Okay, I wish I could say that I LOVE Pinterest … but I get overwhelmed whenever I actually go TO the site. But I do like it for the bookmarking function – when I find something I like, or a tutorial, or a paint color, or a super cute pair of curtains that I decided I MUST have for Lucy’s nursery since Ken would kill me if I put them in our master bedroom, then I like the option of “pinning” it for future reference.
See? Cute Curtains for the Cute Baby Nursery That is Still Not Decorated.
Source: target.com via keli on Pinterest
[oh yeah, this is me on Pinterest. holla!]
Anyway, I decided to use Pinterest for good. I’ve saved a bajillion tutorials and ideas and crafts and shops, and I want to actually DO something with them.
I made this skirt out of an old t-shirt I bought at Goodwill using a tutorial I saved on Pinterest …
Okay, confession … Emma originally had it on backwards.
image 1 – me: “Emma, I think your skirt is on backwards.”
image 2 – Emma: “Really? Where?”
image 3 – Emma: “Oh yeah!! hahahahaha!”
Anyway, I am getting off course … I have decided to challenge myself to do or make or buy something off of my Pinterest boards once a week. That won’t be too hard, right?
I mean, this? Lucy would love.
Source: chezbeeperbebe.blogspot.com via keli on Pinterest
And this? Emma would squeal.
Source: makeit-loveit.com via keli on Pinterest
And for me? A photo challenge for my October 365, perhaps?
Source: superbarbs.tumblr.com via keli on Pinterest
So I’m putting it out there. Once a week, I have to post something I’ve done or made from items I’ve saved on Pinterest. And we’ll see how it goes. You guys have to hold me accountable, m’kay?
I think I’ll start with … these pants for Emma. Dude, it was cold this morning, and my girl’s brand new pair of jeans are about 1/2” too short. WHY must kids GROW!?!?!?
Source: dana-made-it.com via keli on Pinterest
Are you on Pinterest? [add me!] Are you interested in joining a weekly Pinterest challenge?
What are some of your favorite tutorials??
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Yes! :) Wendy started a group – the King Pins! :) We are intermittent but would totally love to do something EVERY week. Crafty-mc-Crafterson.
Sarah´s last [type] ..The Practically Imperfect (In Every Way) Home Tour
Great job on that skirt! I want a weekly challenge, too! I loove the DIY on pinterest. And the recipes! EXCLAMATION MARK!!
Farren Square´s last [type] ..#24. This Moment: It’s Autumn, Baby.
I would love it!
Jenn Berelowitz´s last [type] ..Use what you’ve got Pasta and Crustini
Love this idea! I might just have to do it myself. :)
I have such a hard time finding peeps on Pinterest. But yay for me… I just started stalking you over there now.. hehehehehe
~Shari´s last [type] ..RIP – Prinnelita
Ahhh! This post is so awesome! One more of my obsessions…and things that overwhelm me at the same time!!!! I’m totally gonna follow along with this challenge but I can guarentee a lot. I know I won’t be making much, but I do LOVE the 30 day Photog thingy though and I am pretty sure I will try that! Loving this inspiration once again! Thanks!
kristin´s last [type] ..Adventures In Bus Riding!
ha, you read my mind!
as i was browsing Pinterest in bed on my iphone app. last night,
I was thinking, “I need to start using this Pinspiration”!
I am up for the challenge 100% though I cannot sew, I can do crafts with/for my girls and make things or
make a recipe for my new recipe blog . or scrapbook etc>
yay! cant’ wait to see what you do!
LOVE that skirt, so CUTE!!!!!
wish my girls would wear skirts/dresses more. they RARELY wear them!!!
tara
tara pollard pakosta´s last [type] ..iphone dump
p.s. I am doing a photo a day post in October so I might have to use that photo challenge as well!
my girls are doing it along with me on their blogs!!! they are 10 and 11….
tara
tara pollard pakosta´s last [type] ..iphone dump
p.s. me again….do you print off the things you plan to do and keep them in a binder or how do you do it?
just looking for a way to get them OFF the computer so I actually do them!
tara
tara pollard pakosta´s last [type] ..iphone dump
Oh my goodness! I would LOVE to do a Pinterest challenge! Yes! Count me in!
I don’t have any sewing skillz, but I am mad handy with some felt and felt glue + I have many recipes I want to try + crafts/activities for the small fries!
(Sorry about those exclamation points…)
K´s last [type] ..Nosey Nancy: change of weather edition
I’m scared of pinterest….but i’ll go look at it again( for like the 5th time) just for you! :) wish me luck!
I’m scared of pinterest….but i’ll go look at it again( for like the 5th time) just for you! :) wish me luck!
jodie´s last [type] ..boys
Great job with the skirt!
I need to check into this whole Pinterest thing. I’m a million years behind the times, lol.
1. my sewing machine is buried in the basement. But, when it gets dug out maybe I’m in.
2. add ruffles to the bottoms of Emma’s jeans. You know she will love it.
3. *pins bunny*
When we get back home next week I will TOTALLY join you in this! I have so many crafty things saved up and plus I need to start xmas shopping.
Tristina´s last [type] ..dream 9/8
http://pinterest.com/pin/147954431/ <– for Lucy's room
http://pinterest.com/pin/137565751/ <– This. Are you kidding me? I can. not. wait.
http://pinterest.com/pin/60881150/ <– I did these, but it was really hot out. And then I moved them inside. And the paper bubbled. I need to redo them…..
http://pinterest.com/pin/136898269/
http://pinterest.com/pin/51749448/ <– I might unbury my sewing machine right now so I can make this.
http://pinterest.com/pin/134473057/ <– love this too.
I'm done now. (Can you tell it's nap time here….)
i’ve been on pinterest for a while, and STILL can’t decide if i like it or not. but the bookmarking feature is awfully nice. think i’m going to have to follow you now and repin those adorable pants and fabulous little stuffies. love them!!!
Exciting. I pin stuff all the time. Only stuff I am making is food really. I am not crafty AT ALL! I can’t wait to see what you do. I will live my want for a girl through you. :)
Sarah´s last [type] ..Tough Guy With A Side Of Silly
I love this idea although I’m not good enough with the sewing machine to make something on IT once a week – ha! Now paper, maybe… ;)
I am going to steal that October list of photo idea though. LOVE that!
And your pic on Pinterest is TOO good! Looks like Lucy!! :D
Elaine´s last [type] ..Blogging Particulars: Comments & Replies
Yup, that’s a great idea! I started doing the same thing a few weeks ago, my project purge, recipes and all sorts of things. I need to bust out my dusty sewing machine though!
Anna-Leigh´s last [type] ..Droid Friday ~ I Love A Challenge
So excited about the 30 day photo challenge. can’t wait to see what you post.
Yes! This! I keep finding and pinning all these wonderful things that are SO! INSPIRING! And then all they do is sit there and never become reality. And then, the things I have managed to do, inspired by pins, just get overlooked as more and more THINGS keep piling up.
This idea definitely needs a link-up or something :-)
I’m gonna have to steal that Photo a day thing too! I recently just got a new camera so it would be a fun challenge for me! I also just recently started following your blog, love it!
Whohoo, something else to suck time out of my day! I’m totally gonna check this out and may just join in the fun!
Antoinette´s last [type] ..I am a Soccer Mom
This makes me want to sign up for Pinterest and learn to sew. I can hand sew, but don’t have a machine. I’d be up for doing a challenge every now and then! Fun idea, Keli!
Sarah´s last [type] ..Oh, Hanky Boy
Are you crazy – a pinterest project once a week….I clearly need to start pinning less involved projects before I follow along. Love the idea though. I especially love how I can organize all the ideas (and easily change them around) – so much more tidy than that folder of magazine clippings that is over flowing. You were practically hiding on pinterest with that photo….just started following your boards. Here’s me: http://pinterest.com/karinaminteer/
Karina´s last [type] ..Ten on Ten: September 2011
ooh one per week? That might be a toughie! But maybe one or two a month. I started a challenge for myself with all the recipes I’ve printed out (via Pinterest and the way-too-many food blogs I follow) I’ve been trying to make at least 1 new thing each week. And if we go to a party or something, I try to make something new as well (usually pretty ‘safe’ stuff- appetizers or desserts!) So far it’s going pretty well and I’ve found some really yummy new things!
I have been doing some stuff from Pinterest too- just sloooowly. A few things for Audrey’s party this weekend (actually just posted about it last night! so funny that now I read this post this morning! [also: can you tell I'm a million years behind on my blog reading? gah]) and the window seat I did in our office, which I still need to post about.
I agree though- Pinterest is great but HOLY OVERWHELMING and feeling LAZY when I see the stuff other people do. WHEN DO THEY SLEEEEEP???!! :)
Jen´s last [type] ..a very Pinterest birthday party: polka dot garland and balloons on a string
I love this idea! What a great way to spur your craftiness and inspiration! I can’t wait to see what you come up with. :)
I love the idea of a weekly pinterest challenge! Btw, those curtains from Target are hanging in K2′s room. I LOVE them. :)
Roo´s last [type] ..i confess…