these tips for throwing a grilled pizza party (@ The Crafting Chicks)

These DIY paper parasols are a cute way to dress up a drink for a party (@ P.S. Blog)

This s’mores cake would be a cute addition to a camping party (@ One Charming Party)

This chalkboard globe would be a fun desk accessory (@ Ucreate)

I love these tips for hosting a kid’s book club (@ pars caeli)

I want to make some of these mason jar to-go cups (@ fine & feathered)

This diy easy fridge makeover is a cute way to organize those art projects on the fridge (@ How Does She?)

This chocolate chip cookie dough frozen yogurt looks divine (@ Two Peas & Their Pod)

I love this list of seven ways to organize a bookshelf (@ The Art of Doing Stuff)

These bacon tomato pesto sandwiches look like a perfect lunch (@ Smells Like Home)

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Source: the idea room

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Source: Love Stitched

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Source: Half Baked

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Source: Clover Lane

Source: Wild Ink

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