Monday, December 23, 2013

Make it Pretty Monday - Week 81

Hello World!  We are on the major countdown!  I know everyone is super busy, so I'll get right to it.  Welcome to Week 81 of:
Make it Pretty Monday
My Favorite
Pretty Karen, there is so much that I love about your Christmas decor!  It's sophisticated and fun!  Karen and her Christmas decor can be found at Redoux Interiors. 

  Make it Pretty Monday
Craft Queen
Pretty Maria shows us how to make our own Lined Christmas Envelopes.   I've got to do this for next year.  It's all about the details.  Scoot on over to A Homemade Living to get the scoop. 
  
Make it Pretty Monday
Shopping Queen 
Pretty Stephanie has got another Craig's List find for us.  The makeover is just gorgeous.  To see the before, take a walk on over to New Again. 
 
Make it Pretty Monday 
Furniture Transformation Queen
Pretty Lee used Chalk Paint to transform this sweet little table and is using it as a little Christmas tree stand.  Perfect.  Head on over to Lee Caroline to see more. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Sewing Queen
Pretty Roberta brought these adorable Holiday Hats to the party.  The stripes are so festive.  Run on over to A Little Bit of Everything to see more cuteness. 
 
Make it Pretty Monday
Culinary Delight Queen
Pretty Diane has got the perfect dish to warm us up...yummy Tilapia and Tomato Stew.  Dash on over to My Life as Robin's Wife to get the recipe.
  
Make it Pretty Monday
Dessert Queen
Pretty Rebecca's picture says it all.  All I have to say is, Oh Goodness!  Make a call on Living Better Together to get the recipe. 
 
Make it Pretty Monday
DIY Queen
Pretty Rachel and her friends made their own Christmas pillows using sharpies.  To view all of the fun and festive pillows, fly on over to 
Maison de Pax. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Tablescape Queen
Pretty Jamie shared with us two lovely French Christmas tablescapes.  You can check them both out at So Much Better with Age. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Home Decor Queen
Pretty Gretchen has got some beautiful vignettes scattered around her lovely farmhouse.  Run on over to New Every Morning to take the tour. 
 
Make it Pretty Monday
Christmas Decor Queen #1
Pretty Pinky shared her grandiose Christmas tree!  Love!  To see this wonder, pop on over to Designs by Pinky. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Christmas Decor Queen #2
Pretty Luisa's kitchen is all decked out for Christmas!  Such festivity.  Pop on over to Living and Learning with Luisa. 
 
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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 sponsor or advertising pages please.  
 
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.
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Click here if you missed yesterday's Sunday Showcase of the top 4 fan favorites.

And, Anything Blue Friday is still open.  Click here to head on over to that party to check out all of the holiday inspiration.

Sorry for the late start in the party, but I do thank you for popping in to play!  Enjoy your season and remember to be kind to one another!  Fear Not!

Toodles,
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33 comments:

  1. It has been a pleasure to join your parties this year...thank you so much for having me! Christmas blessings....Penny

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  2. I really like the painted furniture and to see what everyone does with chalk paint. Lots of cool distressing and color choices. I hope you have a very Blessed and Merry Christmas!

    Shannon ~ bohemianjunktion.com

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  3. Thank you so much for hosting. Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas.

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  4. Thank you for hosting, Kathryn, and Merry Christmas to you and your family.

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  5. Beautiful features, Kathryn! Thanks so much for hosting all through the year! Always lots of fun!

    Merry Christmas to you and yours!

    Poppy

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  6. Thank you so much for hosting my favorite party, sweet lady. Great features! Here to wish you a wonderful, happy and blessede C'mas to you and your dear family.
    xoxo
    FABBY

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  7. Thank you so much for hosting my French blog in your nice party.
    I wish you a Merry Christmas full of joy and happiness.
    xoxo from Paris
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  8. Thanks for the lovely features & for hosting & God bless!

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  9. Merry Christmas, Kathryn! Thank you for hosting every week and for all the fabulous features. Jane

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  10. Kathlyn, I hope you and your family has a wonderful holiday, Laura

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  11. Thank you SO much for the feature!!! I am so honored and thrilled!!! Thanks again for hosting too. Merry Christmas to you and your family!!!!

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  12. Kathryn, My head is spinning with all the beautiful Christmas decoration! Thanks for hosting and MERRY CHRISTMAS.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  13. Thanks for the party, Kathryn and a Merry Christmas to you and your family !

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  14. Thank you so much for featuring my Holiday Hats! Merry Christmas!

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  15. Thanks for the great party and for the feature! Merry Christmas!

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  16. Merry Christmas, Kathryn! Thanks for the party! :) Kim

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  17. Merry Christmas! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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  18. Hi lovely lady.
    Thanks so much for having your linky party for us.
    Merry Christmas
    Diane

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  19. Thank you so much for featuring my home! I am so honored. I hope you have a beautiful and very Merry Christmas with your family. Here's to a fabulous 2014!

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  20. Thank you for featuring my little chalk paint table :) and thank you for your comment on my latest post on Christmas inspiration which I have linked above. Unfortunately I am having a problem with Blogger and comments are not showing up on that post for some odd reason. I would appreciate if you could try again as I am not sure what else to do.

    Have a Merry Christmas and a good break

    Lee

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  21. Merry Christmas, Kathryn! Thanks for hosting and have a happy holiday! Seasons greetings from Australia♥ ~Pernilla

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  22. MERRY MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
    Jennelise xo

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  23. Thank you for hosting this beautiful party. Love it! Have a wonderful Christmas.

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  24. Wonderful features! Have a very Merry Christmas!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  25. Thank you for featuring my French tablescapes! Merry Christmas!
    Hugs,
    Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com

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  26. Hey there! So very glad that you enjoyed our merry kitchen! Thank you so much for featuring it. We wish you and yours a very, very merry Christmas!!

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  27. Kathryn, have a wonderful celebration tonight and tomorrow and thank you for hosting during this hectic time of year!
    JP

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  28. Really fantastic features Kathryn. This has just been the best year ever for Christmas inspiration. Thanks for hosting and big blessings to you, Patti

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  29. Thank you so much for featuring my pillows, Kathryn! I hope you had a beautiful and blessed Christmas!!!

    xoxo
    Rachel

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  30. Thank you for hosting this post, I like all your home decors . Very creative ideas...:-)

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