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Colorblock Butterflies

One of the most gratifying things as a blogger is hearing and seeing that people try out the things you post, recreate it and then spread the word about your blog. THANK YOU for sharing my site with your friends and family, sweet readers. As the blog readership grows and the opportunities for my site expands, I’m hoping I can continue to bring you inspiring cards and projects, recipes, thought provoking posts, along with giveaways and coupons. Hope that sounds good to all of you! *wink*

With Spring right around the corner, I have been obsessed with the fresh and cheery colors on the horizon. I decided to put together some of my favorite colors on this card and the result is something that makes me long for Spring even more. Polka dots, glitter and some of my new May Arts ribbon and you have a combination that is swoon worthy.

How lovely are these butterflies and the sentiment? I honestly can’t stop using this sentiment- it encapsulates my feelings for so many of my close friends and family. Also, isn’t the handwriting amazing? LOVE it to pieces!

What stamp or crafting item are you obsessed with at the moment? Along with this sentiment, I have a few others that I can’t seem to put down. I’ll share them with you soon- hopefully in video form!

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NOT LISTED: moss, aqua, hibiscus and kraft cardstock, paper piercer, black pen

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Cilantro Lime Shrimp

It has been a while since I’ve posted a guest post! What I am sharing today is a favorite between Paulina and I that we can eat day or night, hot or cold. It is more of a “sunny day” dish, but definitely still enjoyable in times when the sun is in dire need of showing itself.

I absolutely love this dish and am happy to say that I eat it all the time. It’s easy to make, doesn’t require a lot of ingredients and tasty!

Cilantro Lime Shrimp

Recipe Type: Entree

Author: Krista Nakamura

Prep time: 5 mins

Cook time: 15 mins

Total time: 20 mins

Ingredients

1/2 lime
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup picked cilantro
3 T minced garlic
1 pound Shrimp, peeled and uncooked
Salt
Pepper

Instructions

Heat wok on high heat. Add half of the Olive Oil and Garlic.
Add shrimp and cook on medium heat. Season with salt and pepper.
Chop up cilantro until desired size, mix with shrimp.
Once shrimp is opaque in color, squeeze in the juice of the lime. Turn heat off and add the rest of the olive oil for an even coat. Finish and serve.

Heat wok on high heat. Add half of the Olive Oil and Garlic.

Add shrimp and cook on medium heat. Season with salt and pepper.

Chop up cilantro until desired size, mix with shrimp.

Once shrimp is opaque in color, squeeze in the juice of the lime. Turn heat off and add the rest of the olive oil for an even coat. Finish and serve.

I have just flipped to a new chapter in life by moving to San Francisco this past week. I’ll be working in a kitchen here and will be playing with local ingredients and playing with new recipes. I hope that you won’t mind a few new and exciting ingredients that I will have in future posts! The beauty of the internet, I can still contribute from a different location!

Thank you so much for reading. I hope that some of you will try out this recipe. If you do, be sure to let me know! Also, if you want to see specific recipes (appetizers, entrees, desserts), I want to hear that too. Enjoy!

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Random Loves

February Random Loves

Whew, I barely was able to fit this post in this month! It’s amazing how packed my blog calendar can fill up these days. It’s time for my monthly Random Loves post and this one definitely lives up to its name, on all levels. Each of these products are things I’m loving at the moment and well, they’re pretty random.

If you have followed my blog, you know that each month I host a Random Loves post here on the blog. These posts are filled with random items I’m loving that month. It’s been so much fun to see YOUR lists over these months and check out the items you are listing. I’ve been introduced to many new things thanks to your suggestions!

I’m excited to show you what I have listed, so let’s jump right into the post.

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lip balm can be found here

It’s a guarantee that I’ll have some sort of lip product in my purse at any given time. If I’m being honest, it’s not uncommon for there to be 4-7 different products that can be used on my lips shuffling around in my purse. With the cold weather, my current favorite are the eos lip balms. They are so cute and they smell divine, too!

mug can be found here

It’s no secret that my love of mugs is continuing to grow, thanks to my friend Victoria at Re.Served. She just listed this new design {as of yesterday} and I am in mug love! How pretty is this color, the adorable trees and those birds? This design is definitely one of my favorites of hers and I can’t wait to get one for myself soon!

The Becoming can be found here

Back in November, I was so blessed to have the amazing Jenny Simmons as my Featured Blogger. You all got a peek at her heart, her passions and some of you were able to even win her single! Her very first solo cd released at the beginning of the month and I am loving it to pieces. {I’ll do a post on a particular song that stuck out to me soon} If you’re looking for a powerful Christian cd, this one is a great one.

Lucky Charm paper pack found here

I’ve always enjoyed stamping my own patterned papers, but recently, I have been obsessed with paper packs. Specifically 6 x 6 paper packs. There are so many new ones coming out- I just ordered three more {this being one of them}. The colors, patterns and unique style on these papers grabbed me instantly and I can’t wait to receive it!

foundation can be found here

I’ve been a MAC girl for as long as I can remember. Recently, I decided to try a drug store foundation, since my make-up costs weren’t something I was proud of. After contemplating all of the different brands {goodness, there are so many}, I decided to go with the Revlon Photoready foundation. I must say, the color, look and feel is amazing. In fact, I think I like the coverage even more than my old MAC one! On top of that, it’s only 1/3 the cost!

What are a few of YOUR favorite things at the moment? It can be drinks, shows, clothing, movies, etc…. it just might introduce me (and others) to some new things! I can’t wait to see your lists!

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You Color My World

I hope that you all had a wonderful weekend. I kept quite busy with a lot of design team cards, behind-the-scenes blog work and also got carried away with lots of cleaning on Saturday night. Yes, it’s true, this single gal doesn’t do the partying scene but rather keeps herself busy with domestic duties. Don’t I lead a glamorous life? *wink*

Each time I get an email saying there is a new 10 Minute Craft Dash #12 entry, I get giddy. The amount of entries already have been more than usual and the talent packed into those entries is phenomenal. There are still five days left to submit your creations and the DT and I look forward to looking at what you make!

Here is my second take on our current color palette- one of the most favorited color palettes to date. We have had a large amount of Paper Smooches fans join for the first time and I couldn’t be more thrilled. Welcome to all the first-time participants!

Time it took to create: 7 minutes 42 seconds

I received the Word Salad as my very first Paper Smooches set and have enjoyed playing with it. So many fun sentiments in this one! One really can’t go wrong with lots of polka dots in this color palette and a versatile sentiment.

I’ll be back tomorrow with my February Random Loves post. Warning: this one will definitely be living up to its name. Crafty items, beauty items and some surprises along the way. Hope you will join me and list what you are loving right now!

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Friendly Robots Galore

While I am definitely a girly girl, I must admit that I enjoy playing with “boy” stamps occasionally. Putting aside the pinks and purples in lieu of browns and blues was just what I needed to kick-start my creativity again. Sometimes doing a 180* is the ticket to getting everything geared up again. Has anyone else noticed this helps sometimes?

I recently was going through my stamp stash and stumbled across the Friendly Robot, a stamp I haven’t used in quite a while. I forgot how adorable {and fun} this stamp is! How can one resist smiling when stamping with this cutie?

I have been doing a lot of masking in cards recently and couldn’t resist using this technique on this card. How fun are these robots peeking out from all directions? You can use all sorts of stamp designs in the Scallop Circle, the most recent Product Spotlight on the DeNami blog.

For those that entered my Facebook exclusive giveaways, I announced the winners on Wednesday. Thank you to everyone who has liked the Pretty Pink Posh Facebook page and helped me reach 500. I have plans to do another giveaway once we reach the next milestone number….every “like” counts! *wink*

That’s going to wrap up today’s post. Off to go get 10 Minute Craft Dash sponsorships started for the last part of the year, lots of crafting done and hopefully a video or two filmed. I hope you have a productive Friday, too!

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Thankful For You

If it were possible, I would give each and every person who visited my blog yesterday a hug. You all have BLOWN ME AWAY with how you have spread the word about my blog, your heartfelt emails and sweet comments. Yesterday was officially the highest amount of visits in the five years I’ve been blogging to date. Here’s to another big milestone….Thank you from the very bottom of my heart. Today’s card is dedicated to all of YOU!

I have to admit, I am so happy with how this card turned out. The bright and happy colors are really making me look forward to Spring and all of the glittery flowers just make me swoon. Does anyone else wish that glittery flowers were real? If anyone sees some, let me know. *wink*

If you’ve followed my blog for a little bit, you know that I am in love with my Martha Stewart Picket Fence punch. Yesterday I created more cards and yes, you may see it again on more cards soon. Right next to my scallop punches, this one is next on my “must have” list.

I hope that you all have a wonderful day and can feel the love I’m sending your direction. I am a little bit behind on replying to emails, but if you have written to me, I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. It’s been a little hectic working on upcoming sponsorships for the blog and 10 Minute Craft Dash, along with collaborations and other things. Lots of fun stuff brewing here on Pretty Pink Posh!

I will talk with you all very soon. Thanks for stopping by!

NOT LISTED: pink, green & yellow cardstock, Martha Stewart Picket Fence punch

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Craft Dash

10 Minute Craft Dash #12

Today’s challenge is one I’ve been looking forward to for quite a few months. Not only do we have a fun color palette, we also have a first-time sponsor, who I’ll introduce a little later in this post.

My fabulous DT has created all sorts of lovely inspiration using today’s palette. Seeing their items made me want to create even more things, which you’ll see during the duration of this challenge.

* If you aren’t able to stay within the 10 minutes, you can still link up your item! While it won’t quality for the winner spot, it still might be featured in the favorites!

Now onto the sponsor for this challenge…. Kim from Paper Smooches has graciously offered up a $20 gift certificate for the winner of this challenge. With a huge selection of clear stamps and the brand new steel dies and wood mounted stamps, the lucky winner will have SO much fun shopping!

Not only do we have a fun prize, we also have some special guests joining in this challenge! These gals are talented and I definitely cannot wait to see what they whipped up for this 10 Minute Craft Dash. Here are their links:

Kim Hughes (owner/ designer)

Emily Leiphart

Kalyn Kepner

Karolyn Loncon

Laura Bassen

Laurie Schmidlin

How to Play

Create a card/craft project within 10 minutes featuring the color palette.
Post the time it took to create.
Be sure to include the challenge graphic in your post and link to the challenge.
You may combine a total of three challenges with your entry. You may enter the challenge a maximum of two times.
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You can pull out your supplies before your timer starts!

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10 Minute Craft Dash #11 Highlights

Today I’m announcing the 10 Minute Craft Dash #11 Highlights! I just finished watching a few videos that went along with submissions- oh my goodness, I am laughing so hard. Thank you to everyone who not only took the time to participate, but also include a video! Seeing the creative processes is such a hoot and makes me wish we could all craft together!

If you are interested in getting a head start on the next Craft Dash, I have the colors that will be featured on the Pretty Pink Posh Facebook page. This is EXCLUSIVE to those who like my page. If you go there and go to “exclusives”, you get to see the next 10 Minute Craft Dash challenge a day early!

Okay, now onto the winner and the favorites for this past challenge….

Congratulations to Lea L!

Please email me (click the contact on the top right) with your contact info to claim your prize. Also, you get to grab the badge below and proudly display it on your blog!

Here’s your winner badge- you deserve it!

Ready for some of my favorites? If you’re new to the Craft Dash, I always pick out some entries to showcase and share with you. There are so many amazing entries and I can’t help but shout out some of them. Here are the links to the gals I picked this time around….be sure to stop by each of the blogs to take a look at the beautiful cards! {Ladies, feel free to grab the badge below and put it on your blogs!}

Jen Rzasa

Tracy Ercole

Kara {kandrdesigns}

Stacy

Chupa

Rema T.

I hope to see you tomorrow for the new challenge. We have a first time sponsor who is VERY popular in blog land, along with inspiration from my DT AND some special guests. I heard there is also a video somewhere in the mix….you definitely won’t want to miss out on the fun!

Thank you for joining me today and continuing to spread the word on the 10 Minute Craft Dash. Seriously, seeing new names come up on each challenge from all across the globe is one of the best things ever. I wonder what new states, cities and countries will appear next time!

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My Favorite Crafting Tool….

Today’s a fun day for me- I’m doing a special feature over on the DeNami Addict blog! Basically, this feature showcases some must-have crafting tools and reasons on why the blogger loves it. Easy enough, right? Wrong. I had the hardest time choosing what I wanted to feature!

After pondering for a few weeks, I finally decided I wanted to share my love of my Big Shot machine with all of you. I hope I didn’t scare you away…..I know it’s a pricey item. I want to share all of the reasons I LOVE my machine and how it’s been an investment I wish I made sooner.

Below is a card that uses a decorative shape I die cut, and dry embossed with a folder. These simple little additions change up the card and add texture and elegance in just a few easy steps.

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Since I’ve been on a roll with filming videos, I have another new one to share showcasing my Big Shot machine, the different ways I use it and a brief peek at my die storage.

Thank you for letting me share with you all today. Be sure to head on over to the DeNami Addict blog– I posted five reasons why I love my Big Shot machine. I hope you’ll consider purchasing a die cut machine- it will change your crafting life forever. :)

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Happy Valentine’s Day + Video

Happy Valentine’s Day, sweet blog friends!

Each of you mean so very much to me- I’m grateful for those who have followed me since the beginning, and those who just found my blog recently. Your words of encouragement, blog comments and viewership mean a lot to me.

As promised, I have a more light-hearted post to share today. There are less than three days left to join in the 10 Minute Craft Dash #11 and I wanted to bring you a little more inspiration using this theme. Since today is THE day of love, I wanted to load it up with all sorts of hearts and tons of girlie elements.

Time it took to create: 9 minutes 37 seconds

If you watched my haul video, you saw that I just got the Shadow Ink Cup O’ Joe pad. I must say, I really do like it. I still haven’t played much with the pink colors- I’ll keep you posted on my thoughts of those soon.

I was so inspired by Jess’ video that I wanted to create one for you today. Two videos in a week? Wow! Sadly, I got this idea after work and well, the lighting is not that great. Hopefully you can still enjoy it though!

I hope that you enjoyed today’s card and video. If you get a chance, the DT and I would love for you to join us in the 10 Minute Craft Dash #11. Remember, you only need to set aside 10 minutes in your day AND you’ll get a workout in there, too! *wink*