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Thursday Treats – Easter 4/14

It’s that time of year when little girls don pretty spring dresses and little boys are wrestled into suspenders and bow ties long enough to pose for photographs, usually with the promise of chocolate to come. That’s right – it’s almost Easter! No matter how you and your family celebrate – by attending church, participating […]

In the Works – 4/13

We’re halfway through the week and today is our day to check out what’s in the works behind the scenes. Sneak peek day is always fun for me even if I haven’t had a chance myself to play with all the gorgeous goodies. I love seeing what the designers are coming up with week after […]

Temptations Tuesday – 4/12 “Babe” It Your Own

“Creativity is inventing, experimenting, growing, taking risk, breaking rules, making mistakes, and having fun.“ – Mary Lou Cook April is one of my favorite months because for me it’s all about being creative and experimenting. In April all over the world, poets observe National Poetry Month. We read it, buy it, and of course write […]

Standout Sunday – 4/10

Today is definitely a Sunday of celebration & recognition. For Christians, today is Palm Sunday, marking the beginning of Jesus’ final week on earth. Anyone who did not grow up an only child marks today as National Siblings Day. Those with a canine at home can recognize today as National Hug Your Dog Day. And […]

Sweet Shoppe Saturday 4/9

Happy Friday Sweet Shoppers! Another week has come and gone, and your favorite day of the week is here! I don’t know about you guys, but I always look forward to the weekend because I think it’s a blast seeing what our talented team has been up to! They never disappoint, and this week is […]

Featured Designer – Meagan’s Creations

Happy Friday everyone!  What’s new in your little corner of the world?  Spring Break is wrapping up here in Michigan, even if the weather doesn’t seem to agree.  One thing we can agree on is our next featured designer, Meagan of Meagan’s Creations. Keeping with the festive spirit in mind of our big birthday, our […]

Thursday Treats – Let’s Laugh! 4/7

“Humor isn’t for everyone. It’s only for people who want to have fun, enjoy life, and feel alive.” – Anne Wilson Schaef Happy National Humor Month! Author and Humorist Larry Wilde started this annual celebration in April 1976 to heighten public awareness of the therapeutic value of humor. “Laughter and joy – the benchmarks of […]

In the Works – 4/6

Happy Hump Day everyone I’m popping in with some of our super gorgeous sneak peeks. Whether you’re ready to follow your dreams, jot down some notes, or get your “nom nom” foodie life on this week the designers are pulling from all the everyday areas of our lives. This week there will also be a […]

Tuck it In Tuesday – 4/5 Road Map Day

April is here and so far it’s been a whirlwind 5 days for me. My daughter is an April Fool’s baby so we had a weekend long celebration with lots of sweets and snacks. My coworker’s last day was Friday the 1st also and now I’m all by myself, well besides my manager. So there’s […]

Show-Off & Shout-Out with the SugarBabes – 4/3

“Being able to uplift others is the biggest miracle in the world.” – Sri Avinash Do If you could use some of that miraculous positivity in your life, the “Show Off & Shout Out” thread in our This or That Challenges forum is a great place to start. Here’s how it works: Reply to the […]

Sweet Shoppe Saturday 4/2

Hey, hey Sweet Shoppers! How on earth is is already April?! I can hardly believe it, but another week has come and gone, and your favorite time of the week is here! Tonight is pretty exciting in our neck of the woods, because in addition to having some gorgeous new releases to show off, I […]

Featured Designer 15 – JoCee Designs

Happy April Fool’s Day!   Do you like to pull pranks on your family and friends today?  If I remember I do, but rarely do they fall for it.  You know who isn’t fooling?  Jo!  She has a pile of goodies that are going to be on sale this week and you’re going to want to […]

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