Monday, September 17, 2012

Make it Pretty Monday - Week 15

Hello World!  It has been raining on and off today.  Just perfect!  I love nothing better than a rainy Sunday afternoon.  Hopefully, cooler temperatures will follow.  

Well, my pretties, last week we had the biggest party yet with 285 party goers!  You make me smile.  Falling into Fall with Week 15!


Make it Pretty Monday
Your Favorite - Most Views
Pretty Mary Alice gave us a little peek into her daughter's NYC apartment.  Oh, to live in the Big Apple in style!  To see the loveliness, pop on over to Chateau Chic.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Craft Queen
Pretty Babs at Upstairs Downstairs created this lovely Fall Project for her front door.  You will be amazed.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Shopping Queen
Pretty Shenita found some lovely treasures while out thrifting in Destin.  Pop on over to Embellishments by SLR to see them.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Furniture Transformation Queen
Pretty Megan put an antique glaze on a pair of dressers.  Visit 
Our Pinteresting Family to see them in their glory.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Sewing Queen
Pretty Kirstin made this too cute Plaid Flannel Dress with Bias Cut Pleated Ruffles.  The model and dress are just darling.  To see the dress, stop in for a visit at Craftiments.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Culinary Delight Queen
Pretty Debi at Life Currents shared her recipe for Grilled Swordfish Nachos.  Yummy!

Make it Pretty Monday
Dessert Queen
Pretty Jessica is tempting us with her Lion House Cherry Chocolate Cake.  To get the recipe, visit Jessica at Butter with a Side of Bread. 

Make it Pretty Monday
DIY Queen
Pretty Erin at Taking Time to Create walks us through the steps to make a Patchwork Headboard.  So fresh and pretty!  

Make it Pretty Monday
Tablescape Queen
Pretty Rosemary and Thyme shared this stunning tablescape!  Sighing!  To see this beauty, pop on over to Rosemary and Thyme. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Home Decor Queen
 Pretty Farmer's Daughter painted these lovely cabinets and styled them beautifully.  Visit The Country Farm Home to see more.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Gardening Queen
Pretty Liz has been busy sprucing up her pedestals and garden.  Visit Infuse with Liz to see the wonderment that is her garden.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Fall Decor Queen
Pretty Gail is showing off her Fabric Pumpkins.  Visit 
Gail's Decorative Touch to see them in all of their cuteness. 

Make it Pretty Monday
My Favorite
 Pretty Maria Elena at Our Home Away From Home is helping us get in the Fall spirit with her beautifully decorated mantel.  

Thank you so much for coming to the party and showing us all of your beautiful talent!  If you were featured, please grab a button for your blog. 

The Dedicated House

Here are a few guidelines to follow.

1. Link up anything Family friendly...DIY, decor, crafts, recipes, gardening, shopping finds, sewing, inspirational stories, and beautiful photography. 

2.  If you are participating in Make it Pretty Monday, be sure to link up your "permalink" post and not your general blog address. 

3.  No etsy shops, giveaways and no sponsor pages.  I might have a separate party for those when I see how well this one goes. 

4.  Please grab my button below, or have a link back to my blog so everyone can enjoy the party!  No Link Back, No Feature.  Boo.

5.  Please become a follower of The Dedicated House via Google Friend Connect or Linky Followers.

6.  Be sure to visit at least two of the other pretties at the party. Show them some love and let them know you popped in for a visit.  You know how we all love comments.  
MakeitPrettyMonday

I'm still working on the piece of furniture that I'm painting.  It's a very intricate piece.  Here's hoping I get it done soon.  Enjoy the party!  Wishing all a grand week and remember to be kind to one another.


Toodles, 
Kathryn



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42 comments:

  1. ANNESeptember 17, 2012 at 8:11 AM

    Pretty features!! Thanks for hosting and congrats on how your party is growing!!

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  2. The Farmers DaughterSeptember 17, 2012 at 8:16 AM

    What an honor to have our Farmhouse Cabinets featured! Thanks so much! I'm adding a link right now to my current post! All the features are wonderful!

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  3. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRSeptember 17, 2012 at 8:24 AM

    Kathryn, thanks so much for featuring my thrift find!! All of the features are wonderful! I look forward to this party each week. Thanks so much for hosting!

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  4. DiannSeptember 17, 2012 at 8:30 AM

    Lots of beautiful inspiration in these fetures! Thank you for hsoting an dhave a wonderful day!

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  5. ErinSeptember 17, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    Thanks so much for featuring my headboard and for the sweet compliments!

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  6. Nici @ Posed PerfectionSeptember 17, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting this week. I loved the features, especially those burlap pumpkins and the basket with book leaves. So pretty! Have a great week!
    Blessings,
    Nici

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  7. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsSeptember 17, 2012 at 9:05 AM

    Very pretty features, Kathryn! Thanks for hosting!

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  8. Helen's DecorSeptember 17, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    Kathryn, you make the reveal such fun to read and see! Great choices and I'm enjoying all of them very much. Thanks to you for taking the time you do to make us excited to see the reveal each week. Thanks, Helen

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  9. melissa @ daisymaebelle.comSeptember 17, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    Kathryn, Thanks so much for hosting! Life to the full, Melissa

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  10. UnknownSeptember 17, 2012 at 9:13 AM

    What great features - just love the Country Farm Home's kitchen cabinets - thanks so much for hosting a great party!
    Hope you have a wonderful week :)

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  11. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasSeptember 17, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Kathryn,
    Fantastic features this week!!

    Thanks so much for hosting!!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  12. AnnieSeptember 17, 2012 at 9:26 AM

    Thank you for the party! Great features to check out!

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  13. Katie DraneSeptember 17, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    Thanks for hosting Kathryn! Love all the features. Have a great week:)

    Katie
    www.funhomethings.com

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  14. Our Pinteresting FamilySeptember 17, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Thanks so much for the feature! How exciting! :) Thanks also for hosting this great party. Megan

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  15. Barbara F.September 17, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    Hi Kathryn, I think this is my first time partying with you. What a fabulous turnout you have every week. Thanks so much for hosting. xo

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  16. SayuriSeptember 17, 2012 at 10:59 AM

    Hi Kathryn, thank you for the invite to your great party!
    Wonderful features,that chocolate cake made me drool....lol

    Have a great week!!

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  17. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresSeptember 17, 2012 at 10:59 AM

    Great features! I especially love those painted kitchen cabinets. Thanks so much for hosting.

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  18. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenSeptember 17, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    Hi Kathryn, fun features, as always! Oops, I left out the "k" in my pumpkin wording on #25!! Thanks for hosting and have a great week!

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  19. Carlene @ Organized ClutterSeptember 17, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    Kathryn, congratulations on a successful party! It has grown!

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  20. KathySeptember 17, 2012 at 12:23 PM

    Hello Kathryn, wonderful party! I appreciate you hosting,
    Kathy

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  21. Judy at GoldCountryCottageSeptember 17, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    Hi Kathryn: This is a great party and thanks so much for hosting. I'm happy to join again this week..Happy Monday..Judy

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  22. SayuriSeptember 17, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    I forgot to mention that I'm now following you, I'd love it if you can do the same!

    Hugs:)

    http://vintagebreeze.blogspot.ca/

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  23. SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...PernillaSeptember 17, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    Thanks for hosting, Kathryn! Have a great week :)

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  24. Maria ElenaSeptember 17, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    Kathryn. thank you so very much for featuring my mantle! I am so honored you liked it!
    Love your party! Thank you so much for hosting each week!

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  25. GailSeptember 17, 2012 at 5:38 PM

    Kathryn, what an honored to be featured among fabulous features....Thanks! I've linked up again and hope you have a wonderful evening, Gail

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  26. Market Nine homeSeptember 17, 2012 at 5:47 PM

    Very inspiring features! Thanks so much for hosting!

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  27. BritniSeptember 17, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    Congrats on your party success! Hopefully this one is even bigger! Thanks so much for hosting :)

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  28. UnknownSeptember 17, 2012 at 6:06 PM

    Thank you so much for another great party! I love all the wonderful features. Hope you have a fantastic week. :)

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  29. Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageSeptember 17, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting! What lovely features. :)

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  30. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizSeptember 17, 2012 at 6:59 PM

    Sorry I'm so late to the party! Thank-you so much for including me in your features!
    You are rockin' it out with so many great people linking up!
    Thank-you again for featuring me!
    Liz

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  31. Vintage Street DesignsSeptember 17, 2012 at 8:19 PM

    Thank you for hosting! Looks like another fantastic party! Have a great week! :)

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  32. JoAnn SweetPepperRoseSeptember 17, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    Truly fantastic features! thanks for hosting!
    JoAnn

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  33. KarieSeptember 17, 2012 at 10:24 PM

    My first time joining your party. Beautiful features, and great ideas shown. Thanks again. Karie

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  34. Jodie FitzSeptember 17, 2012 at 10:40 PM

    Hi! Thanks for hosting...I"m adding up a link up page on my site this month & have added you to the list :)

    Have a great week ~ Jodie

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  35. PoppySeptember 18, 2012 at 3:29 AM

    Thanks for hosting Kathryn. Some very interesting features - as always.

    Popppy

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  36. CarolynSeptember 18, 2012 at 6:07 AM

    Thank you for hosting -there is lots of inspiration!

    Carolyn
    p.s. thanks also for visiting me and inviting me to join.

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  37. Debi at Life CurrentsSeptember 18, 2012 at 2:10 PM

    You totally made my day!!!! Thanks so much for featuring my swordfish nachos. (they were super yummy!) And, thanks for hosting each week, I know it must be so much work! Some days a little pick-me-up like this is just what the Dr. ordered! Thanks again, it means A LOT! :)

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  38. Mamal DianeSeptember 18, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    Thanks for visiting and inviting me over for the party. Your blog is lovely. I would love you to link to share something at my Tuesday linky party called The Gathering Spot. Have a wonderful evening. http://mamaldiane.com/the-gathering-spot-21/

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  39. Linda @ Life and LindaSeptember 18, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    Thank you for hosting your fabulous party. I see my friend Liz made it to a favorite. Fall is such a lovely time of year.

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  40. Simply SimplisticatedSeptember 19, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    Thank you very much for hosting this inspirational filled party!

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  41. UnknownSeptember 21, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    Thanks for inviting me to your party and thanks for hosting! I am a new follower!

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  42. Stan and Jody GabaraSeptember 22, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    Thanks for hosting a fun party. Love all the features!

    Jody

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