Welcome!
It's true, I love books. My daughters Juliet (4) and Lucia (6 months) and I visit the library regularly and check out about 30 books a week.
This blog started as a way to keep track of the books we love and Juliet's reading journey. It's sort of evolved into a creative outlet where I not only share about the books we love in the form of reviews and thematic book lists, but also via book-inspired crafts, decorating, and nursery art.
I love curling up with a good story and I am captivated by gallery worthy illustrative art. Children's books are my muses and I am constantly digging up new (to me, at least) authors and illustrators that inspire me to create children's crafts, holiday celebrations, and art.
Right now, Juliet and I are working on a Flower of the Month project. Each month, we pick a new flower to craft together. Guess what April's flower is....the tulip! Can't wait to share it with you.
While the library is the main support of my book-addiction, I also regularly visit our local goodwill in the hopes of finding vintage gems at rock bottom prices.
I like digging up stuff like this:
Beautifully illustrated books. This one is Thumbelina
, illustrated by Pablo Ramirez. I used it as art in my daughter's nursery.Thanks for stopping by! I hope you'll be back--the easiest way to keep up with me is via my facebook page.
I'm also on twitter. But I'm not very good at it. I just learned about hashtags. Like yesterday. #twiliterate
And of course, you can subscribe or follow via google-friend connect.
But facebook--I'm good at that. I share links, update my status, and share pics from time to time. Really. I get facebook. I promise.
Leave a comment and a link to your blog! I'd love to visit.
49 comments:
You're so fun, Vanessa! I love your blog...it's so comfy and pretty. :)
I can't believe the baby is 6 months already! Where did that time go? You and your kids are so cute!
LOL about Twitter, I don't get the hashtags thing at all.
Hi Vanessa, fancy meeting you here:) I'm a couple links above you at the party. Growing up tulips were my favorite flower, they signaled spring in Michigan. Will be exctited to see your projects:)
I love getting book ideas from your blog! My 3 year old daughter and I are frequent library visitors too. I actually worked at the library for 6 years and then chose to stay home when I had my daughter. http://creativecents.blogspot.com/
Stopping by for the UBP! I love taking my (2.5 year old) son to the library, though we don't go quite as much as you. Our storytime is starting up again next week though, so I'm excited!
I also like to write. I write science fiction primarily and I've made a few short story sales, and hubby and I have a children's Christmas book that we're going to be sending to publishers and agents this year.
I hope you'll come visit Science Ficiton Mommy
http://sciencefictionmommy.blogspot.com/
or
http://sciencefictionmommy.blogspot.com/2011/03/ultimate-blog-party.html
Enjoy the party!
--Eileen
Hi there Vanessa!
I am such a fan! I LOVE visiting Silly Eagle Books!
I also love this picture of you and your little ladies!!
Georgiaxo
OOOOh! I am going to love this! I'm a big bookie too, especially children's books! I think it's because my mom was an elementary school teacher. My big project I'm wanting to do is use Eric Carle prints in our playroom. Really need to get busy on that one! I'll come share with you when it's done!
Enjoy the party and I can't wait to read more of this blog :)
Michelle @ FTSN
http://www.fromthesamenest.com/2011/03/2011-ultimate-blog-party.html
Beautiful children!! What a great idea for a blog!! We love books too! One book before bed time evreyday!!
Happy to see you joined the party this year! Nice to meet you. This is my third UBP. I am looking forward to reading your blog and getting to know you better. I hope you drop by my blogs and leave me a comment.
Cascia Talbert
The Healthy Moms Magazine
http://www.thehealthymoms.net/2011/03/ultimate-blog-party-2011.html
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I am your newest fan from the Ultimate Blog Party 2011. I would really appreciate it if you follow me back through Google Connect Friend. I have a lot of contest going on Madame Deals. $25 amazon gift card, Vera Bradley purse, $100 in jewelry, 200 cut coupons, bare minerals gift pack, $30 for an organic outfit, $75 P&G products, and the chance to win $1000. Thank you Amee
your kids are gorgeous and so are your photos. i love books, mostly kids books and going to our library. just posted about it recently.
thanks for stopping by
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If you like books you'll have to visit me. I have a book review blog.
Knitting blog party post
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I'm not stopping by from the UBP (hehehe☺) but I absolutely LOVE ♥ the picture of you and your girls!
I am a new follower from the Ultimate Blog Party!!! Nice to meet you!!
Sarah
www.sarahsblogoffun.com
www.twitter.com/SarahsBlogOfFun
www.facebook.com/sarahsblogoffun
I am glad I stopped by. :) I am now following you via gfc. I am from www.livingonloveandcents.com Please stop by some time! I have a car seat giveaway on my blog party post! I look forward to reading more from you! ~Heather
Stopping by from UPB11. Great to meet you!
There are so many fun blogs to visit! If you have time, I hope you’ll stop by:
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You can enter to win a $25 Gift cert to my eBay store to spruce up your spring/summer wardrobe (details on post)
Have a great weekend!
Wow! I am loving all the comments today! :) Thanks to all of you for stopping by from the UBP and for all my regular readers--always love hearing from you. I'm trying to click through and comment on each of your sites today in response. :)
Love Lucia's expression in that photo. She looks a little worried about this party. Always excited to read your posts. So bookish, crafy and creative. Partying as well at Brimful!
It is nice to find someone else who borrows 2 or 3 bag loads of books from the library! I get some funny looks sometimes but the kids read a lot.
I love your idea of finding vintage books and using them as art. I have always used books to introduce my children to art and I may go look for some vintage books to do the same as you. Thanks for the idea!
I love your blog! Thanks for all the wonderful book suggestions. Enjoy the party
Thanks for stopping by. What adorable girls you have! I think it's awesome that you're raising them to understand the importance of books and reading!!
I'm new on twitter, too. Just signed up last night, and it can be very frustrating. But I think you and I will get the hang of it in short order.
Cheers,
Tracy All Thumbs Crafts
Hi! I see you feature Reviews and/or Giveaways. I would like to invite you to add your blog to my “Review and Giveaway Blog Directory” if you haven’t already . Hope you’re having a Sweet Week!
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I'm going to go to your facebook page! I didn't even know you had one. I'm glad you're taking part in UBP11! Have fun!
I love the picture of you and your girls! The baby can't be 6 months old already. I have been a fan for quite a while and appreciate all of your posts even though I don't often have time to comment lately. I especially liked the post about the sharpie speedo in a thrift store book. :-)
My boys and I also use the library a lot. I sometimes get overwhelmed when I'm trying to round up all the books to return them. I can't wait to see the tulip project!
Melanie
youmadethat.blogspot.com
I am a children's book lover also! Love your blog!
I'm Here from the UBP11 adding you to my blog roll page.
Thanks for a great prize! My Ultimate blog party post
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My son is well beyond the children's book age but I still fondly recall his favorites. Hope you are enjoying the party!
Stopping by from the party... already adore you blog! Signed up to follow you on Twitter- finally taking the Twitter plunge....lol!
visiting from the UBP you have a very nice blog here I am now following you and looking forward to reading some great post you can find me at http://shopannies.blogspot.com
Your daughter's are beautiful! & I love reading books as well, I guess that goes with the territory of being a teacher ;)
Hope you are having fun at this year's UBP 2011! I know I am!
Great pics!
Stopping by from the Ultimate Blog Party 2011!
Hope you’ll visit my party: http://momandmore.com/2011/04/2011-ultimate-blog-party-welcome-to-mom-and-more.html
What a lovely blog you have here! This is my first experience as a participant in the Ultimate Blog party--what a delightful way to meet new people of like interests.
Have a lovely day!
I was so excited to see your pretty girls' faces! I don't remember seeing them in any of your previous blogs. You have a beautiful family and lovely blog!
Hi Vanessa, Following you back from UBP. LOVE your blog!
Kristin from www.bohokids.com
I've starred your blog to come back to later! Like you, I LOVE books, and when my kids were little, we almost needed a truck for our library hauls (OK, a bit of an exaggeration! :)) I also perked up when I saw the phrase "book-inspired." I honestly love anything to do with books! I hope you'll check out my book blog, Cindy's Book Club
http://cindysbookclub.blogspot.com
I love literature inspired art! Cheers from UBP
I am following you (suelee1998) from the blog hop party, you have a great site. Would you like to follow me back? http://susansdisneyfamily.blogspot.com/
thank you :)
Love the Thumbelina find! I have an early literacy blog you might want to check out.
www.readysetread2me.blogspot.com
And I'll see you on FB!
We're a book-lovin' family too. (seriously... we bring multiple bags ((and sometimes laundry baskets...EEEK!)) with us when we hit the library). and i LOVE book-related crafts. glad to be your newest follower!
via UBP,
-shawnacy
Hiya, I'm a new follower from the UBP'11. Nice blog! Please stop by A Little of This and a Little of That and follow back. Have a super week!
http://alittleoftheother.com
New follower via UBP> Hope you will follow me too @ http://masalabowl.blogspot.com/2011/04/day-298-ultimate-blog-party.html
Love your blog! I'm hoping you'll stop by and visit my blog. I'm new to blogging and UBP. I LOVE it! When I reach 100 followers, I will be giving 1 Lavender Essential Oil to 1 lucky winner.
http://frankandcandice.blogspot.com
Stopping by to say ‘Hi’ from my 5 Minutes for Mom Ultimate Blog Party 2011 link-up! What a great blog you have and I will be following! Stop by and say ‘Hi’ back! I have blog parties on Tuesday and Wednesday’s that may interest you. Tuesday is Tutorial & Thrifty Treasures Tuesday. Wednesday is What’s Cookin’ Wednesday. I am also looking for guest posts on home décor and crafts if you are interested.
Denise
Extreme Personal Measures
Hi! I'm stopping by from the UBP. Nice to meet you! I am a new follower : )
I have two blogs, and I'd love for you to stop by when you get a minute. Thanks!
http://giveawaycorner.blogspot.com/ (A free giveaway every weekday)
http://anne-somekindofwonderful.blogspot.com/ (Family blog)
Hey! just stoppin by for the blog party. LOVE your blog and are proud to say we are your newest followers and {blog} friends. We'd love for you to come check out our new blog and be our newest follower and {blog} friend as well..much love
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I love the look of your pictures! Feel free to stop by and take a peek around if you'd like! http://www.flipflopmama.com/2011/03/ultimate-blog-party-2011.html
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