Monday, August 12, 2013

Make it Pretty Monday - Week 62

Hello World!  Thank you for all of the kind words regarding the passing of my dear friend, Kristin.  They were very appreciated.  However, another passing may happen this week.  Berlioz, our 17 year old cat is getting weaker and has quit eating and is not moving from her spot.  She is still drinking water.  I thought she would pass last night, but she seemed to rally a little this morning.  I'll keep you posted.  She's been such a sweet and lovely cat, but I know she's tired and ready to go.  

Now, onto the kitten update.  They will be 6 weeks old tomorrow.  They are running around the first floor of our house, but have yet to venture up the stairs.  I'm sure that will happen in the next couple of weeks once they discover them.  Here they are in all of their cuteness.  The baby gate is now a climbing apparatus.  

Oh, they are a ton of fun and very sweet as well.  They all three love to be held especially the black one.  We'll have them for another 6 weeks.  Little Cozette, the kitten in the middle will be staying with us.  The boys will be heading to my Mother-in-law's house.  

Okay, on with the party.  Welcome to Week 62 of:

Make it Pretty Monday
My Favorite
Pretty Kelly's porch is perfectly dreamy!  Kelly, you better be careful, I might just show up for some sweet tea on your porch!  To see this pretty spot, pop on over to 
Coastal Cottage Dreams. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Craft Queen
Pretty Laura crafted this lovely little gift for her sweet friend.  What pretty little whatnots she used.  Pay a visit to Sunday View to check it out. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Shopping Queen
Pretty Laurie found this great barn door at a recent antique market and has set it up in her studio.  So lovely.  Dash on over to Heaven's Walk for the barn door viewing. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Furniture Transformation Queen
Pretty Daena, I love this!  Such a great shape and beautiful color.  Hop on over to Bad Rabbit Vintage to see this marvel. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Sewing Queen
Pretty Kim made these way too cute little sewn "clean" and "dirty" signs for her dishwasher.  To see the "dirty" one, zip on over to Windsor and Main. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Culinary Delight Queen
Pretty Britney made this delectable looking Malibu Chicken Burger.  To get the recipe, scoot on over to 

Make it Pretty Monday
Dessert Queen
Pretty Shauna...oh sweet goodness!  Look at this:  White Chocolate Fudge with Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.  I think I will have to make this one for Christmas.  Whip on over to The Best Blog Recipes to get the recipe.

Make it Pretty Monday
DIY Queen
 Pretty Denise made this fantastic sign and shared the printable so that we could make our own.  Skip on over to Denise on a Whim to get your very own printable. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Tablescape Queen
Pretty Jenna knows how to set a beautiful table.  I love the different textures she uses on this lovely.  You can pay Jenna and her table a visit at The Painted Apron.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Home Decor Queen
Pretty Ingrid, gave us a tour of her newly updated kitchen and dining area.  There are so many lovely details that you really must pop on over to Now at Home Mom to take a look. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Summer Decor Queen
Pretty Poppy made this monogramed basket for her front door to display some Summer blooms.  Scooch on over to 
With a Dash of Color to get the tutorial.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Gardening Queen
Pretty Sarah gave us a tour of her beautiful Summer garden.  Walk on over to 
Hyacinths for the Soul to take the garden tour. 

If you were featured, please grab a feature button below. 
The Dedicated House
Here are a few guidelines to follow:

1. Link up anything Family friendly...DIY, decor, crafts, recipes, gardening, shopping finds, sewing, furniture transformations. 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.

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.
The Dedicated House
If you missed the Top 4 Fan Favorites, they can be found here. You will really want to check them out, because they are spectacular!

Anything Blue Friday is still live if you want to come over and play or just poke around at some of our favorite blogs for blue inspiration.  Click here to head to the blue soiree. 

Have a lovely day and remember to be kind to one another!  
Fear Not!

Toodles,
Kathryn


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48 comments:

  1. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeAugust 12, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting, Kathryn!

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  2. Larissa ~ Prodigal PiecesAugust 12, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Ooh! Drooling over the barn door!! Thank you for hosting, Kathryn. :o)

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  3. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    Hi, thanks for the party! Hope your week is fabulous! See you next time!
    Phyllis@grandparentsplus.com

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  4. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasAugust 12, 2013 at 8:15 AM

    Kathryn,
    Thanks so much for being featured on the Sunday Showcase!! I will be giving you a Shout out in my post that will be out tomorrow...And thanks for hosting!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  5. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsAugust 12, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    Thanks for hosting, Kathryn! Have a great week!

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  6. thepaintedapron.comAugust 12, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    Thank you so much for the feature Kathryn, among so many pretties!! I am also so thrilled to know all the adorable kitties will be staying in family~and so sad about your elderly kitty, saying goodbye to a dear pet is so so so hard~
    Jenna

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  7. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRAugust 12, 2013 at 8:25 AM

    Kathryn, what lovely features!! Glad to link up!!!

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  8. AnonymousAugust 12, 2013 at 8:34 AM

    I love your kitties!!! So cute, I used to always have kittens growing up on the farm and I loved each one. Re: the featured porch, oh my goodness!!! Love the color, I'd sit there all summer if it were mine. I linked up my little sewn hearts - thanks for hostessing!

    Mary

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  9. Jeannie MarieAugust 12, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    The kittens are so sweet! I'm your newest follower! Hope you can come on over and visit :)))

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  10. Lisa The Modern StitcherAugust 12, 2013 at 9:03 AM

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  11. Ivy and ElephantsAugust 12, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting, always a pleasure!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  12. Vel CristeAugust 12, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    Thanks for hosting Kathryn! Have a great week!

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  13. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowAugust 12, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    Those kittens are adorable !

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  14. FABBY'S LIVINGAugust 12, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    Great features this week! Thanks for this terrific party sweet lady. Have a wonderful week.
    FABBY

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  15. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    I feel honored to be included in such lovely features this week! That red dresser is ah-mazing! and, of course, I'm in love with the turquoise porch. Gonna go and give them a better look now. Thanks for hosting, Kathryn!

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  16. AnnieAugust 12, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Thank you for the party!
    I am so sorry to hear about your cat. I had to say good-bye to one of ours last year, and that was pain. Still cannot help crying when I think of him. Hope your cute kitties will help you ease your pain.

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  17. Good Time CharlieAugust 12, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    I am so sorry about your cat! Saying goodbye to any living creature that we love is hard. Thank you for sharing the beautiful projects. -K

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  18. CeciliaAugust 12, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    Thank you for hosting! Love the features!

    I am sorry about your cat...it is so hard to lose a pet even if they are old and ready to go. I lost one of mine - she was 15. The kittens are adorable. I hope the one you keep will help ease the pain of losing the other.

    Hugs,
    Cecilia

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  19. SarahAugust 12, 2013 at 10:14 AM

    Kathryn, sorry to hear the news about Berlioz. I hope she improves.
    Thank for the featuring my summer garden. I feel honored to be among these beautiful featured posts.
    ~ Sarah

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  20. Rose @ Walnut AcreAugust 12, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    Thank you so much for hosting :-)

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  21. Leslie HarrisAugust 12, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    It's so sad about Berlioz, I hope things get better. Thank you for such a lovely party Kathryn.

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  22. AnonymousAugust 12, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    Hi Kathy! Oh, that kitchen! Fun party and thank you for hosting.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia;)

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  23. Rachel PaxtonAugust 12, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    Thanks for the party, Kathryn. Have a great week!

    Rachel @ Maison de Pax

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  24. TrishaAugust 12, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    Thanks for hosting!

    ~Trisha

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  25. Poppy @ With a Dash of ColorAugust 12, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    So Sorry to hear about your friend,Kathryn! She was a beautiful young woman, always so hard to lose a loved one. My thoughts and prayers with you and Kristin's family. I'm thrilled to be a part of these awesome features:)I won't be able to join your wonderful party this week as I just got back from New York City but I'll be back partying next week! I'm so glad to know all the cute kitties will stay in the family:)It's sad to know about Berlioz....very hard to say goodbye to a dear pet! Thanks again for the feature! Big hugs,Poppy

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  26. Nici @ Posed PerfectionAugust 12, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Thanks for hosting! Love the features and your little kitties melt my heart ;-) So sweet. Have a great week.
    Blessings,
    Nici

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  27. Cottage and BroomeAugust 12, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    So sorry to hear about your friend Kristin, will keep her family in my prayers. Your new kitties are very cute. Thank you so much for hosting, Laura

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  28. Home Chic ClubAugust 12, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    Lovely party Kathryn! Thanks for hosting! Beautiful kitties! :)
    Have a great week!
    Blessings and hugs,
    Vesna

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  29. PoppyAugust 12, 2013 at 12:28 PM

    Hi Kathryn,

    Wow! Beautiful features this week (as usual!). Loved your favourite, so fresh and welcoming and summery!

    Thanks for hosting!

    Poppy

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  30. Laurie CollettAugust 12, 2013 at 12:58 PM

    So sorry to hear about your cat. Thanks for the great features & for hosting & God bless!

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  31. andi filanteAugust 12, 2013 at 1:06 PM

    I'm so sorry about Berlioz..but KITTIES!! I just discovered I have my very first grandkitty. My son got a sweet little baby girl and named her Winifred. :)

    -andi

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  32. Meredith @ The Laundry Can WaitAugust 12, 2013 at 1:16 PM

    Sorry to hear about your friend. I'll be saying prayers. And it's never easy to watch your pets fade away...Poor Berlioz! Goodness, there's a lot of sadness right now. :( Keep the faith, and your readers will be lifting you up!

    Thanks for hosting.

    XOXO,
    Meredith

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  33. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    so sorry to hear of loss. I cannot even imagine, so close to my dog. Prayers for you.
    Karen

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  34. Aimee at Refresh-Renew...August 12, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    Thank you for hosting...I am so sorry for the mix of emotions...so much loss..I hope the youth of life with the kittens can help you through it all...-aimee

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  35. KathyAugust 12, 2013 at 2:41 PM

    Hello Kathryn, I am sorry about the loss of your friend and about Berlioz, I know how you may feel. Praying for you and appreciate you keeping up the party - have a blessed week,
    Kathy

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  36. SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...PernillaAugust 12, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    So sorry to hear about your cat, Kathryn! Thanks for hosting :) Greetings from Australia♥ ~Pernilla

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  37. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 3:54 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting and for the feature! It's always fun to see what you share here!

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  38. Donna WilkesAugust 12, 2013 at 4:05 PM

    Thank you for hosting - great links!

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  39. Heaven's WalkAugust 12, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    Oh Kathryn...my sweet little Sophie is now 18 y/o, and is doing amazingly well for such an old lady. I think that the age of our cats tells a lot on how much they were loved over the years. :) What fun you have to look forward to having a kitten in your household now, though. Lots of laughs for sure. :)

    Thank you for including my barn door in your features this week! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  40. http://decoratedchaos.blogspot.comAugust 12, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    Thanks for hosting the party! Love the features this week.

    Jennifer @ Decorated Chaos
    http://decoratedchaos.blogspot.com

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  41. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 5:54 PM

    Thank you so much for hosting another great party this week and for featuring my White Chocolate Reese's PB Fudge Bites! I've added your button and a link back to this post on my "Where I've Been Featured" page :)

    Thanks,
    Shauna
    http://thebestblogrecipes.com/

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  42. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 7:46 PM

    Thank you so much for hosting! Have a wonderful week. :)
    Hugs
    Kathy

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  43. Laura TurnerAugust 12, 2013 at 8:58 PM

    I was SOOOOO excited to see your message that you had featured my little Starbucks cup treat! Thank you so much! Getting featured on your blog has been a little goal of mine. (tee hee!) Thank you again!
    Laura

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  44. curiositaellyaAugust 12, 2013 at 9:53 PM

    Thank you so much for the party Kathryn!
    Have a beautiful day,
    Ellya

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  45. Jemma@athomewithjemmaAugust 13, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    Kathryn
    Thank you bunches for hosting-such beautiful features!
    Happy Hugs,
    Jemma

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  46. Sunflowers With SmilesAugust 13, 2013 at 5:02 PM

    Thanks for the feature Kathryn! Always enjoy your party!

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  47. AnonymousAugust 13, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    Hi, Kathryn! Blessings to you and thanks again for hosting! Love to check out the goodies everyone is showing off here - so much "scope for the imagination" as Anne Shirley would say . . .
    Joy!
    Kathy

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  48. Helen's DecorAugust 13, 2013 at 11:46 PM

    Hi Kathryn, Thanks for hosting this fun party. Looks like the birthday party was great fun, too.

    Cheers,
    Helen

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