Blog Party Sunday --- Show Off Your New Handmades

Are you crafting for Easter? What did you make this week?

Share something from your shop, website or blog. It doesn't have to be for sale, just handmade by you.

The rules are simple:

1. Follow our blog

2. Handmade items only.

3. You may list up to 3 items.

4. Family friendly items only.

The   success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the   word to your friends, visit the shops, post about it on your blog, in a   forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and   put it on your blog or website.

Just click on the Add Your Link button at the end of this post and add your items.

And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.

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Today's Featured Shop --- Mrs. Kwitty's Cottage

Today I am departing from our usual feature and sharing one of my favorite Etsy shops,  Mrs. Kwitty's Cottage.

Entering Karen's shop always brings a smile to my face.  Here is a small taste of what she has in store for you.

Composition Notebook Cover with Multiple Pockets - Summer Garden with Vintage Embroidery

Hydrangea BlueBird and Butterfly Gift Tag set

A colorful and retro fun needlebook in red and aqua repro feedsack fabric.

Crochet Hook holder with 7 hooks included.

I hope you enjoyed your peek in Karen's shop.   Drop by and pay her a visit at  http://www.etsy.com/shop/misseskwittys

I will be sharing some of the amazing creativity to be found online in the coming weeks.   Maybe you will be next!
Thanks for visiting today,   Bette

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Tuesday Tutorial ---- Getting Organized

Since organizing seems to be on everyones mind these days, here are some tutorials for organizers you can make for your home.

Organize your mail with this lovely Mailbag by Noodlehead.

 How about this door knob organizer for those on the go.  Keep all your important things like your phone and keys in here ready to grab when you head out the door.   Tutorial on Design Sponge.

Here is some storage for books.   Soft boxes tutorial by Bolt Neighborhood.

Organize your pantry with these fabric baskets I designed.  Tutorial on my blog HERE.

How to Organize your Closet

It's not quite spring yet, but now's a great time to start some spring cleaning in our closets.

Check out this video for some really helpful tips on closet organization.