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American Girl Party 2008-02-10 10:06:00 American Girl BingoDon't Eat My American GirlAmerican Girl MemoryI had so much fun making the Valentine themed games I couldn't help myself to make some more.I've been noticing all the American Girl doll obsession and decided to help you mom's out there with some fun (and seriously so easy) games to play at your American Girl birthday party. You can also play these games one on one with your daughter. Talk about some girly mommy & me time.All the files are free, just login to Executive Homemaker and you can print them out! ...

Valentine Gift Ideas 2008-02-08 12:48:00 Executive Homemaker has tons of great gift ideas for Valentine's Day! Perfect as teacher gifts, your kiddos, and don't forget yourself!Here are some new items from Wall Frenzee!Monogramming makes a more personal gift. Check out these monogrammed bracelets and rings from Charming Memories.Deck out your little cutie with flowers to match her Valentine's outfit from Pretty Peanut Shells.For more products created by Women go to Executive Homemaker. ...

Valentine Party Games 2008-02-06 21:41:00 Don't Eat Val! This is a spin off the game 'Don't Eat Pete!' It's the easiest (and yummiest) game to play for Valentine's day with your family or school party. It features these adorable Valentine Puppies.This game is so simple your older children can play it with your toddler! It's simple to make and even easier to play. The sky's the limit with Don't Eat Val! Use cereal, dinner or lunch food, as well as any kind of candy to play. Click here to print it out.Other Useful Ideas:1. Eat Dinner: Use this game to get your toddler to eat his dinner. Cut up the food in bite-size pieces (chicken nuggets, grilled cheese, etc.) Put one piece of dinner in each square. Play the game accordingly.2. Gifts: Attach a bag of M&M's and you've got a great Valentine's gift!3. Valentine's Day: Wondering what to do with all that Valentine candy? Play Don't Eat Val! together as a family.4. Babysitter Game: This is also a great game for babysitters to play with your children. Kids love the " ... Games

Super Saturday Crafts 2008-02-05 17:50:00 It's the beginning of the year and time to plan a Super Saturday DIY/Craft day with your girlfriends! Right now I'm doing some research for my Church's "Saturday Spectacular" craft day. Here are some great ideas from some crazy talented bloggers:First off is my friend Katri who organized such a wonderful day. Here is a magnetic board where you use spray on glue to adhere any fabric you'd like. They also made those cool magnets.Katri's DIY day included two diffent types of bath salts and many other fun projects. You can view all the projects in 2 seperate posts here and here.Beverly made this amazing Etching Nativity Scene and taught it at her Super Saturday. You can even e-mail Beverly for instructions! So creative.There are so many fun things you can do with etching! You can even etch your last name on a 9x13 pyrex pan like 'Are you Serious' did. (Great blog name.) What a fun way to be sure you get that casserole back! ha haI also think this would make a great gift. Add in the ...

Feelin' the Love 2008-02-04 17:45:00 Nikki made this criss cross card for her husband for their anniversary. It won an honorable mention inthe Papertrey Gueststar Stamper contest. I can't believe it didn't win - it's AMAZING!!Look at this incredibly cute and thoughtful teacher gift idea from Nichole! She has hooked you up with step-by step instructions complete with pictures!If you're looking for a sweet treat to make your sweetie, try this one from Skip to my Lou! These miniature heart cheesecakes look mouth watering! Yummy!This is such a creative way to deliver Valentines! Blackeyedsue has made these pillow cases complete with pockets. I adore this idea and just might have to make some myself!This would also be a fun way to "wrap" a Valentine day gift, add some ribbon and you're set. Every year they'll remember you and how they felt when they received their special Valentine.I've also got to feature Blackeyedsue love blocks. Seriously, how fun and creative!Again, I want to thank Nichole, Nikki, Skip to my Lou, an ...

And The Winner Is... 2008-02-02 13:39:00 Comment #29 was chosen and so the lucky winner is Jennie from Jenerbug! Holy cow, it looks like she's a brand new blogger with only 3 posts! Talk about beginners luck!Jennie will receive, Tabetha's AMAZING custom bauble necklace with her Word for 2008 - JOY. Jennie wrote, "JOY - we are having a baby in June and we already have a great family and I just started my own little blog. A big dose of Joy is what this year is going to bring me." If you didn't win but would still like one for you or a special gift for a friend, you can purchase it and other of Tabetha's creations over on Executive Homemaker.Keep these amazing necklaces in mind for special events, friend birthdays, and for your Valentine's Day wish list. ;)Huge thanks to all 146 of you for participating in the giveaway! More importantly I hope that each of you will find inspiration and strength from your Word for 2008! ...

Tip Junkie Giveaway - Word of the Year 2008-02-02 08:23:00 **This post will remain at the top of the blog until the end of the giveaway-Saturday, February 2nd. Scroll down for most recent posts.**Can you identify a single word that sums up what you want for yourself in 2008?To encourage everyone to pick their word, we're giving away a custom bauble necklace with your Word for 2008, compliments of Executive Homemaker.To find out more information about the Word of the Year, check out my post from October.Simply leave a comment with your Word of the Year to enter. Contest winners will be drawn February 2nd by a random number generator!Add the Tip Junkie Giveaway blog button to your blog! It's easy!If you're blogging on Blogger.com, simply add a New Page Element > HTML/JavaScript ...then copy and paste the following code:That's it! The winners will be announced on February 2nd!Special thanks to Tabetha over at Reminisce Heirlooms who makes these amazing necklaces and also sells them on Executive Homemaker. This is her newest creation the Verti ...

Submitted Tips - Valentine's Day! 2008-01-31 09:13:00 Tip Junkie has recieved some great tips for Valentine's Day!Big thanks to Jerri' who submitted a tip on the Valentine's Bandit. The Valentine Bandit came to visit every morning starting Feb 1st. He would leave a heart cover pencil or a sticker, something inexpensive.On Valentine's day, he woke up to a curtain of hearts hanging in his doorway, and a Valentine Cupcake. Why don't you play bandit, you can be the Valentine Bandit to your hubby, or friend that needs cheering up.This is such a great Valentine's Tradition I'm going to start with my family!Amy from the Caffenated Cropper is having a Count down to Valentine's Day with several projects and submitted this cute gift idea. This is her: Coolest Mom (or sister, or grandma, or wife or friend or husband or whatever you are) door hangers.They are made from a recycled Crystal Light container made into a door hanger to fill with Valentine Goodies. Gig-Harbor-Scrapper submitted these Valentine Gift Bags. They're an alternative to t ...

Valentine Packaging 2008-01-28 16:53:00 I've got to give props to so many Scrap Guru's out there! So today, TipJunkie.com is proud to present the 'Great Tip Award' to these amazing scrap-crafters!Let's start with Elaine who has many amazing designs. Here are two for Valentine's Day. First off is her cute Valentine treat pouch. Can you imagine getting something like this!?! Who cares what's inside, the packaging rocks!Next up is Elaine's cool candy box. She cut card stock to 5" x 8 1/2" and scored at 2" lengthwise and 2, 4, 6, 8 width wise. She then used the love wheel and then put the box together and put some yummy chocolate inside!Elaine said that she was inspired by Dannie's 2,4,6,8 box. I love seeing different versions of the same thing, don't you? Dannie gives detailed instructions on how-to-make this cute box.I'm a sucker for a great handmade card. Here's one of Dannie's that's perfect for Valentine's Day. Beautiful.Here's just another reason we need a "Man's Shopping Guide" on Executive Homemaker. I' ...

Love is in the Air! 2008-01-25 16:22:00 TipJunkie.com is proud to present the 'Great Tip Award' for these amazing Valentine's Day ideas!Sarah and the Stamp Stars designed these cup cake toppers for her non-card project for Valentine's Day. They look to cute to eat!I am also in LOVE with her little Conversation Heart Box! Isn't it amazing! It would make such a great gift for a teacher, co-worker, neighbor or friend.The Bedlam of Beefy has posted his favorite Valentine goodies, including this adorable bowl by Rose & Radish.Here is your 'Great Tip Award'! Again, I want to thank Sarah and the Stamp Stars and Bedlam of Beefy for their Valentine's Day tips! ...

Word for 2008 2008-01-23 21:03:00 TipJunkie.com is proud to present the 'Great Tip Award' to some amazing women who have already picked their Word for 2008!Forever Flamingo: OpportunityAlie Edwards: VitalityFive in Five: EvolveRachel: HopeI Love Life: AmAmanda: SimplifyThe Road to Somewhere: ForwardThis is my Take on Life: GrowthJohns Junk: ExperienceSolarnova: PowerWhat's above my head: WalkMy Random Life: LoveStarlight Studio: BuildTip Junkie: CherishHere's your 'Great Tip Award' Ladies! Be sure to pass on the award by picking 3 people you've been inspired by!Also, don't forget to leave a comment on our Word of the Year post to enter our giveaway! ...

Submitted Tip by Becky 2008-01-21 16:33:00 I want to thank Becky over at Becky's Creations for submitting these DIY quote plaques!They are so darling, and yet they are SO easy to make! You can choose the pattern and colors and any saying or quote!How to Make:1. Just go to a craft store and buy a wood plaque, any shape you want, some background pattern paper, and some blank thick paper or cardstock to match the pattern paper.2. Stain the wood with some dark stain.3. Then paste the background paper on.4. Printed the quote on the blank paper and decorated with ribbon.You can do it anyway you want. On her's, the quote is raised with some foam squares.Becky is so crafty and talented! She also make cards. You can purchase her cards directly from Executive Homemaker. She's got some adorable Valentine ones.Becky is also a cake decorator and has some unique and beautiful cakes. Be sure to check out all her creations. Amazing!I want to thank Becky again for submitting her quote plaques. They are so original and different from anything ...

Travel Swap 2008-01-20 21:08:00 I joined Kelly's Travel Swap! If you're interested, e-mail Kelly quickly her deadline is tomorrow, Monday January 21st. Sorry, I just found out about it myself.To enter is simple: as a participant, you will be asked to send at least three objects (i don't think anyone would mind if you decide to send more) that are some of YOUR favorite travel related things.Click here to learn more about it and get some fun ideas to swap.If you're planning on hosting a swap, let me know! I'll announce it for you here on Tip Junkie. ...

Memories by Design 2008-01-20 17:45:00 Chanda is the most talented scrapbooker I know! Her creations are not only one-of-a-kind but absolutely gorgeous. I've updated her store on Executive Homemaker and wanted you to see all the lovelies she has ready for you to buy.Set of 4 Birthday Cards - squareEach handmade birthday card is embellished with ribbon and rhinestones. Each card has white panel inside for writing and includes 4 white envelopes.Life is Bliss Mini-AlbumInsideThis 6 x 6 mini accordion album has 10 layouts fully embellished with over 24 different papers, ribbon, brads, threading, and more!It comes in a black leather album with heart charm. All the work is done for you! The embellishments are placed and all ready for your pictures. This makes a perfect gift or addition to your home decor.I'm cracking up Chanda!! She made these The Office push pins or magnet sets.What a great gift for the ultimate "Office" fan. Your favorite "Office" characters will spruce up your fridge, bulletin board or workspace. Made with 3 ... Design

Stylish Kicks for Babies! 2008-01-19 16:59:00 Executive Homemaker is proud to announce it's newest Mom-prenuer, Baby Tidbitz!Baby Tidbitz are soft soled shoes that form to the feet of little ones. They allow them to kick, crawl or walk with the style to match their little or big personalities.With soft fleece inside and a durable sole these shoes are sure to be you and your child's favorite accessory.Check out all these stylish and comfortable shoes for walkers or crawlers!Whether it be a baby shower, birthday or just for fun, Tidbitz is here to save the day! Tidbitz will be delivered in a cute gift bag with your personal message. Just tell us when and where, we'll take care of the rest.I am so excited to welcome Lisa and her products to Executive Homemaker.If you have a product you'd like us to help you sell, e-mail [laurie at Executive Homemaker dot com]. ...