Capturing Joy with Kristen Duke
Capturing the Joy in Life
You know how yesterday I posted about the birthstone necklace I made my mom? Well, getting crafty is the way to a woman’s heart, but so is something sparkly that was purchased. I was sent the most lovely earrings to review from Blue Nile, and I wanted to share them with you JUST in time for Mother’s Day. A great gift for your mom, or one to nudge your hubby with a simple link;) The… Continue Reading
So, I happen to think that Texas is a pretty darn special place to live, breathe, and blog. And it just so happens that some other fantastically awesome Texas bloggers agree. The other thing we agree on is that we have the best readers anywhere, which is why we’ve all teamed up to say a big ‘ol Texas-sized THANKS, Y’ALL, with the ultimate Spring Giveaway! Check it out! I count myself blessed to be included… Continue Reading
I am so happy and excited to share with you the details about my new FOTOstrap Camera Strap—I am in LOVE! {Read the whole post, you could win one!} My old camera strap was seriously grating on me the past year. I’d had it for probably 3 years, and besides the fact that I was tired and over the pattern, it was pretty dirty and worn around the neck. I mean, who washes their camera… Continue Reading
Whew! We’ve made it half way through the Decorating with Pictures series, and it’s been fabulous, hasn’t it? I am giddy opening up the posts each day, and I hope it is inspiring you to get pictures up on your wall! If you’ve missed some posts, you can see all thumbnails under the Decorating with Portraits tab in the photography section at any time. Remember that on March 1st, I’ll share my new wall and… Continue Reading
Oh my goodness, that was SO much fun! I read nearly every single comment as it came through my email, a total of 1,162 comments/unique visitor entries It was fun to see what was new to you, and what you were excited about, and what you loved that I love in my basket! I SO wish I could give everyone one a little something, but rafflecopter gave me just ONE winner, whom I will mail… Continue Reading
My friends Abby over at Twist me Pretty is doing a fun giveaway (with my books included) today! She has done an all new blog design with a new name (formerly My Yellow Sandbox) and everything, so go check it out!
Wow, what an amazing response to our big end of summer giveaway! Three shops wanted to offer discounts to those that didn’t win, so you can still win! Love Stitched if offering 20% off anything in her shop with code : CREATIVE. Go check out her lovely accessories, including the statement necklace she gave away. Knitty Bitties is offering 10% off using the code: HAPPYDAY. Go shop for some camera strap slip covers and other fabric items. Capturing… Continue Reading
Ha! I just realized that the title of my last post looks like I am going to “snap” or go crazy. Oops. I selected a winner for the Mommy Hates Cooking giveaway. And the winner is: Comment #73 jamie January 14, 2012 – 7:37 pm FUN giveaway. thank you so much! If you didn’t win, her meal plans are very affordable. Especially for those with allergies who are looking for help–check them out!
I discovered a new blog recently: Mommy Hates Cooking. Kristy is a young mom who was thrust into the role of chef after her hubby started their marriage out doing that. From the looks of her blog, she enjoys it much more than she used to, but she said she does have a love/hate relationship with it. CHECK OUT her alphabatized recipe index. Wowzers, lots of options. Drooling over the bacon wrapped chicken recipe she… Continue Reading
Congratulations to Gina! That was her name in the comment (no last given) so if you aren’t sure its you, I sent you an email. Have fun with the complete printables binder set! To those of you that didn’t win, here are some of my favorite listings from the I heart organizing etsy shop: Personalized monthly budget $5 Babysitter Notes $3 Meal Planning and shopping list $3 Auto Maintenance (I don’t see the link, it must have… Continue Reading
Who doesn’t love being organized? I like to chalk up my complete disorganization to my being an “artist.” (Hehee, I used to feel silly calling myself that, now I own it). It’s true, organization is not my strong suit. I try, really, I do. I love donating things to Good Will, sharing with my sister in laws clothes, purging what I don’t need in my home anymore. But, the more my kids grow up, and… Continue Reading
Dang, it’s late Friday night and I meant to have this posted this morning! I will cut right to the chase…. I am offering 1 giveaway for out of Austin, Texas dwellers and 1 giveaway for the locals. (That’s 2 giveaways). In Austin (or willing to travel), I am giving a free mini session to the winner. Along with the session, I will print 10 4×6 images with the accompanying disc. For the out of… Continue Reading
I got a fun package from one of my favorite sponsors, Ruffles and Fringe. Cute headbands, huh? I love headbands. I am photographing these for her shop, so stay tuned to see them there soon. Nicole from Ruffles and Fringe has generously offered a $25 gift card to the winner of this giveaway. There are so many cute headbands in her etsy shop, and even more to come! Go check out her shop, and comment… Continue Reading
This gal does great work, and I love handmade items! She crocheted a bunch stuff for me last winter for this family photo shoot. CLICK HERE to see lots more. I had very specific coloers in mind, and I wanted each item to be just a bit different. Jenny was very open to my crazy ideas. She made the hats, my scarf, daughters gloves, and cute cute baby shoes. Check out her other stuff at Just… Continue Reading
HEIDI!!!! She said: I love all things red, and I love hair accessories. Email me and I will send you your knot heads! Don’t give up if you haven’t won, I’ve still got 3 weeks of great prizes this month for my busini-versary!
