Monday, July 30, 2012

New look!

I'm still looking for just the "right look" for my blog, but in the meantime, I'm loving this cute template from The Cutest Blog On The Block

. I think it's pretty for summer. The site has so many cute (free) templates for both blogger and wordpress so check it out.

I'm also loving wall decals - it can totally change the look of a room at very little cost. The Eiffel Tower wall decal above is from RoomMates.

Friday, July 27, 2012

Friday Fun - Free Photo Editing Site

I just found out about a great site and it's free! The name is PicMonkey and there's so much you can do with it - edit a photo, create a collage, etc.

Here's a sample I made (using a PicMonkey photo) creating a craft frame around the picture.

Have fun playing with PicMonkey and have a great weekend!

Monday, July 23, 2012

Pendant Giveaway

Happy Monday! There's still time to enter the giveaway to win a bezel pendant from the shop. Visit the Drawing Dreaming blog to enter.

Thursday, July 19, 2012

Summer Boutique in Long Beach

There's going to be a great Summer Boutique this Saturday in Long Beach - Crafts For A Cause, from 9 - 3 at the Hyatt Regency. I will be one of the vendors (thanks to Sarah of Little Penelope Lane)and have been busy making glass tile pendants for the show plus adding new mirror designs as well. For more information about the boutique, please visit the Facebook page. Hope to see you there!

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Book Review - Angels, Miracles and Heavenly Encounters

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I recently read Angels, Miracles, and Heavenly Encounters {Real-life Stories of Supernatural Events} compiled by James Stuart Bell. This book contains more than 40 true stories of miraculous encounters with angels and demons, near-death experiences and incredible rescues. Whether you're simply curious about the supernatural world or longing for a fresh experience of God's presence, these amazing stories will touch your heart and strengthen your faith in the God of miracles.

Each story in the book is approximately 4-5 pages in length and relates each writer's personal experience with an angel (or demon). Some of the experiences the writers share are being saved by an angel from a life-threatening situation, encountering demonic spirits, and seeing loved ones that had died. Each of the writers had an increased faith, a realigning of priorities and a greater desire to share the gospel after these encounters. I thought this book was an interesting read and these stories will touch your heart.

Disclosure: I received this book from Bethany House in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

Monday, July 16, 2012

giveaway winner and other news!

The winner of the Matisyahu Spark Seeker album giveaway is throuthehaze. Congratulations and I'll be contacting you soon!

Also the Little Pink Plum shop is open again with more new designs added! I'm also offering personalization on a few select mirror designs, so please visit!

Friday, July 13, 2012

Summer Walkabout

The Summer Walkabout is tomorrow at South Park. If you're in the area, you'll have a great time walking around the neighborhood and browsing in the different shops. Try to stop by the Make Good shop, which carries handcrafted goods made from local crafters (including yours truly!). Have fun and Happy Friday!

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Matisyahu Review and Giveaway

I recently had the opportunity to review the new album by Matisyahu called Spark Seeker, which will be available July 17th. It's a bold new studio album that finds the vocalist and songwriter exploring uncharted territory. In his own words, Matisyahu states "“This is definitely pushing the boundaries of what I’ve done before,” he acknowledges. “It’s a new kind of record for me.”

Here's the track listing: 1. Crossroads (Feat. J. Ralph) 2. Sunshine 3. Searchin 4. Buffalo Soldier (Feat. Shyne) 5. Fire of Freedom 6. Bal Shem Tov 7. I Believe In Love 8. Breathe Easy 9. Summer Wind 10. Live Like A Warrior 11. Tel Aviv’n 12. King Crown of Judah (Feat. Shyne and Ravid Kahalani) 13. Shine On You

I enjoyed listening to the whole album but the lead track "Sunshine" is probably my favorite. If you would like to view the video, click ">here and click here if you'd like to pre-order the album.

Now for the giveaway - 1 winner will receive a copy of Matisyahu's Spark Seeker. Here's how to enter:

For 1 entry - follow my blog and leave a comment with your email letting me know you're following. (If you're already a follower, leave a comment to let me know).

For another entry - "like" the Little Pink Plum facebook fan page and leave a comment here to let me know. If you've already like the page, leave a comment to let me know. Either way you enter (you can do both) leave a way for me to contact you.

The giveaway starts today and ends July 16. I'll select a winner using random.org and contact that person for the mailing address. Good luck!

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Free Slurpee Day!

It's that time of the year again - 7/11's birthday! And to celebrate they are giving away 7.11 ounce Slurpees. Enjoy!

Wednesday, July 4, 2012

Happy 4th of July!

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!