Sew Darn Crafty Party #38 MVPs...

Hi All...there were so many great posts linked to last week's Sew Darn Crafty linking party! Can't thank you enough for sharing all your wonderful ideas and recipes.

According to the linking service I use these were the top three posts...Sew Darn Crafty's MVPs!!!

According to my family all these recipes will be made...we're a big apple dessert family!!

All red links will bring you to their blogs.

First recipe is from Lucy from the blog The Farmer's Attic. This recipe looks awesome and the best part for me is the crumble that you sprinkle on top has melted butter. I'm not a fan of cutting in cold butter. Thanks Lucy for sharing a great recipe and for the melted butter tip love it!!

Next up is from Linda from the blog Lavender Ridge. This looks so yummy and the best part for me is the addition of cranberries. Love the sweet and tart desserts. Thanks so much Linda for sharing and for showing us your new apple peeler...peeling is the worst part for me!!

Last, but certainly not the least is from Rachel from the blog Not-So-Plain Jane. These are a definite "to do"...Apple Cinnamon Buns...what could be better. Her recipe looks very easy too. I'm not afraid to roll out the dough now, she makes it sound so simple. Thanks Rachel! Rachel has been a blogging friend since I started in January of 2009! Although we've never met, it's great to have made friends from all over the world!



Thanks again to every one,

~Karen~

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Sew Darn Crafty Party #37 MVPs...

Hi everyone!! Every week the Sew Darn Crafty Party amazes me...I just love all the wonderful ideas and projects that you share.

These are the top 3 from last week. The linking service I use keeps track of the number of hits per post and these were the winners!

The first is Mary Grace from Hooked on Needles. I've "known" MGM since I first started blogging. We've never met, but lots of fabric swaps and blogging make us friends!

Click here to visit Mary Grace's sewing room...so fantastic!! Organized, so much cabinet storage, an ironing board to die for and a cutting table we can all use with her at the same time!! Lol. Thanks for sharing MGM!

Next up are these adorable owl pin cushions from Cheree over at The Morning Latte. These are too stinkin' cute. I want a whole flock of them. I'm not sure if owls come in flocks, but I'll take a bunch!! Thanks Cheree, these are just great! Click here to visit her blog.

This mug rug is definitely on my "to do" list. This adorable one is from Heather at Crafting...

I just love the pattern and the fabric is my absolute favorite...need to get some of that! Click here to visit Heather and her wonderful blog. Thanks so much Heather, for taking the time to share.

If you'd like to grab a little "featured" button, the code is on the right side bar and click here for a tutorial on how to add a button to a blog.

Thanks to everyone who shares each week. I love it!!
~Karen~

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Sew Darn Crafty Party MVPs...

Happy Sunday!! Sunday means Sew Darn Crafty around here. I just love being inspired by all your wonderful ideas. Last week's theme was anything Halloween!

Here are the MVPs from last week... Most Viewed Posts. They had the most hits from the linking service I use.

First up is from Christie over at Sew What's Happening?. Click here to visit her post with so many costume ideas. Make sure you click on her links in that post for lots of other great things. Thanks "sew" much Christie...awesome ideas!

This post from Priscilla is pumpkin heaven!! Click here to visit her blog, Priscillas, for beautiful and fun ways to use pumpkins to decorate your porch and yard. There is also a fabulous wreath on her front door too! Lots of pumpkin inspiration here. Thanks Priscilla...I'm off to buy a pumpkin today!

I'm also off to buy the ingredients to make this yummy treat. Click here to visit Shelley from Prairie Cottage Rose. She has this recipe and lots of other great recipes too.  My mouth is watering over this...sweet and salty, love it! Thanks for sharing Shelley!

Thanks ladies for linking up last week and for letting us take a peek into your blogs. If you'd like to grab a "featured" button, it's over on my side bar with the code.



Thanks to all for sharing,

~Karen~

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Sew Darn Crafty Party #35 MVPs...

Thanks to everyone again for making last week's Sew Darn Crafty Party so much fun!!

According to the linking service I uses for the party, the three post below had the most hits for viewing!!

That's why they are this week's MVPs...Most Viewed Posts!

First is this beautiful hexagon bag from Hafza. Click here to go to her wonderful blog Hook 'n Needle Creations. She has lots a great projects and pictures too!! Thanks Hafza for sharing!

Definitely visit Diane to see the before and after of this bookshelf. Isn't this the cutest thing ever. Click here to visit her blog Patterns of Life and see the before! Thanks so much Diane...I love it!

You must visit Deb for this fantastic video tutorial of this tissue case. It is awesome! These will make great Christmas gifts too. Click here to visit Deb at Debz Days and see lots of other great tutorials. Thanks so much Deb for sharing!

A BIG thanks to everyone who links up each week,
~Karen~

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Sew Darn Crafty Party MVPs...

Here are last week's Sew Darn Crafty Party's MVPs...Most Viewed Posts

Aren't these yo yo pumpkins just the cutest!! They're from Debbie from Pieceful Living. Click here to visit this project and so many other great links and tutorials on her blog. Thanks Debbie for sharing!

Ok, these are just the perfect Halloween gift for any age. Click here to visit Kim over at Maiden D'Shade for a great tutorial on this project and soooo many more that I hope she shares on October 16th Halloween theme party! Thanks so much for linking up Kim!!!

You must visit Connie over at Quilting By The River for this wonderful tutorial. Isn't it just beautiful and perfect for this time of year. Click here to visit Connie and so many other great tutorials of hers. Thanks so much Connie...I love it!

Thanks again for linking up. If you'd like to grab a Featured Button, the code is on my right side bar!!

Thanks to everyone for linking up!!

Don't forget to come back at midnight for the start of another linking party. This week is anything goes, so link up what ever your heart desires. The following week, October 16th, is a Halloween theme.

Take care,

~Karen~

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Sew Darn Crafty Party MVPs...

Oops...I'm a little late sharing last week's MVPs...Most View Posts

All the projects and posts last week were fabulous, but these three had the most hits according to the linking service that I use. Thanks for linking up!!

First up is from Kim from Too Much Time On My Hands. Click here to visit this wonderful post she shared of her Crafty Loft Reveal...so many amazing ideas in every pictures!! I love them all, but I especially love the organizing storage made from old postal boxes. I girl after my own heart! Thanks Kim.

Next is from Lynn from Nebraska Views. Click here for a great tutorial on how to make this amazing no sew edge for a fleece blanket. I'm seeing Christmas gifts!! Thanks so much Lynn for sharing this with everyone.

and last but certainly not the least is from Kris from Farm Girl Transplanted. Black and white polka dot and Mod Podge what could be better!!  Love, Love, Love this. Click here to see this post and other great ideas too. Thanks so much Kris for sharing!

If you'd like to grab a button, the code is on my side bar. Click here for a tutorial on how to add a button

Thanks again,
~Karen~

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Sew Darn Crafty Party MVPs...

Hello Ladies...and maybe some gents. This past week's Sew Darn Crafty links were just wonderful!! I loved every one of them. According to the linking service that I use, the projects below had the most hits and are this week's MVPs..Most Viewed Posts.

If you haven't looked at all the party links for last week, click here to go to the party. The next party starts after midnight tonight.

The first post is a project after my own organizing heart. I just LOVE this idea from Debbie at Pieceful Living. She uses empty cd case to organize all her needles. Click here to visit her great blog and this project. thanks Debbie for sharing this idea...it's on my "to do" list for sure!

These beautiful pumpkins are just in time for fall and again on my "to do" list. I love the colors of fall and these are the perfect addition to my autumn decor. You can click here to visit Ellen at Creative Passage to see more pictures of these beauties and a link to make them!! Thanks so much for linking up!

This quilt wall hanging is a must see on Kirie's blog Shape Moth...click here to go for a visit. Oh my gosh this is too cute and the colors just pop. I love the fabric and the ribbons. Go to her blog and see the detailed pictures and the free paper piecing pattern. This would be on my "to do" list, but I have to learn how to paper piece first lol !! Then it's a must.

Thanks so much ladies for sharing these projects. If you'd like to grab a "featured" button, you can get the code on the right side bar under the feature button.

If any one wants to learn how to add any button to your blog...you can click here for one of my tutorials.

Thanks again for always linking up to Sew Darn Crafty,
~Karen~

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Sew Darn Crafty...Top 3 MVPs

Hi All...so sorry, this post was to be on Saturday, but one thing leads to another and I'm late!

This is last week's Sew Darn Crafty Link Party MVPs...Most Viewed Posts!!!

If the top three would like to steal this button for your blog, the code is on the right side bar and a tutorial on how to add a button to your blog is HERE.

This adorable quilt is from Our Busy Little Bunch. Click here to visit Rebecca's post. So cute...love the fabric and what a wonderful baby gift. Thanks for sharing!!

These are on my recipe "to do" list. What's better than chocolate chips and No Bake!! Go for a visit at Fly The Coop Crafts for the recipe. Click here to go to Sher's blog. Thanks for sharing.

And last but not the least are these super cute mason solar lamps. Oh my gosh...I love these!! You must visit Craftacular World to see the full post. Click here to visit her blog. Thanks for sharing too!



Thanks to every one who links up all week...to me you are all MVPs!!

Thanks so much,

~Karen~

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Sew Darn Crafty...Top 3 Most Viewed Post

The linking service I use for the party shows how many views each project has, so here are Sew Darn Crafty's Top 3 for this past week. Everyone who adds their projects are my favorites, but these posts below are the most viewed this week.

The first post is from Jan at Bessie Mary blog. These hanging fabric bags are just too cute. I can think of a million places I want to use these. Thanks so much for sharing this great project with us Jan.

Next is from Kirie from the blog Shape Moth. This beautiful rainbow brick wall quilt is made from a jelly roll. Such inspiration...the colors are amazing. I really need to start quilting again. Thanks so much for linking up to the party.

Last, but certainly not the least is this awesome bag from Suzan from the blog The Reluctant Quilter. Suzan "sewed up a storm" and made these beautiful bags. Pop over and take a look at more. Thanks Suzan for linking up...love them!

Thanks to everyone for linking up. See you on Sunday for another edition of Sew Darn Crafty.

Take care,
~Karen~

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Sew Darn Crafty Party Features...

I want to thank all of you who join in on the Sew Darn Crafty Party every Sunday. I just love all the projects that you share. Thought I would feature some of last week's projects with you. I made a little "Featured" button if you'd like to grab one for your blog. It's over there on my side bar.

So here we go...

Sandra, from Sew in Peace, made this beautiful I Spy Quilt...isn't it just the cutest! Go for a visit and see the detail of the quilt.

I have a confession. I am a huge Star Wars fan!! So pop over to see Laura from Come Together Kids for a great tutorial for this adorable pillow.

All I can say is YUM!! Visit Ladybird Ln. for this fantastic recipe. There's a secret ingredient.

This looks so yummy, I want to bite off his ear...but it's felt! Visit Tina at Art Chick Studio for the free pattern.

Penny rugs have been on my "to do" list for years. These are such great inspiration. Go over to see more at Harvest Moon By The Lake. Oh my gosh...Leanne sells them too. See her pages under her profile!

Now this is fabulous! She used scrap book paper to sew this passport holder. I think I'll make mine a coupon holder. Visit Ms. Not So Perfect for her wonderful instructions.

This idea is perfect for Easter. Just genius...looks like a carrot popping out of the ground. Definitely going to make these. Visit The Seven Year Cottage for instructions.

and last but not least...how could I not show this. Tracey, from Bits and Pieces of the Better Life, made this beautiful wall unit. I absolutely love it...and the desk and chair in front of it is to die for.

Thank you all again for your inspiration. Don't forget to grab a feature button if you'd like.

I'll be right back in a little bit for another Sew Darn Crafty Party...so get your project links ready,

~Karen~

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