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Thursday, April 8, 2010

Hey Ultimate Blog Partiers! :D Nice to Meet You!

Ultimate Blog Party 2010

What is the UBP - Ultimate Blog Party?

Hey, I'm Jenni! I live in North Carolina with my actor husband. We'll be married 2 years in May! We met in December 2007, got engaged 10 weeks later, and married 10 weeks after that! Pretty fast!! :)

We love to TRAVEL tons (which is good because our family is all over the US!), we watch a TON of movies, and we LOVE food!! :D My hubby is acting almost full-time and I create craft courses teaching step-by-step instructions for fun things like Quilling and Tutu Making! I love working from home and all the time I have to spend with my friends enjoying beautiful North Carolina!


Here's a recent pic of my hubby and I at a friend's Oscar party!


I am in the process of launching MissTutu.com teaching moms how to make Tutu Skirts and Tutu Dresses (plus accessories) for their little girls!


Even running a Mom Blogger Contest for $100 CASH to help spread the word! :)


We love taking roadtrips in our Vette! (Especially with the top off!)
This picture was last summer before I chopped off ALL that hair!


And here's our cat, my baby! :) Chandler
(named after Matthew Perry's FRIENDS character since I'm a huge fan of the show!)
He is NOT a huge fan of the tutu I tried to get him to model however. :D



Here are a few of my favorite things....
BATHS - recently addicted and looking to buy a house with a huge garden tub! :)
CARBS - but they don't like my waist and booty! I'm trying to quit!!
BABIES - we don't have any yet but I'm getting a new brother-in-law ANY day now!!
MOVIES - one of the fun things my hubby and I love to do together
FAMILY and CHURCH FAMILY - blessed with many amazing people in my life!
BEING ONLINE - I'm never more than a foot from my laptop 24/7 :D
CRAFTS - I regularly spend a small fortune in Michael's, Hobby Lobby, and JoAnn's


Not sure what else to write about so how about I share my favorite cookie recipe so you can make some for the PARTY! ...

How to Make These EASY and DELICIOUS Pumpkin Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

Please enjoy them and have a big bite for me! :)

Soft Pumpkin Cookie Recipe:
1 C. sugar
1 C. canned pumpkin
1/2 C. softened butter
2 C. flour (try using wheat or spelt flour for a healthier version!)
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon or pumpkin pie spices
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 C. raisins or chocolate chips or nuts

Heat oven: 375.
Mix sugar, pumpkin, butter.
Stir in flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Mix in raisins, nuts, chocolate chips.
Drop spoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet; bake until light brown (8-10 min)
Optional vanilla frosting: (they are great even without this!):
3 C. powdered sugar and 1/3 C. butter or margarine, softened.

Beat in 1 1/2 tsp vanilla and about 2 tsp. milk (or water) until smooth and spread on cookies.

Some substitution suggestions:

Try Smart Balance (for baking) instead of butter if you want a dairy-free version of these cookies.

Use spelt flour or wheat flour for a healthier cookie.

Add dried cranberries and chocolate chips to the batter.

Add stevia as a sweetener instead of using sugar (check your container of stevia to see the conversion - do NOT use a full cup of stevia; its MUCH sweeter than sugar!) :)

PS - remember to try the batter before you cook it - YUMMY!! :)

Here's the prize I donated for UBP 10...hope you win!! :D

USC 64 – 2 Hour Instructional DVD on How to Make 15 styles of No-Sew Tutu Skirts and Dresses, plus Bonus Online Videos for Tutu Accessories Like Hair Bows and Fairy Wands.
Provided by: MissTutu.com
Follow here: jennspen or Visit Our Fan Page: Jenn Swift Spencer


WOW there were soooo many cool prizes! I'd be happy to win ANY of them!
But here are my top picks:
40- One winner will receive a 3 day 2 night stay from Holiday Inn Main Gate East in Kissimmee, FL (less than 2 miles from Disney World) a value of $250.
Provided by: Holiday Inn Main Gate
6 – Hand Stamped Personalized Necklace valued at $48 The Double Stacked A Lot Of Love.
Provided by: Kristen’s Custom Creations
8 – Buds to Bloom Photo Tile Necklace ($95) – Features custom photo tile, hand stamped mom charm & bead cluster. The Ultimate Mommy Necklace!
Provided by: Lisa Laverty at Elemental Memories
18 – Goodie Basket for Mom, includes health and beauty items for mom and kids. $5 gift card to Wal-Mart, Softlips Pomegranate Lip Balm, Moments for Mothers, Thoughtful Reflections to Warm Her Heart book by Robert Strand, 20 Sheets of Glossy Photo Paper, EcoTools earth-friendly beauty Intensive Hand Cream, Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred Workout DVD, Peaceful Waters Relaxation DVD, Tantric Toning Workout DVD with Stephanie de Phillipo, Magnetic Babysitter Checklist, The Flavor Point Diet book by Dr. David L. Katz, Photo Album that holds 80 photos and a Beautiful decorative Wood Chip Basket. Estimated retail value of prize $50.
Provided by: Healthy Moms – The Number One Health Blog for Moms
32 – $25 Target Gift Card!
Provided by: The Frugal Novice
2 - Two winners will receive a $50 gift certificate to shop our tagless baby apparel.
Provided by: Happy Panda
Otherwise, ANY of the hotels or gift cards would be SWEET!! :D

PLEASE leave a comment and let me know you came by!!


Oh and one of my favorite tutus...I couldn't get a really good photo against the wall so sorry if it looks crooked (its really not!) Its a Christmas santa empire waist tutu dress!!
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171 comments:

  1. Pamela M. Kramer - A Renaissance WomanApril 9, 2010 at 7:21 AM

    Where are your prize choices?

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  2. JennApril 9, 2010 at 8:39 AM

    Sorry just added it! Site was down last night and then I went to bed before it came back up to see the prizes! :)

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  3. MommyLisaApril 9, 2010 at 1:13 PM

    Wow. How fun to make your own tutus. My daughter loves tutus.

    :) thanks for stopping at my site too!

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  4. StacyApril 9, 2010 at 1:43 PM

    Jenn! Thanks so much for your sweet comment on my blog:) I cannot WAIT to go make a tutu!!!!! Cheers!!

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  5. JanetApril 9, 2010 at 2:09 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog via UBP! Your tutu's are adorable.

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  6. JenApril 9, 2010 at 2:31 PM

    love to tutu's! my hubby and I met, got engaged and married within 4 months lol, greatest thing that ever happened to me.

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  7. HattieApril 9, 2010 at 2:32 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. How I wish I had little girl to put in a tutu!!!

    Hope you have fun at the UBP10 & have a great weekend!

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  8. Angie VinezApril 9, 2010 at 2:43 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog, my dear! :) Great to see you participating in the UBP as well. Hope you win a fantastic prize!

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  9. Lovin' Life on LessApril 9, 2010 at 2:45 PM

    Ditto to Hatties's comment. I wish I had a little girl for the tutus. Thanks for stopping by and I will be sure to share your site with my friends that do have little girls. Actually, I am the only one with just my little man and I do love him so :-)

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  10. Kate Pantier @ Mommy MonologuesApril 9, 2010 at 2:58 PM

    Thanks for stopping by! I'm participating in the MissTutu.com contest!

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  11. KendraApril 9, 2010 at 3:41 PM

    Thanks for visiting! :-) Love the tutu's!

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  12. Jennifer KApril 9, 2010 at 3:45 PM

    Thanks for saying hello! I love tutus and hope to have a little girl to dress up someday! Happy UBP!

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  13. AnonymousApril 9, 2010 at 4:03 PM

    Stopping in from the UBP! I absolutely LOVE that little flowered tutu and so would all of my little girls. Thanks for stopping by today. And just for the record, our house can be fun but energy is something I am always longing for. LOL
    Have a great day and I hope to see you around blogland!

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  14. DebApril 9, 2010 at 4:42 PM

    Thanks for your comment on my blog.
    Now I'm pumped to go make me a tutu....wait not me I mean my daughter....wait not the 23 year old one the 4 year old...and my grandbutton tu. ;O)
    Ok I must go back and link onto my blog the prizes I'd like to win.
    100 bucks would fit nicly into my new wallet!
    ps. what programs has your hubby been on? Or is it top secret?
    Have a wonderful week!

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  15. LynetteApril 9, 2010 at 5:54 PM

    Glad to see you Jenni! Thanks for coming by my blog. Hope you are having a fun time partying!!

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  16. TiffanyApril 9, 2010 at 6:14 PM

    Thanks for coming by my page and thank you for commenting. This UBP is the best. It's a great way to meet new people.
    I can't wait to learn how to make a tutu.

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  17. AnonymousApril 9, 2010 at 7:49 PM

    Hi,
    Thank-you for stopping by my blog party.
    You have a beautiful blog.
    Have a great weekend.
    Lisa
    http://www.lisasglutenfree.com

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  18. ChristineApril 9, 2010 at 8:22 PM

    Hi there! We're in the process of making our very first tutu - more grunge than princess for my daughter's music videos. I can't wait to see your take on it too!

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  19. UnknownApril 9, 2010 at 8:29 PM

    Great blog, your tutus are just the cutest! I am in LOVE with your car, nice :)

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  20. UnknownApril 9, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    LOL I would love to learn to make a tutu and then torture my boys with it! Hee hee. They are currently allergic to girls, so anything frilly or pink would drive them nuts!

    Thanks for stopping by my UPB post. Glad to meet you!

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  21. AnonymousApril 10, 2010 at 5:52 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!
    What a fantastic recipe!
    Nice to meet you!

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  22. Rebekah {honey and cheese}April 10, 2010 at 7:17 AM

    Oh, wow - I'm definitely going to watch that tutorial ('tutu'rial?). :) As a dance teacher, preschool teacher, aunt, and photographer, that's one bit of knowledge that will be put to good use!

    Thanks for having me over! :)

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  23. Amy MayfieldApril 10, 2010 at 7:31 AM

    Thank you for stopping by my blog!
    Oh how I LOVE tutus.

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  24. JennApril 10, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    Thanks everyone for the comments! Never had so much fun at a blog party before!! :D

    My hubby is doing some commercial acting and movie acting...just started about 3 months ago! He's in a movie coming out this fall and filming another one in a few months...can't reveal titles yet! :D

    Have fun at the party...I'll be blog hopping all week! Already commented on 100 blogs, but then got a computer virus from somewhere so that set me back! Hope to get to EVERY blog on the list! :D

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  25. BeverlyApril 10, 2010 at 10:06 AM

    What a lovely blog! I have two little girls to put in tutus. :-) I'll be back to read more! Nice to meet you.

    Beverly from Speakable Gifts
    http://speakablegifts.com/blog1/2010/04/08/ultimate-blog-party-2010/

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  26. Scuba Wife LifeApril 10, 2010 at 11:25 AM

    just stopping by for the party! Your tutus are adorable! You are very talented! I love your hair short!! :) Its so nice to meet you! I look forward to reading more of your blog! :)

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  27. LaunaApril 10, 2010 at 2:23 PM

    Super cute tutus! Might have to make one for my little girl! Great blog!

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  28. Tomi CApril 10, 2010 at 2:32 PM

    Great blog and what BEAUTIFUL tutus! Thanks for participating in UBP 2010. What a neat way to connect with fellow bloggers - new and old. Come visit me at http://threeboysandanoldlady.blogspot.com/

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  29. Country Mouse, City MouseApril 10, 2010 at 3:02 PM

    Love your post! Have a great time blog hopping!

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  30. Carolyn GApril 10, 2010 at 3:05 PM

    Hi there fellow North Carolinian! Thanks for stopping by my blog for the UPB10!! I love those tutu's and the cat in the tutu is priceeless!

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  31. KatDaleApril 10, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    Cute! Found you on UBP. I love finding new blogs to follow!

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  32. Crystal and CoApril 10, 2010 at 3:30 PM

    So excited you found my blog! Thanks for signing up or my Homemade Gourmet Giveaway!

    http://www.crystalandcomp.com/2010/04/homemade-gourmet.html

    Best of luck! Have fun with the UBP.

    Crystal

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  33. mama2lilevApril 10, 2010 at 3:34 PM

    Thanks for stopping by! I can't wait to make our tutus! You will have to check back to see how it turns out.

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  34. Alicia KApril 10, 2010 at 3:36 PM

    Hi Jenni ~ Stopping by from UBP. Love your blog ... my girls love tutus. They are 8 and 5 and are ballerinas so tutus are our life. We occasionally even dress our golden retriever Maggie up in one. Your cat Chandler is adorable!!

    Also, love NC. My parents live in Asheville.

    Happy Ultimate Blog Party 2010!

    Alicia
    www.kramercottageschool.blogspot.com

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  35. BNMApril 10, 2010 at 4:15 PM

    Aww your tutus are cute! Kinda makes me want a little girl haha! So what kind of movies has your hubby been in? Thats pretty cool!!!
    Anyway just stoppin by from UBP10 have a great weekend

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  36. Amber @ Luv and LaughterApril 10, 2010 at 4:17 PM

    Thanks for the comment! I need a little girl to put a tutu on soon otherwise my co-workers daughters are going to be spoiled... Every time I go into JoAnn's I come out with more idea's than I have time. I would love to learn more about quilting.

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  37. ShondaApril 10, 2010 at 4:26 PM

    Thanks for stopping by Milk N Honey, Jenn. You are so cute with your hubby. Love the recipes!

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  38. SuperchikkApril 10, 2010 at 4:30 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! When I saw your cat's name was Chandler, I immediately wondered if it was after THE Chandler from Friends. I think I've seen every episode at least twice, and can quote most of them. Love it!

    It's so cool that you can make and share all of those things. I have a friend who lives in the area of the Biltmore and you and her would make a great pair with all of your craftiness and baking and such.

    I wish I had someone to make a tutu for - but I have a son and a nephew...no little girls...yet! Maybe one day your tutorial will come in handy, though!

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  39. LindaApril 10, 2010 at 4:44 PM

    wow!! cute cat and his tutu! that made me giggle a bit! i gotta try those cookies, they look yummalicious!!! AWW, I hope I will have a girl one day. I have 2 BOYS! Thanks for stopping by and have a terrific weekend!!

    Linda

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  40. L MedranoApril 10, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    Visiting from UPB 2010! This is such a fun site. I love this party. I find so many great places & people.

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  41. Christianne @ Little Page TurnersApril 10, 2010 at 5:35 PM

    Great tutu! I made two for my girls this last October for Halloween so they could be fairies. :) Definitely a must-know for moms of girls!

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  42. Janettessage.blogspot.comApril 10, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog...don't have any use for a tutu right now...I am a mother to five boys and one girl, and she is 18! So maybe a granddaughter.
    Janette

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  43. UnknownApril 10, 2010 at 5:48 PM

    Thanks so much for stopping by my blog earlier! I use a very similar recipe to make pumpkin chocolate chip muffins that are awesome!

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  44. Staci AApril 10, 2010 at 5:51 PM

    Your tutus are so cute! Makes me wish I had a little girl to dress up! I'll have to try out your recipe though. Sounds yummy!

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  45. veraApril 10, 2010 at 6:24 PM

    Hi thanks for stopping by! Oh my gosh, your tutu kitty cracked me up!!! I can't wait to try out your tutu tutorial (that's fun to say outloud!)

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  46. AnonymousApril 10, 2010 at 6:44 PM

    I have to mimic these comments! Your cat is super super funny!!!

    http://chubbycheeksthinks.blogspot.com/2010/04/blog-party-wooo-hooo.html

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  47. TanyaApril 10, 2010 at 7:07 PM

    Tutus and cookies?? I love this party!! Thanks for checking me out :)

    I have some great giveaways goin' on at my party...like a $150 Skincare package and a $60 Flower Arrangement. Pop over if you have a sec!

    http://dreamsdiapersanddilemmas.blogspot.com/2010/04/ultimate-blog-party-seabuckthorn-150.html

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  48. Shari@aPsychMommyApril 10, 2010 at 7:15 PM

    Gosh I wish I had a girl--I loved tutus growing up. Of course I guess there's nothing wrong with my son in one, right?

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  49. JackieApril 10, 2010 at 7:24 PM

    Thanks for stopping by. It's nice to meet you.

    Have a wonderful weekend!

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  50. Single PAPApril 10, 2010 at 7:39 PM

    hi! thanks for commenting on my blog. so nice of you to donate prizes.

    also have to comment about your courtship. you are giving me hope!!!!! lol

    good luck!

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  51. LauraApril 10, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    Stopping back by, thanks for visiting my blog. :) Very cute TuTus! And I love the Vette, my husband would drool over it. And I think i've been to the flea market up there! My husbands family used to live there and we'd always go by when we visited.

    ThriftyWifey.Blogspot.com

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  52. JannaApril 10, 2010 at 8:00 PM

    I have a little girl who would be thrilled to wear a tutu like that!

    Hope the new business is a success. I love to see pics of little girls wearing them.

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  53. ChelsApril 10, 2010 at 10:51 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog from UBP! I have a daughter and nieces that like tutus-- great blog! Thanks for sharing! Im also checking out your cool quilling page!

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  54. MerryApril 10, 2010 at 10:53 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog for UBP! I may have to make your tutu for one of my friend's little girls since my little boy would NOT be impressed if I made one for him. ;)

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  55. IASoupMamaApril 11, 2010 at 5:12 AM

    Hi! Your tutus are adorable and I LOVE your at model! I'm not married to an actor, but my hubby is a theatre lighting designer (and college professor) -- congrats on the impending brother in law!

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  56. AshleyApril 11, 2010 at 6:42 AM

    OMG i am sooo glad you came by my blog, i might have never found you other wise. Me and my sister in law were just talking about trying to figure out how to make tutus for my little one... Cant wait to spend more time on your blog!

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  57. Kristi {at} Live and Love...Out LoudApril 11, 2010 at 7:22 AM

    Thanks so much for stopping by! I love tutus on little girls. Cats? Not so much. lol Great blog! Happy UBP 2010 blog hopping. Have a great day.

    Kristi, Live and Love...Out Loud
    @TweetingMama

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  58. UnknownApril 11, 2010 at 9:24 AM

    Oh, I love pumpkin so I'll definitly have to give your cookies a try some time soon! BTW, love the picture of your cat in a tutu, LOL! Thanks for stopping by an leaving me a post so I could find my way here!

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  59. AnonymousApril 11, 2010 at 10:31 AM

    HI. Thanks for visiting me during the UBP.
    Happy early anniversary next month. We love NC. My family still lives in Wilmington, and I was born and raised in Durham. We love to travel too and I have a 2 1/2 year old daughter who loves Tutus!! I can't wait to read more! Have a great week!

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  60. MomtoAandJApril 11, 2010 at 11:48 AM

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  61. AnonymousApril 11, 2010 at 11:49 AM

    Stopping by from my UBP Post:
    http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2010/04/who-doesnt-like-a-party-utilmate-blog-party-2010/#comments

    Wow, gorgeous car! Me and hubby were just taking yesterday about buying a vette or a new sports car. We had a Camaro years ago, and we've missed it since.
    You tuts are cute, especially on the cat! HeeHee

    Have a great day!!

    Tammi @ My Organized Chaos

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  62. EvelynApril 11, 2010 at 12:48 PM

    Miss Tutu,
    I see some rainy day activities with my nieces in the future! Great site! Love it! Thanks to UBP for bringing us together!

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  63. AnonymousApril 11, 2010 at 1:36 PM

    Miss Tutu,
    Thank you for stopping by my blog. Your blog is adorable! I have a few friends, that I'm sending your link to! Enjoy the party!

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  64. Jenny May McKimApril 11, 2010 at 2:25 PM

    Thank you for stopping by my blog..
    I am for sure going to send out your link to my moms of multiples groups ... I can't wait to try to make the tutus for my one year old identical twin girls!

    Thank you

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  65. AnonymousApril 11, 2010 at 4:32 PM

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  66. AnonymousApril 11, 2010 at 4:33 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! Those cookies look great....No carbs in those right?? lol

    If so I'll take 2 :)

    Happy blog Hopping and Partying with UBP through 5 minutes for mom!

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  67. HSUper ParentsApril 11, 2010 at 4:36 PM

    Thanks for visiting! Mmm, I LOVE pumpkin chocolate chip cookies! I'll try your recipe one day. Ralphs has some really yummy ones. Happy UBP10!
    http://hsuperparents.blogspot.com

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  68. LaVonneApril 11, 2010 at 4:56 PM

    Thank you for stopping by my blog. I appreciate it. I hope you have a lot of new traffic here. Have a great time partying this week with UBP10.

    Blessings!

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  69. CriscApril 11, 2010 at 5:15 PM

    Stopping by from the party..LOVE YOUR BLOG and am now following you :)

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  70. MaryApril 11, 2010 at 5:24 PM

    Thank you for stoppping by our blog! I looove the tutus you make. They're beautiful! Thank you also for showing how to make them. My daughter has never worn one before but I think now is a good time to try them out.

    Thanks again and party on! :)

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  71. *.::alex::.*April 11, 2010 at 5:26 PM

    Oh my gosh i about peed my pants laughing at the pic of your cat in the tutu! Hahahaha!

    I absolutely LOVE tutus.. My next blog post is all about the tutu i just bought my daughter.

    Hope you enjoy the UBP!

    @theJAKAfiles (twitter)
    www.thejakafiles.com

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  72. suzannah | the smitten wordApril 11, 2010 at 5:30 PM

    oh my gosh, pumpkin is just about my favorite thing ever.

    every little girl should have a tutu--so stinkin' cute:)

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  73. CherylApril 11, 2010 at 5:32 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! My little girl is getting too old for tutus (sniffle, sniffle) AND I lack a single creative gene. HOWEVER, my favorite combo is pumpkin and chocolate chips, and I could totally make those using spelt and smart balance. Thanks so much for sharing!

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  74. SabrinaApril 11, 2010 at 5:35 PM

    You had me at kitty in a tutu! Ha! Nice to meet you and thanks for stopping by! Party On!

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  75. Susan FobesApril 11, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    It is very nice to meet you Jenn. Thanks for stopping by.

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  76. Sugar & Spice and Frugal AdviceApril 11, 2010 at 5:51 PM

    Hi Jenn! Thanks for stopping by our site. I am so glad you did because I love love love the tutu!!!!! My 3yr old is in dance and she is going to be so excited. I am subscribing right away.

    Joelle

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  77. Bitsy Baby PhotographyApril 11, 2010 at 5:54 PM

    Jenn, WOW, so good to meet you =) Found you on the UBP....we have so much in common. I just came from your Misstutu.com page and think that is such a fabulous idea. I LOVE your little Ms. Baby modeling that tutu, lol, awesome!! Thanks for stopping by my blog, with so many blogs posted on the UBP I feel lucky =) Ciao for now!

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  78. UnknownApril 11, 2010 at 6:04 PM

    Hi Jenn:) Thanks for stopping by my blog and the kind words:) I love your blog too! That's cool that you teach and create tutus..I've always wanted to learn how to make one! I'll definitely try out the cookie recipe tonight:)
    Party on!!

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  79. JavaApril 11, 2010 at 6:18 PM

    Hello!! Following you back! Thanks so much for visiting me!!!
    You have a great blog/blogs! I wasn't sure which one to comment on (I did comment on another as well!!
    Thanks for the comment on getting married when I was 5! You made my day!
    Looking forward to reading more about you!!
    I'm excited to make a new friend!
    Take care!
    Java
    http://nevergrowingold.blogspot.com

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  80. JackieApril 11, 2010 at 6:20 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog in the UBP!

    It's nice to meet ya!

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  81. MelissaApril 11, 2010 at 6:32 PM

    Thanks for visiting me! Glad to party with you!

    These pumpkin cookies sound delicious. I like that you added substitutes. Do you or have you substituted whole wheat flour in your baked goods? I've made good cakes with whole wheat flour, but not cookies. They usually come out dry and kind of flavorless. Any tips?

    Pumpkin is full of protein and fiber! I love recipes with pumpkin in them. I recently discovered a pumpkin banana mouse pie from Ina Garten and everyone loved it. I will never make plain pumpkin pie again!

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  82. JoyceApril 11, 2010 at 6:35 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my site. This UBP is great fun. Have a good week.

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  83. LindaApril 11, 2010 at 6:43 PM

    Very nice to meet you!... thanks for stopping by my blog (Cooking Tip of the Day)... I love the tutus ...my four year old niece loves to dance...

    I love your blog!

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  84. EwwwApril 11, 2010 at 6:46 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! I can't wait to learn how to make some tutus. I'm always looking for fun things to make for my girls.

    Enjoy the party and thanks for the cookie recipe!!!

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  85. Snuggly MonkeyApril 11, 2010 at 6:57 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. your blog looks great. My daughter loves tutus so I will be trying out your tutorial.

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  86. UnknownApril 11, 2010 at 6:59 PM

    Hey! Thanks for stopping by my blog for UBP! Your cat looks so cute(ticked off but cut) in that tutu. I'm going to have to make one for my Devon Rex cat and my step daughter. LOL I don't think my son will have anything to do with them

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  87. JennyApril 11, 2010 at 7:05 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! My plan for this weekend is to make my daughter a tutu, following your directions! She will be thrilled and I will be mother of the year. Thanks!

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  88. momsmusingsApril 11, 2010 at 7:24 PM

    Thanks so much for stopping by my blog:-) I think I will have to come back here and check out the directions to make a Tutu...I have 4 girls and I know at least 3 of them would LOVE one!!

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  89. ♥ Victoria ♥April 11, 2010 at 8:17 PM

    Hi Jen aka Miss Tutu :-) Thank you for visiting my blog. I love yours, it's adorable! And the tutus are just the cutest things. My nieces love tutus so I'll be checking it out more for sure. Have a blessed week!

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  90. UnknownApril 11, 2010 at 8:48 PM

    Oh, those cookies look super yummy! I think I'll hafta try them. Thanks for stopping by my blog.

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  91. CandiceApril 11, 2010 at 9:00 PM

    Thank you so much for stopping by my blog via UBP. Loving this party. Happy partying.

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  92. JenApril 11, 2010 at 9:11 PM

    Jenni,
    Hello. Glad to have you over at Creative and Curious Kids for the UBP! My little girls are often running around in a tu tu of some sorts. Great idea to make your own.

    Jen

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  93. BrewingApril 11, 2010 at 9:24 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. And uh huh he has a TON of hair, seems to be growing thicker daily! Tutu's!! I love them! And I have two adorable little nieces who will love them too!

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  94. UnknownApril 11, 2010 at 10:01 PM

    Thanks for stopping by Tales of the Toot to celebrate the #ubp10! Don't think hubby would let our toot wear a Tutu...but I am soooo wanting to make those cookies! YUM!

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  95. CaroleMApril 11, 2010 at 10:02 PM

    Thanks for coming by my blog. I really want to try the tutu for my daughter - that's awesome!!

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  96. PrairiemaidApril 11, 2010 at 10:34 PM

    Thank you for stopping by. You have a pretty awesome site here and the tutus are lovely!

    You are the first person online I've seen mention spelt....I love using spelt.

    Have a great week!

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  97. UnknownApril 11, 2010 at 11:42 PM

    Thanks for visiting Cook Clean Craft and helping me find your blog. Unfortunately, I don't think my husband will be too pleased if I start making tutus for my son, but will keep it on file in case Number 2 is a pink one. It's a very cute blog. Happy UBP!

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  98. Coryanne Ettiene | Kitchen Living with CoryanneApril 12, 2010 at 1:40 AM

    Thanks for popping over to Housewife Bliss. I love your tutu's! You have a great talent.

    Enjoy the party.

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  99. PamApril 12, 2010 at 2:45 AM

    I'm just stopping by from your comment on my UBP post. I am definitely interested in little girl tutus--my daughter is very girly and would be giddy if I made one of those for her!

    Pam

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  100. Iron Girl!!April 12, 2010 at 2:49 AM

    Amazing site! Thanks for stopping by Busy 'Lil Homemaker. Your tutu's are so beautiful! They're bound to be a hit. Have fun at the UBP.

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  101. Auntie EApril 12, 2010 at 4:22 AM

    Loving your post. Great to meet you. been on vacation and enjoying this party. Great cookie recipe. thanks for stopping by. back to the party. Need to dial up Twitter to see what's happening. see ya later.

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  102. NanetteApril 12, 2010 at 4:48 AM

    Love your blog...I don't know that I'd be making any tutu's, but I'm definitely going to try the cookie recipe! On the UBP10 tour and just stopped by to say hi...

    Please check out my blog - I'm pretty new at it - but getting there nanedmo.blogspot.com
    and I twitter at nanreflections

    Blessings,
    Nan

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  103. TamonaApril 12, 2010 at 6:38 AM

    Love your post! I love that picture of your cat lol! TOOO CUTE!

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  104. yoncaApril 12, 2010 at 7:06 AM

    Thanks for stopping by and partying with me Jenn. Nice to meet you! Those cookies look delicious and recipe sounds really healthy. I use smart balance too:)
    Happy 2010 UBP!

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  105. SkyApril 12, 2010 at 7:33 AM

    You have such talent!! It's great to meet you!

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  106. Mommy Boots (formerly KarmaPearl)April 12, 2010 at 7:44 AM

    Thank you for stopping by my UBP post! That picture of your cat made me laugh out loud. Literally! I have two monsters - er, cats of my own. I am also addicted to the internet. Once upon a time I had a BlackBerry, but during an unfortunate episode of Pregnant Brain I washed it in the pocket of my pants. My husband was not upset, because he called the BlackBerry Husband #1. Yesh.

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  107. Milo's CreationsApril 12, 2010 at 8:28 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog during UBP10!
    Cheryl

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  108. JennApril 12, 2010 at 8:42 AM

    Thanks for stopping by our blog- it's nice to "meet" you!! Those Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies look fabulous- and a great way to use the left over canned pumpking that has been waiting patiently in my pantry!! :)

    Hope you enjoy the UBP!!

    www.OneHouseSchoolroom.com

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  109. MariceApril 12, 2010 at 11:15 AM

    nice to meet yah too :) following u back from UBP!

    Feel free to visit me here:
    Life Can't Wait and Up Now and What's Next

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  110. UnknownApril 12, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    Thanks for coming over to my blog! It is nice to meet you!

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  111. MommieDazeApril 12, 2010 at 11:37 AM

    I don't have any little girls. I would be so fun to make some tutus for them if I did.

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  112. JennApril 12, 2010 at 11:52 AM

    I love all your comments!! Thank you! I'm having fun visiting everyone's blogs! As you can see I'm a fairly new blogger but LOVE it!! :D

    Thanks!!
    Jenni

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  113. The Proverbs WifeApril 12, 2010 at 12:28 PM

    I love your Santa umpire waist Tutu so cute. You have a great story. Thanks for sharing.

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  114. The Proverbs WifeApril 12, 2010 at 12:29 PM

    Oh by the way, I'm following on Twitter. I'm @proverbswife.

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  115. BayApril 12, 2010 at 12:37 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my site! I'm now following you on twitter @queenmotherblog
    Love the picture of the cat in the tutu!!

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  116. CheriApril 12, 2010 at 12:57 PM

    Thanks for stopping by.
    Those pumpkim chocolate chip cookies look and sound yummy. I'm going to have to bookmark the recipe to try later.

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  117. Mimi NApril 12, 2010 at 1:07 PM

    Thanks for stopping by Woven by Words! My sons would LOVE your vette! I'm one of those moms who loves cars and am trying to instill that into my boys. ;) That is an absolutely hystercial photo of Chandler in the tutu. You can see he is NOT loving it. LOL Hope you are having fun with the UBP '10

    ~Mimi @ Woven by Words

    PS Good luck w/ cutting out carbs (which I love)

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  118. SusieApril 12, 2010 at 1:27 PM

    That is really cool!!! Isn't The Ultimate Blog Party awesome? Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such sweet comments. I hope to see you back there soon:-)

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  119. AnonymousApril 12, 2010 at 1:31 PM

    Stopping by from UBP to say hi! Come visit me to! http://amomstake.blogspot.com/

    Your tutu tutorial is great! Thanks

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  120. AshleyApril 12, 2010 at 1:43 PM

    Just stopping by from the UBP! :)

    A little about me: I’m a homeschooling SAHM mom of two littles (3 & 1.5). I’m a born-again Christian, and I’m currently working on my MA in Ministry. I’m not your typical “mommy blogger”, but I enjoy reading mommy blogs just the same.

    Happy UBP!

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  121. UnknownApril 12, 2010 at 4:19 PM

    You and your hubby make an adorable couple! I actually laughed out loud reading the part about not having any kids (but getting a new BIL)--too funny! Thanks for stopping by!

    I bet you get a lot of hits from mamas wanting to know how to make tutus!! Awesome idea!

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  122. UnknownApril 12, 2010 at 4:20 PM

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  123. UnknownApril 12, 2010 at 4:24 PM

    OK, somehow that got submitted a multitude of times...my apologies! I detest my ISP!

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  124. AnonymousApril 12, 2010 at 4:40 PM

    WOW great blog. I am so happy I came over. I love tutu's on my baby girl. I usually buy them but maybe I'll start making my own!!

    Nice meeting you!!

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  125. dawns41April 12, 2010 at 5:12 PM

    Hi, I am stopping by from the UBP. Everyone that has a princess in thier lives needs a tutu for them!

    dawns_horizen@yahoo.com

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  126. TreeApril 12, 2010 at 5:47 PM

    Taking a minute from my busy schedule of "partying at the UBP" to stop by your blog. LOL Thanks for visiting me too!! :)

    That is so cool that your hubby is an actor...I always wanted to be one too. :) I love the tutus you made...my cousin also makes them and I'm getting ready to set her up with a website soon. Good luck with yours!

    I'm following your blog with both of mine now...would love a "follow back!" :)

    Tree (aka Mother of Pearl)
    Mommies Faves Mom Bloggers

    Network
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  127. AnonymousApril 12, 2010 at 6:07 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!

    I have two girls, so I will be trying out those tutu tutorials!

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  128. twinkietotmomApril 12, 2010 at 7:16 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog from UBP2010! I will definitely have to check out your tutu-how-to for my twin girls!

    Oh...and butterscoth pumpkin cookies are my all time favorite fall cookie! Yum!

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  129. TaraApril 12, 2010 at 9:50 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my site!! Your tutus are "tutu" cute! HA! I'm sure you haven't heard that before! AHHH! Sorry, it's late!

    Have a great time with ubp10!!

    Blessings!
    Tara

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  130. alexisApril 12, 2010 at 9:59 PM

    hey jenn thanks for stopping by! that santa tutu is adorable! i just need to go get me a baby girl from somewhere--i don't think my husband would be too happy with me if i dressed either of my boys in a tutu.

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  131. RaineApril 12, 2010 at 10:03 PM

    Stopping by from UBP! Great tutu!

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  132. AnonymousApril 13, 2010 at 6:02 AM

    Darling site. Thanks for popping into mine! Have fun at the UBP party!

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  133. LisaApril 13, 2010 at 7:13 AM

    Hi Jenni, thanks for stopping by my page! Your tutus are adorable!

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  134. Nicole BApril 13, 2010 at 1:43 PM

    Wow, you have such a great blog - I love pink! And the tutus are beautiful. If only I had a little girl - I'm blessed with 3 boys though!
    I'm just passing through on the UBP - here's my party link. Just FYI I am so new to blogging:
    http://clothdiapernirvana.blogspot.com/2010/04/ultimate-blog-party.html

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  135. TeriApril 13, 2010 at 2:49 PM

    I blogged about you today. Nothng fancy, I wanted to bring mention to those kind enough to leave me comments during the UBP! Thank you :-)

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  136. Set Apart Living MamaApril 13, 2010 at 4:58 PM

    Hi there thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment! I hope you are having a great day!

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  137. NicoleApril 13, 2010 at 5:27 PM

    Thanks for visiting me at My Real Review!! Your tutu's are adorable!!

    Happy UBP week!

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  138. TDM WendyApril 13, 2010 at 6:10 PM

    Hey there! Thanks for stopping by "Tales from the Motherhood and Confessions of a Childhood Actress." Glad Mark Paul sucked you in :)
    Looks like you married an actor - fun and crazy. And that Santa tutu is adorable. We have 2 cats but I have not attempted to tutu them yet.
    Maybe I will take your tutorial and whip one up for them!

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  139. ChristineApril 13, 2010 at 8:57 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! I love tutus for my daughter, so thanks for donating the instructions as a prize! I actaully tried clicking on the free link and I couldn't get it to open though. :(
    http://intheknowgiveaways.blogspot.com
    Nice to meet you!

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  140. kimApril 14, 2010 at 6:44 AM

    thanks for stopping by my blog. i have always wanted to make one of those tutus for my dd. I love that you have no sew ones. those look easy.

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  141. Mommy's Life MakeoverApril 14, 2010 at 11:27 AM

    Stopping in from UBP! Thanks for stopping by mine! I love the tutu's - makes me want to have a little girl so I can make one and use it!

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  142. JillApril 14, 2010 at 3:13 PM

    Dropping by from the UBP10 Fun!

    Those cookies look so Yummy :)

    Thanks for visiting Frugal Plus :)

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  143. Carma SezApril 14, 2010 at 3:19 PM

    I will need to do some googling to figure out what quilling is - I hate to be out of the loop :D

    Thanks for stopping by my site and good luck on your new endeavor!

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  144. JamieApril 14, 2010 at 5:15 PM

    Oooo, I love your blog!! I have two girls and whenever I can find anything to make for them, I'm all in! What a great baby shower gift these would make (for a girl, of course!).

    I'm a new follower stopping by from UGP. I hope you have your own little girl someday to make these for.

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  145. ShanApril 14, 2010 at 8:11 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. Your tutus are adorable.

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  146. JessApril 14, 2010 at 8:43 PM

    Hi, thanks so much for visiting me during your UBP travels! I love the cat in the tutu. It reminds me of my daughter's favourite book, "Chester" (Chester gets put in a pink tutu after trying to take the story over from the author, Melanie Watt). I'm going to have a look and see if I can make a tutu or two because both my girls would love them!

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  147. MaricrisGApril 15, 2010 at 2:07 PM

    Hi Jenn! Thanks for visiting my blog! ALways a pleasure meeting new bloggy friends :)

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  148. Eileen RhoadarmerApril 15, 2010 at 3:03 PM

    Hi! Thanks for stopping by my blog for the party. I'm doing all my commenting here at the end, trying to play catch-up (as usual.) I, too, have a pumpkin chocolate chip cookie recipe that I love (the recipes seem similar, although I frost mine too. They're so good, both my mom and I only make them in October and November so that we don't binge on them all year round and grow accordingly!) Hope you had fun at the party! If I have a little girl, I'll be sure to come back and make her a costume!

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  149. AnonymousApril 15, 2010 at 6:31 PM

    Thank you so much for stopping by my blog during the UBP. I love the tutu's!! So cute!

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  150. BethanyApril 15, 2010 at 8:36 PM

    Thanks for visiting my blog! I wish my daughter was more of a girlie-girl, the tutus are adorable!

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  151. Tracey C.April 15, 2010 at 9:34 PM

    I love your tutus! They are so adorable. My girls (all 3 of them) love them too, so I need to browse around at your craftiness! Since you are doing a giveaway, why not come by my blog and enter mine, it is short, but sweet!



    Tracey
    My UBP blog post: Challenging Our Family to Live Frugally blog - hope you will stop by and say hi! and enter my goodie box giveaway!!Tons of goodies worth over $50!

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  152. DawnApril 16, 2010 at 8:08 AM

    Hi there! Stopping by via UBP. Great blog! LOVE the tutus! Now following:)

    http://domesticdawn.blogspot.com/

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  153. CatherineApril 16, 2010 at 10:18 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog for UBP - I love the tutus!

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  154. Caitlin @ Pacifier In My PocketApril 16, 2010 at 11:47 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my UBP post. The tutus are adorable! Now I just need a wee tiny girl to make them for!

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  155. ChristineApril 16, 2010 at 1:04 PM

    Stopping by from the UBP! I'm having a girl in August and I love tutus so, I'm excited to find your blog! Happy Partying!

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  156. Raquel N.April 16, 2010 at 6:54 PM

    Hi Jenni!

    Im Rachel from My Life - Simple and Beautiful.

    Thanks for stopping by my page. I will be sure to party with you on a couple of more posts!!!

    Great tutorials on Tutu's! I love tutu's!

    Take Care,
    Rachel

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  157. I'm a full-time mummyApril 16, 2010 at 10:22 PM

    Hi Jenn!

    I am having great fun with UBP! Thanks for stopping by!

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  158. LeslieApril 17, 2010 at 4:28 AM

    Hi, Jenn! Thanks for stopping by my photography blog through UBP-10! It's great to meet you. You're really creative. Love the tutu-orials. :o)

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  159. WildIrishRose33April 18, 2010 at 2:51 PM

    Nice to meet you! The TuTus are adorable!

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  160. Sunny Simple LifeApril 18, 2010 at 3:43 PM

    The pumpkin choc cookies look so good. Two of my favorite things. The tutu would be great on my two year old. Thanks for stopping by my blog.

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  161. Smart Money MomApril 18, 2010 at 6:40 PM

    Hi! I am so happy you stopped by my blog! So nice to meet you!

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  162. { Mom of 3 Dolls }April 18, 2010 at 6:49 PM

    Thanks for stopping by. There's a twitter party for cloth diapers if you're interest on the 22nd here and also on the 29th. Flip and iPad, respectively, will be rewarded. I hope you're able to make through all the list for the UBP. That's a lot!

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  163. WillzApril 19, 2010 at 2:38 AM

    hi jenn thanks so much for visiting my blog and for the lovely comment. the tutu lesson is what i need. my friend and i are planning to have a tutu business here in the philippines. thanks so much for sharing.

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  164. TLFApril 19, 2010 at 7:50 AM

    Nice to meet you!
    Thanks for stopping by my blog! :)

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  165. Shelby at DoubleUpBooks.com - The Twins and Multiples BookstoreApril 19, 2010 at 10:41 AM

    Hi Jenn - Thanks for stopping by my blog! I have to try that pumpkin cc cookie recipe. It looks yummy. Congrats on your new business (or old business with a new website). ~ Shelby

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  166. Spoiled...but Not RottenApril 19, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! The list of people in the party was so huge, I haven't gotten through them all yet either! I am off to see your tutu video!

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  167. ShannonApril 19, 2010 at 6:09 PM

    Hi Jenn-thanks for stopping by my blog. The UBP was fun. I still plan on checking some out even though it's over. Your tutus are adorable. Love the one with the cat!

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  168. SusannahApril 19, 2010 at 10:01 PM

    Your Tutus are really cute! Happy UBP10!

    e-Mom @ Susannah's {Kitchen} Aprons
    http://susannahsaprons.blogspot.com

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  169. N @ Cheap Like a BirdieApril 20, 2010 at 2:30 AM

    Thanks so much for coming by! Oh my yes, there are sooo many blogs to party through that I’ll be jumping around for awhile. I’ve been thinking about trying to make a tutu, I’ll have to take a tour around your site!

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  170. Eos MomApril 21, 2010 at 5:45 PM

    Hi, thanks so much for stopping by my blog, it's great to meet you! I love the picture of your (not-so-happy) cat in a tutu!

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  171. MichelleApril 21, 2010 at 6:57 PM

    Thanks for your comment - I'm still making my way around some blogs too! The cookie recipe sounds delicious!

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