Monday, August 19, 2013

Make it Pretty Monday - Week 63

Hello World!  The Dedicated Daughter starts kindergarten next week.  So, this week I've got so much to finish up to get her all ready.  She's super excited!  I'll be sure to post pictures sometime next week of her first day.  

 Okay, the kittens will be 7 weeks tomorrow.  It is almost impossible to get a good shot of the active trio.  They have now discovered the stairs.  The chasing up and down has ensued.  

It's so easy to fall in love with each one of them.  

Okay, on to the party.  I think you will really like the features this week.  I completely enjoyed looking through the link-ups.  With that said, welcome to Week 63 of:

Make it Pretty Monday
My Favorite
Pretty Lisa shared some beautiful shots of the breathtaking seaside town of Harwich Port, Massachusetts on Cape Code.  To take the tour, walk on over to Helene's Legacy.

Make it Pretty Monday
Craft Queen
Pretty Linda has done it again!  Who wouldn't love getting this Thinking of You card made by Linda?  Scooch on over to 
Paper Seedlings to get the supply list and the instructions.   

Make it Pretty Monday
Shopping Queen
Pretty Christy...this lovely set did not look like this when she picked it up at a local thrift store for $85.00!  What a find and what a makeover!  Dash on over to 
Confessions of a Serial Diyer to see the before and more fantastic after pictures.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Furniture Transformation Queen
Pretty Andrea transformed this darling desk for her little daughter to have her very own little study corner.  You must pop on over to The Simple Craft Diaries to see the before picture and the inside. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Sewing Queen
Pretty Mary...I'm a sucker for a basket full of little pretties.  I adore the sweet fabric.  My daughter would be hanging these hearts on all of the doorknobs.  To see more of these pretties, skip on over to Redo 101.  

Make it Pretty Monday
Culinary Delight Queen
Pretty Vicki has been giving cooking lessons to her daughter.  This is just one of the dishes they whipped up.  Completely made me hungry.  Head on over to Life in My Empty Nest to get the recipe. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Dessert Queen
Pretty Parrish made these delectable Kit Kat Cookies.  I'm so making these!  Run on over to Life With the Crust Cut Off to get the recipe. 

Make it Pretty Monday
DIY Queen
Pretty Laura...I love this!  She shows us how to hang lanterns that can be easily changed out with the seasons or with our our moods.  Fly on over to Meaningful Spaces to see more details. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Tablescape Queen
Pretty Phyllis has got one more great Summer tablescape for us before we say goodbye to the season.  This time around, it's all about watermelon.  Pop on over to Around the House to see this pretty. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Home Decor Queen
Pretty Ellya has made some Anthro inspired pillows to spruce up her space.  Hop on over to Curiosita Ellya to see more of her fun pillows. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Summer Decor Queen
Pretty Donna has made her very own version of the Garden Hose Summer Wreath that has been all over Pinterest.  You can pay a visit to Donna and her wreath at 
As the Card Rack Turns.

Make it Pretty Monday
Gardening Queen
Pretty Laura, what a lovely garden you have.  Would be a great place to host an end of summer party!  To see all of her blooms, head on over to Cottage and Broome. 

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
Click here if you missed the Top 4 Fan Favorites from last week's party.  

Thanks for popping in to play!  Have a wonderful day and remember to be kind to one another!  Fear Not!

Toodles,
Kathryn


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44 comments:

  1. Phyllis @Around the HouseAugust 19, 2013 at 12:38 PM

    Thank you so much for featuring me on your post, I was looking at Sundays and couldn't figure it out duh, that is because it wasn't up yet...lol thanks again I love seeing all the featured posts, so fun...

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  2. Larissa ~ Prodigal PiecesAugust 19, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    Kit Kat cookies!! Kit Kat's are my childhood fav!! :oP Thank you for hosting, Kathryn.

    Larissa ~ Prodigal Pieces

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  3. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowAugust 19, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    Those kittens get cuter each week! :)

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  4. Jemma@athomewithjemmaAugust 19, 2013 at 12:43 PM

    Kathryn,
    Glad that your little break renewed your spirits and that the kittens and daughter are all doing well!!
    Thank you again for hosting!!
    Happy HUgs,
    Jemma

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  5. thepaintedapron.comAugust 19, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    Hi Kathryn, I can't imagine having 3 7 week old kittens running around! It's so much fun seeing them grow and I know they are helping to heal your heart,
    Jenna

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  6. PoppyAugust 19, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    Hi Kathryn,

    What a great variety of beautiful features! Thanks for hosting!

    Have a great week!

    Poppy

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  7. Christy JamesAugust 19, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    Thanks so much for including my dining table makeover with these pretty features!! You always have great picks:) XO

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  8. Vel CristeAugust 19, 2013 at 1:00 PM

    Thank you so much for hosting Kathryn!!!!

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  9. Poppy @ With a Dash of ColorAugust 19, 2013 at 1:00 PM

    Ah it's back to school time for us as well! All the best to your kindergartener, must be so very exciting! The kitties are getting adorable each time I see them, must be a lot of fun watching their antics:) Thanks for the party, Kathryn! Hugs, Poppy

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  10. Stone Cottage AdventuresAugust 19, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    Oh, those kittens! How sweet! Don't you love that garden hose wreath?! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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  11. AnnieAugust 19, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    Thank you for the party! I can see the kittens are growing!!

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  12. VintageMomAugust 19, 2013 at 1:10 PM

    Thanks so much for featuring my seaside cottage! Today I'm sharing a close-up look at the living room of said cottage :)

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  13. Life With The Crust Cut OffAugust 19, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    Thank you so much for featuring my Kit Kat Cookies and for hosting!!!!

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  14. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsAugust 19, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    Lovely features, Kathryn! Thanks for hosting and have a great week!

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  15. KathyAugust 19, 2013 at 1:26 PM

    Wonderful features, Kathryn! I am delighted to join your party this week,
    I appreciate you!
    Kathy

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  16. Cottage and BroomeAugust 19, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    Wow kindergarden for your daughter that is such a big step for both of you! I hope she loves it. Thank you so much for featuring my garden from last week, it is really appreciated! Laura

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  17. Rachel PaxtonAugust 19, 2013 at 1:42 PM

    Thanks so much for the party, Kathryn!

    Rachel @ Maison de Pax

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  18. LisaAugust 19, 2013 at 2:23 PM

    Best wishes for the little Kindergartener! And your kitten is adorable! Thanks for hosting another great party I finally made something besides food that I can share LOL. Have a wonderful week!

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  19. Nici @ Posed PerfectionAugust 19, 2013 at 2:34 PM

    Thanks for hosting, Kathryn! I could just squeeze those cute little kittens! Adorable. Hope your week is wonderful.
    Blessings,
    Nici

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  20. AnonymousAugust 19, 2013 at 2:57 PM

    Thanks for the feature, I put your button on my post! I'm in really good company, such amazing features! Today I posted about our busy weekend, baking, sewing, traveling. Thanks for hostessing!
    Mary

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  21. SarahAugust 19, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    Kathryn, your features are great. Thanks for hosting!
    Starting kindergarten is a big milestone. All the best to the enthusiastic student. '-)

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  22. Vicki @ lifeinmyemptynestAugust 19, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    Thanks so much for featuring my cooking lesson with my daughter - it's a great recipe :-)

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  23. Donna WilkesAugust 19, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    How hard is it to herd kitties? They are adorable. Thanks for hosting.

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  24. Kim August 19, 2013 at 6:09 PM

    What lovely features! Thanks so much for the party, it's always fun! :)

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  25. The Pin JunkieAugust 19, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    Thanks for hosting another great party this week! Many beautiful features! I love your kitty updates each week! Hope you have a great day!

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  26. CrystalAugust 19, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    Such cute kitties! Thanks for hosting the party! :-)

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  27. UnknownAugust 19, 2013 at 8:14 PM

    Fabulous features! Thank you so much for another great party! Have a wonderful week. :)
    Hugs
    Kathy

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  28. Linda KilsdonkAugust 19, 2013 at 8:28 PM

    Thank you, thank you, thank you for the honor of being featured this week! I am delighted! Smiles, Linda@www.paperseedlings.com

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  29. EileenAugust 19, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    Such wonderful features! And your kittens are adorable. Thanks so much for hosting.

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  30. Jo Coastal Home LoveAugust 19, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    Hi Kathryn :)
    Thanks so much for your fabulous hosting, Have a great week!
    Jo x

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  31. FABBY'S LIVINGAugust 19, 2013 at 10:35 PM

    Wow, so many great features! Thanks for the cool party dear Kathryn. Have a lovely week.
    FABBY

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  32. LyndaAugust 19, 2013 at 10:45 PM

    Thanks for hosting! Love the water hose wreath....very different.

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  33. UnknownAugust 19, 2013 at 11:22 PM

    Thank you for the fun Party!!

    Brooke
    startathome.blogspot.com

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  34. curiositaellyaAugust 19, 2013 at 11:48 PM

    Hi Kathryn.
    Thank you so much for featuring my Anthro pillow DIY. And thank you so much for the fun party! I see you next week or even sooner on Friday!
    Have a great Tuesday,
    Ellya

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  35. BetsyAugust 20, 2013 at 12:21 AM

    Thank you for hosting and great features. Those little kittens are so sweet.
    betsy

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  36. Being HomeAugust 20, 2013 at 5:31 AM

    Kaythyn, thank you so much for hosting. Have fun getting your little one ready for kindergarten. :) I am sure she will have a wonderful time and make some sweet friends. :)

    Have a beautiful week.

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  37. AndreaAugust 20, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    Thank you so much, pretty Kathryn, for featuring my desk!!!

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  38. Good Time CharlieAugust 20, 2013 at 9:50 AM

    Late to the party! Just got back in town. Thank you so much for hosting. Good luck with starting school, very exciting, but bittersweet time of life.

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  39. UnknownAugust 20, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    So happy to be back in the party again this week Kathryn. I've spent the past week moving from Blogger to WordPress and trying to figure things out. Ugh! Thank you for hosting and blessings to you, Patti

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  40. meaningfulspacesAugust 20, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    Katherine, thank you for the featuring my lanterns! Such a fun and inspiring party each week, your a great host!

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  41. AudreyAugust 20, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    Great features Katherine. Thanks for hosting such a fun party. I always appreciate your reminder via email.
    Blessings,
    Audrey Z. @ Timeless Treasures

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  42. UnknownAugust 21, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    So many great cute ideas! I loved that refurbished dining room set. Awesome! I am pretty much engrossed in getting four elementary aged kids back to school next week. Aside from our regular deep cleaning project we haven't done anything else. But it's always great to get inspired!

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  43. Rocio @ Casa HausAugust 21, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    Oh, I love so many projects! I loved the hose wreath, so creative!

    Thanks for hosting the party!

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  44. PJH DesignsAugust 21, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Hi Kathryn,

    Love the features this week. I finally have something to share. lol Have a great rest of the week.

    Hugs,
    Peggy~PJH Designs

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