Friday, May 6, 2011

::Weekend Bloggy Reading:: Link Up!

Welcome to Weekend Bloggy Reading. I hope you'll link up your best post of the week today, and maybe leave me some comment love!

All kinds of posts are welcome--recipes, crafts, funny stories, home decor, etc.; but please do not link to Etsy shops, businesses, items for sale, etc. (I have a Sponsors section, if you'd like to Advertise with me.)

Here are a few of my faves from this week:
sources listed below


~Misty completed her Screened In Porch Makeover in time for nice Spring weather.

~It's not too late for Mother's Day Plans! Martha Stewart, the queen of all DIY, has some great tips.

~The girls at Crafterminds put together a wonderful summary from bloggers across the board on Finding Your Niche.

~Richella crafted a beautiful DIY Faux Roman Shade. Looks like you don't need to sew to make this one!

~Stephanie shared a wonderful, detailed look at Family Meal Planning.



~And me? This week featured:
  • A Before and After look at my Bathroom Floor. 
  • Session # 7 in my Commenting 101 series: Fitting it All In
  • I contemplated whether or not I need to send my tiny chocaholic to Mini Rehab
  • Jaime shared an adorable Meal Planning Board Tutorial
  • Current GIVEAWAY: Click over and enter to Win supplies from Jaime to create your own custom meal planning board! She's also offering readers a 15% discount through May 14th when you use the code SERENITYNOW15. 
  • Earn an extra entry in this week's Giveaway by linking up to this party and including a link back or my party button within your post. 
Time to link up your best post of the week (please take the time to include a link-back or my party button and visit some of the other participants!)

Here's the button code if you'd prefer to use that rather than a link-back:
Weekend Bloggy Reading








Party is open until 10 pm (ET) on Sunday night.

Remember that blog parties work best when bloggers participate, so if you have a chance to visit a few of the other links, you might find a new friend or two!

I'm hosting a Blessings Unlimited Open House this morning, and would like to stop by a yard sale or two on Saturday. Have zero plans for Mother's Day. T will be working. Yay.

What are you up to this weekend?


Hope to be back this weekend with some highlights from Weekend Bloggy Reading!

(This Code is for blogs featured today!):
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29 comments:

  1. Randi~Dukes and DuchessesMay 6, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Thanks for hosting the party ... I love the weekend reading.

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  2. stephaniegieseMay 6, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    Thank you so much for featuring my meal planning post! I'm looking forward to seeing what the other ladies link up. I love the picture of the heart-shaped egg in the toast!

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  3. KristaMay 6, 2011 at 8:13 AM

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  4. KristaMay 6, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Sorry for that previous comment, I haven't had enough coffee this morning. Anyhoo, just wanted to say Amanda, thanks for hosting! That link to the Crafterminds looks very interesting, especially for a new blogger like me. Have a Happy Mother's Day!

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  5. Simply LKJMay 6, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    I still giggle about the post about send your little one to chocaholic rehab! Have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

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  6. UnknownMay 6, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    I am STILL laughing about Michaela Byrd's chocolate addiction!

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  7. MichelleMay 6, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    So glad to be able to participate (I missed last week!!!). Thank you for hosting and the Faux Roman Shade is exactly what I need...now time to plan a project! Happy Friday!

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  8. AnonymousMay 6, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    I absolutely loved reading the mini birthday party. She really put so much thought and love into that party. Also, I love the mini-shabby chic bangles. Very cute. Thanks for hosting, Amanda!

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  9. Shelly WildmanMay 6, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting, Amanda. I LOVE Richella's faux Roman shades. they almost make me want to tackle a project myself. Almost.

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  10. Brooke @ Inside-Out DesignMay 6, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Thanks Amanda! Have a great weekend!

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  11. the workaholic mommaMay 6, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Thanks SO much for hosting again this week - I love this blog party. I also REALLY enjoyed your posts on commenting and the meal planning board this week:) Happy Friday!!

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  12. Christine - Tutorial Addict :)May 6, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    I know how you feel, my hubs is working Mother's Day too :-/ I don't really have any plans either. Although, I MIGHT treat myself to a pedicure while they're in school today ;) Hope you have a lovely weekend anyway!

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  13. Jenny RodriguezMay 6, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    I loved the chocolate post! Too funny :D

    Any cutter parties coming up? You made me an addict ;o)

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  14. OlgaMay 6, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Amanda thank you for hosting. Can't wait to read all fun links this weekend.

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  15. Kelly M. May 6, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Hi Amanda-- look forward to this weekly -- great new reads. This weekend throwing a yard sale myself-- hope the weather is bright and sunny. Have a great week.

    Kelly

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  16. Life In The Thrifty LaneMay 6, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Thanks for hosting Amanda, I'll be back in a few weeks :)
    p.s.: your package is on it's way...!!
    Veronica

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  17. Richella ParhamMay 6, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Thank you SO MUCH for highlighting my shade! I can't tell you how much I appreciate it. You made my day!

    I'm writing this at Duke Hospital. . . thank God things are now pretty boring, just sitting here being monitored. Whew! Enough excitement already.

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  18. Lulu GreyMay 6, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Your blog is always so much fun to read and I can always count on learning something new.

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  19. Erin @ Two Story CottageMay 6, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Thanks for hosting, Amanda! :) Still laughing about that chocolate bunny....

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  20. Katie @ Newcomb HomeMay 6, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Thank you for hosting this weekend! I can't wait to sit down in my pjs with some wine and look at all the great projects!

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  21. Laura/Hayestone/Design ShareMay 6, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    Hi Amanda! Thanks for the time you take each week to host a great link up party! Have a great mothers day :-)
    ~Laura
    hayestone.blogspot.com

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  22. Paula@SweetPeaMay 7, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Great links! I love Misty's porch that they use year-round.

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  23. TraceyMay 7, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Found your link-up for the first time this morning! Looking forward to reading more of your blog as well as others who linked up!

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  24. Kelli WMay 7, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    That roman shade looks awesome! I would love to add something like that in my breakfast nook. I hope you have a great weekend. I hate that T is working on Mother's Day....Jason had to work today but he will be off tomorrow. Have a great weekend Amanda!

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  25. HollyMay 7, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Richella's kitchen window might make me want to do dishes! And oh how I'd love to have a screened-in porch!

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  26. Vivienne @ the V SpotMay 7, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Hi Amanda! Late to the party, but I linked up. Happy Mother's Day!

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  27. MarytheKayMay 7, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Thanks for letting me link up again! Love a weekend linky party!!

    I just wanted to say that I am really loving your Commenting 101 series...and I hope you aren't done! More topics, please! :-)

    Also--love your new bathroom floor! Almost makes me motivated enough to tackle the tile project in my bathroom. I've had the tile now for a couple of years... Think it's time?? Ha!

    Happy Mother's Day weekend!

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  28. MichaelaMay 7, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    Thank you for hosting, friend! I loved your commenting 101 post and your bathroom floor looks awesome, too (: Happy Saturday!

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  29. cre8iveskyMay 8, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    I love your link party- nice to share posts andnot just projects on occasion! Thanks and happy mothers day to you!

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