Less is Really More!

Next weekend is our town annual citywide rummage and this year I am determined

to reduce and elimate the need for a storage unit..

DH and I spent today going through our unit and started pulling out containers

and brought them home for the rummage sale..

Here's one side of the unit...I have so many tubs full of Christmas things...

I'm a sucker for Christmas things..but I am committed to reducing what I have...

and that means everything in the unit...seriously needs to be purged...

In the middle of the storage unit is where the snow blower is kept in the summer

and in the winter time, the lawn mower stays here...

And now after we went through all the containers,

this is what is considered...the good stuff...

My flower pots and outside things are still in the unit to be used after the sale is over...

If our weather ever warms up again..it's been in the 40's lately...

Here's what's left over of the Christmas things and
there are three tubs that hold a set of dishes/acessories that I can't part with....

Next step is to pull things out under the steps in the house

Purging is hard work...

but I'm going with the theory of

"Less is Really More"

For the next two weeks, I'll be busy getting ready for the rummage...

I did go to a city wide rummage this week in Sioux Falls and I'll show you my finds very soon
as well as what my daughter found for Macie......so many cute baby girl clothes..and of course...shoes!
Does your city/town have a city wide rummage?

I've got a new sponsor...Isaboo Designs and a giveaway later on this week!

Linking to these parties...

Thrifty Treasures





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Wishing you a wonderful week!

Sunday Blog Love - Linky Party

Happy Saturday everybody!

Thanks for stopping by today!

Nothing better than being the weekend, although maybe the weather could cooperste..

Windy and rainy here today but I've got plenty of inside projects to be working on...

Side note: I've got a new sponsor, Isaboo Designs,
and they'll be a giveaway next week!

Before I get started to show my top five picks from last week...

I must say thank you to all who linked up last week

and the comments are so sweet...

Okay - my top five picks from last week!

Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shared how she took some files boxes and added gorgeous fabric to update her Ikea bookcase...I love all the pops of color...fantastic project!

Terry from Forever Decorating has an amazing home and she shares her ourdoor space and brick border placed around their landscaping...just gorgeous!
Terry - I can't even imagine how much time it took to do this but it's beautiful!

Twigg Studios shares how to make these spectacular roses.You're going to want to get a brown paper bag and a doily and follow her directions....Amiee - these are gorgeous!

I thought this was such a great idea...Alese from 2 Crafty for My Skirt
(love the name of her blog too!) took engagement pictures of her sister and soon to be husband
and used this three pane window...great story and great pictures!
Congrats to the couple!

And no top five is complete without picking a food item and
Back for Seconds shares her recipe for fudgy peanut butter cut brownies...
doesn't that sound so yummy?

And now for the most viewed from last week...

Did you know I wait to find out right when I'm ready to add this to this post?

So let me tell you who it is....

Elaine from Sunny Simple Life shares her recipe - Mom's Best Potato Salad..

While I really love my potato salad, this does sound yummy...thanks Elaine for sharing your recipe!

And again I want to thank all of you that linked up last weekend

and comments are also loved!

Feel free to grab the featured button to add to your blog.

Now it's on to this weeks linky party....

I hope you'll join me this week and show what you've been busy with..

All kinds of posts are welcome--whether it's about your family, a craft project,

thrifty find, a favorite recipe or maybe it's decorating your home or a giveaway....

The only requirement is..you must link back to my party...

(besides it's blogger ettiquette to link back...)

Not required but if you become a follower - then you know if you've been featured....

and will also be added to my Sunday Blog Love on Pinterest.

My Latest Organizational Tool for $20!

Here's my latest organizational bin that I got for my scrapbook table...

I love this revolving tray bin that I picked up from Harbor Freight...
for $19.99, it's really affordable...

So after my DH put it together. I think it took him three hours and a thousand screws - I started adding some of my supplies for easy reach...

but I wasn't liking the black...nothing in this room is black...

so it was time to spray paint it white...

And I love it so much more now!

On the top shelf, I have my glimmer mists & glues..and I tucked in my hand lotion....

The second tray has my washi tape(love it!

The third tray holds my stapler and some distressing tools, I'm sure that I'll be rearranging this many times over as time goes on...

I love how much stuff it holds, and makes keeping things organized but also within reach...

I love when the table is cleared off and ready for the next project

or in my case...finishing one of my projects!

Do you see that aqua blue photo album? Getting ready to fill it with new
pictures of my grandbaby, Macie...

Five months old....I love her so!
Thanks for stopping by!
Have a great week!
Linking to these parties.

Tuesday Treasure - Cat Alarm Clock

As a pet lover, we know that each pet has their own personality and quirks....

I came across this funny video entitled "Cat Alarm Clock" and found it so amusing....

and so grateful that our cats don't do this!

And this is my Tuesday Treasure today!

My Social Story - Part One

This weekend I participated in True Scrap 3, which is a scrapbooking inspiration taught by 15 different well known paper crafters...and besr of all...I logged in right from home...

One of the classes was entitled, Glitter and Geeketry:My Social Story taught by Monica Bradford...

and I was inspired to put together an album showing how the social media is

a part of my life...When she said that someday...maybe even next year...our social

media will be a completely different place...and how perfect to document it!

I started listing all the social medias:
Blogs

Pinterest

Etsy

eBay

Google

Skype

ipad

Yahoo

text messaging...

And in no time I was able to put together two layouts...

and it was really fun!

My first layout was to showcase Pinterest...

truth be known,  I might love Pinterest more than blogs right now..

Won't this be so weird to read even in a few years?

For the other layout, I picked some items from my blog...

and it came together rather quickly...

And I added my blog buttons, I wonder how blogging will even be in a couple of years.....

Stay tuned for more layouts next week...
Wishing you all a wonderful week!
Linking to these parties...

Sunday Song - American Bandstand

This past week we learned that Dick Clark passed away from a heart attack...
I watched American Bandstand faithfully every Saturday for one hour...

what was not to love about the show...
the dancing, the clothes...and most of all the music...

This week I have three videos that best depict what made American Bandstand so special...
which maybe brings back memories or gives you a glimpse of why I loved American Bandstand...

This next two videos are a great representation of disco music but also what the show was about..

I might be one of the few that loved disco music...

 

Peter Brown - Dance With Me   Abba - Dancing Queen Sending my sympathy to Dick Clarks family..he will surely be missed!

Sunday Blog Love - Linky Party

Wow, did this week go fast or what?

Thanks for stopping by today for Sunday Blog Love...

Huge shout out to all that linked up....
let me show you my top five picks from last week...

Bringing Beauty shares spring cleaning tips and also some cute products!

I wished there would've been blogs and internet when my kids were younger...

Inspired by Family Magazine shares how to make this cute teacher gift...super easy!

How cute is this in the entryway?

Sarah shows how she updated her front entry...

How cute are these Easter Bunny Oreo Truffles!

I always love when people share a family favorite recipe,
spinach artichoke dip looks and sounds amazing...

And the most viewed from last week was....

Sweet Water Style shared her new spring clothes from Goodwill!

Thanks to all that linked up last weekend!

Feel free to grab the featured button to add to your blog.

Now it's on to this weeks linky party....

I hope you'll join me this week and show what you've been busy with..

All kinds of posts are welcome--whether it's about your family, a craft project,

thrifty find, a favorite recipe or maybe it's decorating your home or a giveaway....

The only requirement is..you must link back to my party...

(besides it's blogger ettiquette to link back...)

Not required but if you become a follower - then you know if you've been featured....

and will also be added to my Sunday Blog Love on Pinterest.

Winner Announced!

Yeah it's the weekend!

Thank you to those that left a comment for my giveaway...

The winner is..Cyndy from Arcy Scraps!

Cyndy - email me your address and I'll get the magazine out to you right away!

(thansen078@yahoo.com)

I hope you'll stop back tomorrow for Sunday Blog Love...

My Favorite Pins - Week One

Whenever I need inspiration..I go to Pinterest..

(or I don't want to clean the house, cook supper, do laundry, etc)

Let me show you a few of my most recent favorite pins and see if they inspire you!

While this organized closet has childrens clothes in it...

I dream of having a purged and colorful space for my clothes...

Click on over and pick up some tips and tricks to

reorganize your space...

Who doesn't love a dessert that's fast and easy?

Two ingredient lemon bars...

There's so many comments with

additonal ideas using 2 ingredients beside lemon pie filling..

One of my boards is titled, Cottage Style and this home is beautiful...you'll want to check out  April Cottage of the Month for more inspiration...

Red is one of my favorite colors and this chair is so fun and retro...
not to mention that I love the cherry pillow and the 'MOM' pillow are great additions...
Wouldn't this be cute by your front door?

Would you believe that this craft room is actually in a cabin/playhouse?
After 6 months of planning and designing, this is a great space...
simply amazing!

I love Adele and this carton strikes me as so funny...I wonder if her ex-boyfriend is crying now?

I hope you enjoyed looking at some of my favorite pins...
If you're on Pinterest, leave me a comment...

Wishing you all a wonderful week...
Don't forget about my givewaway...winner to be announced on Friday!

Linking to theseparties...

Don't Forget About My Giveaway!

Well this past weekend, I had more projects than I had time...

and in the process of cleaning and organizing, I hurt my neck and then flu-like symptoms hit...

So I did a lot of laying in bed and didn't get much of anything done...

But I'm better now, although my neck is still stiff and sore...

I just wanted to remind you of my giveaway going on now...

I promise to announce the winner Friday morning...

Wishing you all a wonderful week!

Sunday Blog Love - Linky Party

Thanks for stopping by! I am glad you're here!

I appreciate your friendship and support that you show each and every week!

Let me show you my top 5 picks from last week...

I love how Jen put together this hospital bag for her sister-in-law and the upcoming birth of their little girl..I, too, love this bag!

My mouth started to drool when I saw this yummy recipe from Back for Seconds
for gooey chewy pretzel bars!

She's Crafty shared how she made this cute and colorful wreath...
perfect for spring and summer!

Sew Fantastic created this beautiful rag quilt. I don't know anyone who doesn't love rag quilts....
tutorial included so you can make one this weekend!

Amy from Home Happy Home takes us on a tour of her kitchen and dining room.
(Love the 1,2,3 plates and the OPEN DAILY sign!)

And the most viewed from last week,
and let me say that the number of views was at a record number!


Amanda  shares Finding Good in the Bad Stuff and her families journey
with her twin son and his birthmark.
Thank you Amanda for sharing what had to be a scary journey.
You want to stop over and leave a comment...

Feel free to grab the featured button to add to your blog.

Now it's on to this weeks linky party....

I hope you'll join me this week and show what you've been busy with..

All kinds of posts are welcome--whether it's about your family, a craft project,

thrifty find, a favorite recipe or maybe it's decorating your home or a giveaway....

The only requirement is..you must link back to my party...

(besides it's blogger ettiquette to link back...)

Not required but if you become a follower - then you know if you've been featured....

and will also be added to my Sunday Blog Love on Pinterest.