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Celebrating Creativity: My Weekly Linky Party Highlights!

Hello everyone! Welcome back to my weekly linky party, where we can celebrate the amazing creativity of our community! Each week, it’s a joy for me to feature talented bloggers who inspire with their DIY projects, delicious recipes, stylish fashion tips, and more.

This week, I’m thrilled to showcase four outstanding bloggers who have truly impressed me:

A Ray of Sunlight

You are going to love this DIY whitewash dresser project. Their attention to detail, including dark stained accents and stylish knobs, transformed an old dresser into a stunning piece. You can see their inspiring creation here.

Ann’s Entitled Life

Ann treated me to a mouth-watering Snickerdoodle layer cake recipe. With cinnamon sugar frosting and a delightful cinnamon-sugar center, it’s a must-try for any cake enthusiast! Get the full recipe here.

Masterpieces of My Life

Mary Jo enchanted me with a rustic lavender tablescape that exudes charm and elegance. From rustic willow chargers to delicate lavender accents, Mary Jo’s styling tips are absolutely inspiring! Explore her beautiful tablescape here.

South House Designs

Diane delighted me with a fun DIY project creating moss-covered orbs. Using affordable materials from Dollar Tree, Diane shows us how to bring a touch of nature indoors with these whimsical decorative orbs. Learn how to make your own here.

Karin’s Kottage Happenings!

I am currently in the airport waiting for to see if our flight is cancelled 🙁 We are returning from an adventurous trip to Italy, where I experienced the hot and humid climate firsthand. Coming from Utah’s dry heat, adjusting to the humidity was a challenge, but it was worth it! Highlights of my trip included visits to Casoli, Pizza making class, checking in on our Palazzo, scenic bike rides and enjoying the Adriatic sea, and attending a mesmerizing outdoor concert featuring the talented Italian operatic pop trio, il Volo, in Lanciano. It was an unforgettable experience!

Thank you to all our featured bloggers for sharing your talents and inspirations with us. Your creativity continues to inspire our community. Join us again next week for more amazing projects, recipes, and DIY ideas. Until then, keep creating and shining bright!

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  1. Jennifer says

    July 26, 2024 at 6:57 am

    Hi Karin! Thanks so much for hosting the link party! I am enjoying finding new blogs and new recipes. Have a wonderful weekend!

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  2. Julie Briones says

    July 25, 2024 at 1:59 pm

    Thank you so much for hosting. I’m so excited for you and your new business venture! You are one busy woman!

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  3. MaryJo Materazo says

    July 24, 2024 at 11:24 am

    Thanks so much for the party and the lavender table feature. I appreciate the love. Your trip to Italy sounded amazing as always. I hope you didn’t spend too much time at the airport. Xo- MaryJo

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  4. Jenna says

    July 24, 2024 at 6:15 am

    Thanks so much Karin! Your trip to Italy sounds wonderful, I hope you get home all right!

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  5. Debra Oliver says

    July 23, 2024 at 6:11 pm

    Thanks for having us over, Karin. Your trips to Italy are always so exciting!

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  6. Melynda Brown says

    July 23, 2024 at 4:24 pm

    Karin, great features, as always and thanks for hosting. Melynda @scratchmadefood!

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  7. Esme Slabbert says

    July 23, 2024 at 9:20 am

    Thanks, Karin, for hosting and having me over.
    My entries this week are numbered #11+12
    Hope you will join/share M-Sat at https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

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  8. Debbie- Dabble says

    July 23, 2024 at 7:11 am

    Karin,
    Thanks so much for hosting!! I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into it along with visiting all the links!!
    Hugs,
    Deb
    Debbie-Dabble Blog

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