Monday, January 18, 2016

Make it Pretty Monday - Week 165

Hello World!  So we are halfway through January.  How are you coming on your resolutions or goals?  I'm making headway.  I've lost 6 pounds so far, and am making progress on the half bath paint job.  Yes, I decided I wanted to lose weight and have put a plan in place.  So far so good.  

Before we get to the party, I want to show you what I've been up to.

Of course, like almost every other blogger under the sun, I did a post dedicated to the Top 10 Posts of 2015.
To see my 2015 look back, click here.

I finally gave you sweets a tour of my kitchen.  I know, it's about time, right?
Click here to take the tour.

Last week, I shared my Start Planner Review.
Click here to check out the goods on this great planner.

Next, The Dedicated House has her very own app!  Yeppers, that's right.
To see about getting a free android app for your blog, click here.

And, lastly, a little Sponsor Love at The Dedicated House. 
To check out who are the great sponsors for my sweet blog, click here.

Welcome to Week 165 of:
Make it Pretty Monday
My Favorite
Pretty Lori at Dining Delight shared such a lovely Winter Display in a Tray vignette!  Gorgeous!

Make it Pretty Monday
Craft Queen
Pretty Betty created such a lovely wreath to welcome the New Year!  Fly on over to My Cozy Corner to check it out.

Make it Pretty Monday
Shopping Queen
What a pleasant haul pretty Debby came away with on a recent shopping trip!  Pop on over to Debby Goes Shabby to see more of the pretties.

Make it Pretty Monday
Furniture Transformation Queen
Oh, goodness!  I love this lingerie chest that pretty Kandice transformed!  Wander on over to Just the Woods to see the before.

Make it Pretty Monday
Sewing Queen
Pretty Kelley gets the smarty pants award for her Jeans Leg Scarf!!  To get the tutorial, zip on over to Trekkie Mom.

Make it Pretty Monday
Culinary Delight Queen
Pretty Meg has got the dish that will chase away the winter chills and warm us up from the inside out:  Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup!  Delectable!  Jet on over to a Pinch of Nutmeg to get the recipe. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Dessert Queen
I love puddings or custards, so this Vanilla Pudding with Almond Cookie Crumble that pretty Madonna shared really caught my eye!  Yummy!  Dash on over to Make Mine Lemon to get the recipe. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Tablescape Queen
Pretty Sandra's Winter Blue Tablescape is so bright and lovely!  Waltz on over to Sweet Sensations to view all of the details.

Make it Pretty Monday
DIY Queen
You must pay Lilly's Home Designs a visit to see the amazing transformation pretty Lilly tackled!  You will be shocked at the before. 

Make it Pretty Monday
Home Decor Queen
The Master Bedroom reveal that Brian & Kaylor shared is such an a wonderful transformation!  You must pay the a visit to see all of the stages.

If you were featured, please grab a feature button below:
The Dedicated House
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Party Guidelines:
1. Link up anything Family friendly...DIY, decor, crafts, recipes, gardening, shopping finds, sewing, furniture transformations, tablescapes, inspirational stories, and beautiful photography.

2.  No sponsor or advertising pages please.

3.  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.

4.  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
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Click the links below for any posts you may have missed:

The Sunday Showcase from MIP Monday
Sponsor Love at The Dedicated House
Android App for The Dedicated House
Start Planner Review
Renovated Kitchen at The Dedicated House
Top 10 Posts of 2015

Enjoy the party and your evening!  Go with God and remember to be kind to one another!

Toodles,
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39 comments:

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    1. Glad to have you here, Katie. Happy week to you! Toodles, Kathryn

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  2. happy new year kathryn! thanks for hosting. xo- maryjo
    https://masterpiecesofmylife.com

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    1. Happy New Year, MaryJo! Thanks for joining me! Toodles, Kathryn

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  3. Kathryn

    Thank you for featuring my shabby finds and for the party each week. I'm an apple user can I get an app?

    Debby

    DebbyGoesShabby.blogspot.com

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    1. You are very welcome! You can contact Amy about an Apple app...I'm not sure about the cost for that. However, you could get an android app to start with. All updates you would make to the app are done on the computer. Email me if you need anymore information! Happy week to you. Toodles, Kathryn

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  4. So fun to see my Winter Display in a Tray post featured here! Thank you so much for highlighting it and for hosting this terrific party!

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  5. Hi Kathryn,
    Thank you for featuring my New Year's Winter Wreath. I love your blog and love to party with you.
    Joyously,
    Betty

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    1. You are very welcome, Betty! Always happy to see you. Toodles, Kathryn

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  6. Thank you for the feature and for hosting! I think its so cool that you have your own app! :)

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    1. Thanks, Kandice! It's really been a lot of fun venturing into the app world. Toodles, Kathryn

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  7. Thank you for hosting this fun party! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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  8. Hello beautiful Kathryn! Hope your week is off to a good start! Thanks for being such a great hostess!

    Kisses, Lynn

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    1. Happy to see you, Lynn! Hope you're having a lovely week. Toodles, Kathryn

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  9. Hi Kathryn - Congratulations on all of your accomplishments and wishing you a wonderful week! Hugs, Holly

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  10. I just love all your features and thanks so much for the awesome party!
    Miz Helen

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    1. Thanks for joining me! Happy week to you! Toodles, Kathryn

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  11. Kathryn, thank you for the party!!! Have a great week!!!

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  12. Thank you so much for hosting Kathryn! Wishing you a wonderful week!
    XO Barbara

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  13. Thanks for hosting. Have a fabulous week. Cathy

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  14. Kathryn,
    I adore seeing what other bloggers have done throughout the year!!!
    Looking back sometimes helps me to move forward!!!
    Amazing news of your 2016 progress, dear friend!!!
    Spectacular featured guests!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  15. Wow, Kathryn, what a lineup of features! I got lost for a good chunk of time in yours and those of the other bloggers' posts. Thanks for all your work in making it pretty!
    Rita C at Panoply

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  16. Wow! Love your kitchen! It's Gorgeous!

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  17. That's so cool Kathryn that The Dedicated House has it's own app! Thanks for the party and I hope you're having a good week so far. Now I'm off to check out that app!

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  18. Kathryn, Thank you so much for choosing my Vanilla Pudding with Almond Cookie Crumble. It is such a simple dessert, but so good. Thanks again, I am thrilled.

    Madonna
    MakeMineLemon

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  19. Hello fabulous! I love to stop by your amazing party. Thank you for hosting. Please stop by our party that starts Monday @ 7pm and goes until Friday @ 7 pm. We pin and tweet everything! Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls

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  20. Thanks so much for another feature and for always hosting a great link party!

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  21. What a thrill to find out that my Winter Blue Tablescape is one of your features! Thank you so much Kathryn!

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  22. Great features dear Kathryn.
    Thank you so much for the wonderful party.
    Have a lovely week.
    FABBY

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  23. Thank you so much for hosting. Glad to be back partying with you! :) xxx Maria

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  24. Thank you for featuring my side table, I'm so excited!

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  25. Hello, Kathryn. Thanks for this week's party. Ann Marie @ Iris Abbey www.irisabbey.com

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  26. 2015 was a totally fab year and 2016 will be even better! Have a fun week!

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    1. I'm so excited about 2016! Glad you could join me! Toodles, Kathryn

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  27. Hi beautiful Kathryn!
    Hope you`re having a wonderful week! Thanks for being such a great hostess!
    Hugs,
    Vesna - Home Chic Club

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