Monday, February 4, 2013

Make it Pretty Monday - Week 35

Hello World!  Did everyone have a good weekend?  I got some serious cleaning and laundry done...thank goodness.  Last week we had such a nice turnout at the party.  And, the features!  Oh, my, the features!  Just wait till you see them.  Amazing!  You are all so talented.  
So, let's get started with Week 35 of:

Make it Pretty Monday
Your Favorite - Most Views
Pretty Kathy made these little risers to add height to some of her pretties in her cabinet.  I will definitely be using this idea in the future.  To see how she did it, head on over to 
Creative Home Expressions.  

 Make it Pretty Monday
Craft Queen
Pretty Jen saw an inspiration picture from Pottery Barn and then got to work creating her very own mobile.  To get the tutorial and to see more fabulous pictures, scoot on over to 
Girl in the Garage.  

 Make it Pretty Monday
Shopping Queen
Pretty Jennifer scored this rug for $10.00!  We've all seen these lovely rugs all over at our favorite shopping haunts for quite a pretty penny.  Head on over to Decorated Chaos to see where she found her extraordinary deal.  

 Make it Pretty Monday
Furniture Transformation Queen
Pretty Patricia did an amazing job restoring this dresser and mirror. You must go and see the before and the surprise she painted on the sides of the dresser.  Patricia and her dresser can be found at 
Old Things New. 

 Make it Pretty Monday
Sewing Queen
 Pretty Crystelle made this ever so pretty apron for her sweet friend Lisa who moved away.  Never to replace a friend, but maybe to soothe the pain a bit, Crystelle's "Lisa Apron" was published in Apronology; a magazine all about aprons.  So, head on over to Crystelle Boutique and give her a big 'At a Girl!  I'm sure Lisa is proud of her dear friend. 

 Make it Pretty Monday
Culinary Delight Queen
Pretty Cathy is ready to warm us up with her 
Fire Roasted Tomato - Red Pepper Soup.  Seriously, doesn't this picture just make you immediately hungry?  To get the recipe, pay a visit to Lemon Tree Dwelling.   

 Make it Pretty Monday 
Dessert Queen
Pretty Evelyn threw her hat in the ring and entered her Carmel Pear and Pecan Glaze over Cheesecake into the fun Get Your Chef On competition.  The ingredient that must be used was pears.  Head on over to My Turn for Us to get Evelyn's delish recipe.  

 Make it Pretty Monday
DIY Queen
Pretty Melinda has been a busy little bee fitting out her dress form. To view the transformation, pop on over to 
The Reafeathered Roost.

 Make it Pretty Monday
Tablescape Queen
 Pretty Jeanette has set the table with some really lovely items.  You must go visit and take a look as some of her close up shots of her linens.  The details are so pretty.  Jeanette can be found at Creating a Life. 

 Make it Pretty Monday
Home Decor Queen
Pretty Darlene...Oh My Word!  Darlene and her hubby, Nick transformed her kitchen into what you see now.  You will not believe what it looked like before.  Scoot on over to My Honey Bunch to see the process and be ready to be amazed!

 Make it Pretty Monday
Valentine Decor Queen
Pretty Angela has decked out her mantel for Valentine's Day.  I love the turquoise touches.  Pop on over to Hickory Trail to see all the pretty nuances. 

 Make it Pretty Monday
My Favorite
 Pretty Andie transformed this quaint Craigslist breakfast table and chairs into the beauties you see.  Head on over to Divine Theatre to check out the before and to view more stunning pictures.  

 See what I mean?  Amazing features!
If you were featured, please grab a feature 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
***My Valentine's Giveaway is open until Wednesday night.  Here is the link if you want to throw your hat in the ring. Click here to go to the giveaway.***

Thank you for coming to the party and sorry I got it up late today.  Have a pretty week and remember to be kind to one another!  
Fear Not!

Toodles,
Kathryn


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55 comments:

  1. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasFebruary 4, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting . I linked up my V Day trees!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  2. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsFebruary 4, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Thanks very much for the feature of my cabinet risers, Kathryn! All of the features are pretty amazing. Have a great week!

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  3. UnknownFebruary 4, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Kathryn - I was so excited to open up your blog this morning to find that you featured my little dresser. You make my heart sing! A big thank you to you along with hugs, Patti :) OldThingsNew

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  4. Jen @ Girl in the GarageFebruary 4, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Kathryn, thanks for hosting and for featuring my Valentine's Day mobile. I agree- lots of gorgeous features this week! Hope you have a terrific week. :)

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  5. angela hodges abodeFebruary 4, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    Thank you so much for the feature. :)

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  6. Cottage and BroomeFebruary 4, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    I love that valentine mobile, so colorful!! Thanks for hosting again this week, Laura

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  7. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenFebruary 4, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    Thanks for sharing all the pretty features and for hosting, Kathryn! Have a wonderful week.

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  8. Ivy, Phyllis and Me!February 4, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    Good Afternoon Kathryn, Thank you for hosting Make it Pretty Monday. I love browsing through the blogs that link to your party. The fabulous thing is, I have found some lovely new friends aswell.
    Have a lovely day today.
    Best Wishes
    Daphne

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  9. ~ DarleneFebruary 4, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Thanks for hosting another week and THANK YOU for the beautiful feature of our kitchen that Nick worked so hard on!!

    xo,
    Darlene

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  10. Good Time CharlieFebruary 4, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    So many lovely features! Really pretty dresser. Have a beautiful week. -K

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  11. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeFebruary 4, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    Thanks for hosting, have a great week!

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  12. AnnieFebruary 4, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    Thank you for another pretty party! Have a lovely week!

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  13. Jennifer @ Decorated ChaosFebruary 4, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    Thank you for the feature and for hosting the party. I look forward to linking up every week!

    Have a wonderful day!

    Jennifer

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  14. UnknownFebruary 4, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    Hi Kathryn,
    Thanks for featuring my Fire Roasted Tomato-Red Pepper Soup! Any way you can get the picture up and running...?

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  15. Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageFebruary 4, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting! Have a fabulous week!

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  16. Barbara F.February 4, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    Great features! Thanks for hosting. xo

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Kathryn,
    Thank you so much for the feature! So many pretty and creative projects and features out there this week. You brightened my day! I'm literally knee deep in books trying to redo and freshen up a bookcase in our living room so this was a great surprise.
    melinda

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  18. Sunflowers With SmilesFebruary 4, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Thanks for hosting! What great features!

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  19. Lyuba @ Will Cook For SmilesFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting! Have a sweet week :)

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  20. Meredith @ The Laundry Can WaitFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    Thanks for hosting!

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  21. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    Love your features, so much inspiration here. Thanks so much for hosting.

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  22. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    Thank you so much for hosting, Kathryn! Have a wonderful week!

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  23. UnknownFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    Thanks for hosting, such great projects! I can't believe the deal on the rug!!

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  24. Deborah@Green Willow PondFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:09 AM

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

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  25. The French HutchFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    Kathryn, such inspiring features from last week. Thanks for hosting. Have a great week.

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  26. Something Nice and PrettyFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    Beautiful features Kathryn! Thanks for hosting!

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  27. jpFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    Kathyrn....thank you for hosting and allowing me to share my Fireside Romance tablescape this week. I am looking forward to checking out the great features and party links. Have a great week!
    Hugs,'Janet

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  28. FABBY'S LIVINGFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Great features Kathryn! Thank you for hosting this fun party, I'm so happy to be here. Enjoy your week.
    FABBY

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  29. DFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    Thank you for hosting. Love the Valentine theme linkys.

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  30. Jeannie and LindaFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:55 AM

    Kathryn,, Thanks for hosting another great party! Great picks from last week.
    Have a beautiful, blessed day!

    Linda and Jeannie at The French Hens Nest

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  31. Kim of Mo BettaFebruary 4, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Thanks for hosting! I guess you wouldn't want to come clean my house?!

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  32. Miss KittyFebruary 4, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    Hi Kathryn! Gosh, you are RIGHT...so many great entries from last week...just amazing features that you chose. Thanks for doing that...I missed some of those from last week.

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  33. Jeanette@Creating a Life StudioFebruary 4, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    Thank you for the feature, Kathryn! I just linked up my mantel :) Thank you for hosting!

    Jeanette @ Creating A Life

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  34. Home Chic ClubFebruary 4, 2013 at 12:47 PM

    Thanks for hosting this beautiful party Kathryn!! Have a lovelely day!
    Blessings,
    Vesna

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  35. GenevaFebruary 4, 2013 at 12:49 PM

    Another fabulous party ... and great features! Thank you so much for bringing us all together !!!
    Blessings!
    Geneva

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  36. Debra HowardFebruary 4, 2013 at 1:25 PM

    Thank you so much for hosting another great party. Blessings to you this week!
    Debbie

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  37. Diana of Diana RamblesFebruary 4, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    Thanks for the party!!

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  38. Cranberry MorningFebruary 4, 2013 at 2:10 PM

    Thank you so much for hosting! Isn't that Valentine mobile darling!!

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  39. Being HomeFebruary 4, 2013 at 3:03 PM

    Kathyrn, thank you for hosting another fabulous party! Is it just me, or is this party getting bigger and BIGGER? lol :) Love the features!

    Have a fun week! :)

    Julie

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  40. Crystelle BoutiqueFebruary 4, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    Aren't you the sweetest thing EVER! You are so clever with words... I am just speechless. You made my apron sound more awesome than I ever thought possible.... Thanks so much for the feature; You're the best....

    hugs x
    Crystelle

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  41. Rasmussen FamilyFebruary 4, 2013 at 3:12 PM

    thanks for hosting. have a great week

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  42. UnknownFebruary 4, 2013 at 5:26 PM

    Okay, I love the Valentine's heart mobile feature! Thanks for having us! I am your newest likes on facebook, following via my blog's page and my personal page! I would squeal (ekkk!) if you like me back Kathryn!
    Beth @ The First Year Blog

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  43. Linda @ Life and LindaFebruary 4, 2013 at 5:33 PM

    Thanks for hosting. Very clever features. I am off to check them out.

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  44. Peggy~PJH DesignsFebruary 4, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    Love the features this week. Thanks so much for hosting. Have a wonderful week. Hugs, Peggy

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  45. Jemma@athomewithjemmaFebruary 4, 2013 at 9:33 PM

    Your blog is just so delightful! I am a new follower and joined your party tonight! Thank you so much!!

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  46. Ambreen (Simply Sweet n Savory)February 5, 2013 at 4:50 AM

    Thank you Kathryn for hosting. Lovely features! Have a wonderful week!

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  47. LorenaFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:20 AM

    Thank you very much for hosting another great party! Have a nice week!

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  48. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:28 AM

    Thank you for hosting! The features are amazing!

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  49. must love junkFebruary 5, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    What a fantastic party! Thanks for hosting :)
    Susan

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  50. SayuriFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:30 PM

    Love that mobile!!

    Thank you for hosting:)

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  51. Treat and TrickFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:49 PM

    Lovely features! Thanks for the party!

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  52. Shabby MarilynFebruary 5, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    Great features, thanks for hosting how fun!

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  53. Laurie CollettFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:23 PM

    Thanks for the lovely features & for hosting! I'm a new follower & would love it if you'd consider following me back at http://savedbygracebiblestudy.blogspot.com/
    God bless,
    Laurie

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  54. J9sHappinessFebruary 6, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    Hi there, am joining in for the first time and have become your newest follower! Thanks for hosting, J9 x

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  55. UnknownFebruary 7, 2013 at 1:12 PM

    What a lovely party, thank you for hosting.

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