Tuesday Turn About #264 Wrapping Up Summer
Tuesday Turn About #264 Wrapping Up Summer: We are featuring all kinds of wonderful blogs to start finishing off the summer season!
TUESDAY TURN ABOUT #264 WRAPPING UP SUMMER
We had all kinds of FREEBIES as last week’s party.
The party has started, and we’re starting to wrap-up summer!
Are you?
While saying ‘hello’ to August, we also look forward to starting to prep for fall!
I can hear some of you saying, “Fall… already???!!!”
Well, we need to start prepping for the holiday and seasonal decorating that so many of us love, right?
However, this week, we’ll still be featuring some fun summer posts, including DIYs, recipes, crafts and more!
But first…
Abode Adventures
I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for some cooler temps. Unfortunately, here in So Cal, we usually don’t see those temps until late October or early November!
So, for now, the AC remains on from 10am until 7pm, and sometimes later! Moving to the trailer location has brought me into temps that are about 5-10 degrees warmer than when I lived in MWA 2.0. Whew!
The first four weeks and detox/reset has come to close for my new eating lifestyle. But, the lifestyle continues with more yummy recipes, coaching calls, digital magazines, and more!
And now, for the grand total of weight loss for the first four weeks…
I’m down by 12.6 pounds!
Seriously, I have to give God ALL the glory in this! And I can’t wait to share a post this week, letting you in on the full intel!
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My Wee Finds
Do you like to make your own salad dressings? What about just having oil and vinegar available to add a ‘punch’ to your greens? With my new eating style, I’ve started making my own dressings, and I’m using these glass cruet bottles to make it easy to shake and pour!
When Mom was with us, she struggled with keeping the shower curtain closed when she was in the assisted living apartment. So, I purchased these easy to use magnets for the sides, along with these magnetic shower curtain weights. They work like a charm, and I’m now using some in my tiny shower!
Of course, along with all the cooking, there is also some baking going on now at My Wee Abode! Yum! These stainless steel measuring cups and spoons are a nice weight so they don’t go flying (like plastic often does), and they are healthy, too! 😉
Weekly Household Tip
The ‘flying shower curtain/liner’ really can be a problem. Does anyone else deal with this? (I’m raising my hand here.)
As I shared above, if you need to keep your shower curtain in place so it’s not flying and sticking to parts of your body we won’t mention here, seriously consider purchasing the shower curtain weight and side magnets I mentioned above. They are super easy to use and work really well!
Weekly Blogging Tip
Do you put effort into creating compelling headlines for your blog posts? I know I really need to work more on this!
According to Si Quan Ong from ahrefs.com:
“A click is what separates your audience from your content. And the number one thing that influences a click is your headline.”
For more information, take a look at point #5 in this article that Si wrote about “catchy” headlines.
Now, let’s grab a cool drink, or a hot coffee, depending on where you are in this world, and enjoy this week’s features!
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DIY Painted Hexagon Shelves with Succulents //
How to Make Stretch Velvet Acorns with Real Caps
A Cheerful Summer Tablescape
Lemons always remind me of summer! How ’bout you? This lovely summer tablescape was whipped up by Amber at Follow the Yellow Brick Home. Be sure to visit and peruse her new home!
How to Refill Expensive Candle Holders
MaryJo from Masterpieces of My Life is showing us how we can refill those beautiful (and expensive) candle vessels that have been used up! What a clever idea!
Repurposed Starbuck’s Bottles
This is such a neat idea! There are many spices that we all use a lot of, such as cinnamon, oregano (well, at least I do), and salt. Using empty Starbuck’s ready-made coffee bottles to store spices is a great way to upcycle, and they look smart, too! See the how-to from Bethany at An Inspired Home.
Design Elements for Your Home
Let’s update our homes, shall we? Take a look at these 10 essential interior design elements that my friend and former TTA cohostess is sharing with us! Carol’s got some great tips over at BlueSky at Home.
Mango Peach Salsa Recipe
Arlene from Flour On My Face is sharing a yummy and fruity pico de gallo recipe with us! I could actually have this on a couple of tacos on my new eating program! Of course, all organic produce is a must! 😉
19th Century Inspired Craft Room
This craft/sewing area will transport you to a gentler time! Laura from Decor to Adore is sharing her lovely space with us, and what inspired her!
June Flower Garden and Critters
I just love a gorgeous summer garden, and Amy’s Creative Pursuits is sharing hers in all its glory… plus some visitors that stop by, too!
Creating a Home Decor Inventory
Learn how to keep track of your home decor and supplies with this system from Lynne at Thrifting Wonderland. This is really handy for collectors, too!
Wooden Mushroom Ornaments
Okay, okay… I’m kinda slipping in a bit of fall. Don’t judge me! Michelle from Thistle Key Lane is sharing how to paint your own cute little ‘shroom ornaments! I actually have these wooden fungi in my craft stash… I might have to try this out!
Air Fryer Vegetables
The more I’m cooking these days, the more I realize I need an air fryer. I actually sold mine just before I moved to MWA 3.0! But, I digress. Judy from Recipes Simple is sharing her quick and easy air fryer vegetable medley recipe that will be put on my cooking list!
Make Any Cabinet Door a Slow-Close
This is a nifty little trick to have in your back pocket! Want to have those wonderful slow-close cabinet doors? Charleston Craft will show you how to do-it-yourself!
Courtyard Miami Airport Hotel Guide
If you’re planning a last-minute summer vacation to Miami, Jennifer from Shoreline Journeys has the ultimate guide for your visit to the Courtyard Miami Airport Hotel.
Check out our Tuesday Turn About Link Party Pinterest board! All featured posts are pinned to this board each week, IF you have a pinnable image!
Let’s start sharing! Because this is a party, we encourage all who link up to visit several other bloggers who have linked as well – comments and pins are a great way to spread the love!
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Next week, I’ll be looking for those fall DIYs, decor, and crafts! Looking forward to sharing with you about my last 4 weeks of healthy eating, too!
I’m so impressed with your lifestyle changes and progress! You go girl! Thank you so much Julie for the feature! I’m absolutely thrilled you included my ‘shrooms this week! 😊
Thanks, Michelle! God is good, all the time! It is all Him, because I sure was failing before!
Congratulations on your new lfe style plan. 12+ pounds is a super way to start. Looking forward to hearing more about the plan. thanks so much for the feature for the “Inventory”. I’m continuing to make progress and it feels great to be more organized. Have a wonderful week.
Lynne
Thanks, Lynne! Organizing is so important! So glad you are making progress!
I can’t wait to read your post about the details of your healthy changes, Julie! Also, those little cruet bottles are so cute, and they remind me of when I was growing up and my mom would buy those little packets of salad dressing mix that she would add to oil and vinegar in one of those little bottles. Thanks for hosting!
Yes, my mom did that with the dressing ingredients, too! Thanks for joining the party!
Julie,
Congrats on the weight loss..That is fantastic!! I am trying to get myself back on track bit i really need to start walking again…We are getting a break from the heat this coming week with 6 days of high temps only in the 70’s!! Looking forward to that even if it mean rain from Hurricane Debby…We need the rain too.. My husband bought a shower curtain at bed, Bath and Beyond that cost about $40 but it is weighted on the bottom, made from a heavy fabric and it washable , which I love… worth the investment…
Thanks so much for hosting!! I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into it along with visiting all the links!!
Hugs,
Deb
Debbie-Dabble Blog
Smart shower curtain solution! And I’m so happy that you are getting a weather break!
Thank you so much for featuring my garden. I so appreciate it. And I’m so excited to hear about your weight loss/lifestyle program. I can’t wait!
Thank you, Amy… and you are welcome, too!
You are inspiring so many of us, Julie! Congrats on your wellness journey! Can’t wait to learn more! And, of course, thanks for hosting this lovely Tuesday link up each week! We are happy to be here and we always appreciate your tips!
Thanks, Laura! And you are so welcome! Love having you here!
Thanks so much Julie! Congrats on the weight loss~ So many great features this week! Looking forward to fall posts and cooler temps~
Me, too, Jenna!
Thank you so much for featuring me – it made my day! Congrats on the weight loss – I’m impressed, as that is SO hard to do. Happy Tuesday!
You are SO welcome, Bethany! I visited your blog and looked around. It looks like you just started blogging! Is that right?
Yes, I’m only about 2 months into this!
You are doing a great job!
Congratulations on the weight loss Julie! I have to hop back on that bandwagon too and lose some weight! Looking forward to your post :).
Thanks, Sara! I’ve been writing the post yesterday and today… it’s been hard, but good!
Congrats Julie. That’s amazing. Besides the weight loss I’m sure you’re feeling fabulous at so many levels. It’s a wonderful feeling. Thanks for hosting us and I appreciate the feature on my candles. Have a great week & stay cool. XO- MaryJo
You were featured at a lot of parties this week, it seems! Woot! And, yes… SO many benefits to having a healthy diet!
Thanks so much for having us over, Julie. Great to hear about the weight loss, I think most of us need to constantly be aware of what we consume and a healthy lifestyle. Looking forward to hearing about it! Golly, wish we could turn off our AC at 7 pm. Have a great week. I’m looking forward to fall.
Oh, the temps are crazy across the country. Then you have states that are getting all kinds of rain! Not here!
Hi Julie,
Thank you so much for the lovely feature. I am in truly talented company!
May your summer days be filled with delight and wonder.
You were featured a lot in Blogland this week! Congrats!
Although I have to confess that I’m soooo over heat and humidity, I’m not ready for fall. I feel like I never really had a spring or summer, having spent most of both seasons cooped up in the house. Maybe your reminder will kick start my planning process!
Why have you been cooped-up? Has it been too hot? Yeah… I would want fall just for the cooler temps! Last year, we only had about two weeks of high temps… this year, almost the whole summer!
Julie, thank you so much for featuring my post about interior design elements. Always love sharing here at Tuesday Turn About. Keep up the great work. Hugs, sweet friend.
Thanks, Carol. Love being able to share your blog with others!
Wow Julie – Congratulations on 12 pounds! And thanks for the tips and features – lots of great inspiration today! Hope you have a happy cool week!
Thank you, Barbara! Hugs!
5 – 10 degrees warmer – glad you have an a/c! Thanks for the party and the blogging tips. Going to check out the article you linked. Stay cool and congrats on the weight loss too! You are my hero.
This is all GOD, girlfriend! This is not the norm for me, so it HAS to be Him!
Thanks, Julie, for hosting weekly. Wishing you an awesome week.
My entries this week are numbered #58-59.
Thank you, Esme! Already joined the party!
Hi Julie – great weight loss I could do with following your lead! I know what to do….. what stops us?
Love your blogging tip today; yes the right title/headline is what it’s all about!
Many thanks
Pamela
http://www.style-yourself-confident.com
I think what has stopped me so often in the past is having to think about food… ALL THE TIME! It seems counter-intuitive and contradictory to what we want. For food to be in its “proper place”. This new plan has eliminated that for me! Glad to have you with us each week!
Lovely inspiration this week, Julie and CONGRATS on the weight loss! I am walking in hopes to be healthier! Creatively, Beth
Yes… walking is such a great way to exercise when you don’t like to exercise! My walking buddy returned from vacation, and immediately her fam came to visit. So, we’ll see how it goes while they are here. 😉