Make-it-yourself creations by MaddyLane Designs

Crowning of Queen for the Hudson St-Patrick's Parade

2011-03-10T17:33:00.002-05:00

Crowning of Queen for the Hudson St-Patrick's Parade
St-Patrick's Parade, Willow crowning of the queen and princesses.
photo by maddylane
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2011 St-Patricks parade queen is....Suzy de Bellefeuille
congratulations

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Inspirational Greeting Cards by Maddylane

2011-03-08T16:24:00.004-05:00

Inspirational Greeting Cards by Maddylane

This Week`s Special ~ Until March 15th ONLY
Get a pack of 6 assorted inspirational greetings cards by Maddylane

Spring Collection 2011
Made in Québec, Canada.
Inspirational Photo Greeting Cards ... photographs of the Vaudreuil-Soulanges area,
Hudson, St-Lazare, Rigaud, St Marthe.
4 x 6 inches; Blank greeting cards on quality stock paper with envelops, in assorted packages.

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You'll be my love...

2010-11-22T12:45:00.005-05:00

You'll be my love...

A sneak peak at one of the many photo art creations that will be at the upcoming
Photo Exposition Fundraiser Event for the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Palliative Care Residence..
November 30th ~ Harwood Galerie ~ Vaudreuil, Hudson

All my photos have a story and an inspirational quote usually written by me. For this one I could not have written a better quote. I titled this one, Who'll be my love , which was inspired by a Cat Stevens song, ruby my love, that was playing while working on the exposition. I thought the words went very well with the story of this photo capture.

Who'll be my love

You'll be my love

You'll be my sky above

Who'll be my light

You'll be my light

You'll be my day and night

You'll be mine tonight

Hand stained photo art frames and photo laminations, in various sizes will be part of the photo exposition fundraiser as well as many other photo creations and goodies, wine and cheese, music by Mark Drisdelle and good times.

Hope you will come join us, to help support this community cause.

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Photo Exposition Fundraiser Event for the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Palliative Care Residence. Soul Inspirations by Maddylane

2010-11-13T08:02:00.004-05:00

Photo Exposition Fundraiser Event for the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Palliative Care Residence. Soul Inspirations by Maddylane ~

Tuesday, November 30 · 6:00pm - 11:00pm
Galerie Harwood, 3663 Ch. Harwood, Vaudreuil, Québec

You are invited to join us for this special fundraiser community event to raise funds for the Palliative Care Residence , because it takes a community.

* Fine art nature photography ~ canvas & laminations ~ photo books ~ photo gifts ~
* Wine & cheese celebration with salon music by Mark Drisdelle.
* raffle tickets to win this photo wall art titled "The Journey" it takes a community.

I would like to invite you to my first photo exposition fundraiser in collaboration with and proceeds going to the Fondation Vaudreuil-Soulages Health Care Foundation ~ for the Vaudreuil-Soulages Paliative Care Residence.
It takes a community. Join us for this special evening, come view my inspirational photograph Collection titled
"Soul Inspirations".
Each of my photographs has a personal inspirational story, which comes with every work of art. My photographs are printed on canvas and then mounted on gallery wooded boxstyle hand stained frames. Laminations will also be available. I only make one of a kind creations, each photo creation is unique.

Come join us to help support this very special cause ~ Thank you
MaddyLane Designer ~ Photographer
www.miycreations.com

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Happy Thanksgiving ~ Celebrations, Recipes and Decorations

2010-10-10T09:54:00.004-04:00

Happy Thanksgiving ~ Celebrations, Recipes and Decorations Blessings with much gratitude for everyday.

Curry Pumpkin Soup recipe
Apple & Cheese Torte recipe
Thanksgiving decorations, nature inspired

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Nature Photographs Art Collection ~ Inspirations by Maddylane

2010-08-06T13:03:00.002-04:00

NEW ~ Nature Photographs Art Collection ~ Inspirations by Maddylane
I'm very proud to introduce my nature photographs Art Collection. Each of my
photographs has a personal inspirational story, which comes with every work of art.
by Maddylane ~ Canadian Designer ~ Photographer I invite you to view the full collection. Photo Art for the heart & Soul.

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Summer Home & Garden Decor Inspirations

2010-07-19T07:07:00.001-04:00

Summer Home & Garden Decor Inspirations

Decorating with natures elements is the key to a fresh and simple home and garden summer decor.
The Summer heat reflects a laid-back style with nothing too fussy...just keep it simple with these
Inspirational summer home and garden decor creations you can make easily yourself.
View the full article and more photos at maddylane.com

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Hudson British Car Show

2010-05-31T12:23:00.001-04:00

Hudson British Car Show
Hudson British Car Show 2010
L'exposition de voitures Anglaise de Hudson

It was a beautiful day at the 5th Hudson British Car Show which was held Sunday may 30th in Hudson...This years Hudson British Car Show attract people from all over, and every year the show and its popularity keeps growing among visitors of all ages. Classic British cars where on exhibit, such as London Taxi's from the 50's to 300SL & 190SL Mercedes to Morris 8's , Triumphs, Daimlers, Studebakers, Corvairs and MGA's.

Perhaps I have a different car criteria over men, but any car that had a picnic basket on it get my attention, there is something so nostalgic about these beauties. View my photo collection from the event, the wheels, the hoods, the hood ornaments, the font frills, the back side etc...

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Miy quick gardening tips for hand cleaning

2010-05-23T11:05:00.001-04:00

quick gardening tips for hand cleaning

Miy Gardening tips ~ How to clean dirty gardening hands. See the video.
Plus more gardening tips to save money!

I love gardening and getting my hands full of dirt, it’s a great way to connect with nature and to feel the
essence of your garden. Here’s my tips on how to clean dirty gardening hands.

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Spring ~ Summer Decor Trends & inspirations...

2010-05-18T15:06:00.001-04:00

miycreations.com, Miy inspirations, miy, at home decor with Maddy

Inspirations comes from many places, I would even say that we all inspire each other in many ways. As a designer, one of my favorite things to do is simply go window shopping...no buying. I like to see the retail trends and then I put my on interpretations and twist into my creations. Sometimes its a fabric or a colour that will inspire me, or a shape or a unique detail. It's never just one thing as a whole, its a combination of bits and pieces of the things I have seen. It can even be a fashion item I saw on a walker by. I always come back from these excursions most inspired. I always look at it all as a whole, the decorations, the fashions, the buildings, all of it inspires me in one form or an other. These are some of the items that caught my creative eye and spirit this season while in Montreal window shopping and at the Montreal Spring Gift Show which is for trade only (so you can get an concept of what up and coming).

After I see things that inspire me, I let them simmer, I kayak, I get inspired by nature and then when I make things, I get a creative serge that leads the way to a new creation.

View the full trend report and photos Spring~Summer Decor Trends & inspirations ...

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Miy Photo-Clips for Mothers's Day ~ Making Memories Last

2010-05-02T10:20:00.003-04:00

Mother's Day Gift Creations: Miy Photo-Clips, Gardens of memories for mom!
Make and give mom a garden of memories ~ insert hand made photo clips in her
favorite flower presentation or to decorate a gift. You can embellish your photo clip creations with little charms of mementos that mom loves. Its a great way to recycle and utilize various collectibles from broken jewelry pieces.

As a mother my favorite gifts to receive on Mother's Day has always been the gifts my children made with love, because they have put thought and the hearts in their creations. Plus anything with flower is always a hit with moms.

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Miy Kids Eco Creations Book

2010-04-21T15:45:00.000-04:00

Miy Kids Eco Creations Book
NEW Eco Educational Book
by Maddylane

Ideal for Teachers, Educators, Parents, Home schooling, After School programs and day camp programs.

Teachers you will be able to show each miy eco Kids creation project and video on your class Smart Board or at home on
your computer. In keeping in the green spirit you can make printouts
only if needed. Perfect eco creations for art class lesson plans.

Miycreations is Eco-Friendly make it yourself Home Décor, Crafts, Fashion and mixed media creations and inspirations for the home and family, by Canadian Designer, Columnist and Photographer Maddylane. The MIY goal is to advocate a creative way of thinking, while educating and teaching miy hands on skills, for a greener
home and world, one miy creation at a time, in order to reduce the landfills of basic household items that can creatively be salvaged with style.
Naturally simple ~ inspired by Nature.

View the Special Miy Earth Day Feature

Miy Recycled Bottled Lantern Creations~ ~
Has been Chosen for Earth Day Feature by the CHA
and the Miy Recycled Bottled Lantern VIDEO

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"Recycled Illuminations for Earth Day Celebrations"

2010-04-16T13:26:00.001-04:00

SPECIAL MIY ~ EARTH DAY NEWS ~ April 22, 2010
Miy Recycled Bottle Craft Creations by Maddylane

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22nd the Craft &
Hobby Association (CHA) is pleased to introduce an eco-friendly, plastic bottle
craft as a way for people to get crafty while saving the planet, one plastic
bottle at a time. CHA has partnered with Maddylane, a Canadian designer
and photographer to provide the tutorial on how to transform plastic
beverage bottles into handcrafted lanterns.

I'm delighted that the CHA (The Craft & Hobby Association)has chosen to feature
Miy Recycled Bottle Craft and especial honored that its to celebrate
Earth Day, because thats what miycreations is all about ~ Miy make it yourself Eco-Friendly creations for the home and family.
Thank you for this recognition ~
Maddylane
View link to see the full article and CHA Earth Day Press Release

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Happy Easter ~ blessings to you and yours

2010-04-04T13:39:00.001-04:00

Miy easy chocolate treat recipe for kids

This easy chocolate fondue is great recipe kids can make on their own with a little help from mom and dad. Hayden loves to make dessert treat for the family. This is his own creation. He had a lot of fun making it and we enjoyed eating it. You can make this recipe with chocolate chips or you can recycle the kids Easter
chocolate pieces.

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Miy Easy Easter Egg Creations

2010-03-31T16:17:00.003-04:00

Miy Easy Easter Egg Creations

Groovy Mod-style Easter Eggs are Over Easy
This Easter, create egg-ceptional colourful mod-style Eaters eggs with simple tie-dye
and tissue-paper techniques. Decorating Easter eggs has never been easier or less
messy than with traditional food-colouring dyes. This project is perfect for art class or to do at home with the kids.

Att: teachers ~ Educators, Parents and grandparents, these are EGG-cellent Easter Egg Creations to make with kids at school or at home with a group of children! Get Cracking!

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Bright Idea for Earth Hour Day Illuminations

2010-03-27T13:55:00.004-04:00

Miy Recycled Bottle Craft
"Recycled Illuminations for Earth Hour Celebrations"
Kids Bottle Lantern Green Craft Creations

Att Teachers & Educations this is a great project to do in class, day camps and summer camps. Visit the link to view the step by step Miy Kids Recycled craft creation.

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Miy file box decor craft with Minwax

2010-03-20T16:58:00.000-04:00

Miy Decor Project ~ Style Files
Getting organized with style

Getting organized is a great way to start the New Year, and you can start with
your files and magazines. This wooden file box organizer has been stained
with water-based stains that are odorless - and therefore perfect to use
indoors this time of year - with easy cleanup afterward. Two different tones of
green water-based stains were applied to give the unpainted wooden
magazine box a creative tone-on-tone wash-type of finish.
miy file box decor craft with Minwax

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Miy St-Patrick's Fun Fashion Feature

2010-03-17T15:00:00.000-04:00

Miy St-Patrick's fashion Fun Feature
St-Patrick's Parade are always so much fun. Hudson Quebec had its very first St Patrick's parade this year. It was a big success everyone got involved. A group of us got together to make a float for the Hudson music festival. My friend Karen wanted to have a Mr & Mrs Lucky Charm outfits. This is what we did, Creative co-creations are always so much fun.

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St-Patrick's Day Crafts & Inspirations

2010-03-15T14:11:00.000-04:00

St-Patrick's Day Sweet Treats, fun festive costumes ideas, St-Patrick's Pooch parade, Decor creations & inspirations...and much more come explore...Cheers!

Happy St Patrick's Day
For each petal on the shamrock
This brings a wish your way -
Good health, good luck, and happiness
For today and every day.

Miy Special St Patrick's Feature
Food, costumes, Decor creations & inspirations

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Make it yourself ~ Modern Fusion Decor

2010-03-13T12:06:00.000-05:00

Make it yourself Geometric mosaic vases with their symmetrical color-play, fusion decor with a contemporary flair It's a simple way to transform
ordinary glass and mirror items into unique luminous home décor accents with
an authentic fusion-glass look. This type of glass paint is so easy to use it was
originally created for children's crafts. It's a modern medium to easily jazz up
home decorative accents. The window paints are blended and poured onto a
plastic sheet liner and once dry they become translucent.

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Miy Easter Project: Easter Retro Collage Creations

2010-03-10T07:35:00.005-05:00

Go Retro this spring by creating your own groovy-style vases to add colour-play to
any floral display. It's an innovative way to transform ordinary glass vases into unique vibrant décor accents with original stained glass appeal.

Att Teachers & educator, this is a superb art project to do in class, using simple recycled glass items. Have fun with your creations.

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Happy International Women's Day

2010-03-08T13:31:00.003-05:00

Happy International Women's Day
Celebrating the Hearts and Souls of all women around the world.
A world without women, would be like a world without flowers. View the rest of the quote

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MIY Teen Bead Decor: Bejeweled Recycled Creations

2010-03-01T15:20:00.004-05:00

MIY Teen Bead Decor: Bejeweled Recycled Creations
Recycled bottles make beautiful beaded decorations. Various recycled bottles
and vases from tinted glass to multi coloured are embellished with a little
pizazz to bejewel a special corner, shelf or mantel.

An ideal craft creation Teens can make during the March break.

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Miy Lucky Charms ~ St Patrick's Green Craft

2010-02-27T11:37:00.000-05:00

Miy Lucky Charms ~ St Patrick's Green Craft
“Fun Frosted Shamrocks for a little Irish luck!” Go Green!
This super easy Saint Patrick's project is a fun way to add a little luck of the
Irish into your home. Irish themed shamrocks glasses and lanterns are perfect
for decorating, gift-giving or simply to enjoy!

Excellent & fun miy project to make with children at home or at schools, perfect activity to keep them busy during the March break!

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Real Winter Sports Canadians do at home

2010-02-26T10:35:00.000-05:00

Our home version of the 2010 Canadian Winter Olympics

This is a special photo series on...
The Real winter sports Canadians do at home and
on the NEW winter games that should be in the next winter Olympics.

Bravo ~ Congratulations to Joannie Rochette!!!
Now thats the Olympic Spirit of a true Champion.
It took much courage to go out and skate with such heart and passion.
Sending you Lots of Love & Hugs

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Miy EGG-Cellent Easter Egg Creations

2010-02-20T16:30:00.004-05:00

Miy EGG-Cellent Easter Egg Creations
Get Cracking ~ Check it out!

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Miy Olympic Spirit Cape ~ Stylish Canadian Olympic Fashions

2010-02-12T08:56:00.004-05:00

Make-it-yourself Stylish Canadian Olympic Fashions
are you ready to cheer, the Winter 2010 Olympics are finally here ;)

Miy Olympic Spirit Cape...
Show your Olympic colours & pride to cheer on all the Athletes for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.

Believe....feel the Canadian Olympic Spirit!
I made this Olympic Spirit cape as my tribute and way to cheer on all the Athletes for the 2010 Vancouver Olympic games. I actually made the Olympic Spirit cape especially for when the Olympic Flame came to our quaint little Town of Hudson, Québec, on December 8th. It was really special to be part of all the excitement and Olympic fever.

Make your own Olympic Spirit cape, it’s a fashionable way to stay warm and cozy while watching the various Olympic sport events live or on television. Actually you can wear the Olympic Spirit Cape all year round ;) I know I will!

You can view the front of the Olympic Spirit Cape on my website, It has an Inukshuk symbol on the front!

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Miy Sake Set ~ Asian Blossoms

2010-02-10T10:20:00.001-05:00

Miy Painting on Ceramic Blossom Sake Set

Here's something that will surely warm you up this winter, and just in time to make it for a romantic weekend or to share with friends for the Chinese New Year celebrations.
A touch of Zen with a specialty pen is all you need to give plain chinaware a brilliant bloom. No paintbrush required, see how, make it yourself.... Cheers

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Miy Flower in Containers ~ Spring inspirations

2010-01-31T13:41:00.000-05:00

Getting your anxious for Spring and pretty flower ~
Come get inspired ~ view a few miy flowers in containers inspirations.
It's not to early to start thinking and planing your floral creations.
Simplicity and style combine to create beautiful flower to enhance your home and lift your spirits
~ Naturally Simple.

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Miy Photo Store has a NEW 2010 look ~ Miy Fotomedia

2010-01-21T15:23:00.001-05:00

As a designer, photographer & columnist, with thousands and thousands of decor, nature photographs and how-to content. A few months ago I started a new photo stock website called miy fotomedia.
After learning curves and tweaking, I have just revamped it to give a new look for 2010.

I invite you to come visit miy fotomedia
Now featuring ~ Valentine & Roses collection

Romantic Roses for your Valentine Media Creations
~ Become a miy fotomedia Member Today! ~

Att media & newspapers, idea for all year round photographs & media.
All NEW how-to Miy media coming soon ~

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Miy Romantic Valentine Crafts ~ Romancing the Home

2010-01-15T13:28:00.004-05:00

Romancing the Home

Miy Romantic Crafts ~ Heartfelt Creations

Miy Valentine Heart Shaped Luminaries

Miy Valentine Text-it LUV Jars

Miy Shabby Chic Valentine Vases
From Re-cycled to Re-defined

Miy Romantic Bead Lamp shades

View More Miy Special Holiday Creations

Decorating for the Chinese New Year
This year also on February 14th is the Chinese New Year (the year of the Tiger)

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Miy Jack Frost Luminaries

2009-12-19T09:36:00.005-05:00

Oh baby its cold outside...so create a holiday centerpiece that is sure to add warmth to your holiday ambiance.
MIY Jack Frost Luminaries .....
Elegant and easy Holiday Centerpiece creation.
Let Jack Frost into your home to add his winter wonderland magic to
your Holiday celebration decorations.

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~ Miy Beautiful Baubles ~ Deck the Halls

2009-12-06T10:28:00.004-05:00

~ Miy Beautiful Baubles ~ Deck the Halls
This holiday season, deck the halls with beautiful ball creations in medleys of rich colours and styles. Make your own holiday ornaments to add among your cherished oldies and to treasure for years to come. Decorating the home with impressive ornaments has never been easier to achieve, utilizing only a handful of basic craft
supplies.

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~ Miy Holiday Gift Dishes project for Kids ~

2009-11-30T16:50:00.000-05:00

~ Miy Holiday Gift Dishes project for Kids ~
Get creative with your holiday gift list, and make a splash with this super easy holiday gift dish project for kids. Teachers and parents, this is an excellent project to do with the kids in a classroom or at home.
See the Make it yourself video

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"Photo Book Christmas Show" by maddylane

2009-11-24T19:31:00.001-05:00

Invitation to Maddylane’s “Photo Book Christmas Show”
by Maddylane ~ Designer, Columnist & Photographer

Date: ~ Friday November 27th 2009, 5-7 pm ~
Where: A Temps Perdu, 76 Cameron, Hudson, Québec, ~

View the Media Press Release ~

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MIY Easy to make Gingerbread Houses and Recipe

2009-11-16T12:38:00.004-05:00

MIY Easy to make Gingerbread Houses and recipe and video.
Making Gingerbread house every year has become a tradition in many households. Ginger bread house don't have to be or fancy...for the kids its all about the fun and candies. You can make simple kits with icing, a bag of candies and the ginger bread walls as gifts for kids.
These are instant hits with the kids! Great holiday idea!

You can make them as kits and give to friends and family. A wonderful way to keep children busy during the holiday season is to have a gingerbread House making party.
Teachers this is a super class holiday craft to make with a group of children.

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Remembrance Day Tribute ~ Hudson Parade!

2009-11-09T21:12:00.000-05:00

A Day of Remembrance..... The Remembrance Day Parade which took place yesterday in Hudson, Quebec Canada, was indeed a day to remember by all. Their Spirits live on!

This is a most touching capture, because as I write this I am most chocked up.
In this photo Hayden Paterson (my son) is showing Kaiden Parkinson and me the poppy the cubs made for him while he was away due to his father's passing away just a few weeks ago, after a long battle with cancer. I was most touched by the cubs own tribute and proud at the same time that people have big hearts and such compassion, proud of the boys. Bob Parkinson was a dear Soul, a wonderful Husband to Lianna, a father of five, in a few words, a great man, also a well respected council member of the Hudson Community. He made his mark in many of us. His Spirit will live on. As such as all those who where here before us, and for us.

Let us remember so we don't forget. Remember the men and women who fought for our country, for they are our heroes! We have all that we have because of theme we are blessed and fortunate to live in such a wonderful beautiful and free country because of theme...Thank you!...and peace to all! The cubs made this beautiful wreath with by cutting poppy flower shapes in craft foam. I thought it was most creative. Wonderful creation and tribute by the Cavagnal Cubs pack. Great job boys ;)
View the video clip Tribute to ~ We are the World

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Miy Fall and Holida fashion Trend Report

2009-11-07T15:09:00.001-05:00

Holiday 2009 Holiday Fashion Trend Report.... Colors, Styles, fabrics.
What to wear this holiday season in style!
This Holiday the Fashion Styles are all Comfort and Joy.

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Miy Paris Theme Holiday Decorations

2009-11-04T17:07:00.002-05:00

Miy Christmas Special Feature

Miy Paris Theme Holiday Decorations;
tabletop setting, Chic holiday decorations, elegant gifts, centerpiece. etc..

My inspiration for my Holiday Paris theme decor was from my childhood nostalgic
Christmases spent at my grandmother's house.

The decorations that I created for my holiday theme table, even if they seem quite elaborate, can easily be created with very few craft supplies, available in arts and crafts and fabric stores and many various remnants from around your home. Make your holidays special, personalized it with style, make it yourself!

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Happy Halloween

2009-10-31T15:17:00.001-04:00

Are you ready for the Spooky Halloween Spirits to come calling!!!!!
When the spirits roam, tricking and treating us mortals.

For last minute Halloween ideas, & inspirations!!!
For make it yourself creative pumpkin craving ideas, costumes and treats ~ visit
MIY Halloween

Happy Halloween preparations and celebrations........

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MIY Halloween Pumpkin Carving Ideas & inspirations

2009-10-26T09:55:00.004-04:00

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Miy Halloween Pumpkin Carving Ideas & inspirations

The countdown is on, with less then a week away... to get ready for the big night... when the cobblings come calling!!!!!

Need some last minute Halloween ideas, creations & inspirations!!!
For make it yourself creative pumpkin craving ideas ~
Miy Halloween Pumpkin Carving ideas

For make it yourself spooky fun Halloween outdoor decor ~
Miy Halloween Decorations Feature

For make it yourself Adult Halloween Costumes ~
Miy Halloween Costume Feature

Have fun getting ready for Halloween............ = D

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Miy Halloween Costumes ~ Zena Costume just added to the Halloween Special Feature

2009-10-22T11:14:00.007-04:00

MIY Halloween Costumes for Adults

I love Halloween! It's the one time of the year you can really have fun creating an outfit. I do not believe one has to spend a lot of money to make real creative costumes. I usually create my costume theme based around the boot style I want to wear. I love boots! Then I went through the stuff that I already had and decided
to make this Zena outfit. It didn’t cost me anything to make this costume, except for some time, which I must admit was lots of fun to make!

Need some Halloween costume inspirations ~ I just posted and added the Zena outfit ~ come visit MIY special Halloween costume feature! Wishing you all happy Halloween creations! Maddylane

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Happy Thanksgiving...

2009-10-10T14:54:00.001-04:00

Giving Thanks ~ For our bountiful blessings
With all that is going on in the world with the economy these days; it is now even more important then ever to count our bountiful blessings rather the dwell on the things that we do not have. What the world needs is not for people to get stuck in the spiral negative energy of fear. Do the opposite, the more we are grateful for what we do have to more we are sending out good energy into the world around us. Thanksgiving is for giving thanks
for our many blessings....if we all did this everyday, the world would be a much better place, ! When you say "I Give Thanks" with genuine gratitude.... You will feel its joy instantly....for these are gifts of true of blessings
Happy Thanksgiving...Blessings and most of all enjoy! Maddylane

Thanksgiving and Fall Decor Photo Stock by Maddylane Photography

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Miy Halloween Costumes for Adults ~

2009-10-08T15:29:00.005-04:00

Miy Halloween Costumes for Adults ~
Halloween is not just for kids ~ You can make fabulous Halloween Costumes with things you already have!
Make it yourself Halloween Costumes...come check it out!!!!!!!
I will be featuring this series of MIY Halloween costumes on miycreations up until Halloween day. These are all costumes that we all made, such as Nacho Libre, Howard Stern, Gangsters, Mr text-it, Mrs. Christmas tree, Woody, Nacho Libre's wife
and Zena. Keep visiting, I'll be posting more Miy Halloween costumes posts....

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2009-10-02T17:29:00.000-04:00

MIY Thanksgiving Special ~ Miy Thanksgiving special feature, decor crafts and inspirations made purely simple!

With Thanksgiving being only a week away....I would like to share with you what we do in our home to decorate and to celebrate Thanksgiving. Decorating for Fall and Thanksgiving doesn't have to be costly. This season try decorating with natures bountiful and colourful elements. One can simply utilize nature's harvest to create beautiful and colour seasonal welcoming displays. After all this is the way the early settlers and our ancestors did. The best part is that it won't cost you a lot of money and you can gather most of the elements from your own backyard or from a nature walk. It's a stylist and creative way to decorate you home indoors and out to give thanks for it all.

Miy Thanksgiving made purely simple, features the following creations;
Miy Thanksgiving Centerpiece ~ Mini Harvest Pumpkin Bouquets
Miy Thanksgiving Tabletop ~ Nature inspired ~ Pure Simplicity
Miy Outdoor Bountiful Decor ~ Going back to basics
and Miy Thanksgiving Feast ~ Delicious inspirations
come get inspired!

Have a wonderful weekend ~ Enjoy!!!!!!!

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Miy Kids Halloween ~ Mini Pumpkin Luminaries

2009-09-29T19:39:00.005-04:00

Miy Kids Halloween ~ Mini Pumpkin Luminaries
Hayden show us how he made his own Halloween decoration.
See the Mini Pumpkin Luminaries Video at miycreations.

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Miy Miy Thanksgiving ~ Apple N CheeseTorte

2009-09-27T10:17:00.000-04:00

It’s apple picking time..thats always lots of fun. One of my favorite fall desserts
is this apple and cheese torte. It’s easy to make! It’s made with all basic
ingredients; cream cheese, almonds,and apples in a springform pan.! Enjoy
this dessert with your loved ones during the holidays. I guarantee you
there will be no left over’s! Not only is it most tasty, I love the aroma when its
baking, so nostalgic!

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New Photos Posts and Collections at Miy Photo Store

2009-09-25T11:38:00.004-04:00

MIY Photo Store ~ The Digital Photo Boutique of Stock Images

The inspirational solution to all your creative and media needs.

Miy Photo Store is a Stock Photo Library Boutique.
We offer High quality and high resolution royalty free professional
stock photos for all your media needs; advertising, prints, editorial, design and web needs such as posters, booklets, leaflets, packaging, etc.

Miy Photo Store helps you find the perfect photo for your creative concepts.
We provide you with the best quality stock photography at the most
affordable prices. Also FREE downloads.

Sign up today ~ it's FREE to become an Miy Photo Store member!
I invite you to come visit, explore all our new photo posts and collections, get inspired!

*NEW Collection Posted ~ Celebrations and Holidays

*New Collection Posted ~ Transportation and Boats

*New FREE Download posts added for Miy Photo Store members

*Nature ~ Tall Grass collection

*Vankleek Hill ~ Fall Street Fair

*Fall and Halloween Decor

*Summer Vacation ~ Ontario

*A day at the Vineyard

*Summer Blooms

*Animals

*Architecture

*Sky

Have a wonderful weekend!

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Miy Zen Harvest Centerpiece

2009-09-19T12:38:00.006-04:00

Miy Zen Harvest Centerpiece
Thanksgiving Craft ~ Zen Thanksgiving

Add a touch of serenity and a spectrum of rich fall colors this Thanksgiving with a
Zen Harvest Centerpiece. Spice it up with delicious aromas of Ginger Peach,
Cinnamon Twist, Harvest, and Asian Spice pillar candles which evoke the senses
for a soothing ambiance. View the full Miy Zen Harvest Centerpiece...

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Stylish Fall Craft ~ MIY Leaf impression Trays

2009-09-17T15:50:00.001-04:00

Stylish Fall Craft ~ MIY Leaf impression Trays
"This fall make a lasting impression"

Miy Fall Decor Project: "Monotone Leaf Impressions"

Miy Fall Craft Decoration Idea; This fall the design trends from the fashion
runways to the home front are making impressive impressions with the pure
elegance of pairing blacks and whites. The classics are back and they are making
an impact. For a sleek, contemporary style, tabletop accents decorated with these
dramatic easy-to-paint and make-it-yourself fall basics can be quite stunning.

To view the MIY Fall project visit "Monotone Leaf Impressions"

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Miy Photo Quote of the week ~ By Maddylane

2009-09-14T10:53:00.000-04:00

Every week I like to post a photo quote and inspiration on my homepage at miycreations.
With the cool September air rolling in, i'm now starting the fall season photos and inspiration. I hope you will visit often to view my new inspirations =)

I invite to you view this weeks NEW post at miycreations
Have a wonderful week!

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Miy Fall Workshops ~ By Maddylane

2009-09-09T09:10:00.004-04:00

Home Decor Crafts 101
Fall 2009 Workshops by Maddylane
Decor Designer Columnist

Discover and learn the arts and crafts of making beautiful things
for your home. Learn hands-on techniques and expert tips and trick of faux-stain glass, wood staining, wood burning, painting on glass, mixed media
and much more... for more information visit miycreations

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Fall and Halloween Decor Photo Gallery ~ by Miy Photo Store

2009-09-08T11:01:00.007-04:00

MIY Fall and Halloween Decor and Decorations Series by Maddylane Designs
Bringing nature into our homes
Earthy, colorful and festive... Decorating with natures harvest

The Digital Photo Boutique of Stock Images

The inspirational solution to all your creative and media needs.
Idea for advertising agencies, websites, bloggers, and newspapers.

To view Miy Halloween Make-it-yourself projects visit miycreations

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Miy SPOT THIS TREND... Fall Budget decor

2009-09-06T19:38:00.001-04:00

Miy Fall Budget Decor
SPOT THIS TREND!
Ideal Budget decor for students!

Creating fabulous Designer Style decor for a lot less.

*Budget decor ideal for Students on a
tight budget, or simply if you want to get
creative with your decor budget!

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Enfolding Embrace...

2009-08-30T13:56:00.001-04:00

Embrace this moment, embrace this day...embrace those you care for
And you will feel the unfolding embrace of love within you and all around you.

New Summer Bloom Photo Series at Miy Photo Store
Big hugs to all, enjoy this day!

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Miy Onion and Cheese Bread Pie ~ Easier then Pie

2009-08-28T11:32:00.002-04:00

Miy Onion and cheese bread Pie.

Creative cooking to save on your food budget!!!!
In today's economy we really have to watch our budgets.
Save where you can. Get creative with your food leftovers to really stretch your
food budget dollars. This is a wonderful recipe to utilize yesterday bread, or
various left over breads, such as French bread which tends to get harder the
next day, etc.

It's such a versatile recipe that you can basically utilize any type of bread you
like and have on hand; such as pita bread, fajita, French bread, multi-grain
bread etc. Make the most of your food, use it creatively instead of throwing it
out, and let noting go to waste.

View the full Miy Easy recipe and pictures at Maddylane.com
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Miy Kids ~ Back to School T-Shirt Art ~ 3D Chic Style

2009-08-23T15:53:00.003-04:00

"Back-to-school 3D Style!

Let your kids design and personalize their back to school fashions with
Textile Pébéo Touch 3D relief paints. They are non-toxic and super easy to use.
Regular Pébéo Touch 3D Paints are a multi-surface relief paints which can be applied to virtually any surface and material such as Paper, cardboard, glass, metal, wood, virtually on all surfaces and materials. They are fabulous for jazzing up all kinds of back to school items from note books to pack sacs. There plenty of time left for the kids to keep busy and creative before they go back to school.

View the full article and NEW Miy Kids Video at miycreations.

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NEW Miy Photo Collection ~ Kissing Spider

2009-08-21T12:26:00.001-04:00

NEW Miy Photo Collection ~ Kissing Spider

Also view NEW Collection: Vineyards
and Summer blooms.

Miy Photo Store is....The Digital Photo Boutique of Stock Images

The inspirational solution to all your creative media and marketing needs and goals.
Our goal is to provide the fine quality photo stock images at a affordable prices for all your media and creative needs. Our specialty is special requests.

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Miy Photo Decor: Nautical Bathroom Cabinet Doors

2009-08-18T16:55:00.004-04:00

Make captiating Decor uisng your vacation and travel photo captures
Miy Photo Decor: Nautical Bathroom cabinet ~ Lighthouse cabinet door panels

Lighting the way to creative summer decor
Create and decorate using your summer vacation capture, and keep that
summer feeling all year round!
Transforming bathroom cabinet doors with lighthouse images for a Nautical
Bathroom. View the full Miy photo decor project

For Nautical theme and lighthouse captures to create this Miy Photo decor project visit Miy Photo Store for FREE Downloads

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The MIY $5.00 Make over Dress ~ Summer Bloom

2009-07-30T15:36:00.001-04:00

The MIY $5.00 Make over Dress ~ the "All Dress"
Recycle it, Paint it and wear it .....From Spring to Fall
Same dress ~ Different looks for all each season.

For all occasions from beach dress, casual, to cocktail and party dress!!!
One dress ~ the MIY all season dress
Recrafted with style ~ this basic cotton dress can be worn several
different ways throughout the seasons.

Even if this summer has not been typical hot summer weather, the bloom dress is ideal to just simply relax at the cottage or on vacation. You can dress it up with a shawl or wear it with your favorite sweater to just curl up and read a book on those rainy days. To created your own inner sun, go dancing in the rain...its lots of fun!

To view the full MIY fashion projects visit maddylane.com

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Reflection beach Chairs ~ 3 Amigos

2009-07-27T16:28:00.001-04:00

Beach Reflections Chairs ~ 3 Amigos by Maddylane Photography
This photograph was chosen for the publicity poster and featured Hudson Artisit for this summer's
Hudson Music Festival ~ July 29th to August 2nd, 2009
This photo download is available at Miy Photo Store

Picture taken at Hudson, Quebec, Canada ~ HYC Hudson Yacht Club

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MIY White Spirit Summer Sangria

2009-07-21T17:34:00.002-04:00

MIY White Spirit Summer Sangria
Cool and refreshing summer vacation drink ~ Sangria with white cranberry juice
Got to try this one, it's so summer Savory
View the full MIY recipe and pictures at maddylane.com

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Miy Recycled Bottle Fiesta Lantern Craft: Kids Summer Craft Project

2009-07-16T19:48:00.003-04:00

Miy Recycled Bottle Fiesta Lantern Craft: Kids Summer Craft Project
"Summer illuminations" Fiesta Lanterns
Looking for a fun way to illuminate summer nights. Make festive lanterns using recycle plastic water or pop bottles. Recycle crafts for creative illuminations, ideals the patio, beach parties, BBQ gatherings, at home or ta the cottage...always a delight!
Kids of all ages can easily makes this colourful creations. They are embellished with wire handles and beads.
To view the step-by-step photos and projects visit miycreations.com/Hudson-music-festival-lantern-project-1.html [miycreations.com]

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MIY Teen Decor Camouflage Cargo Chairs

2009-07-14T16:21:00.005-04:00

MIY Teen Decor Camouflage Cargo Chairs
Have a seat...if you can find it!

This is a very cool summer project that teens can do and have fun with it too!

Looking for a fun and unique way to revive old, weathered plastic patio chairs
and furniture? Transform them into creative works of art for your outdoor retreat
or teen décor for their space. Camouflage plain chairs to blend into nature’s
tapestry of colours. By now, everyone must be familiar with the new types of
paints for plastic items that are formulated specially to revitalize old weathered plastic patio furniture that is stained or bleached-out by the sun. Recycle by rejuvenating these or other plastic pieces that otherwise would be tossed in the trash.

I painted the chairs in a classic camouflage pattern inspired by my lids cargo clothing. This is sure to add a dose of humor to outdoor entertaining. These very cool chairs are now my official summer boot camp chairs. The kids love them. Ideal for teen summer décor projects, perfect to decorate their space with style.

A great super summer projects to keep teens creative, and perfect to decorate their space with their style! TO view the full MIY project with step-by-step photos visit
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Sunset Paddle Promenade....

2009-07-11T14:40:00.004-04:00

Sunset Paddle Promenade....
Miy Photo Store Collection: Sunset Paddle Promenade
by Maddylane

Gliding through the Canadian waters at sunset time is a very serene experience.

Each moment the colours are changing evoking a blissful synchronicity with nature.

Enjoy the Collection

Have a wonderful weekend!

MaddyLane

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Water Colours ~ New Photo Collection: A walk in the rain

2009-07-09T11:32:00.001-04:00

Water Colours ~ New Photo Collection: A walk in the rain
By Maddylane Photography
Join Miy Photo Store today...become a FREE member....and get access to FREE downloads!
New photos are are being posted continuously!

I inviete you to browse through the new Miy Photo collection ~ A walk in the rain.
Celebrating the rain and its marvelous gifts.
Creative Regards Maddylane
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Blessings in the sky

2009-07-08T20:38:00.001-04:00

Blessings in the sky
There are always blessings in the skies
Sure there are days with dark clouds around the edges… and So what!!!
We need those days to make things grow.
if you concentrate on your center glow you will feel the joys of its colourful center…
then you won’t even mind the rain.
Yes it’s been raining a lot… So what!!!
But one has to see the blessings in the rain.

To view the rest of this quote and my new my new photo collection
"A walk in the Rain" visit Miy photo Store

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MIY Outdoor Summer Entertaining ~ "Chicks & Hens on the Rocks Centerpiece

2009-07-06T21:30:00.004-04:00

MIY Outdoor Summer Entertaining ~ "Chicks & Hens on the Rocks Centerpiece

MIY Outdoor Summer Entertaining
(part 1 of 3 MIY Summer Dining Outdoor Decor Projects by Maddylane)

Summer Rocks ~ Miy Summer Dining Outdoor part 1
Dining outdoor centerpiece ~ "Chicks & Hens on the Rocks

Sleek and stylish “Tabletop rock garden for an inviting ambiance”
To view the full article and more pictures visit www.miycreations.com/diy-outdoor-dining-decor-miy.html

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Celebrating Summer

2009-07-03T14:39:00.003-04:00

Ice tea and lemonade, sitting in the shade,
Blue skies, beaches, BBQ’s, friends and picnic’s,
Hot dogs, fireworks and late nights,
Water fights, Ice cream, and children laughing!
Bathing suits, flip-flops and beach towels,
Lazy days, reading books, the hammock chair
Yes….Summer is here,
Let’s celebrate it….
by giving thanks for it all!

Have a creative Summer
Maddylane

New Fireworks Photo Gallery Just posted at Miy Photo Store

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Sweet Curry Rice Salad ~ Ideal for Beach Parties

2009-07-02T09:13:00.001-04:00

Sweet Curry Rice Salad ~ Ideal for Beach Parties
Originally uploaded by Miyspirit

Sweet Curry Rice Salad ~ Ideal for Beach Parties

A super summer salad to make for outdoor gatherings, BBQ's, the cottage...and especially beach parties or picnic's ;)

To view the step-by-step photo and instructions visit
miycreations.com/miy-easy-quick-recipes.html

I prepared the sweet curry dressing ahead of time, and simply made the rest of this easy summer salad right on the beach picnic table. It was so much fun because I was not stuck inside cooking, and got to enjoy watching the kids play while I played :)

Have a wonderful day!

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Happy Birthday Canada

2009-07-01T08:28:00.000-04:00

O Canada...
Originally uploaded by Miyspirit

O Canada...

Happy Canada Day ...to all my Canadian Flickr Friends!

I give thanks for this beautiful country and it's wondrous landscapes. I am proud to be Canadian and feel privileged to live here. It's endless enchantment is
what has inspired me to be passionate about photography. I can feel the spirit of my Indian forefathers when I kayak, dance and walk upon its glorious land! It's essence runs deep to my very core! I love to capture it's magical gifts, especially it's marvelous sunrises and sunsets. This is Canada! Lets celebrate it!
Happy Birthday Canada!!!

I would of liked the flag to be flying but there was no wind that night!

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MIY Kids summer craft ~ Recycled Paper Luminaries Collage

2009-06-29T12:41:00.002-04:00

"Illuminating collage” Recycled Paper Luminaries Collage
“Creative Luminaries Kids can make at home, camp or the cottage”

Kids summer craft MIY project ~ Luminaries made with recycled paper, perfect summer "Boredom Buster project to keep kids creative at home, day camps or the cottage. This is a fun project they can do with a group of friends.

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Miy Summer Projects by Maddylane

2009-06-27T17:27:00.003-04:00

ALL NEW "Miy Summer Projects" Coming this summer 2009

Come have a look at the revised index, where you can view all the Miy Summer Projects at quick glance.
Miy Projects coming this summer:
*MIY Teen's Boot Camp Cargo Chairs
*Kids Patio Lanterns
*Outdoor Stylish Decor
*Outdoor dinning Centerpiece
*Nautical Bathroom decor ~ Lighthouse Photo cabinet doors

*Plus MORE Easy Summer Recipes....

Have a fun and fabulous creative Summer!
Maddylane

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Sunset for Two...

2009-06-26T13:39:00.004-04:00

Sunset for Two...

I dedicate this Glorious Golden sunset to two of our dear fallen stars and icons of the 70's (a big part of my teen years, for dance, music and style)...to Michael Jackson and Farrah Facett

With a sad heart I bid you both Farewell.... and say Thank you for having shared your dear spirits with us in very special ways, your joyful memories will remain as imprints upon our Souls and your legacies will live on as a burning flame in our hearts.

(no photoshop, colours exactly as they where seen that night)

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P.E.I Canada ~ FREE Photo Stock downloads by Miy Photo Store

2009-06-25T22:35:00.001-04:00

FREE P.E.I ~ Canada Photo Stock Downloads from Miy photo Store

Kicking off the summer season with Seashells on the Dock, PEI Canada
This simply summer capture has had so many views at my Flickr stream...im now offering for FREE at Miy Photo Store...sign up for your FREE account membership today...and get lots of free downloads and much more!
Summer is here!

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Summer Outdoor Decor ~ Canada Day Lanterns

2009-06-24T13:01:00.001-04:00

Miycreations Project article and photographs
by MaddyLane

“Kick off the Summer with Maple-leaf Lanterns”
Outdoor summer decor ~ Garden lanterns

Celebrate Canada’s birthday with family picnics, barbecues, and fireworks. To
add to the national celebration, why not show off our maple leaves with pride
and make festive leaf lanterns? Maple-leaf shapes are fashioned out of clay,
decorated with leaf imprints and then placed around plain glassware, votive holders, items that you already have and transform them into spectacular summer patio lanterns. Make it a family activity and get the kids involved, its a super cottage or day camp activity!

Perfect summer night decor to enlighten your patio all summer long!

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Happy Father's Day....

2009-06-21T23:28:00.002-04:00

Happy Father's Day....
Originally uploaded by Miyspirit

Happy Father's Day....

My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.
Fathers Day Quote by: Jim Valvano

Growing up being the middle of 5 children, I thought I was the forgotten child, so I became very independent and self sufficient and lived my life as such. My father was a very quiet man and a very brilliant man, who didn’t really say much but when he did, I not only listen, I remember. A few years ago at my grandmother (my mother’s mother) funereal, after I gave the eulogy my father came up to me with a teary eye and frog in his throat and he said something to me that I’ll never forget. Actually he said this to me years ago as well but in a different way but I did not know what he meant until this moment. Years ago as a young teenager he had said to me, “You can choose to be your worst enemy or your own best friend… its up to you, its your choice!”
That day, he said this to me (I don’t remember the exact words, but it was something like this)…, I’m so proud of you, I have watched from afar over the years because you have not let me in, but glad to see that you have chosen to become your own best friend. He then went on to say that when I was up there on the podium, it had touched him deeply it gave him chills because he said he had a vision of me becoming a motivational or spiritual speaker, because he said I glowed… I looked at him in total amazement and sock, (I remember think that was really an unusual thing to say to someone) yet I was so touched by what he had just shared with me from the heart, I will never forget… for this is the ultimate a father can say to his daughter. Je t’aime Papa, and thank you for always believing in me, even when I didn’t ..you did... how blind was I not to see the love that was there all along. and I can only hope to be able to pass on these life lessons to my own children)

To all my flickr friends that are father’s…God bless you all, hugs...Enjoy your day!

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NEW Miy Photo Store Gallery ~ Wedding Decor photo Gallery

2009-06-19T20:30:00.003-04:00

Miy Photo Store:
Fine Photography Photo Stock
NEW Photo Stock Collection posted: by Maddylane Photography
We provide quality stock photography
at the most affordable prices. Visit our photo galleries.
New photos are added everyday!
Join today, for FREE downloads and much more!
For Free Downloads and much more and to view the rest of the Miy Photo Store
Décor photo series! Sign up for your FREE or Elite membership today!

Enjoy your visit! Creative Regards
MaddyLane
Designer ~ Photographer
MIY Photo Store

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MIY Photo Store ~ Fine Art Photo Stock by MaddyLane

2009-06-14T10:33:00.001-04:00

MaddyLa
MIY Photo Store ~ Fine Art Photo Stock by MaddyLane

ALL NEW at MIY ~ "MIY PHOTO STORE" Fine Art Photo Stock by MaddyLane

We provide you with the best quality stock photography at the most affordable prices. Visit our photo galleries by categories; Flowers, Sunsets, Travels, Landscapes and so much more. I will be adding a décor and design category, to provided with inspirations all your creative MIY projects.
Plus free downloads for members only!
New photos are added everyday! Become a new member today!

I invite you to come have a look!MIY PHOTO STORE

Creative Regards
MaddyLane
Designer ~ Photographer

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How-to Prepare and BBQ Veggie Pockets

2009-06-08T16:18:00.000-04:00

How-to Prepare and BBQ Veggie Pockets
For a quick and easy summer meal in minutes.
To view the step-by-step photo and instructions visit miycreations.

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MIY Spring Fashion Recrafted ~ Enchanted Fashions

2009-06-02T15:21:00.001-04:00

The MIY $5.00 "All Dress"Make it and wear it .....From Spring to Fall
For all occasions from beach dress, casual, to cocktail and party dress!!! One dress ~ the MIY all season dress

This is a fun kind of post. This spring and summer before you even step foot in a fashion store, I invite you to first go through your wardrobe and have a look at what you already have from last summer and even treasure from years ago. You will be amazed on how easy it is to revamp your spring summer fashions with style and color. A great way to revamp and revitalize your wardrobe with a fresh new look, is to paint on it. At style, designs and yes colours.

I took a simple cotton summer dress painted on some flowers. Total cost $5.00. It’s an “All Dress”, meaning that I can wear several different ways from beach dress to cocktail dress, from spring right into the fall. I keep posting the different variations of this dress throughout the spring summer and fall seasons. I’ll show you basic ways you can accessorize a simple dress to create different looks with it. From the spring Enchanted Maiden look, Summer evening Tango fiesta etc….

Now the funny part of this post is that I did a mini How-to do it MIY fashion video of how to paint on your fashions. I would often do some of my son for the kids pages. So I turned the camera around for this summer fashion series.

Lately I’m working on a business plan to recycle all the MIY columns that I have done over the last six years. And when I met with a business councilor he had a very good question for me. He asked me what kind of lifestyle do I want to go with my business plan. I had to think about that one. To realize that, no I don’t want an overscheduled life like Martha, or Debbie Travis. I like what I do and I want to keep doing it, I’m just doing it differently. I don’t want to do a big TV production, nor do I feel like driving into town to do that. Since I give many lectures and demos, I thought I would add miy how-to videos to my website. Here’s the first one of the series, show how to paint on cloths. No it not about beauty its about energy, I shot it myself, I did one take and it was a lot of fun, and YNW that’s how I like it. It’s about as being real. It like inviting you into my home to show you privately to make and do things. Making things with what you have to look your best for less.

This is a new series I’m working on. Pictures on instructions to be posted later this week.
Let me know what you think. Have a look at the MIY how to paint on your fashion video! The video may take a minute or two to load up depending on the type of computer you have. I’ll have to work on finding a simpler posting format.

Since it’s a very cold and rainy spring here this year, one can wear this basic $5.00 dress in different ways, with a jacket for evening, with a fringe vest for fun wear, and even with a big sweater for those cooler evenings at the cottage. I’ll be posting the different variations throughout the season….Keep visiting!!!

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How-to cook fiddleheads ~ Quick and easy make it tonight

2009-05-21T12:41:00.001-04:00

How-to cook fiddleheads ~ Quick and easy make it tonight

O so easy recipe of the week. How to prepare and cook fiddleheads.
Its the time of the year to enjoy these delicious greens, plus they are real good for you too. Bon Appetit!!!! To view the full MIY recipe article visit maddylane

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MIY Rainbow Garden Funiture with Chocolate trim ....

2009-05-20T16:30:00.001-04:00

MIY Rainbow Garden Funiture with Chocolate trim ...
This summer feel the spirit of colours to brighten your Soul. Don't just slap on a coat of paint on your garden furniture, Re-vamps and Re-vitalize your garden furnitureu with FUN colours to energize it with life and style, make it fun!
To view to full MIY garden project and video clip visit miycreations

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Summer Decor Colour Trends ~ Rainbow Palette

2009-05-13T13:14:00.004-04:00

Rainbow Garden Funiture with Chocolate trim ....

Spring & Summer Decor Trend Colours ~ All of them, feel the spirit of summer with a palette of rainbow colours.

Yes that's right I said FUNiture...This summer don't just slap on a coat of paint
on your garden furniture, revitalize it with FUN colours to energize it with life and
style, make it fun!

View the full make it yourself project, and see the slide show...fun summer creations

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Mother's Day ~ Miy Eco-Friendly Garden Gift ~ “Bee-utiful Baskets”

2009-05-03T08:50:00.001-04:00

MIY Eco-Friendly Garden Decor: Re-cycled & Re-vamped
“Bee-utiful Baskets” with Eco Buzz”,

Don’t just throw out old under the weather looking flower baskets. Recycle them by
reviving them colour and style. Make them look even better than new by using latex
paints for plastics. The paint’s special formula creates a spectacular weather-resistant
finish. The best way to apply paint to wicker baskets and items (aside from spray
painting them) is to use a sponge brush. Unlike a standard paintbrush, a sponge brush
can get the paint into all the nooks and grooves evenly buy just squeezing the brush
over theses areas.. The colourful baskets are embellished with a bejewelled collars and
bead-and-wire bugs, bees and dragonflies to beautify them.

Fill your newly created eco deco basket with gardening goodies or blooms for Mom, a perfect Mother's Day gift that she is sure to enjoy!!!! TO view the full MIY eco craft project visit miycreations

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Spring Flower Arrangements ~ Inspirations

2009-04-27T18:55:00.003-04:00

Spring Flower Arrangements ~ Inspirations
Need a little inspiration....
Spring Flower Arrangements are so joyful after such a long winter, their lovely bouquets and scents are most welcoming feast for the eyes, heart and Soul.
Indulge in the simple things to brighten your home.
View the newly posted Miy Garden video "Spring Flower arrangements".
Get inspired, create to decorate. Great ideas to make your own flower arrangements for Mother's Day!

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Happy Earth Day....

2009-04-22T12:00:00.004-04:00

Happy Earth day… Let us give thanks by loving our planet.

I was wondering how to market and launch my new book of poetry for the Heart and Soul titled “Mystical Journey”. Since this is a book about the celebration of our earth and our place in it, what better day then to do it on Earth Day.

I wrote this book from a deeper place within me, my spirit and that is why on the book I wrote that it was written by miyspirit. Also, many of you have encouraged me in the last year to do a book with my quotes and stories. Well here it is finally after much of a leaning curve in the book making business. When I was inspired to make this book my goal was that I had hope this book would inspire others to reconnect with our earth and source. I even wrote on the last page…
I hope you have enjoyed this book, for I truly enjoyed making it.
If even, but one photo, quote or story share smiles or speaks to you in one way or another, then this book has served its purpose.

Last night I was inspired by a very gracious lady (Suzanne Williams from Ontario Canada) and her most encouraging dear words which truly left me speechless. Thank you Suzanne I am most touched and humbled by your testimonial. Suzanne you have no idea how overjoyed I was to hear that you have so enjoyed this book but most of all that it has spoken to your Soul, made it all worth it. I was not sure how people would react to it. I thought I would have to write the book of my whole life story before people could understand the conclusion of my so far passage on this earth.

Here is what Suzanne wrote …. "Well today is a special day my beautiful book arrived from Maddy, Mystical Journey, Photo Poetry for the Heart and Soul...and my oh my how very fortunate I am to have received this beautiful gift. From Maddy’s personal letter complete with soothing tea, to the very end of this book it was indeed a Mystical Journey...and has touched my heart. From the very first post that Maddy made on one of my photos, you just knew she was special, a kindred spirit, a gifted photographer, and a living sage...A Being who is here carrying the lamp for us to see by, a scribe writing the words we need to hear. A truly gifted and magical photographer. So that we may see. I have been so fortunate to have Maddy as a spirit in kind through the flickr network. Now I can actually touch and sense that spirit in this beautiful book. It is MAGNIFICENT. Thank you MaddyLane for sharing your spirit with me. A true gift to us...you are one of a Kind. I will treasure this book as I treasure our friendship... Humbly your friend Suzanne

I thank you with great Honor Suzanne, you have touched my Soul and inspired me tremendously in return, now I know how I will market this book. For its not easy to market ones own creations. It’s easier to get you all to go to my website because where I share and give you creative ideas for free. This book is different then what I normally do, its not a décor project, its me sharing from my Soul on a personal level which is not seen in a website. I hope my readers will buy this book, for it shows another side of me, of creation and how I get my inspirations in order to inspire others. It really is a feel good all over book.

I wrote Mystical Journey before I read the book “The Shack” by William Paul Young.
It is truly one of the best and most powerful books that I have ever read. It really explains it all…everyone should read this book!!! For we all have our caves and shacks in our lives in one way or another. When I read this book I realized that I was not crazy after all, it explain many things to me that I have come to realize within the last few years. Mystical journey is my trip at the Shack. When I kayak and admire the sunrise and sunsets I am truly with the presence of God the Source. When I’m making creations I truly feel Sarayu (the holy spirit) spirits, she is everything magical and whimsical, that is perhaps why I enjoy making things so much. Weather I’m in my work shop or going for long walks, I feel the presence of Jesus is there with me, we have long talks. Now that I have allowed myself to reconnect to the source and this magnificent trio, I enjoy their presences when I being present to their presence. Suzanne since I’m particularly found of you, I will post of picture of the Shack on my lake for you tomorrow.

Save the planet by healing your Soul first….and united we can heal the planet.
Where we all inspire each other in one way or another ;)
Enjoy this day!

I invite you to view inserts of "Mystical Journey"

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O So Easy ~ No Sugar Apricot and Mango Spread

2009-04-21T19:52:00.005-04:00

MIY Apricot and Mango Spread... (No Sugar)

People are always asking me why I’m so slim for my age….Hahahah..Well...
Here’s my secret, it's purely simple, I simply don’t eat sweets or junk food.... it's not
because I don’t like them, it's because they don’t agree with my body, so I listen to my body and I don't eat them. Paying attention to what you eat and how they react to your body is all part of a healthier you lifestyle.

I’m the type of cook that likes to cook with a bit of this and that. I keep cooking simple, except for Sunday family dinners. I like to cook with what I call “how did you make that" recipe? When I go to people house’s for dinner or parties, when I like something, I always ask how did you make that? That’s pretty much how I gather most of my recipes, by word of mouth (no need to write them down) and taste of course! As I make it, I usually add something else to it to make it a bit different....then they come to my house and say, hey "How did you make that?"

For those who don’t like or can’t eat sugar like diabetics; Here’s a super easy recipe to
make no sugar added apricot and mango spread. Even if you like sugar this recipe is so
easy you will want to try it, because it taste great. My kids love it (plus they don’t know
there’s no sugar). It’s perfect to make in the spring and winter time when fresh fruits are
not as abundant. It’s so easy you can make this spread almost anywhere anything,
from the cottage to even camping. You really can't go wrong with this super easy recipe.

To see how easy it is to make this spread...have look, visit and let me know what you think!!!!
This is something new that i'm doing on my site, is adding O so easy recipes, with step-by-step photo recipes...

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Outdoor Tuscan Bud Vase Decor by Maddylane

2009-04-20T13:50:00.002-04:00

Outdoor Tuscan Bud Vase Decor by Maddylane

Create original outdoor garden decor without spending very much!!!
Here's my secret:
The "as is" or discount section of home furnishing stores is a great place for unique finds that you can transform into something else. The basic cupboard door I used for this project is a good example. I filled the centre panel with granular paste, added small mosaic tiles, applied glaze for an Old World verdigris effect, and then secured a glass vase with wire. It is now an outdoor Tuscan-style bud vase wall hanging.
To view the full article instructions and to view the pictures visit miycreations Garden projects

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Making Gourd-geous birdhouses...

2009-04-16T11:52:00.003-04:00

Would you like to enjoy the enchantment of birds in your backyard?
Then why not make them a gourd-geous birdhouse?
Working with hard-shell gourds is an ancient art that is becoming
increasingly popular as a contemporary art form. Since gourds come in many
different shapes and sizes, they can be used to make numerous decorative
artifacts. Unlike the small, thin-skinned decorative gourds, hard-shell ones -
once dried - harden and last forever. This is a perfect project to do with the
kids. Half the fun is the trip to the country market to find that perfect gourd.
To view the full project instructions and pictures visit... miycreations

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Elegant Easter Eggs.... by Maddylane

2009-04-09T12:53:00.005-04:00

Announce the arrival of spring with elegant feathered-looking Easter eggs. You will
treasure these multi-coloured decorations for years to come.

These colourful beauties are so easy to make, you can even make them this weekend, to keep the kids busy while you take care of other Easter preparations.

You can create simple and yet so elegant displays
for the mantel or as a centerpiece. Add a few
feathers for extra style and you can display these
spring beauties all spring long.

I just love eggs, they are the ultimate symbol of creativity. My love for eggs began early, for when I was a young girl we had a farm with chickens and horses. My job was to take care of the chickens. Up at 5 am to feed them and to collect the eggs, (that explains why I still like to get up so early, but now its to take pictures. To pick up those just laid warm eggs, everyday was an egg hunt. I’ll never forget that feeling. Today I honor eggs, I even incorporate eggs in my everyday décor. I have a special collection.

I just posted and Elegant Easter Egg project that is so easy to do, it will keep the kids busy in the kitchen while you can take care of all the weekend preparations; Kids are visual, you just have to show them how to do one and they will catch on… I say this from years of making Easter eggs with kids. Enjoy!

All the best for Easter, wishing you a very Happy Easter Weekend.

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Miy Easter Creations....

2009-04-08T19:54:00.002-04:00

For last minute chic and creative Easter creations to inspire you... I invie tiy to visit visit miycreations

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Chalkboard Art Decor Project by miycreations

2009-03-31T18:16:00.001-04:00

Chalkboard Art Project

Chalkboard Art Decor Project : Chalk it up!!!!
Give the family a creative outlet. New artwork can be created daily.
Family and guests will want to fill the board with their creativity.
Having an chalkboard art canvas in a central part of your home such as
your kitchen or hallways makes it very convenient and accessible to the
whole family. It's Perfect to write down notes, grocery lists, and those
Spring to-do chore lists!!!!!

Chalk paints are easy-to-apply; they create a tough, slate-like chalkboard surface on wood, metal, plaster, plastic, or glass. So why not use it art canvases? They are fast drying, low gloss, durable, and washable. It goes on easy and levels out by itself for a smooth finish without runs. Chalkboard paint is so versatile, especially in the new delicious colours by Pebeo. It can be used on practically any surface from walls to floors. Flat surfaces such as tabletops are ideal surfaces for children’s artwork, keeping notes or playing a game. I just love this new format, because it non-toxic, water based and is applied with a paintbrush! Super easy, dries fast too! To view the full MIY Chalkboard Art project visit miycreations
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Spring has Sprung at Miycreations.....

2009-03-29T13:04:00.006-04:00

Spring 2009 at MIY

Spring is an exciting time of the year...the snow is finally melting, the birds are singing, people are out and smiling more...it truly is a renewal time of the year. Winter has been long enough; It’s now time to rejoice.

Its also time for Spring Cleaning , to renew your home, wardrobe and spirits. Clean those cobweb corners, let in fresh air, get organized, add colour and style… all to set a spirited welcoming tone to welcome the new season. Spring decorating does not have to be difficult or expensive, it can be achieved simply and with a smile.
Get Cracking...Visit miycreations for Spring inspirations and creations ;)
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Quick tips for Spring cleaning
1- Put on upbeat music that makes you happy, move and groove....
2- Get the kids to help, even if you have to do the job over again after, its teaching them to help and basic cleaning skills, make it fun or into a game...after all its their home too
3-Open the windows to let in some fresh air, out with the old energy in with the new
4-Set simple goals, do one room at a time, but do it all, the from walls to floor.Once a room is spring fresh clean from top to bottom, it will motivate you to do every room in the same manner. It's a most invigorating feeling!
5- Don't forget to clean those junk drawers, where everything seams to accumulate, for remember...it is called a junk drawer, because all the daily junk ends up there
6-Use green products as much as you can, recycle what you can, throw out broken things that don't work, donate good items that you simply don't need, or have not used in years... make a fresh start, pretend your moving, its a great way to get ride of a lot of stuff, that is just that stuff...minimalize, it's good for the soul!
7-Revamp and reuse what you can, save your money, it’s amazing what a fresh coat of paint can do!
8- Don’t forget to take water breaks to re-energize yourself, preferably outside to breathe in some fresh spring air.
9-Throw out any dead plants, replace them with fresh ones...its good feng shui
10- Most important...do it with a smile, the work will get done faster and you will be filling your home with new fresh positive energy to start the new season!

There's always a plus side to spring cleaning...it always amazes me the things one finds during spring cleaning, especially the recovery of lost items, I especially like to find money in the couch and in pockets of spring cloths... it pays to spring clean after all!!!!

Happy Spring Cleaning :)

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Egg-tra ~ Egg-tra...Read all about it. Super Easy Egg-extravaganza

2009-03-20T09:27:00.002-04:00

Super Easy Egg-extravaganza.....

In our home, every year we make a new style and type of Easter Eggs creation. We have an ongoing collection which is part of our tradition. These colourful cool eggs where made by my two boys (one is in university and the other in elementary
school.) I say this because one is never to old to make Easter Eggs. This is a super easy Easter project. My oldest son made graffiti designs and tags on his Easter eggs, even one with
for his girlfriend with her name on it. My youngest son made Easter buddies he calls them, one for each member of the family, and simple geometric shapes on other eggs..... Eggcellent ;)
To see how to make these and many more colourful Easter Creations visit www.miycreations.com

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St- Patrick's cartoon by Maddylane

2009-03-10T12:32:00.005-04:00

St- Patrick's cartoon by Maddylane

A little St-Patrick's Cheer...
Kids laways say the funniest of things!
Real Moments ~ visit miycreations to view more family fun cartoon creations by Maddylane

Enjoy the day! ;)

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Miy Kids Spring Break Creations

2009-03-07T16:36:00.003-05:00

Need a creative project to keep the children entertained during the school break! Creativity doesn't have to cost a lot of money, simply a little imagination.
Perhaps your child has a passion for cars, boats, motor cycles, army soldiers. Have them make a large floor base model for whatever they are into. It will keep them creative and once complete is sure to garentie hours of play and fun. Have a look at the step-by-step make-it-yourself video's.Since this model plan was done on an old frame, when not in use we
hang it up s art on the wall in his bedroom, now how cool is that!
They can then play in their little world of imagination for hours.

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St-Patrick's ~ MIY Green Craft ~ Shamrocks Creations

2009-03-01T17:06:00.002-05:00

St-Patrick's ~ MIY Green Craft ~ Shamrocks Creations
“Fun Frosted Shamrocks for a little Irish luck!” Go Green!
This super easy Saint Patrick's project is a fun way to add a little luck of the
Irish into your home. Irish themed shamrocks glasses and lanterns are perfect
for decorating, gift-giving or simply to enjoy!
Glass items are covered with shamrock stickers and then painted with frosted
green glass paint using a sponge, easy and no ticks! An amusing activity
ideal to entertain and do with your little leprechauns! This is an ideal project
do and entertain a bunch of children during the School break.
To view the full project instructions and step-by-step photos visit miycreations

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Miy Cartoon of the week.... by MaddyLane

2009-02-16T11:43:00.004-05:00

Miy Cartoon of the week.... by MaddyLane

Newly Posted on miycreations; New cartoon post of the week... Hope it gives you a smile, if you have kids that play sports early on weekend days!!!!!
Enjoy your day!
Maddy

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Say Cheese....Miy Mosaic Tile Cheese Trays

2009-02-06T22:32:00.004-05:00

Miy Mosaic Tile Cheese Trays
Recycle your Home Reno tile leftovers to make delicious creations
During these cold winter days you simply just want to curl up by the fireplace,
get cozy and relax. I give you this super easy project to do just that. Plain
charcoal coloured slate or rough granite tiles trimmed with multi coloured
mosaic tile pieces to make impressive cheese trays. This is truly an effortless
and creative way to present a variety of cheeses to guests or with your
special someone. When not in use the pieces can also become trays to
display an assortment of candles or for serving bite-size appetizers or
desserts. You can make these creations using leftover tiles and slate pieces
from previous home reno projects, reutilizes to reinvent.
To view the full projects instructions and details visit miycreations

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