It's a PINTASTIC Friday! And week in pics, too!

Wow, we've had some crazy weather this week. Lots of rain and local flooding. Our summer nights are starting to free up now, too, thanks to the sports seasons for both kids wrapping up this week. I love watching them play, but could do without running all over the place for games and practices! We are also counting down for our vacation. Getting really excited!

Are you on Facebook? I'm reaching a milestone with my followers. If you aren't following Crazylou on Facebook, click HERE and press "like"  and share my page with your friends. I will be giving away a fabulous prize once I hit that milestone!

Here are some pictures from this week, which you probably have seen if you follow me on Instagram (find me @crazyloucreations):

 

 

Did you catch the Super Moon over the weekend? I love how bright it was.

 

 

A neighbor of mine had a gathering at her house where we learned how to make our own homemade, natural products. I'll be doing a blog post about this soon! It was fun!

 

 

All of this rain has my herbs growing like crazy!

 

 

Here are my favorite PINS of the week, which will also be PINNED again to my PINASTIC Friday Board!

 

 

This salad looks so refreshing! YUM! Check it out over on lmld.org!

 

This is taking the ice cream cakes to an entirely new level! Can't wait to make this for our next gathering! Get the scoop over at Blooming on Bainbridge!

 

 

Anyone else need to know this? Visit Creative Green Living for the how-to!

 

 

Have a great weekend! Can you believe 4th of July is already next week?????

 

 





 

 



PINTASTIC Friday & Week in Review

It's finally Friday. I think I say that every week! Today I am heading out to a golf outing for work. Any day not spent behind the desk and computer is a good day--even if I don't do so well on the links!

Did you see my post yesterday about our House Party Super Soaker Party? SO. MUCH. FUN. Check it out here. How about Father's Day--we had absolutely gorgeous weather here in IL for the weekend--it was a busy day, but I got to spend it with all my top pops in my life!

Hailey made her dad breakfast (in bed) for Father's Day. She did this all by herself. I didn't get this for Mother's Day, so I think she likes him more than me. Yes, I have issues!

Here is a picture of me and my dad. This is where I get my silly craziness from.

Hailey loves driving the lawn mower around Nanny & Papa's yard. I remember doing this, too. Only I would be wearing my Walkman!

The loves of my life. Dad and kids. Great pic!



On to my top PINS of the week! Oh, and I've created a special PINTASTIC Friday Board on Pinterest. Be sure you follow it!

Our family loves Nutella. This is on my list to bake! Check out Sally's Baking Addiction for the recipe.

I've been making home cleaners for a few years, but haven't found a good toliet bowl cleaner. Gonna have to try this one by diy Confessions.

Maybe it's the marketing person in me, but I love fonts. Aren't these cute? Go get them over at The Crafting Chicks.

Thank you for joining me. Have a great weekend!





PINTASTIC Friday!! Week in Review!

Hi. How are ya? I posed this question on my personal Facebook Page--"give me an example of when NO NEWS IS GOOD NEWS and then I'd believe it." Do you have an example? I'm really trying to think positive, but its killing me not having the answer!!

This weekend we are hosting a House Party Super Soaker Party! My kids are very excited! Have you heard of House Party? You sign up (for free) and can apply to be a party host. If you are chosen as a host, you receive a Party Package (ours included 5 Nerf Super Soakers and 12 bags of Cheetos!) and agree to hold a party to test out the goods! What fun! I'll be sharing my party details next week!

Here's what happened in pictures this week:

We attended an outdoor concert at Alpine Valley to see the Zac Brown Band. We broke records that night with their largest attendance to date! It was a lot of fun!

I also gave blood this week. I always feel great after giving blood. Do you give blood?

Wednesday afternoon we received horrible storms in our region. Luckily, our neighborhood only received a nice steady downfall, some lightening and thunder!

My daughter's turn to bring treats for soccer--she picked cake balls! She helped make them!

Now...on to the PINS!

With 4th of July Right around the corner, these would be super cute on the table! Visit It All Started With Paint for all the details.



I'm pretty sure everyone can benefit from reading this post about Stinky Sandals! Thanks Frugal Fun 4 Boys!

I've been making my own taco seasoning for about a year now, but this one sounds amazing! Head on over to Involving Color to find out what spices are included!

Have a great weekend! See you next week! Oh and HAPPY FATHER'S DAY! And if you still need a quick gift, be sure to check out my DAD ROCKS last minute picture frame and my Father's Day Survey Printable!





PINASTIC Friday & Week in Review

TGIF!!
It's been a long week. I've been waiting for news and it still hasn't arrived yet. Most of you that know me understand that I am not very patient. It's been killing me!! So, remember last Friday I mentioned I was doing the Color Vibe with some Sorority Sisters? Nearly 8,000 people ran or walked in this event! It was crazy packed, but fun! Here's a recap of my week in pictures:

My Sorority Sisters Jen Stelter and Jen Schulien--we've had fun doing runs together!



Hailey showing some fierce soccer skills! She scored her first goal of the season in this game!

Mr. Carson's last picture before getting contacts! He was so excited to get rid of the glasses!

Lastly, my Cupcake Wars Birthday Bash was featured in a local magazine: Rockford Parent.com!

Now, on to my favorite pins!

Could see my kids do something like this as a summer craft! Check out this blog for the scoop!

These punch cards are a great way to encourage children to help around the house!

YUM! Flatbread tacos with Ranch Sour Cream! Get the recipe here.

Well, this weekend my husband and I will be going to the Zac Brown Concert with another couple. It's in at an outdoor concert facility--hoping for warm, no rain weather tomorrow night! What are you up to?



PINTASTIC Friday!

Wow, with the holiday on Monday, this week certainly flew by. Is it me or did you second guess what day it was almost all week long?! Geez...I think I'm getting old. 

I'm running in the Color Vibe this weekend...hoping to post pics early next week, but if you don't want to miss out, follow me on Instagram--they will be there for sure! Here are a few pictures from last night, which I posted to Instagram:

My little man got to play catcher last night in his baseball game. He did great!

The game got cut short because of a storm rolling in...cool pic, huh?

Now...onto the pins...

Let's start this off on the right note:

Wow...two versions of this Strawberry Drink (one alcholic and one kid friendly).

Check out Crazy For Crust for the recipes.

I love baked Sweet Potato Fries...these look tasty!

Happy Hour Projects makes everything look so easy in her tutorials! I really need to try this!

Until next time...I hope you have a fabulous weekend! Thanks for stopping by!





PINTASTIC Friday!

Here's another addition of Pintastic Friday! Hope you had a great week and fun plans for the holiday weekend! I can't believe it is Memorial Day weekend already!

My first Pin that I am featuring this week caught my eye because our family will be taking a vacation to England this summer...I need all the help I can get planning it!

 

Check out Your Home Based Mom and her suggestions for London.

 

Not that I'm a fashionista or anything, but I love this look!

Head over here to see more Summer Fashion Trends.

 

And since this weekend is the kick-off to BBQ season...

Check out these 35 awesome ideas at Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks!

 

 

So, there you have my 3 favorite pins of the week. Tune in on Monday...I have a special guest visiting! Have a super weekend!!


 

PINTASTIC Friday and a Recipe Swap!!

Yes! It's Friday! I've got some fun news to share with you today. I’m participating in a Good Old Fashioned Recipe Blog Swap! Julie {White Lights on Wednesday}, Kelley {Miss Information} and Rachel {i love my disorganized life} have paired up 30 incredible bloggers to trade blogs for the day.

Candy from Candy Girl and I will be sharing a fabulous recipe on each other’s blogs {but we can’t tell you what they are, because they’re a secret!}. Be sure to visit both of us on May 27th, we wouldn’t want you to miss out on any deliciousness!

Now, onto with the top PINs of the week!

How amazing do these Stackers look? You can thank the Lady Behind the Curtain for these!

Mouth-watering. Enough said. Check out the awesome blog of Real Housemoms for the recipe.

Summer starts for us on Tuesday. This list is going to come in handy!

Check out Creative Geekery for the printable version!

I've got a jammed packed weekend planned--kids sports, a retirement party, wedding and hopefully some flower planting. Hope you enjoy the weekend!(Oh, and the last day of school is on Monday already!) UGH!