tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68399620246700677812024-03-13T07:07:16.610-04:00Melanie Gets MarriedFrom getting married to being married, buying a home and making it our own. Follow along as we transition through life as newlyweds.Melanie {Making it in the Mitten}http://www.blogger.com/profile/09150267177971538069noreply@blogger.comBlogger248125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6839962024670067781.post-68913908242871630782015-01-05T20:39:00.000-05:002015-01-07T10:00:17.446-05:00A New Name for Melanie Gets Married<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have big news for you all today! I went out on a huge whim and changed the name of my blog from Melanie Gets Married to Making It In The Mitten in just a matter of hours. Crazy? Yes!! But I promise, it's still the same blog, just a new name!</div>
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I have been considering a name change for a while now! I feel like I have outgrown Melanie Gets Married, mostly because I have been married for over two years and rarely discuss weddings. The reason I haven't changed my name sooner is because I didn't have a name I liked, and well... I just didn't have the guts. I didn't want to lose followers, change all of my accounts, emails, blah blah blah. </div>
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Yesterday, after pondering names for hours, my husband came up with the name Making It In The Mitten, and I love it! </div>
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Now please, <i>DO ME A FAVOR</i>... Be sure to follow my new blog on bloglovin'. While Melanie Gets Married is set up to automatically redirect you, you will no longer be seeing new posts through bloglovin' if you don't follow Making It <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">In The Mitten! </span></div>
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Thank you all so much for your support! I truly hope each and every one of you will continue to follow along even through this transition. </div>
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Melanie {Making it in the Mitten}http://www.blogger.com/profile/09150267177971538069noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6839962024670067781.post-2262068434020818582015-01-05T07:00:00.000-05:002015-01-05T07:00:05.031-05:0052 Week Money Saving Challenge With a Twist<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Last week, I shared my <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2015/01/five-goals-for-2015.html" target="_blank">Five Goals for 2015</a>. On that list was the goal to save more money.<br />
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I've seen the 52 Week Money Saving Challenge all over Pinterest for a while now, but just knew that wouldn't work for us. Starting in May, I will be finishing up my classes and quitting my job to complete full-time fieldwork until December. This really is exciting since I will get to finally be "working" in my chosen career as an Occupational Therapist. The downfall... having no pay checks.</div>
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Instead of starting Week 1 with $1, I will start it with $52. This way, it will become easier to save the money. While it is the beginning of the year and I am feeling motivated to save money, I will put in higher amounts, and by the time I quit my job in May, the amount each week will be drastically lower. </div>
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Aside from planning ahead for future months, I don't know about you, but I am inpatient and want to see a change NOW. By putting in higher amounts at the beginning, you will have already saved over $100 after two weeks, and over $200 within one month!</div>
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To remind myself to put money into the bank, I am printing this off and sticking it to my bulletin board. As I deposit money each week, I will check the box to make me feel extra accomplished. Sometimes it's the little things that keep me motivated.</div>
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Who's up for the challenge? I am starting today by putting $52 dollars in my savings account and you should, too! Plan a nice vacation, put it towards student loans, redecorate a room, or just keep it as an emergency fund. Whatever you do with it, I am sure you will be loving having some extra cash around this time next year :)</div>
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<br />Melanie {Making it in the Mitten}http://www.blogger.com/profile/09150267177971538069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6839962024670067781.post-69057206332851102722015-01-04T21:00:00.000-05:002015-01-04T21:00:00.764-05:00Motivational Monday: January 1st<div style="text-align: center;">
Welcome back to another week of Motivational Monday. We figured everyone would be busy for the holidays so we took a few weeks off, maybe you noticed or maybe you didn't. Either way, today we are back and ready to party! Now that Christmas is over, I am excited to see all the fresh new ideas you all have!<br />
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After ringing in the new year, I thought it was only appropriate to set some new goals. I know what you're thinking. Another blogger making another list of goals that will not be reached. If this were any other year, I'd say you're probably right. But truth be told, I have given these goals a lot of thought. While each one will be a challenge for me, they are five things that I know I <i>need</i> to do. Okay, four things I <i>need</i> to do, and one I really <i>want</i> to do. </div>
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1. <b>Exercise: </b>At least 5 days a week for 30 minutes. This NEEDS to happen.<br />
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2. <b>Eat Less Junk</b>: I need to say YES to snacking on carrots and celery and NO to those oh so yummy, but oh so bad for me bag of cool ranch doritos. This also includes drinking less alcohol, which is why I will be implementing a new rule: NO drinking on weekdays.<br />
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3. <b>Save More Money</b>: It's crazy to think, but I am definitely the saver around here! This is mostly because all of Adam's money goes to bills, but also because Adam spends any "extra" money he has left. This year (more specifically at the beginning of the year, before I start working for free) I want to save more money the second that pay check comes in so it's not as tempting to spend later.<br />
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4. <b>Get Organized and Stay Organized</b>: I am talking everything from blogging to school work, cleaning out closets, dressers and kitchen cabinets, and creating a new filing system for our paperwork.<br />
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5. <b>Read More</b>: Up until the past year, I have always really enjoyed reading. I have books that have been on my reading list for a few years, and it would be really nice to enjoy reading some of them.<br />
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I am feeling pretty determined to make sure these things happen this year, and I am hoping that by posting them here, I will feel a little more accountable for each of them.</div>
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A few other things I'd really love to do this year? Add more items to my Etsy shop and a few more room makeovers. There's been talk of tackling the half bath, laundry room, and guest room.</div>
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I don't know about all of you, but New Year's Eve sure snuck up on us this time! When I first set out to create our 2014 year in review I thought to myself "man, this year was boring!" But after brainstorming with Adam, we were able to come up with quite a few things to throw in. </div>
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I was a bridesmaid in my best friends wedding...</div>
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and Lucy attended her first baseball game, Bark in the Park Night at Dow Diamond.</div>
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We finally got to ride a tandem bicycle around Mackinaw Island, something I've wanted to do for years...</div>
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And we spent Labor Day walking the Mackinaw Bridge!</div>
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To say this year was boring would be a lie. While we may not have had any big life changing events in 2014, we have done some pretty awesome things. It's been a year full of wonderful memories, and I can't wait to see what 2015 will bring (let's hope it involves me <i>finally</i> graduating)!!</div>
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Happy New Year from our family to yours!</div>
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With the new year quickly approaching, I am happy to be sharing my Top 10 Posts in 2014!<br />
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Looking back on these posts, I can't help but notice how much this little blog of mine has grown since last year! I am so thankful for each and every one of you that has read my posts, followed along, and invited me to be apart of something bigger. I have made some wonderful friends and can only hope to continue to do so in the next year.<br />
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Here's The Best of 2014 Countdown:<br />
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10. <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/09/gold-glitter-ribbon-garland.html" target="_blank">Gold Glitter Ribbon Garland</a><br />
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9. <a href="http://www.melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/08/fabric-covered-end-of-summer-wreath.html" target="_blank">Fabric Covered End of Summer Wreath</a><br />
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Melanie {Making it in the Mitten}http://www.blogger.com/profile/09150267177971538069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6839962024670067781.post-4672481821824816612014-12-27T13:08:00.001-05:002015-01-01T21:24:37.647-05:00Scenes From Our Christmas Celebration<div style="text-align: center;">
Once again, Christmas has come and gone in the blink of an eye. It was a very low key one for us this year, since Adam's work schedule made it almost impossible for us to travel. I can't really complain though, because we've always wanted to just stay home anyways. </div>
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Since we opted out of traveling, we spent the holidays with my family. When Adam got out of work on Christmas Eve, we headed to church and then back to our house for dinner. My parents, brother, and sister joined us. We all drank too many Grinch drinks and played Qwirkle til late.</div>
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Although there are no kids in the family yet (everyone is waiting on me), my 23 year old sister still manages to wake us all up early Christmas morning for 7:30am gift opening. This year, we opened gifts at my parent's house, and since we slept at our own house, we got a 7am wake up call with Christmas music blaring into the phone. The rule is that everyone still must arrive in their pajamas. We arrived shortly after 7:30 for gift opening and a delicious Christmas brunch. We returned home to nap and get read for the day before heading back to my parent's for dinner. Once it got late, we went driving around looking at Christmas lights and then called it a night. </div>
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I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and was able to spend time with those they love over the holidays. We are so blessed to have so many wonderful people in our lives. And lucky for us, we get to celebrate with the Muszynski family all over again in a few days :)</div>
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It just wouldn't be right if I didn't show you the wreath I made this Christmas. I found some burlap ribbon at Hobby Lobby and fell in love. I decided to go with a forest green and accent with red chevron. I love the large bow hanging long. </div>
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When Adam and I first got our own place, we went with the cheapest everything when it came to Christmas decorations. We found stocking at Walmart for $5, and a matching tree skirt to go with it, so we thought we hit the jackpot.</div>
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Fast forward a few years and those ugly stockings had to go! I was determined to make my own stockings last year, but that never happened. So here I am this year with some new stockings I made myself, <i>finally</i>.</div>
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Since I made green and red chevron pillows and tree skirt last year, I decided to stay with the chevron theme. I already had the fabric, so this project cost me absolutely nothing.</div>
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First, I used our old stockings to trace. I found it easiest to fold the fabric so I could cut out both pieces at once. </div>
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Next, I cut out the fabric for the stocking. Instead of cutting right on the line, I went out about a half an inch to leave room for the seam. This worked out perfectly when it cam time to sew because I could just follow the line I traced.</div>
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Next, I sewed the outside edge of the stocking "flap" so there would be a smooth edge. </div>
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With all fabric facing down, I then lined up the flap and stocking to sew the edges together. When you do this, be sure the pieces of your stocking are facing outward so they are correct when you fold them.</div>
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With the flap fabric lifted up, fold the stocking so it is lined up and ready for sewing. Sew ONLY the stocking together, following your trace lines. DO NOT SEW THE FLAP. </div>
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Once the stocking portion is sewn, turn the stocking right side out. The flap should now be inside out. Sew the side edges of the flap together.</div>
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My first stocking took me quite a while to make. There were so many things to think about as far as how to sew it and in want order to be able to get the flap to fold down. Confession: I even threw a half completed stocking away because I messed up so bad. </div>
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I have an initial wall collage that hangs right inside the front door. It started with mostly neutral colors, but this past Spring/Summer I added some bright colors to it including bright bright, yellow and green. I decided to take down the colorful M's and add a little more red and green to it for Christmas. I LOVE the way it turned out!</div>
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I started by making a Holly Berry Initial.</div>
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I cut the holly berries off the stems and used hot glue to attach them to the M individually. I added some chevron burlap and made a bow. I hung it on the white knob where our yellow M usually hangs. This would also be a great wreath for the front door if you made it larger. </div>
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I found the red frame at hobby lobby, spray painted an M green, and added white fabric for the background. It was so simple, but very effective :)</div>
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Three simple M's that changed the look of the entire collage.</div>
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But, most of all, I feel like it changed the feel of the entire living room!</div>
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Melanie {Making it in the Mitten}http://www.blogger.com/profile/09150267177971538069noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6839962024670067781.post-30101547197163481272014-12-14T21:00:00.000-05:002014-12-14T22:09:02.983-05:00Motivational Monday: December 14th<div style="text-align: center;">
I have officially finished off my semester and have 4 weeks of vacation before school starts back up again! Bring on the DIY projects, because I am ready to craft like its my job! My husband is cruising along on my craft closet, and I am happy to say I found some baskets that I am crazy about to store all my stuff. I can't wait to share it all with you sometime after the holidays, but until then it will be full blown Christmas talk over here!<br />
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Last week, I shared with you my <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/12/christmas-home-tour.html" target="_blank">2014 Christmas Home Tour</a>, and I have to say I am so overwhelmed with all the love I have gotten from that post. I hope I was able to inspire some of you with all the red and green! I also have a week full of Christmas projects planned, so make sure to come back to see all the details of my holly berry initial, homemade stockings, and my initial wall!<br />
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Katie from <a href="http://littlehouseoffour.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Little House of Four</a> shared with us how to make <a href="http://littlehouseoffour.blogspot.com/2014/12/wooden-snowflakes-from-scrap-wood.html" target="_blank">Wooden Snowflakes from Scrap Wood</a>. This project turned out so cute, and I love the glitter! These snowflakes are perfect paired with some Christmas decor, or after Christmas when all the red and green is put away. </div>
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This cute <a href="http://typicallysimple.com/scrabble-tile-christmas-ornament/" target="_blank">Scrabble Tile Christmas Ornament</a> was made by Kelly from <a href="http://typicallysimple.com/" target="_blank">Typically Simple</a>. This makes me wish our last name wasn't so long, but I guess I could do this with our first names!</div>
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Today, I am sharing my CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR! Ahh, are you as excited as I am? I am thrilled to be joining in on the Holiday Home Tour fun hosted by Kendra from Joy In Our Home. The tour consists of myself and 18 other bloggers showing off our holiday decor throughout our home.</div>
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I get a little "holiday-happy" this time of year and go a bit crazy with my holiday decor. I try to make sure every room in our home is decorated for the holiday season, and this year was no exception. I have decided to let all the pictures do the talking for this tour, and trust me, there are plenty of them. I will post links to all DIY projects at the end of the post in case you're interested!</div>
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<a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2012/11/ornament-wreath.html" target="_blank">Ornament Wreath</a> - <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2012/12/floating-ornament-christmas-trees.html" target="_blank">Floating Ornament Trees</a> - <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2013/12/diy-ruffled-tree-skirt.html" target="_blank">Ruffled Tree Skirt</a> - <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2013/12/santas-beard-and-mustache.html" target="_blank">Santa Beard & Mustache</a> - <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2013/12/christmas-pillows.html" target="_blank">Christmas Pillows</a> - <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2012/12/christmas-wreath-frame.html" target="_blank">Christmas Wreath Frame</a> - <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/12/wood-pallet-christmas-tree.html" target="_blank">Wood Pallet Christmas Tree</a> - <a href="http://www.melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/08/wood-plank-coffee-table.html" target="_blank">Wood Plank Coffee Table</a> - <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2013/08/my-first-ever-furniture-makeover.html" target="_blank">TV Stand Makeover</a></div>
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<span style="color: #333333;"> 1. <a href="http://littlebrags.blogspot.com/2014/12/welcome-to-my-christmas-tour.html" style="color: #333333;" target="_blank">Little Brags</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333;">1. <a href="http://2beesinapod.com/2014/12/09/christmas-tour-vickis-home/" style="color: #333333;" target="_blank">2 Bees In A Pod</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333;">3.<a href="http://www.lovecreatecelebrate.com/red-gold-burlap-christmas-home-tour/" target="_blank"> Love Create Celebrate</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333;">2. <a href="http://www.curlycraftymom.com/2014/12/christmas-home-tour.html" style="color: #333333;" target="_blank">Curly Crafty Mom</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333;">1. <a href="http://blesserhouse.blogspot.com/2014/12/holiday-home-tour-2014-cozy-eclectic.html" target="_blank">Bless'er House</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333;">2. <a href="http://www.burlapandbabies.com/2014/12/christmas-home-tour.html" style="color: #333333;" target="_blank">Burlap & Babies</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333;">3. <a href="http://www.meetthebs.com/2014/12/christmas-home-tour.html" style="color: #333333;" target="_blank">Meet the Bs</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333;">4. <a href="http://www.posedperfection.com/2014/12/decking-halls-holiday-home-tour-2014.html" target="_blank">Posed Perfection</a></span></div>
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Melanie {Making it in the Mitten}http://www.blogger.com/profile/09150267177971538069noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6839962024670067781.post-49161085125786996992014-12-07T21:00:00.000-05:002014-12-07T21:05:59.702-05:00Motivational Monday: December 7th<div style="text-align: center;">
I would like to start this Motivational Monday post by giving a <i>HUGE congratulations</i> to Amanda from Burlap and Babies on her new addition, a beautiful baby girl, Clara! I have seen a few pictures and she is such a doll.<br />
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This past week flew by! The semester is finishing up (I'll be done Tuesday!) and I am beyond excited to have some more time to get some posts organized and posted. Even on top of all my schoolwork though, I did manage to share our <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/12/wood-pallet-christmas-tree.html" target="_blank">Wood Pallet Christmas Tree</a> that I am in love with! Adam got some pallets from work and has been dying to use them for a project.<br />
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Good Wednesday Morning everyone! Thanksgiving came and went and I am now up to my ears in Christmas ornaments, scattering them throughout the house in every bowl, vase, and lantern I can get my hands on. Tis the season, right?!</div>
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In the midst of all my indoor decorating, my husband stayed outside stringing the lights around each door and window. And when he finished that, he moved on to a new lawn ornament for the holidays. Adam has been wanting to do a pallet project for months now, and we finally decided on something we would both enjoy... a wood pallet Christmas tree. And we made it for a whopping $4! Inexpensive projects are truly my favorite ones!</div>
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Adam used a towel to brush on some white paint, making sure it looked a little weathered. Then, he stapled some Christmas lights onto in the shape of a tree and added a stump of wood as the trunk. Once that was finished, he put it up outside using to stakes and simply slid the pallet onto the stakes.</div>
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I hope everyone had a blessed Thanksgiving and a wonderful weekend with friends and family! And now that Thanksgiving is over, I am hoping to see even more Christmas projects in the next few weeks around here.<br />
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This past week, I shared some new coffee sleeves available in my Etsy shop, as well as my <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/11/top-five-favorite-christmas-projects.html" target="_blank">Top 5 Favorite Christmas Projects</a>.<br />
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Kendra from <a href="http://www.joyinourhome.com/" target="_blank">Joy in Our Home</a> shared her <a href="http://www.joyinourhome.com/laundry-room-reveal/" target="_blank">Laundry Room Reveal</a> with us this week! My favorite is the cubbies with the baskets inside. I am planning to redo my laundry room this winter, and will definitely be looking to her for some inspiration!</div>
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Kristi from <a href="http://www.makingitinthemountains.com/" target="_blank">Making It In The Mountains</a> shared 3 simple ways to make a <a href="http://www.makingitinthemountains.com/cozy-living-room/" target="_blank">Cozy Living Room</a>! I couldn't agree more with her, but I would add one more thing: CANDLES. Seeing her cozy living room made me want to curl up on the couch and watch a movie. </div>
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I can finally say it's the holiday season, and I jump for joy just thinking about it! In honor of <i>the most wonderful time of the year</i>, I am sharing some of my favorite Christmas projects I've made in the past!</div>
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I got bored with my plain-jane Christmas tree skirt, so I jazzed it up quite a bit last year with some red chevron fabric. It might be my absolute favorite Christmas project yet!</div>
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I love this bright red frame and dangling ornaments! I have yet to find the perfect spot for it this year, but this thing looks great no matter where I put it. I just can't bring myself to actually hang it on the front door, which is what I had intended to do when I created it.</div>
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This is a perfect of example of recreating a design to save some money. I saw similar trees at the stores a few years back, but couldn't bring myself to pay top dollar for them. I enlisted my handyman husband to help with this project, and love how they turned out! Measurements for how to make your own are even included in the post.</div>
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If you've been hanging around here a while, then you already know how I feel about M's. Now a SANTA "M," thats a whole other story! I made this baby last year to hang on the front door and I just can't get enough.</div>
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Last year, I was on a mission to replace my burlap rosette heart with something more fitting for the holiday season. This Santa beard and mustache did the trick! I covered a thin board with fabric and hot glued a red felt mustache and beard to it. So simple, yet makes such a statement :)</div>
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And that's the end of my top 5 favorite Christmas projects. I hope to be adding some more fun ones to the mix this year, so keep an eye out for them. </div>
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Melanie {Making it in the Mitten}http://www.blogger.com/profile/09150267177971538069noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6839962024670067781.post-73612133474685295822014-11-25T19:13:00.002-05:002014-11-25T19:13:42.729-05:00Etsy Shop: Crocheted Coffee Sleeves<div style="text-align: center;">
Well ladies, the holiday season is upon us and I could not be more excited!<br /><br />When considering putting up my Christmas stuff early, my husband responded with "Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday! Can't you just let me enjoy it?!" So unfortunately I have to wait until Friday to put out any of my Christmas decorations. What a grinch, right? (just kidding, I kind of tend to agree with him). </div>
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Instead, I will just write this post while watching my neighbors across the street put up their Christmas tree and listening to Christmas music.</div>
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Since the hubby's not home, he sure can't get upset. For all he knows I have yet to hear a Christmas song this season. :)</div>
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Anyways, since I have to wait until Friday to start anything Christmas related, I figured I'd share some of the new items available in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/MelaniesMarketplace" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a>, in case you were looking for some unique gift ideas. </div>
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First up, is my limited time only <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/202663693/limited-time-only-crocheted-santa-coffee?ref=shop_home_feat_3" target="_blank">Crocheted Santa Coffee Sleeve</a>.</div>
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Next is another new favorite, my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/212295281/crocheted-bow-coffee-sleeve-custom?ref=listing-shop-header-1" target="_blank">Crocheted Bow Coffee Sleeve</a>.</div>
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Last, but certainly not least is an oldie but goodie, my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/179388496/crocheted-heart-coffee-sleeve-custom?ref=listing-shop-header-0" target="_blank">Crocheted Heart Coffee Sleeve</a>.</div>
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If you are interested in purchasing any of these items, or just browsing my shop, you can check it out <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/MelaniesMarketplace" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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It's time for another week of Motivational Monday! I had so much fun last week going through some of the fabulous posts you all shared and I can't wait to see what everyone has been up to! If you have any craft, DIY, or home decor projects this link party is for you!<br />
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This past week, I was a part of a Thanksgiving Blog Hop and shared a <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/11/fabric-turkey-pillow-cover.html" target="_blank">fabric turkey pillow cover</a>. See my pillow and all the other wonderful projects and recipes <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/11/fabric-turkey-pillow-cover.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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I am loving all the wood plank projects I've seen all over lately, so it is no surprise that Kat's "<a href="http://www.homemadeinterest.com/2014/11/05/give-thanks-turkey-slat-sign/" target="_blank">Give Thanks" Turkey Slat Sign</a> caught my attention right away! Head on over to <a href="http://www.homemadeinterest.com/" target="_blank">Home.Made.Interest</a> to get the full details on how to make this project!</div>
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When I got invited to be a part of a Thanksgiving Blog Hop by Erin and Emily from Elizabeth Joan Designs, I immediately knew I wanted to attempt to create a turkey pillow! It's one of those projects that's been on my mind for quite some time now, but since I don't usually decorate specifically for Thanksgiving, I've never done it. </div>
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The thing I loved most about this project is that it cost me next to nothing to make, and I'm sure that would be the case if any of you wanted to create one as well. The only thing I had to purchase was the Heat N Bond which cost me $2.99. </div>
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To make the pillow cover, I used leftover drop cloth from my <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/01/diy-ruffled-curtains.html" target="_blank">ruffled curtains</a> I made a while back. You can see my tutorial on how I sewed the pillow cover <a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/2014/02/diy-pillow-sleeves.html" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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Using many different fabrics, I cut out the pieces of my turkey. Then I took the lazy route and used the Heat N Bond Ultrahold to stick the turkey pieces onto the pillow. I was definitely NOT about to use the sewing machine to sew on all those tiny pieces. In a matter of minutes, I had a new Thanksgiving inspired turkey pillow for my living room. </div>
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He's so stinking cute I can't even handle it.</div>
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Next year, I think it would be cool to use the same idea to make a larger version and hang it above my couch to replace my rosette burlap heart. But seriously, isn't he just the cutest little guy?</div>
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Isn't this <a href="http://thesweetestdigs.com/2014/10/29/pastel-blue-purple-nursery-sweet-meredith/" target="_blank">Blue and Purple Nursery</a> adorable?! Gemma from <a href="http://thesweetestdigs.com/" target="_blank">The Sweetest Digs</a> did a<i> great </i>job using nontraditional colors to make a whimsical space for her friends sweet babe. </div>
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It's been a while since we have made any improvements inside our home. Ever since we gave our home office a makeover, I have been wanting to also create a craft closet in that room. Lucky for me, I have a handy husband who was more than willing to build me said craft closet as a Christmas gift!</div>
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I've been scanning Pinterest and he's been "researching" the best way to put everything all together.</div>
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I feel like I should preface this by saying that I know nothing about building cool things, such as desks. I'm a crafter through and through, but don't ask me to use a saw, or a kreg jig... that's Adam's job. So, while I was doing homework all weekend, Adam was busy making me a built-in desk for a craft closet. Here's what he did:</div>
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First, he measured the closet to ensure a perfect fit. I didn't want anything slipping through gaps between the closet walls and the desk, so he cut everything to fit exactly. The closet measured 60 inches wide, 26 inches deep, and 50 inches tall (from the floor to the top opening of the closet). </div>
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He purchased white Melamine wood (that I requested) and used a 60 tooth blade to cut the wood smoothly. The desk ended up being 20 inches tall and 23.75 inches deep. He allowed 24 inches in the middle for me to put a chair, and then placed shelves on both sides of the desk, about 16.5 inches wide. I haven't quite decided how many shelves on want on each side, it will all depend on the baskets I find to put on the shelves. Currently, the shelf is smack dab in the middle, about 15 inches off the ground. </div>
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To put it all together, he anchored the exterior panels to the wall and into a stud. He then placed the shelf and the inside shelf walls. The last step was to add the top part of the desk.</div>
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And as simple as that, my craft closet has a work space! Easy for me to say, since I didn't do any of the work.</div>
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I love the way it's coming along so far. Now I just need to decide what to do with the rest of it. A peg board, a bulletin board, shelves? The possibilities are endless!</div>
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I am SO excited to have Gennie from <a href="http://newhomenewnamenewadventure.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">New Home, New Name, New Adventure</a> guest blogging today! I just recently found her blog and love reading her posts! When Gennie first told me she wanted to do a guest post about a no-sew table runner, I was pretty pumped, but when she sent me the final pictures, I was even more excited to show her off! If you've followed me for a while, you know I love everything burlap, so this project is right up my alley! So, without further ado, here's Gennie!</div>
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Hi everyone! First of all, a huge thanks to Melanie at Melanie Gets Married for letting me take over her blog for the day! It is one of my favorites to read, and she always has the best DIY projects! I'm Gennie, and I blog over at <a href="http://newhomenewnamenewadventure.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">New Home, New Name, New Adventure</a>. My blog is mostly about our adventures after moving to a new state, but I also share recipes and some of the DIY projects I complete, as well. Today, I'm excited to share with you an easy DIY project that will be perfect for the upcoming holidays: a No-Sew Burlap Table Runner.</div>
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1. Decide how long you would like the table runner to be. Most table runners hang off each end by 18 inches, but if you only want it to fill most of your table, that's great, too!</div>
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I love the look of it. Very rustic and perfect for a Thanksgiving table setting! If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at genlynne330@gmail.com. Thanks again to Melanie for having me post today!</div>
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I hope you enjoyed Gennie's post as much as I did! You can find plenty more of her beautiful creations and yummy recipes over at her <a href="http://newhomenewnamenewadventure.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">blog</a>, so make sure to stop by and show her some love!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I have another treat for you this week! <a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/p/about-me_21.html" target="_blank">Ericka</a> from <a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">This Crazy Thing Called Life</a> is joining us today for a little Q&A session. I don't really remember how I came across Ericka's blog, but I instantly felt like I could relate to her in so many ways: she was a newlywed, had just bought a house, has an adorable goldendoodle, AND was from Michigan. <a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">This Crazy Thing Called Life</a> is now one of those blogs on my must-read list! I hope you enjoy getting to know her as much as I have!</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">In a nutshell, what is your blog This Crazy Thing Called Life about?</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I started my blog when I was engaged and planning my <a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/p/the-wedding.html">wedding</a> as a way to keep friends and family updated, and as a way for me to look back on everything. My husband (then fiance) and I were also in the process of buying our first house, so I wanted to document that journey too. Now that I've been married for a little over a year, I blog about a little bit of everything: home/<a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/p/diy.html">diy</a> projects, our adorable Goldendoodle, <a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/p/receipes.html">recipes</a>, fitness, and everything else that comes up in our lives.</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Why did you start blogging and what inspires you to keep at it?</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As I said above, I started blogging to document our wedding planning and home buying journey. I fell in love with blogging and the community of amazing people that I had connected with, so I kept blogging after the wedding was over and the house was bought. </span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Describe yourself in three words.</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Fun, Driven, & Loving</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">List your five favorite blogs to read.</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Only listing five is hard, because there are so many that I love. Here are five of my daily reads:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://melaniegetsmarried.blogspot.com/">Melanie Gets Married</a> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">(duh! I love your blog!)</span></div>
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<a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-family: inherit;">iHeart Organizing</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.thesweetestthingblog.com/"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Sweetest Thing</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.lisalovesjohn.com/"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lisa loves John</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.classysassymrs.com/"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Classy & Sassy Mrs</span></a></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">List links to your three favorite blog posts that you have written and tell us why they are your favorite.</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/2013/06/saw-it-pinned-it-did-it-diy-wedding.html">Wedding Card Box</a> - This is one of my favorite DIY projects I've done. I love the way it turned out and it was perfect for our wedding!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/2014/08/master-bedroom-update-painted-trim.html">Master Bedroom Update: Painted Trim</a> - I'm currently trying to "finish" our Master Bedroom. Painting the trim white was a HUGE job, but it made such a major impact on the room. I love looking at the before and after photos in this post!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/2013/11/cinnamon-apple-chips.html">Cinnamon Apple Chips</a> - One of my favorite recipes because it's healthy and easy. It's perfect for fall.</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you could pick any career, with money being no object, what would your dream career be?</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I could go two ways with this. I've always wanted to work in an office for a professional sports team--either MLB or NFL. But now that I'm getting older and I've thought about having kids some day, I kind of like the idea of being a stay at home mom and maybe getting paid to write a blog :)</span></div>
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<span style="background-image: initial; background-repeat: initial; font-family: inherit;">Reading. I love to read, but I never set the time to do it. I usually read before bed, but I find that I'm so tired, I only read for about 15 minutes before I'm ready to fall asleep. I'd love to spend more time reading...especially on a beach!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I hope you'll take the time to swing byEricka's blog and check out some of the posts she mentioned above! I also think you'll really like her <a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/2014/05/crocheted-chevron-baby-blankets.html" target="_blank">Crocheted Chevron Baby Blankets</a> and her <a href="http://erickamarie87.blogspot.com/2013/03/saw-it-pinned-it-did-it-easter-egg.html" target="_blank">Easter Egg Wreath</a>. I know I'll for sure be checking out her cinnamon apple chips soon! </span></div>
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Another month, another wreath! </div>
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I'm noticing all my wreaths are starting to look the same. Ribbon or fabric wrapped around a wreath form with flowers or a bow off to one side. The thing is, I just can't seem to stop making them. They are quick, easy, and always turn out awesome! At this rate, I am making a new wreath every month, and that is perfectly fine with me.</div>
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Whenever I see cute fabric, I think one of two things "this would be GREAT for a wreath!" or "this would be great for some pillows!" I have been eyeing this black and white fabric for a while and I thought it would be perfect with some orange flowers for a Halloween wreath (and even bought an extra just in case I want to make some pillows).</div>
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Perhaps I'll try to switch things up a bit for my next wreath, but for now I hope you enjoyed this one!</div>
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