Retro Rollerskating Party

My brother Wyatt is famous for his love of costumes so it came as no surprise that his 30th birthday party involved a theme which enabled him to wear a fanny pack, knee-high sweat socks and short-shorts. It’s not 100% clear how he ended up in this outfit at his surprise party. Maybe he just happened to be wearing it that day?

His totally creative girlfriend added adorable details such as an INSANE portrait cake, but the location did so much of the work just by being a relic of a uber-fad gone by. Like Jaime’s White Trash BBQ, this party just seems to take on a life of it’s own when it comes to inspiring guests to… eh-hem, let the good times roll.

Yes, her t-shirt is a portrait of the guest of honor. She, ya know, just free-handed it with a fabric pen. Talent! And then she just grabbed some zip-lock bags full of icing and made this cake. Scary! Awesome!

You know you want to see more…

Just go ahead and click.You won’t be disappointed, as long as you love mustaches and short-shorts. And who doesn’t?

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I’m in love…


…with Jaime’s Fat Quarter Apron Tutorial. I made one before the babies even woke up this morning. Don’t ask what I was doing up… it’s a long story about a marathon 5:30 AM potty trip that resulted in the girlie sleeping in and the mommy never falling back to sleep. Ok, that’s the whole story I guess.

So anyway, I had been having a minor panic attack about what crafty item to make for my SIL’s Relay For Life auction and then eureka!, I saw Jaime’s project the morning.

How sweet is this Alexander Henry Christmas fabric? It’s so Mad Men, right? The whole collection is adorable… and is selling out fast, so grab some! Oh! I want to make one with this pattern next! Really there are so many cute options! This project is addictive!

And remember, leave a comment on this or any post this week and your wit and charm could win you the purdy Sandi Henderson Fat Quarter. Perfect for this project!

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Fat Quarter Apron Tutorial


Make an apron out of a fat quarter in no time flat! Start making some now for christmas gifts, or do like me and just keep it for yourself.

We give so many fat quarters away I thought I’d whip up a quick project for you. All you need is one fat quarter, some cute trim, and twenty minutes.

If you don’t know what it is, a fat quarter is 1/4 yard of fabric cut into a fat rectangle 18″X22″ instead of a normal 1/4 yard which is cut long and skinny at 9″X44″.

So grab one from your stash and get the full Fat Quarter Apron Tutorial after the jump…

And remember, leave a comment on this or any post this week and you could win that awesome fat quarter up on the left to make your own apron!

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Prudent Project Round-Up


Top: Dohdums made a DIY Cute Crib Sheet | Slightly Cosmopolitan made a DIY Nap Mat/Bed Roll (definitely check out her blog for more great pics) | Blue Eyed Yonder took the DIY Nursing Cover to the next level with the addition of awesome ruffles and applique!

Middle: Madigan Made made her first attempt at Sewing Piping and it turned out great | Ministry of Deco made that stylish Necklace Bib | Penny in my Purse took our Toddler Belt Tutorial and made a more detailed version, go check it out!

Bottom: Courtney made a Quick and Pretty Makeup Bag with adorable embellishments | Claire at The Adventures of A Lactating Girl made Yarn Sun Wall Art | Haley at Haybird made the super cutely-adorned 10-Minute Onesie Dress

Want to share your project?  We would LOVE to see it!  Your options: Join us on Flickr, hang with us on the Prudent Baby Facebook Page, or send them to us via the Prudent Baby Contact Form. Your “As Seen On Prudent Baby” Button is down there on the left. Woot Woot!

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FRIDAY {SURPRISE} PRIZE


Stacy tickled us on Jaime’s What Color Should I paint this Mirror? post with…
“colonel mustard in the living room with the spray paint…”

And now she will be the proud owner of this endlessly useful Aleene’s Tacky Pack.
Congrats Stacy! Use the Contact Us form to send us your address. You have 5 days before we pick a new winner!

And next up we have a pretty-pretty fat quarter from Sandi Henderson. Jaime has a perfect project for this little treasure coming up next week!

Leave a comment on any post between now and next Friday and you could be the winner! I’m having second thoughts about giving this away, it’s so pretty. Make it good ladies! XOXO

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Link Love


The japanese art of wrapping with cloth is so pretty. Learn how to make your own Furoshiki.

Love these thread organizer cards, get the free printable at Wild Olive (via Cut Out and Keep)…

I’m having the kind of week that reminds me of this piece of artwork by Ed Ruscha (that he generously allowed me to include in my book, thank you sir).

And that to-die-for Play Tent is by Spasso on Flickr, get the tutorial from 2 Little Hooligans!

Also…

This had me shooting coffee out of my nose: Lunch Packing Letter of Agreement via ohdeedoh

Get crazy deals on design stuff for your casa at new find Design Story. Seriously, sign up now!

I’m finally reading Nurture Shock on my new new Kindle and I’m so glad I dug into it. So fascinating, especially the section on the inverse power of praise. Read it. While I’m at it, I want to say again that the single greatest thing I did for my family was read Between Parent and Child. Can’t recommend it highly enough, it will change your life.

Cute DIY for a butterfly embellished pillow for the girlie girls out there (Scarlet says “I don’t yike snakes mommy.  I yike butterflies.”)

Check out our DIY Tissue Number Birthday sign at Hostess With the Mostess this week (we are obsessed with this site).

Download a free knit or crochet cap pattern, then make some for Save The Children, and they’ll send them to little chilly heads around the world. Get the details: Good Goes Newborn & Child Survival Campaign.

And sale on gorgeous Baker’s Twine in a rainbow of colors at our friends Bake it Pretty!

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What Color Should I Paint This Mirror?


Ladies!  I picked up this awesome mirror at Goodwill for .99.  I’ve been looking for the perfect mirror for above the fireplace, Score!  But I can’t decide what color to paint it, or if I should paint it at all.

It’s hardwood and I kind of like the dirty bronze sheen, but up close, it’s a little grungy as you can see:

Our living room has a distinctive turquoise couch, so I’m not sure which way to go. White? Silver? Gold? Bright red? Mustard yellow?

If you really want to take this assignment seriously, there are a ton more photos of the living room in question on my Apartment Therapy Home Tour.

Please weigh in down in the comments. Your feedback could even win you this week’s best-comment prize, that Aleene’s Tacky Pack! XOXO

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