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Jo Jo and Eloise

May 18, 2013 by Melanie · Leave a Comment

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Hi there!! My name is Angelina and you can find me blogging over at JoJo and Eloise. I am thrilled to pieces that I get to be here, with you on Reasons To Skip Housework. I LOVE blogging exactly for this reason, Getting to meet and make new friends. Melanie, was so sweet to offer {Read More…}

The Weekly Creative {An Inspiration Party}

May 16, 2013 by Melanie · 20 Comments

Welcome back to another party! Last week’s top viewed link was: If you want to see who was featured in my TOP 5, check out the Featuring YOU post here.I also just posted a fun round up of DIY Gifts ANYONE can make for any occasions. There are even a few “MAN” friendly gifts in {Read More…}

Handmade Gift Ideas Anyone Can Make

May 15, 2013 by Melanie · 6 Comments

When it comes to handmade gift ideas, I’m usually pretty picky because it has to be something I’m actually able to make. If it’s got too many steps or too many materials, I just can’t bring myself to either a) figure it out or b) find the motivation to get a big project done. Here {Read More…}

Featuring YOU! Top 5 Pinnable Inspirations!

May 15, 2013 by Melanie · 1 Comment

Thank you to everyone who linked up last week at The Weekly Creative. These are 5 creations that caught my eye this week and were pinned to the Weekly Creative Pinterest Board! If you were featured, you can grab a button on my sidebar! To see last week’s features, click here!

Summertime Orange Lemonade

May 14, 2013 by Melanie · 1 Comment

My Summertime Orange Lemonade was inspired by the May 2013 issue of Martha Stewart Living, which shared a number of GOOD THINGS in their section of Ideas, Tips, and Inspirations – and something really jumped out at me for summertime! I’m not much of a water drinker, I fully admit that – and I {Read More…}

Blue Nile Earrings WINNER!

May 14, 2013 by Melanie · Leave a Comment

If your name is… Windy Stallings Phillips …. you need to email me! {[email protected]}You’re the winner of the Blue Nile earrings! You’re going to LOVE them! You’ve got 48 hours to email me or I’ll pick a new winner! Woot Woot! Congratulations!

Mother’s Day Gift {a quick any easy anytime gift}

May 11, 2013 by Melanie · Leave a Comment

This sweet gift would work for any gift occasion, starting with a Mother’s Day Gift. If mom lives near you and you’re still trying to figure out the perfect gift for her – this dip bowl and recipe bundle is the perfect thoughtful gift! I found a bowl that was 50% off at Hobby Lobby….SCORE! {Read More…}

The Weekly Creative {an inspiration party}

May 9, 2013 by Melanie · 17 Comments

Before we get into the party…here are a few fun giveaways and other ideas you may have missed this week:Need a unique gift for the moms in your life? Goodies Co. is a fab new company! Check them out! Now, onto this week’s party…the reason you all stopped by!This week’s party sponsor is Meredith from {Read More…}

Unique Mom’s Day Gift

May 8, 2013 by Melanie · 8 Comments

When it comes to Mother’s Day, I’ve always been into making gifts for my mom. She’s always so sweet and appreciates all of my homemade treats! However, sometimes, getting homemade gifts is the equivalent of getting appliances from your hubby….NOT AGAIN…you think as you unwrap the hand-painted picture frame or a painted flower pot. I’m {Read More…}

Menu Planning Board

May 8, 2013 by Melanie · 4 Comments

I’m not one who plans out her meals one month in advance. I’ve always been the lazy planner. I think of something about 3:30 and rush to get it ready. This meal board idea was never something I would have made for myself, but at our last MOPS meeting, this was on the agenda. I {Read More…}

Featuring YOU { Pinnable Inspirations }

May 7, 2013 by Melanie · 4 Comments

We had over 300 entries in last week’s party! It’s our largest one yet! These are 5 entries that caught my eye this week, and have been pinned to The Weekly Creative Group Pinterest Board! This Lime-A-Rita from Thats What Che Said is the perfect summertime drink. Now that it’s hotter than an oven here {Read More…}