tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331890966911354732024-03-05T13:13:03.613-05:00The Sweetest PetuniaThe Sweetest Petunia is all about inspiration and lovely finds, capturing sweetness in everyday life. Thank you for joining me!jaquelyn {mama thoughts}http://www.blogger.com/profile/07164255709085635654noreply@blogger.comBlogger575125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3733189096691135473.post-23323172972664894652013-08-12T11:40:00.000-04:002013-08-12T11:40:14.944-04:00{sparkle} Flawed Perfection Jewelry<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>this summer has practically been a blur! crazy!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>obviously blogging was not at the top of my list...</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>but I still have some fun things to share,</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>so hoping to settle back in to a schedule.</i></span></div>
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<a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.com/about/" target="_blank">Megan</a> & I have worked together before on some fun projects</div>
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{<i>I really loved the <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2012/07/color-love-dinner-at-downton.html" target="_blank">Dinner at Downton</a> post</i>}</div>
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and I'm excited to share some of the new things she's been up to!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"Megan Reynolds started <a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.com/" target="_blank">Flawed Perfection Jewelry</a> in 2009, right after she graduated from high school and right before she started college. For the past four years, she worked to grow her business while being a full-time student. She just graduated with her business degree in May 2013 & is excited to just into being a full-time entrepreneur. She is based out of San Diego, CA and is always inspired by the gorgeous landscapes of her sunny home.
Megan creates playful, and colorful customized Swarovski crystal jewelry designs that work for women of all ages and walks of life. If you are attending a wedding, just running errands with the kids, or anything in between, there is <a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">something from Flawed Perfection Jewelry</a> for you!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">She uses the finest crystals and high quality sterling silver, silver-filled, and stainless steel to create jewelry that is timeless, yet very modern. Her <a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.bigcartel.com/category/earrings">earrings</a> start at just $10 & can be perfect for any occasion (they're also her best-selling items)!
Additionally, Megan believes in giving back with her business. Back in March, she started a commitment to donate a percentage of her sales to the <a href="http://www.halftheskymovement.org/" target="_blank">Half the Sky Movement</a>, which helps oppressed women worldwide with several key issues. Read more about her pledge <a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.com/tag/half-the-sky/" target="_blank">here</a>. So, when you buy from Flawed Perfection Jewelry, you are also doing good at the same time!"</span></div>
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I personally love Megan's {<i>fairly new</i>} section of the shop that offers <a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.bigcartel.com/category/interchangeable" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">interchangeable</span></a> pieces.</div>
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You can choose the pieces you like best & then mix-and-match them however you'd like.</div>
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I think it's a great way to get the most out of your jewelry without having to spend a ton of money.</div>
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Megan sent me this beautiful "<a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.bigcartel.com/product/sweet-treat-front-cluster" target="_blank">Sweet Treat</a>" layered sparkle necklace;</div>
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I just love it! The colors are so pretty & I know all those tiny beads were attached with care.</div>
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If I ever want to mix it up, I could just order <a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.bigcartel.com/category/interchangeable" target="_blank">another bead cluster</a> &</div>
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add it to the chain I already have for a totally new necklace! So fun!</div>
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If you'd like to order your own Flawed Perfection piece,</div>
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Megan is offering my readers a discount code for 2 weeks:</div>
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just use <b>JACKYROCKS</b> for 10% off anything in <a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">the shop</span></a>!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Keep up with Megan & Flawed Perfection Jewelry: <a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Online Shop</a> | <a href="http://flawedperfectionjewelry.com/blog" target="_blank">Blog</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/meganluvsjewels" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="http://www.facebook.com/flawedperfectionjewelry" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="http://instagram.com/meganluvsjewels" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/FPJewelry" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">{<i>Megan sent me a necklace to review, but all opinions are 100% my own</i>}</span></div>
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I first discovered <a href="http://www.modernyardage.com/" target="_blank">Modern Yardage</a> while I was at <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/04/snap-2013-great-fun-great-people.html" target="_blank">SNAP!</a> back in April</div>
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and absolutely fell in love with the fabrics they had there!</div>
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The designs were all so fun & modern, I knew I needed to get my hands on some.</div>
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Modern Yardage sent me some of their fabrics so I could give them a try;</div>
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I got a bunch of coordinating prints that are so cute!</div>
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The colors are bright & fresh, the fabric washed well,</div>
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and my only problem was trying to decide what to make. ;)</div>
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I ended up making a couple small projects so I could use a good mix of the prints I received.</div>
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This zipper pouch is my favorite because of the patchwork detailing and the gusset corners!</div>
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It's been living in my purse, keeping all of my lip gloss/gum/etc.</div>
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from floating around in the bottom of my bag.</div>
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I also made this rectangle zipped pouch with a key ring attached</div>
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{perfect for running errands and such!}</div>
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and a pretty yo-yo headband {perfect to dress up any outfit!}</div>
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aren't they pretty? I love how everything turned out!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Fabric</span></strong><br style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;">We print on a high-quality, 100% cotton, pre-shrunk, optic white poplin fabric. It is slightly heavier than traditional quilting weight fabric and great for your sewing and craft projects. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;" /><strong style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Ink</span></strong><br style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;">We print with environmentally-friendly, water-based textile pigments. We do not use any harsh acids or chemicals. These pigments have been specially formulated to be compatible with our printers and fabric and offer a rich color gamut with very good fastness. </span><br style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;" /><br style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;" /><strong style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Layout</span></strong><br style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;" /><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;">We are different than most fabric companies in the way we layout our fabric. Our prints are 44” wide, which is standard among most designer quilting weight fabrics, but we print on 58” wide fabric. We use the additional 14” of fabric to offer fun and creative value-added items. For example, on one order you might find a message from the designer of the print you purchased. On another order you might find an inspirational craft idea or simple sewing pattern. On another order you may find a coupon for your next purchase or pictures of us making fabric. It will always be a suprise!</span></span></div>
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{<i>read more about this <a href="http://www.modernyardage.com/understand/" target="_blank">here</a></i>}</div>
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I've been very pleased with my Modern Yardage experience</div>
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& will definitely order more in the future!</div>
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They have so many great designs, you will want to <a href="http://www.modernyardage.com/shop/product/view/recent/" target="_blank">check them all out</a>.</div>
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I'm currently loving the <a href="http://www.modernyardage.com/shop/category/shop-by-category/verdant-by-liz-ablashi/" target="_blank">Verdant</a> & the <a href="http://www.modernyardage.com/shop/category/shop-by-category/personality-by-emilie-daly/" target="_blank">Personality</a> collections.</div>
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{<i>Modern Yardage sent me fabric to use, but all opinions are my own!</i>}</div>
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I really love adoption.</div>
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I really love supporting adoptions in any way I can.</div>
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So today I'd like to introduce you to Angie,</div>
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the mama behind <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/The1500TreeProject" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: magenta;">The 1500 Tree Project</span></b></a>,</div>
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and her cute family. :)</div>
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I found out about The 1500 Tree Project through Instagram,</div>
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ordered <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/129853281/pink-tree-art-pink-leaves-6x6-inch?ref=shop_home_active" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">a tree</span></a> myself, and wanted to help spread the word!</div>
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I'm going to let Angie's words tell their story better than I'd be able to. :)</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 28px; text-align: left;">"In 2012, on a warm Saturday morning in November, my husband and I waited anxiously in a bright orphanage. At 9 am, the director arrived, carrying a serious(ly adorable) 6 1/2 month baby boy into the room. I burst into happy tears. Quiet. Happy. Tears. After months of waiting, piles of paperwork, and an indescribable amount anticipation, we were finally in Taiwan, holding our son for the first time.</span><br style="line-height: 28px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;" /><br style="line-height: 28px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;" /><span style="line-height: 28px; text-align: left;">Now, we spend our days chasing, laughing, gardening, giggling, and dreaming. Life is pretty beautiful. And we are thrilled to share that our son is going to be a big brother! On the surface, the 1500 Tree Project is a way to fund our second adoption. 1500 trees made. 1500 trees sold. One fully funded adoption. But really, it's so much more than that. </span><br style="line-height: 28px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;" /><br style="line-height: 28px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;" /><span style="line-height: 28px; text-align: left;">It's cutting leaves out of colorful paper while my son toddles around the living room, babbling away. It's thinking about designs as my husband plucks away at his upright bass guitar, practicing a bluegrass tune. It's piecing together a tree when we chat about our days, with the low hum of the baby monitor buzzing in the background with our toddler's sleeping breaths. The 1500 Tree Project is love and hope, poured into a little 6x6 canvas. Joy really is the heartbeat of our shop and the spirit I pour into every piece I produce. This is our family. That is our big picture. Where will you fall in The 1500 Tree Project?"</span></span></div>
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It's pretty simple:</div>
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If they can <b>sell those 1500 trees</b>, </div>
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their 2nd adoption will be <b>fully funded</b>.</div>
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Isn't that fantastic?!</div>
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The trees are just lovely, perfect for adding a pop of color to your space.</div>
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My pink one will be living in our shared office, which could always use more color. ;)</div>
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I love that Angie's created something pretty to share,</div>
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and that it's an easy way for others to support their adoption.</div>
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<i>Will you help?</i></div>
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Shop for your tree <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/The1500TreeProject" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">HERE</span></a>.</div>
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simply enter <b>PetuniaReader</b> at checkout.</div>
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--> follow along with The 1500 Tree Project on</div>
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/The1500TreeProject" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Facebook</span></a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/the1500treeproject" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Instagram</span></a> or <a href="http://1500trees.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">their blog</span></a>.</div>
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{<i>Angie isn't paying me to share their story,</i></div>
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<i>I just love the idea & wanted to share.</i> :)}</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 28px; text-align: left;">please be sure to follow <a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/en/blog/1811486" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">The Sweetest Petunia on Bloglovin'</span></a></span></span></div>
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jaquelyn {mama thoughts}http://www.blogger.com/profile/07164255709085635654noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3733189096691135473.post-17733598708038814562013-06-14T05:00:00.000-04:002013-06-14T05:00:02.112-04:00it's been quiet + a little news<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's been quiet here on the blog the past week or so, but for good reason.</div>
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I announced this on Instagram, but time to make it blog-official...</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>We bought our first home!</i></span></div>
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Oh my goodness, it's exciting. :)</div>
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We ended up with a 3 bed/2 bath townhouse,</div>
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just down the street from our old place (<i>we were renting</i>).</div>
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We're officially living in our new place,</div>
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handmade favorites, so I'll be back soon. :)</div>
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<i>happy Friday!</i></div>
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<i>hope your weekend is wonderful.</i></div>
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Summer in Florida is HOT & BRIGHT.</div>
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I love my state & I've never wanted to live anywhere else,</div>
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I recently got to choose a pair of glasses from <a href="http://www.firmoo.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Firmoo</span></a>;</div>
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since I don't wear Rx glasses, sunglasses seemed like the perfect option!</div>
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Firmoo.com offers a ton of options as far as glasses go,</div>
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you can shop by style/shape/etc,</div>
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I chose this fun pair, <a href="http://www.firmoo.com/prescription-sunglasses-p-2186.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">#OTO3570</span></a></div>
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They're a bit different from my usual sunglasses choices,</div>
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The frames are big enough to protect my eyes</div>
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from that bright sunshine, and they're really comfy.</div>
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a soft pouch case, a repair kit, & a cleaning cloth.</div>
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I'll be wearing these shades all summer! ;)</div>
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Be sure to check out <a href="http://www.firmoo.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">their website</span></a></div>
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the next time you need a pair of glasses.</div>
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Don't forget!</div>
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You can enter to win some fun coffee & tea goodies <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/05/coffee-tea-giveaway.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta; font-size: large;">here</span></a>.</div>
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Also, my {virtual} <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/486405278094671/?ref=25" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta; font-size: large;">Thirty One party</span></a> is tonight,</div>
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so come join us & <a href="https://www.mythirtyone.com/shop/eventhome.aspx?eventId=E3288238&from=DIRECTLINK" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta; font-size: large;">shop here</span></a>!</div>
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it's no secret that I love coffee,</div>
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& I also love my (<i>real life</i>) friend Elisabeth!</div>
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she blogs over at <a href="http://theeverlastingeli.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">The Everlasting Eli</span></a>,</div>
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<i>happy Friday, my friends!</i></div>
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<a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/250/catid/13/swid/832bb/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Cosmetic Bag Set</span></a> || <a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/236/catid/22/swid/758c/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Keep-It Caddy</span></a> || <a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/7/catid/13/swid/795d/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Mini Zipper Pouch</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/176/catid/22/swid/758d/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Mini Utility Bin</span></a> || <a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/248/catid/6/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Inside-Out Bag</span></a></div>
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Hey friends!</div>
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My sister-in-law introduced me to <a href="https://www.mythirtyone.com/328798/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Thirty One</span></a> products</div>
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a few years back, & I fell in love quick. ;)</div>
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I have several bags/totes/organizers, and they are so handy.</div>
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I've used one as a <a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/27/catid/22/swid/832c/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">knitting bag</span></a> for a few months,</div>
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one to carry my <a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/28/catid/22/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">multitude of library books</span></a>,</div>
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one to <a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/176/catid/22/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">organize</span></a> my linen closet, to <a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/236/catid/22/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">tote sewing supplies</span></a>,</div>
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one even <a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/product/31/catid/18/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">went around the world</span></a> with me!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'm excited to have a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/486405278094671/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">virtual Thirty One party</span></a> coming up on June 4th,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">& I'd like to invite YOU!</span></div>
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The party will be happening on Facebook, so if you'd like to attend,</div>
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please <span style="color: magenta;"><a href="mailto:thesweetestpetunia@gmail.com" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">send me an email</span></a> </span>& I'll get you set up.</div>
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I was a part of one recently, and it was so much fun;</div>
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you can stay in the comfort of your own home (<i>pajama party, anyone?!</i>),</div>
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interact with some awesome ladies & learn about all Thirty One has to offer.</div>
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Who doesn't love online shopping? ;)</div>
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Oh, and the June special is fabulous:</div>
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I'd love it if you could join me next Tuesday night,</div>
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but if you can't make it to the party,</div>
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you can still shop <a href="https://www.mythirtyone.com/shop/eventhome.aspx?eventId=E3288238&from=DIRECTLINK" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>right here</b></span></a>.</div>
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& hope to "see you" there! :)</div>
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It's been quiet around here lately, and I have to confess...</div>
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<i>it's because I broke the keyboard on my laptop</i>. Oops!</div>
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but for now I'm just borrowing his computer. ;)</div>
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because I just love coffee dates.</div>
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I'd probably mention that I broke my favorite mug (the one <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/04/hello.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">seen here</span></a>)</div>
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earlier this week. :( I keep trying to remind myself that it's just a thing,</div>
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it's really not that important, but it's still a bummer.</div>
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Those pretty <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-glassware/073732.jsp" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Anthro mugs</span></a> up there make me smile, so someday I might replace it.</div>
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I might talk about how I feel not-good-enough when I see</div>
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some fabulous bloggy friends taking up running/completing big goals with running, etc.</div>
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I tried the whole running thing; I finished the Couch-to-5k program & all that,</div>
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I just never <i>fell in love</i> with running. And deep down, I know that's okay,</div>
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There are a lot of fairly big changes heading our way in the next few months.</div>
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It's exciting, but I also don't love change - I like the security of sameness.</div>
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letting go of what MY plans are and what I want,</div>
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and trusting Jesus' sovereignty in my life,</div>
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trusting that His plans are best and that He's in control. </div>
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He always knows what I need and even <i>when </i>I need to be reminded of it. ;)</div>
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I haven't really done much sewing lately;</div>
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it's time to get everything cleaned up and put away!</div>
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But last night I had a couple of fun projects that I really needed to work on,</div>
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and it just happened that the Mister was gone with friends until late...</div>
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perfect timing for me to get stuff done.</div>
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I'll be sharing some of those projects here soon!</div>
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My overall <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/01/2013-simplify.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">goal for this year</span></a> is still to SIMPLIFY,</div>
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so I've cleaned out closets/cabinets/nooks/crannies/etc.</div>
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over the past few months. If you're interested,</div>
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shop-my-closet type sale.</div>
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I have lots of handmade accessories & such</div>
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that I would love to send off to a new home!</div>
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Follow the sale <a href="http://instagram.com/petuniascloset" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">@petuniascloset</span></a></div>
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what's on my mind right now...</div>
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How about <i>YOU</i>?</div>
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How are you doing, what have you been up to?</div>
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<i>Happy weekend!</i></div>
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<a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/04/snap-2013-great-fun-great-people.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">great fun & great people</span></a> // <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/05/snap-2013-queen-bee-market.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Queen Bee Market</span></a></div>
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I got to meet so many fantastic people while I was at SNAP!,</div>
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and I also got to attend a bunch of really great classes.</div>
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there were a lot of choices (<i>I had a hard time choosing!</i>),</div>
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a lot of amazing speakers, TONS of information.</div>
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some of my favorite classes:</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Basic Blogging Tips for Online Success</u></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.theidearoom.net/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Amy @ The Idea Room</span></a> / <a href="http://www.the36thavenue.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Desiree @ The 36th Avenue</span></a> / <a href="http://thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Sarah @ Thrifty Decor Chick</span></a></div>
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even though I've been blogging for a while, I really enjoyed this class;</div>
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it was a great refresher, plus some new perspectives to think about.</div>
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so I don't have to share all of my crazy notes! ;)</div>
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<a href="http://www.theidearoom.net/2013/04/snap-presentationbasic-blogging-tips-for-online-success.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">PART 1</span></a> >> <a href="http://www.the36thavenue.com/2013/04/basic-blogging-tips.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">PART 2</span></a> >> <a href="http://thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/2013/04/basics-for-blogging-success.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">PART 3</span></a></div>
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Becky @ <a href="http://organizingmadefun.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Organizing Made Fun</span></a> / Lisa @ <a href="http://thepenningtonpoint.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">The Pennington Point</span></a></div>
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I really struggle with time management</div>
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> stick with your goals & <i>be specific</i> with your time</div>
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> make wise choices before taking on too much..</div>
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> set time limits for yourself!</div>
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> be realistic - budget your time.</div>
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be consistent, but don't overdo it.</div>
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> don't put your blog before your family.</div>
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> be flexible!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Running a Handmade Business</u></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.amycornwell.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Amy Cornwell</span></a> / Diana @ <a href="http://www.livylove.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Livy Love Designs</span></a> / Katie @ <a href="http://vintagerosewraps.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Vintage Rose Wraps</span></a></div>
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you can read about Amy's talk <a href="http://www.amycornwell.com/blog/debt-free-business/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta; font-size: large;">here</span></a>.</div>
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> sometimes you have to learn</div>
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what works for you/your customers</div>
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by trial & error.</div>
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> stay on top of trends;</div>
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they change frequently.</div>
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> try to find a good photographer</div>
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to work with.</div>
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> set yourself hours to work.</div>
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> be open to constructive criticism.</div>
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> find the things that inspire you & do them.</div>
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> don't be afraid to up your prices; it has</div>
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> sometimes you have to take a chance</div>
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& invest in your business.</div>
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> be willing to give a LOT.</div>
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everything comes back to you</div>
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and MORE.</div>
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> learn as you go & be patient</div>
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with yourself. be open to new ideas,</div>
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but stay focused on what works.</div>
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that's just a taste of things I learned;</div>
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I have pages & pages of notes!</div>
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<i>do any of these tips stand out to you?</i></div>
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<i>when it comes to blogging/handmade businesses?</i></div>
jaquelyn {mama thoughts}http://www.blogger.com/profile/07164255709085635654noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3733189096691135473.post-33481990835411631592013-05-03T02:00:00.000-04:002013-05-03T02:00:12.905-04:00SNAP! 2013 // Queen Bee Market<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've dreamed at shopping the <a href="http://www.thequeenbeemarket.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Queen Bee Market</span></a> for quite a while,</div>
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I just wanted to share some of the goodies I came home with;</div>
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I couldn't resist supporting handmade, although I did tell my husband</div>
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it might have to be my Christmas present for the year. ;)</div>
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>> gorgeous engraved wood coasters + a diy banner from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AlexisMattoxDesign" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Alexis Mattox Designs</span></a></div>
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>> mint chevron tee from <a href="http://www.theprintedpalette.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">The Printed Palette</span></a></div>
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>> an adorable elephant from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/kelseybang" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Kelsey Bang</span></a></div>
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{<i>I don't have kids, but I had to get this little guy for me, ha!</i>}</div>
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>> earrings from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/HooplaHoopla" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Hoopla Earrings</span></a></div>
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>> pretty heart ring from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/cinnamonsticks" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Cinnamon Sticks</span></a></div>
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>> necklace/hair clip from <a href="http://www.cremedelagems.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Creme de la Gems</span></a></div>
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{<i>these were actually a birthday gift for my baby sister, she loved them!</i>}</div>
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>> lip balm from <a href="http://kustomkissers.com/design.aspx" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Kustom Kissers</span></a></div>
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>> cute magnets from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LivyLoveDesigns" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Livy Love Designs</span></a></div>
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>> wristlet from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AugustBlossoms" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">August Blossoms</span></a></div>
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>> my favorite button earrings from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/jewlswashere" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Made by Jewls</span></a></div>
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>> headbands from <a href="http://vintagerosewraps.com/headbands.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Vintage Rose Wraps</span></a></div>
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I would definitely encourage you to check out these wonderful shops!</div>
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So glad I got a chance to shop in person, but their online shops are just as great.</div>
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It's been a couple of weeks since <a href="http://snapconference.com/" style="color: magenta;" target="_blank">SNAP! 2013</a>,</div>
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& I am so glad that got to attend this year.</div>
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I was nervous before I left; first time traveling all by myself,</div>
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meeting lots of new people (<i>I can be kinda shy!</i>),</div>
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not knowing what to expect during the whole thing...</div>
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but everything worked out fine.</div>
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And having to meet new people really pushed me out of</div>
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my comfort zone, which was good for me. :)</div>
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The theme for this year's conference was:</div>
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I love that! Such a wonderful reminder for everyday life.</div>
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I think my very favorite part of SNAP! was the people.</div>
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I met so many amazing, beautiful ladies while I was there!</div>
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Even though we had never met in real life before SNAP!,</div>
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I think my roommates & I got along really well.</div>
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We went to a lot of the same classes, got to hang out together,</div>
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and went to bed early when everyone else was partying. ;)</div>
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Jessica of <a href="http://www.ohsoantsy.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">OhSoAntsy</span></a> // <a href="http://albiongould.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Albion Gould</span></a></div>
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And then a bunch of other awesome ladies...</div>
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<a href="http://www.livylove.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Diana</span></a> // <a href="http://www.elisespiecesblog.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Elise</span></a> // <a href="http://www.jessicandesignsblog.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Jessica</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://instagram.com/courtviolethill" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Courtney</span></a> // <a href="http://www.sewcaroline.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Caroline</span></a> + <a href="http://www.theprintedpalette.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Alissa</span></a> // <a href="http://www.fairlyfabulousblog.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Meagan</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.neatheringourfest.com/p/about-skye.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Skye</span></a> + <a href="http://ragstostitchesblog.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Alissa</span></a> // <a href="http://www.binksandbabe.com/index.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Morgan</span></a> // <a href="http://www.chasingbigdreams.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Carrie</span></a></div>
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They had a super fun photo booth at the closing party,</div>
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hurray! It was really fun! :)</div>
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<a href="http://mysugarblossom.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Danielle</span></a> + <a href="http://www.throughtheeyesofthemrs.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Beth</span></a> // <a href="http://www.vintagesunshine.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Alyson</span></a> + <a href="http://houseoftubers.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Karri</span></a> + <a href="http://www.amycornwell.com/blog/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Amy</span></a> + <a href="http://sewchatty.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Elizabeth</span></a></div>
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So happy to meet ALL of them</div>
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& already planning my trip to SNAP! 2014.</div>
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<i>more to come soon...</i></div>
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<i>previously in the </i>{petunia travels}<i> series...</i></div>
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<a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/04/petunia-travels-singapore.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Singapore</span></a> // <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/04/petunia-travels-perth-kings-park.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Perth + King's Park</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">{<i>just a note: all of our pictures are from our iPhones,</i></span></div>
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if you don't want to see lots of pictures of cool Australian animals,</div>
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you may as well skip right over this post. ;)</div>
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if I had to choose a "favorite thing" from our trip to Australia,</div>
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I think it would have to be <a href="http://www.cavershamwildlife.com.au/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Caversham Wildlife Park</span></a>.</div>
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we spent most of the day there, and it was so neat to be able</div>
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a wombat {<i>such a strange animal!</i>}, funky lizards, dingo...</div>
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oh, and finally... a couple of baby kangaroos, about 6/7 months old!</div>
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I wanted to sneak one home in my suitcase. :D</div>
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<i>I'll be sharing at least one more post about Australia,</i></div>
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<i>but I want to share some SNAP! posts first...</i></div>
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<i>so this edition of </i>{petunia travels}<i> will be continued a little later.</i></div>
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<i>thanks for reading!</i></div>
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<i>to see the first part of our trip, Singapore, <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/04/petunia-travels-singapore.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">click here</span></a>.</i></div>
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I'm so excited to be sharing these pictures from our time in Australia with you!</div>
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We visited Perth, West Australia, and it was so beautiful there.</div>
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Even the weather was perfect for walking everywhere we went!</div>
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{<i>just a note: all of our pictures are from our iPhones,</i></div>
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so we slept in and headed out for "breakfast" at lunch time. ;)</div>
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called Dome - it ended up being our favorite place for food while we were there!</div>
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(<i>at different restaurants</i>) like 5 times while we were there!</div>
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there was a kind of a short cut through to the park called Jacob's Ladder,</div>
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well, there were about <span style="font-size: large;">1300 stairs</span>.</div>
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the view was gorgeous, but we ended up just laying in the grass</div>
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for a while to recover before walking through King's Park. ;)</div>
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{<i>the grass in Perth was gorgeous; almost like a golf course!</i>}</div>
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we really enjoyed the park & seeing the whole city spread out below us.</div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">to be continued...</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">hello Monday</span></i> >> after being away at <a href="http://snapconference.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">SNAP!</span></a> all weekend, I believe today is going to require at least 2 cups of coffee...<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>hello home & husband</i></span> >> SNAP! was amazing & I'm so thankful I got to be there, but my home is always my favorite place to be.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>hello laundry</i></span> >> not my favorite chore, but it needs to be done. first load is in now!<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">hello inspiration</span></i> >> as soon as I got on the plane yesterday, I had to pull out my notebook & start scribbling down ideas. feeling refreshed & inspired as far as blogging goes, so keep an eye out for some upcoming posts. ;)<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">hello priorities</span></i> // I'm realizing that I struggle with prioritizing & time management... not good. making an effort to put the <b>truly important first</b> & not sweat the small stuff, but also to (hopefully) not waste as much time in the course of a day.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>hello Australia</i></span> >> I haven't forgotten about sharing pictures from our trip! we just took SO many, I have to pare it down to the best ones. (you can see the first part of our travels <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/04/petunia-travels-singapore.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">here</span></a>)<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">hello winner</span></i> >> <span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/profile/02651403986542250709" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Katy P</span></a> </span>won this <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/04/for-fun-giveaway.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">pretty scarf</span></a>! congrats!<br />
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<i>I'm linking up with <a href="http://www.lisaleonardonline.com/blog/older-posts/hello-monday-39" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Lisa Leonard</span></a> today.</i><br />
hope you all had wonderful weekends!jaquelyn {mama thoughts}http://www.blogger.com/profile/07164255709085635654noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3733189096691135473.post-27436049074380181342013-04-17T08:00:00.000-04:002013-04-17T08:00:15.451-04:00washi swapping<div>
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now my phone cord is much happier,</div>
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and I can't wait to put the rest of my new washi to good use.</div>
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thank you SO much, Ashley!</div>
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& thanks to Torrie for hosting, so fun!</div>
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<i>a <a href="http://sweetestpetunia.blogspot.com/2013/04/for-fun-giveaway.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">pretty spring scarf</span></a>!</i></div>
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my husband & I recently traveled far around the world,</div>
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first to Singapore & then to Perth, Australia.</div>
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this was a business trip for him, but I got to go along,</div>
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& we did have time to do some fun things. :)</div>
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this was my first time traveling internationally,</div>
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really the first time I've flown anywhere,</div>
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& it was an adventure!</div>
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Singapore was a really neat city,</div>
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very clean, very modern and very HOT.</div>
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(<i>think 90* with 90% humidity!</i>)</div>
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we stayed at the Marina Bay Sands</div>
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which was very neat. very fancy, which isn't really my thing,</div>
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but a cool place.</div>
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in our free time,</div>
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we tried all sorts of Asian foods, hung out at the pool,</div>
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<i>to be continued...</i></div>
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jaquelyn {mama thoughts}http://www.blogger.com/profile/07164255709085635654noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3733189096691135473.post-67284748645112407492013-04-10T14:11:00.000-04:002013-04-10T14:11:35.800-04:00for fun // a giveaway<div style="text-align: center;">
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just because I love pretty Spring flowers</div>
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& I've been obsessed with scarves lately...</div>
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I'm <b>giving away</b> this lovely infinity scarf from the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/EclecticJoyShop" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">Eclectic Joy</span></a> shop!</div>
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I'm keeping it simple today;</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">all you have to do is leave a comment!</span></div>
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(<i>along with your email address</i></div>
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<i>so I can contact the winner</i>)</div>
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I'll randomly choose a winner</div>
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when I get back from <a href="http://snapconference.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">SNAP</span></a>.</div>
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Happy Spring!</div>
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<i>**this is not a sponsored post, just me sharing some love with you.**</i></div>
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hello, friends!</div>
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oh my, life has been <i>busy, busy, busy</i> these days.</div>
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we were actually out of the country for the past 2 weeks</div>
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(<i>my first international trip, eek!</i>)</div>
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travelling to Singapore & Perth, Australia.</div>
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it was quite the trip, and I'm so thankful we got to go.</div>
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I'll be sharing some highlights & pictures over the next couple weeks!</div>
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this month is sure to be a very busy one,</div>
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but my goal is to check in here more often.</div>
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<i>happy Monday & hello to a new week!</i></div>
jaquelyn {mama thoughts}http://www.blogger.com/profile/07164255709085635654noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3733189096691135473.post-32339660096859032772013-03-08T08:00:00.000-05:002013-03-08T08:00:11.979-05:00fashionABLE<br />
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have you heard of <a href="http://livefashionable.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">fashionABLE</span></a>?</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18px; text-align: start;">"Your purchase of a fashionABLE scarf creates sustainable business for women in Africa. Our commitment as a non-profit is to the development of people — fashionABLE works with women who have been exploited due to the effects of poverty. So, when you purchase a scarf you are providing jobs, and then we send the net profits back to holistically rehabilitate more women. This is the beauty of non-profit….</span><br style="background-color: white; line-height: 18px; text-align: start;" /><strong style="background-color: white; border: 0px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;">Scarves provide jobs, profits provide restoration.</strong><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;">"</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;">I love the meaning behind what they do,</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start;">I ordered the <i>Frehiwot</i> scarf pictured on the left</span></span></div>
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this girl is heading to the <a href="http://snapconference.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">SNAP! 2013 conference</span></a></div>
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in just about 5 weeks!!</div>
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I am super excited about this opportunity,</div>
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this will be my first blog conference,</div>
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so I'm not 100% sure what to expect/what to do, etc.</div>
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I can be pretty shy, but hopefully I won't be a wallflower. ;)</div>
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jaquelyn {mama thoughts}http://www.blogger.com/profile/07164255709085635654noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3733189096691135473.post-45229778361389242072013-02-19T15:58:00.000-05:002013-02-19T15:58:44.827-05:00link love // 2.19<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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1 // looove this <a href="http://www.kristen-victoria.com/2013/02/freebie-valentines-printable.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>cute (free!) print</b></span></a>; my husband is the best sweetheart ever.</div>
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2 // a gorgeous <a href="http://eliseblaha.typepad.com/golden/2013/02/another-knit-blanket-for-baby-girl.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: magenta;">knitted blanket</span></b></a> Elise made for her baby girl.</div>
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3 // couldn't resist sharing <a href="http://www.jaggerphotographyblog.com/ben-mimi-all-that-is-crafty-in-charlotte-nc/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>this pretty wedding</b></span></a> - the reception decor is my favorite part.</div>
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4 // I think I need a<span style="color: magenta;"><b> <a href="http://fancythatdesignhouse.com/wood-slice-chalkboard-tutorial/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">wood slice chalkboard</span></a> </b></span>somewhere in my house.</div>
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5 // <a href="http://www.rageagainsttheminivan.com/search/label/downton%20abbey" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>dishing on Downton</b></span></a> - I cracked up over these videos. love Downton Abbey!</div>
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6 // loved Caroline's post + printable on <a href="http://www.sewcaroline.com/2013/02/the-important-things.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>The Important Things</b></span></a> in life.</div>
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that are inspiring me today!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">heart <a href="http://www.thehousethatlarsbuilt.com/2013/02/2-simple-valentines-day-gift-wrapping.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>gift wrap</b></span></a> // wood heart <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/123002206/woodyou-be-my-valentine-heart-charm?ref=usr_faveitems" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>necklace</b></span></a> // corner <a href="http://craftandcreativity.com/blog/2011/10/22/dagens-pyssel-bokmarken-craft-of-the-day-bookmarks/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>bookmarks</b></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">arrow heart <a href="http://www.target.com/p/xhilaration-junior-s-valentine-day-sleep-tee-assorted-patterns-colors/-/A-14279592#prodSlot=large_1_8" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>tee</b></span></a> // <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/105722592/aqua-hearts-washi-tape-with-red-hearts?ref=sr_gallery_16&ga_search_query=heart+washi+tape&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_ref=auto1&ga_search_type=all" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>washi tape</b></span></a> // heart + keys <b><a href="http://www.joann.com/hero-arts-mounted-rubber-stamps-3-75-x3-25-x1-heart-keys/zprd_11888096a/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">stamp</span></a></b></span></div>
jaquelyn {mama thoughts}http://www.blogger.com/profile/07164255709085635654noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3733189096691135473.post-178843643856826482013-02-06T15:17:00.000-05:002013-02-06T15:17:07.811-05:00life lately // Feb. 6th<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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{<i>a little peek into my world via my <a href="http://instagram.com/thesweetpetunia" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">instagram profile</span></a></i>}</div>
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All I can say is, January <i>flew</i> by.</div>
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My intentions were to get back into</div>
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So, here I am. My life lately?</div>
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>> I started a new job (working for my husband) in December. I only work part time, in the mornings, and I enjoy it. I get to see my husband more, which is a big bonus for me, plus I'm not at home by myself all day. I still feel like I haven't quite gotten a grip on the whole <i>working-outside-the-home</i> + <i>still-keeping-everything-at-home-running</i>, but I guess it takes time.</div>
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>> I've been sending out lots of cards + letters to some of my "online friends". I so enjoy snail mail, don't you? :) Finding something pretty in your mailbox makes the whole day brighter!</div>
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>> I've been spending most of my free time cleaning the house, doing dishes, hanging out with my mister, or knitting. Someday, when I finish the baby blankets I'm working on for friends, I hope to share some other creative projects.</div>
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>> Newest goal? To finish the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-30-Day-Shred/dp/B00127RAJY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1360181575&sr=8-1&keywords=30+day+shred" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">30 Day Shred</span></a>! The first couple days were really, really rough, but I'm determined to get through it. I haven't had as much time to go walking, so a 20 minute video is fitting into my day a little easier.</div>
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How about you? What have you been up to? I miss my bloggy friends! I'm working on blogging more consistently, so hopefully I can keep up with all of you a little more. :)</div>
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<i>Have a lovely, wonderful Wednesday!</i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">"knit picks" is actually already the name of <a href="http://www.knitpicks.com/knitting.cfm" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">this website</span></a>,</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">but i'm borrowing it for this post. ;)</span></i></div>
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>> a <a href="http://www.purlbee.com/rick-rack-scarf/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">new stitch</span></a> to learn. </div>
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>> a pretty <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/110942554/boot-socks-pattern-boho-knits-boot-cuffs?ref=sr_gallery_26&ga_search_query=knit&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all" style="color: magenta;" target="_blank">boot cuff pattern</a>. </div>
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>> a lovely little<span style="color: magenta;"> <span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/A_Quartet_of_Headbands__D55509220.html" target="_blank">headband</a>.</span> </span></div>
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<br />jaquelyn {mama thoughts}http://www.blogger.com/profile/07164255709085635654noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3733189096691135473.post-50311604597892612892013-01-07T14:09:00.000-05:002013-01-07T14:09:35.661-05:00currently // life now<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">listening // </span></b><span style="font-family: inherit;">to the </span><i style="font-family: inherit;">Les Mis</i><span style="font-family: inherit;"> soundtrack. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">over and over and over and over.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>eating // </b>trying<b> </b></span><a href="http://www.pepperlynn.com/2012/02/overnight-oats-two-ways/" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;">overnight oats</span></a> for breakfast and (homemade) chicken & dumplings for lunch.</div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">drinking // </span></b>trying, trying, trying to drink more WATER.</div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">weather // </span></b>cloudy. wishing it were chillier out.</div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">wanting // </span></b>a more consistent <i>attitude of gratitude</i>.</div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">needing // </span></b>to focus on organizing our home.</div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">thinking // </span></b>about things I'd like to accomplish this week.</div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">enjoying // </span></b><span style="font-family: inherit;">the fact that season 3 of <i>Downton Abbey</i> started last night!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> >> what have you been up to lately?</span></div>
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<i>hope you all had a lovely weekend! happy Monday!</i></div>
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