MeckMom.com » Links I Love http://www.meckmom.com Bright ideas designed to make everday life a little easier Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:43:49 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v= Lovin’ These Links http://www.meckmom.com/2011/06/13/lovin-these-links-11/ http://www.meckmom.com/2011/06/13/lovin-these-links-11/#comments Mon, 13 Jun 2011 16:56:38 +0000 MeckMom http://www.meckmom.com/?p=4815 Wow.  I went to gather all the photos from my facebook favorites and suddenly realized how long it’s been since my last update.  I hope you guys have a few free minutes because there are tons of great links here.

Here are the sites featured on my facebook page in the last several weeks.  I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.  If you do, don’t forget to leave comments for these incredibly talented, hard-working bloggers.  We live for comments here in the blogosphere so share the love when you stop by these sites.  (Remember to click the pink blog titles – not the pictures – to follow the link)

Etsy: Fall Down Tree

There’s something about this guy’s art that really grabs me. I love the expressions of the quirky creatures…they almost seem like they were plucked from the pages of a great picture book. I fully intend to buy some for my son’s new room.


Better After

Who doesn’t love a great makeover? This entire blog is devoted to before and afters brimming with inspiration.


Controlling My Chaos

Is menu planning a constant struggle? Check out this Mom’s low-cost magnetic solution.


Ambrosia Girl

These polaroid-inspired magnets are both functional and fun. I can’t wait to create a bunch and highlight some of our favorite family memories on the fridge.


Cute Girl Hairstyles

Do your daughters need some quick ‘n easy hairstyles for summer? The video tutorials on this site are a great place to start.


Etsy: The Home Centric

My cool gray sofa is looking little bare at the moment – it’s just aching for some color or sparkle to warm it up. I found this shop on Etsy and I’m totally coveting all the awesome (and inexpensive) pillow covers. If only she didn’t have so many to choose from.


We Love Indie

Know any stylish brides-to-be? This charming idea for a ‘guestbook’ beats the tacky feather pen and book sets by a mile. It would be fun to do for a baptism or graduation party too.


Always With Butter

Strawberries are in peak season now so I made gobs of strawberry freezer jam. Up next, these scrumptious shortcake cookies.



]]> http://www.meckmom.com/2011/06/13/lovin-these-links-11/feed/ 7 Lovin’ These Links http://www.meckmom.com/2011/04/18/lovin-these-links-10/ http://www.meckmom.com/2011/04/18/lovin-these-links-10/#comments Mon, 18 Apr 2011 19:57:23 +0000 MeckMom http://www.meckmom.com/?p=4774 Tomorrow’s the big day.  The day you get to stop hearing about me buying a house and start hearing about all the wonderful things I plan to do with it.  I know, I know, you’re excitement level is probably pretty marginal compared to mine, nevertheless I can’t wait to get started.  We’ve been renting for the last five years so I can’t wait to get my hands on a place that feels like my own!

Here are the two sites featured on my facebook page in the last week.  I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.  If you do, don’t forget to leave comments for these incredibly talented, hard-working bloggers.  We live for comments here in the blogosphere so share the love when you stop by these sites.  (Remember to click the pink blog titles – not the pictures – to follow the link)


Funkytime

Most toy grocery stands are plasticky and cheap looking. This DIY Ikea-hack version is a big step up from the ordinary options.


MeckMom Archives

Doing a little Easter Egg dyeing this week? Check this post from my archives for 4 cheap tips to make your family fun far less messy.


Make and Takes

Apparently multi-colored egg salad isn’t the only thing you can do with dozens of left over Easter eggs. Check out this easy kid craft.



]]> http://www.meckmom.com/2011/04/18/lovin-these-links-10/feed/ 3 Lovin’ These Links http://www.meckmom.com/2011/04/11/lovin-these-links-9/ http://www.meckmom.com/2011/04/11/lovin-these-links-9/#comments Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:57:29 +0000 MeckMom http://www.meckmom.com/?p=4731 It’s amazing how time flies when you’re home buying – papers, inspections, and more papers.  I’m sorry the blog has been neglected a bit lately.  I promise to make it up to you with a bunch of DIY home-improvement posts after we move in.

Here are the two sites featured on my facebook page in the last two weeks.  I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.  If you do, don’t forget to leave comments for these incredibly talented, hard-working bloggers.  We live for comments here in the blogosphere so share the love when you stop by these sites.(Remember to click the pink blog titles – not the pictures – to follow the link)

Midwest Magnolia

Need a little Easter-treat inspiration? Check out this cool collection of pastel-colored goodies.


Joy the Baker

Do I even need to comment on this one? Seriously folks, I can only imagine how phenomenal this would smell…let alone how good it would taste!


Simply Fresh Designs

Hey fellow mormon moms, check out this easy way to keep the messages of general conference fresh in your family’s mind.


Organize Your Stuff Now

Do your couches need a little splash of spring color? Try this easy no-sew, no measure trick for recovering a sofa pillow.


Martha Stewart

Wouldn’t these treasure-holding, crepe paper carrots be fun to tuck into your kids’ Easter baskets?


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Spagat Blog: Easter Egg Printable Link

]]> http://www.meckmom.com/2011/04/04/sweet-free-easter-printable/feed/ 0 Lovin’ These Links http://www.meckmom.com/2011/03/29/lovin-these-links-8/ http://www.meckmom.com/2011/03/29/lovin-these-links-8/#comments Tue, 29 Mar 2011 06:15:05 +0000 MeckMom http://www.meckmom.com/?p=4699 So far so good on the home-buying process.  Our house bid was accepted so we’re now going through the sign-boatloads-of-papers/inspect-every-corner-of-the-house stage.  Do you think it’s a bad sign if every problem area I spot in the house strikes my brain as a potential DIY blog post?  Perhaps that means I’m not being terribly objective in this inspection process.  Oh well, I’m keeping my fingers crossed it all ends well.

Here are the two sites featured on my facebook page last week.  I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.  If you do, don’t forget to leave comments for these incredibly talented, hard-working bloggers.  We live for comments here in the blogosphere so share the love when you stop by these sites.(Remember to click the blog titles – not the pictures – to follow the link)

Laura Thoughts

Is your teen’s bathroom covered in makeup? Check out this cool magnetized, organized solution. Love it!


The Bumper Crop

I was planning on splitting up our three boys when we move to the new house. This amazing bedroom may change my mind. All I can say is wow.


]]> http://www.meckmom.com/2011/03/29/lovin-these-links-8/feed/ 1 Friday’s Find: Delicious Diet Popsicles http://www.meckmom.com/2011/03/25/fridays-find-delicious-diet-popsicles/ http://www.meckmom.com/2011/03/25/fridays-find-delicious-diet-popsicles/#comments Fri, 25 Mar 2011 16:26:23 +0000 MeckMom http://www.meckmom.com/?p=4688 The only thing better than finding a scrumptious new dessert is finding one that’s only 80 calories.  I grabbed these weight watchers popsicles at the store last week and I’m totally hooked.  They remind me of the raspberry Fannie Mae chocolates I used to sneak out of my Mom’s stash when I was little.

I’m generally not a fan of chocolate-covered ice cream stuff.  The chocolate layer is always too thick and waxy tasting.  In this case, the dark chocolate is thin and sorta crispy – making it the perfect compliment to the fluffy raspberry filling.  Yum!  If you’re looking for a sweet treat that won’t kill your calorie intake for the day these Weight Watcher pops will totally hit the spot.

While we’re on the topic, here’s a charming popsicle party link for you from Design Sponge.  Wouldn’t this party concept be a fabulous ‘first day of summer’ backyard party?  Just seeing all those bright colors and warm, sunny photos makes me crave summer.  Keep your fingers crossed that these grey, slushy days will end soon.  Have a great weekend, everyone.

]]> http://www.meckmom.com/2011/03/25/fridays-find-delicious-diet-popsicles/feed/ 0 Lovin’ These Links http://www.meckmom.com/2011/03/21/lovin-these-links-7/ http://www.meckmom.com/2011/03/21/lovin-these-links-7/#comments Mon, 21 Mar 2011 19:31:16 +0000 MeckMom http://www.meckmom.com/?p=4657 Sorry for the two week silence, everyone.  We amped up our house hunt lately so all my late-night blogging hours have been consumed by MLS research.  Thankfully, we just put a bid on a house this weekend.  With any luck, all will go well and I can reclaim my nights…at least until the move-in day.

Here a are a few of the sites featured on my facebook page in the last few weeks.  I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.  If you do, don’t forget to leave comments for these incredibly talented, hard-working bloggers.  We live for comments here in the blogosphere so share the love when you stop by these sites.(Remember to click the blog titles – not the pictures – to follow the link)

Poppies at Play

I had no idea these cool hanging bookshelves were so cheap and easy to make. I’m definitely adding this project to my DIY list.


Pepper Paints

If you’ve got a few newspapers and a stapler you can do amazing things. My engineer-minded son Jack will totally love this idea.


Hulu: Secret Millionaire

Don’t you just love TV that makes you want to be a better person? I just watched this show on Hulu while I cleaned the kitchen. It made me want to find more volunteer opportunities for my family. I’m sure they’re out there…time to get to work.


IHeart Organizing

Need some organizing inspiration? Check out this big collection of fabulous fixes.


Honey We’re Home

We’ve been house hunting for weeks (hence the lack of posting) so I’ve seen more than my fair share of kitchens. If only I could find one that looked like this in my price range. Hey, a girl’s gotta dream, right?


Crossing the Bugger-Dixon Line

A soggy spring is right around the corner. My daughter would be thrilled if I tucked one of these charming DIY button umbrellas in her backpack.


]]> http://www.meckmom.com/2011/03/21/lovin-these-links-7/feed/ 2 Lovin’ These Links http://www.meckmom.com/2011/02/28/lovin-these-links-6/ http://www.meckmom.com/2011/02/28/lovin-these-links-6/#comments Mon, 28 Feb 2011 08:08:06 +0000 MeckMom http://www.meckmom.com/?p=4581 Happy blogiversary!  As of last week it’s been 5 big years for me on MeckMom.  When I started this project I had no idea I would enjoy it so much…or that anyone would ever read it.  The funny thing is when my husband tried to convince me to start a blog 5 years ago I remember saying, “what do I when I run out of ideas?”  Thankfully, that hasn’t happened just yet.  :)  Thanks for sticking with me, guys.  Your comments and feedback make all the late night posting totally worthwhile.

Here a are a few of the sites featured on my facebook page in the last few weeks.  I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.  If you do, don’t forget to leave comments for these incredibly talented, hard-working bloggers.  We live for comments here in the blogosphere so share the love when you stop by these sites.(Remember to click the blog titles – not the pictures – to follow the link)


Digital Mom Blog

My 11 year-old has been doing research papers for school and I’ve been so nervous to let her do an online search without me. If only I’d read this tech-savvy mom’s post sooner – it could have saved me lots of trouble.


Cottage-Industrialist

If you’ve got a pirate lover at home you need to hop on over to this fantastic site. Her free pirate birthday printables are some of the best I’ve seen.


320 * Sycamore

Every house needs a kid-getaway area. I loved the playroom this DIYer put together for her kiddos.


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The Dating Divas

Valentines is nearly here. If you’re in need of a little romantic inspiration peruse the pages of this great site. Style advice, date ideas, even marriage-survival tips…it’s a great resource for all things romancy.


IKEA Hackers

Are you an IKEA lover too? Check out the ingenious, cheap hacks on this cool site.


Hello, Good Gravy!

After reading only a few posts, I had to add this hilarious mom blog to my feed reader. Anyone who shamelessly announces her love of horrible-for-you foods to the world like this has real blogging potential in my book.

]]> http://www.meckmom.com/2011/02/21/lovin-these-links-5/feed/ 0 Lovin’ These Links http://www.meckmom.com/2011/02/07/lovin-these-links-4/ http://www.meckmom.com/2011/02/07/lovin-these-links-4/#comments Mon, 07 Feb 2011 21:36:42 +0000 MeckMom http://www.meckmom.com/?p=4362 I’m mixing things us a little today.  I spent so much time creating and posting the printables last week that I ran out of time to add new sites to my facebook page.  I’d hate for you to miss out on these awesome Valentines ideas before the big day arrives so I’m bypassing facebook and adding a few of my favorite links here.  I hope you enjoy them.  Don’t forget to leave comments for these incredibly talented, hard-working bloggers who offered their genius up to the rest of us.  Share the love, ladies!  By the way, my new theme is having link issues so you’ll need to click on the blog name (rather than the pictures) to get redirected to their sites.  Sorry, I’m still working out the kinks.

Under the Sycamore (this one isn’t Valentineish but it was the only post that made it on my facebook page last week – I love it)

There are beautiful nurseries and then there are BEAUTIFUL nurseries.  This one is definitely the latter.  The DIY reading bed (made from old fork lift pallets) topped with the overflowing tissue ball cluster really wowed me.


Sassy Sites

I’m all for games that force my kids to say ‘I love you’ more – especially when it involves lots of chasing, sticking and laughing.  I can’t wait to try this.


WhipperBerry

You guys know how much I love a great printable.  Here’s a lovely one just in time for Valentines.


Mrs. Bettie Rocker

My kids adore these candy dots.  I had not idea you could make them yourself.  Check out this cool tutorial (don’t you just love her blog name?)


Design Aglow

Something about this valentine idea really won me over – I love the whole look of it.  I especially love her son’s expression in the pictures.  Priceless.


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