EASY and delish 3 step chili recipe

Happy Monday my friends!
It is C-O-L-D in the Mitten today; the perfect weather for making a big pot of piping hot chili!

Yum!
Since ya’ll can’t stop by to enjoy a bowl; I’m sharing my recipe with you so you can whip up a batch of your own. This chili is SO easy to make and is absolutely DELISH – you’re going to love it!

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This recipe is perfect for tailgating too! The chili can be prepared ahead of time, then heated in a slow-cooker on low, until it is nice and hot. Bring a batch along to your Superbowl party - it will be a hit! :)

Enjoy!

Linking up to Craft Monkey'n Mondays!

 

1,000 fans!

Yesterday was a very exciting day! My girls and I watched as the Daydream Believers’ Facebook Page hit
1,000 FANS!

So cool!

There was a lot of happy dancin’ at our house yesterday! :) It is so exciting to watch this little dream grow.
A highlight was when Miss I* told me; “Mom, this is awesome! I’ve never had 1,000 fans before” hahaha :)

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! It really means SO much to have you following along!
Last February, when I started the FB page, I was hesitant. I’ve never been an active personal Facebooker – and I just wasn’t sure how the DB-Facebook page would work. I have been pleasantly surprised by how FUN the DB-Facebook page is! :) I love being able to connect with you throughout the day and LOVE seeing all the photos that ya’ll share of your littles rockin’ their Daydream Believers wear. Love, Love, Love!

To show my appreciation and properly thank all of you for being so AWESOME – I have a nice surprise planned for next week! :) Stay tuned for details!  {If you aren’t following on FB yet, please join me!}
Thanks Friends!
xo, M*

Elmo 2nd Birthday Dress

This adorable "Bliss” style dress was a custom order for an extra special birthday girl!
It is such a JOY for me to make clothes for life’s most special occasions!

This sweet Elmo dress is on it’s way to Rhode Island where Madison is celebrating her 2nd birthday!

Featuring short, puff sleeves, a comfy elastic neckline, and handcrafted ruffles in bright, cheery red.



This sweet dress is embellished with a handcut, applique “2” – just perfect for Madison’s Elmo Party! :)

Thanks Meghan for choosing Daydream Believers!
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*UPDATE* For details on purchasing an Elmo dress for your little love, click here. THANKS!*
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Linking up to these awesome sites! If you’re visiting from one of these parties, welcome!
Please leave me a comment and let me know you were here! THANKS!

3 Things to Know Today

Happy Monday my friends!
Here are 3 fabulous things to know about, today

1. Create Kids Couture and Positively Whimsy Hair Accessories have teamed up to host a HUGE giveaway! Enter HERE for your chance to win cash and prizes (including $30 to Daydream Believers!)

2. Family Ever After is hosting a Survivor inspired sewing competition, Sew-vivor – get all the details, here

3. Daydream Believers is {finally} on Twitter! I’m still figuring it out, ha ha, but please come follow me so I can follow you back and we can be twitter bffs too! ;)  @Daydreamblvrs

Feel free to leave me any how-tos/tips for using Twitter! :) Have a GREAT week!

New ruffle tutu for glamour girls

My littlest is a glamour girl!
She loves to dress up fancy for every occasion and is rarely without a big bow and purse full of jewels
V* really is the sweetest little lady! 
I designed this ultra-glam tutu in her honor!

Four tiers of ruffles handcrafted from ultra soft, fluffy tulle.
The best part? It is completely lined for full playground modesty! ;)
Frilly and Functional – Gotta love that!

My sweet little mini-me :)



I recently made a sweet pink and purple version of this tutu for fun little birthday girl, Isabel.
Miss Isabel will be rocking this fabulous tutu for her 4th birthday! Happy Birthday Isabel!



-- Just a Reminder – there is still time to  Spread a Little LOVE this season with Daydream Believers!
10 Lucky little girls will receive a {completely free} *SURPRISE* package containing a one of a kind, handmade, Valentine's outfit! Spaces are filling fast! Get all the details here!


I’m sharing this post over at Craft Monkey & Tatertots and Jello

Thomas the Train inspired Birthday Skirt

I recently made this custom “Thomas the Train” inspired birthday skirt for a sweet little lady, Sophie 
(Her mom is Aurie of “Our Good Life”)  Isn’t it fun?


The great fabric combination was chosen to coordinate with a personalized Thomas the Train tee that Sophie has.  Like her little sister’s Abby Cadabby Birthday Skirt; Sophie’s special birthday skirt can easily be incorporated into her everyday wardrobe!


Happy Birthday to Sophie!
THANKS Aurie for choosing Daydream Believers! :)

-- Spread a Little LOVE --
Spread a Little LOVE this season with Daydream Believers!
10 Lucky little girls will receive a {completely free} *SURPRISE* package containing a one of a kind, handmade, Valentine's outfit!
Get all the details here!

Let’s Spread A Little LOVE

Happy Monday my friends!
After a lot of reflection, I’ve decided to change things up a bit!
Don’t worry, it’s all good, I promise! ;)

Quite simply, I want to do more.
I want 2012 to be filled with more charity, more selflessness and more random acts of kindness.
I want to focus more on DOING and a little less on business.
The Daydream Believer Project is so important to me; I  know that God has given me the strength and abilities I need to perform awe-inspiring deeds – I look forward to working with YOU to change the world!

SO…
To kick off this beautiful new year – I’ve decided not to sell the “Birds of a Feather” Valentines Collection.
Instead – We’re all going to Spread A Little LOVE!

I have 10 pieces, one of each size starting at 6/12 months and going up to 7/8.
A few of the pieces are clearly "Valentines" - but the majority can be worn after v-day too!
I love 'em all – and I want to GIVE THEM to deserving girls!

Yep, I am giving them away.
Rather, WE are giving them away!
I want ya’ll to help me Spread A Little LOVE this season!


Seriously, what is better than putting a smile on someone’s face?
How AWESOME will it be to send a sweet little lady a *surprise* package of Daydream Believers loveliness?
I am SO EXCITED just thinking about it!

Here’s what I want you to do- Send me an email nominating someone to receive one of these packages!
Whose day would you like to brighten?
Who do you know that would LOVE to receive a special Valentines’ Day outfit?
In your email, please include the child’s full name, address, and size.
If you want to share why you selected them, that would be great too! :)
To be considered, you MUST include a full name, address & size! (US addresses only, please)
I will keep the nominations open until we have matched each piece with a recipient (or until February 1 – since I want to make sure the packages get to the lucky little ladies before Valentines day!) 
Please email your nominations to daydreambelieverproject@gmail.com
UPDATE - Nominations are now closed. THANK YOU to everyone who sent in an email! I appreciate all of your support! We have matched each piece with a recipient and are no longer accepting nominations. The response to this campaign was AWESOME! I will do my best to respond to each and every email! THANK YOU!  Best, Michelle

3 Things to Know Today

Wild Hearts Photography is looking for a “Fan for Life!” – This fun giveaway ends tonight when one lucky winner will be declared “Fan for Life” and will receive EVERYTHING in the Wild Hearts Photography shop {plus} one of every.single.thing that is ever added to the shop, forever! Enter Here!

The Birthday Project wants to encourage Ellen (yep, the Ellen) to perform 54 Random Acts of Kindness in celebration of her upcoming birthday! What a cool way to spread the word about the Birthday Project! Get more information, here

Jen at Tatertots and Jello is giving away a complete Project Life Starter Kit! AWESOME!
Click here for all the details!


Have a GREAT day!

Custom Tutu and Ruffle Legwarmers

Back in December, I participated in Sew Mama Sew’s Giveaway Day -
Here’s a look at the custom tutu and ruffle legwarmers that the winner, Amber,
chose for her niece -

Such a fun color combination! Congrats again, Amber! I hope your niece enjoys her custom set!

3 Things to Know Today

1. A new season of Project Run & Play has officially begun! Voting for week one is going on now!

2. Forty Toes Photography announced the winner of the BIG $875 Cash Giveaway! Was it you?

3. UPS delivered 40+ yards of fabric loveliness to my door this week! :)  YEA!
I am a















But it’s all good because beautiful fabric for me = fabulous designs for you! ;)

Have a Happy Weekend, my friends!

Just checking in

Hi Friends! Happy New Year!
I am working around the clock creating some fun customs, finalizing plans for the spring collection, and testing some fabulous new patterns; I’m looking forward to sharing everything with you soon!
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I recently had the opportunity to test the new “Port Royal Plantation Dress” pattern by Tenderfeet Stitches,
How CUTE is this dress?!

“The Port Royal Plantation Dress” pattern is now available for purchase at Tenderfeet Stitches.

My Valentines’ mini-collection “Birds of a Feather” will be in the shop next week!
Yeah!
Check back soon for a sneak peek and a discount code! ;)