The Inspiration Board: Spotlight 234 & Candy Cane Lane

Phew. Thanksgiving is behind us and although there may be some stuffing and pie still leftover, all eyes are on December and the holidays yet to come. Pace yourselves friends, we still have a month of frenzy and then we can all settle down for a warm winter’s nap… or something like that.

Thank you to all of you that shared a project last week on The Inspiration Board. There was a record number of links and each and every project was inspiring. If you didn’t have a chance to swing by last week, here’s what I’ve been sharing

Girly-Girl Handmade Gift Ideas  :  Veranda The Romance of Flowers :  PinchMe Free Samples

And here are the amazing projects featured this week.

ETCETERAS: 12 Girly-Girl Handmade Gift Ideas

Happy Thanksgiving to my U.S. friends. I hope you’re enjoying the day with food, family & friends. In the spirit of being thankful, I thought I’d share these 12 handmade gifts from my archives that could be given to a special friend to thank them for the gift of friendship. I chose 12 very girly-girl gifts that are some of my favorites.

I’m thankful to all of you who stop by and visit me here at my little corner of the creative world. Happy Thanksgiving.

EXTRA CREDIT: PINCHme Free Samples

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Friends, if you’re anything like me, you love free samples. Who doesn’t like free samples of food at the market or big box store or any free samples for that matter. How would you like to choose the samples you want and then have them sent to you in a pretty box? Sound fun? You need to check out PINCHme.

The Inspiration Board: Creative Party 234 & Easy Glitter Tape Place Cards

FROM MY ARCHIVES : Easy Glitter Tape Place Cards

We’re two days away from the big feast and I can’t wait. Tomorrow I’m going to start prepping my side dishes and one of my favorite dishes is homemade cranberry conserve with applies and mandarin oranges. Pop, pop, pop, I love hearing those cranberries burst open in the pot. I say it every week but I want to make a special point this Thanksgiving week and tell you how grateful I am that you stop by and share your links here on homework. My little link party has grown in the past few months and that’s what keeps me going. So, thank you, thank you for supporting this little blog.
Now, let the sharing begin.

The Inspiration Board: Spotlight 233 and Silver & Gold

It’s Thanksgiving week! Hip Hip Hooray! Here in the U.S. we’re prepping for the biggest feast of the year. I know many of you are starting to prep your turkeys. Every family has a different way of preparing the bird. Some people use a brine or buttermilk for a few days before roasting, others place butter under the skin or even deep fry their turkey. There are so many yummy ways to prep that bird. Plus, all those side dishes – phew… it’s a lot of work but so worth it.

So if you’ve been busy preparing for the feast and haven’t had a chance to visit lately, here’s a little recap of what I’ve been sharing lately.

Etched Glass Milk Bottle  :  Friday High Five  :  Veranda – The Romance of Flowers (Giveaway)

And now for the projects featured this week. As always you guys blew me away with the beautiful projects linked up.

FRIDAY: High Five

Happy Friday everyone! Here in the United States all thoughts have turned to turkey, stuffing, gravy and pie. I can’t wait for the feast next week. I have a super busy weekend with family obligations and of course, I need to make my list for my Thanksgiving dishes and get to the market. I hope you have a great weekend planned. Here’s what I’m high-fiving about from this past week.

My vintage button jar is filled to the brim and I can’t wait to create some fun projects using some of these gems.

HOMEWORK: Reading–Veranda The Romance of Flowers Giveaway

I’ve had a lot of giveaways lately because I want everyone to have a chance for a little something special and extra this holiday season. This latest giveaway is really special. Veranda The Romance of Flowers is by Clinton Smith. The Editor in Chief of Veranda, the very elegant interiors magazine that features some of the most beautiful interiors from around the world.

The Inspiration Board: Creative Party 232 & Healthy Advent Countdown

FROM MY ARCHIVES : Healthy Advent Countdown

Happy Tuesday everyone. I’m so happy you’re here today! The day when we get to inspire each other with the projects we’ve been creating. This time of year the projects are even more bountiful and amazing. Between the cooking, baking, crafting, sewing, decorating and more the creativity is through the roof. So without further ado, let’s start the party and inspire each other.

The Inspiration Board: Spotlight 232 & Fleeting Fall Colors

Welcome back everyone. We’re off to a brand new week of sharing inspirational ideas. Thank you so much for linking up your project on The Inspiration Board last week. I can’t tell you how much it means to me week after week to see the party grow. We’re midway through November and it’s going to be a mad dash to the holiday finish line. Confession time…I’ve done absolutely nothing to prepare for the holidays. It usually hits me as I’m enjoying a leftover Thanksgiving turkey sandwich and then it’s go-time!! Who’s with me?

Let’s move on to the features but first, here’s a little recap of what I’ve been sharing.

Country Living Christmas Joys Giveaway  :  Etched Milk Bottle  :  Handmade Holiday Gift Guide

ETCETERAS: Etched Glass Milk Bottle

I have such a fun project to share with you today. Have you ever etched glass? It’s not as hard as it sounds, in fact, it was super easy and I can’t wait to create more etched glass pieces. I happened upon this project because of a nice reader.

Homework: Reading–Country Living Christmas Joys Review & Giveaway

I have such a treat for you today friends. The wonderful and inspiring people of Country Living have come out with a book to inspire us through the holidays. It’s called Country Living Christmas Joys and it’s filled with beautiful holiday ideas. And the best part? I get to give away a copy to one of you.

The Inspiration Board: Creative Party 232 & Birdseed Acorn Cakes

FROM MY ARCHIVES  :  Bird Seed Acorn Cakes

Welcome to The Inspiration Board. The day when we get to inspire each other with the projects we’ve been creating. This time of year the projects are even more bountiful and amazing. Loads of food, gift ideas, stories and more. So without further ado, let’s start the party and inspire each other.

The Inspiration Board: Spotlight 231 & A is for Apple

Welcome back everyone. So glad you stopped by. This is such a great time of year for inspiration and The Inspiration Board was brimming with goodies last week. There are loads of features today because I wanted to share so many of the projects with you and just couldn’t narrow it down any further. So here we go…

First, here’s what I’ve been up to.

Fall Treat Tin  :  Noble Fir Giveaway  :  3rd Annual Handmade Shop Holiday Gift Guide  :  Friday High Five

And now for the projects featured this week.

FRIDAY: High Five

It’s Friday – thank goodness or TGIF as we like to say. This week flew by in a flash and time is only going to start picking up speed as I fall further behind on the holiday to-do list. I need to start my online holiday shopping so that there’s time deliveries but first I should make a list. Oh, so much to do. Cards to make, goodies to bake, yes, it’s the most wonderful time of the year.

So, how was your week? Do you have anything to report and “high five” about?  Here’s what I’ve been up to this week and I’m high fiving over.

Coffee! I have to admit, I’m a caffeine addict. I probably drink 3-4 cups a day. I should probably cut back but that probably won’t happen anytime soon.

SHOW & TELL: Handmade Shop Holiday Gift Guide 2015

Every year I host a link up for Etsy and Handmade Shops. This was the third year and even though I didn’t get as may shops linking up, there was still plenty of gorgeous handmade items shared. So, without further ado, here are the featured products that make up the 3rd Annual Handmade Shop Gift Guide.

Scroll through this slideshow and check out the individual products below.

EXTRA CREDIT: Tree Classic Garland Giveaway

Today I have a wonderful giveaway opportunity for you. This year is the 40th Anniversary of Tree Classics – the maker of faux Christmas trees, wreaths, garlands and more. I’m so excited for one of you to win a Classic Noble Fir Garland.

The Inspiration Board: Creative Party 231 & Marshmallow Peppermint Stir Sticks

FROM MY ARCHIVES :: Marshmallow Peppermint Stir Sticks

Hello, hello everyone! If you’re new here to homework, every Tuesday, I host The Inspiration Board where we come together to share our latest and greatest. So what have you been up to? I’ve been noticing a lot of fall cooking and baking link ups lately – it’s definitely the season of good eats!

Last week The Inspiration Board was brimming with fantastic projects. You can check out the features from last week’s party here.

Now let’s inspire each other:

THE INSPIRATION BOARD: Spotlight 230 & Game Day Food

Happy November everyone. I hate to be a broken record but time sure is flying… how in heck did October fly by so fast? And here’s another statement that’s like my voice on repeat… it’s still hot here in Southern California. Today it was 85 by the coast. Paleeez – bring on the fall weather. I have sweaters to wear and soups to make. So once again, I rely on all of you to bring me fall inspiration. And you didn’t let me down.

Before we get to the features, here’s a little recap of what I’ve been sharing lately.

Beautiful Bellevue and What I Wore  :  Grey Felt Fall Treat Can  :  Friday High Five

And now for the amazing and inspirational features.