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The Secret Society of Tortured Daughters-In-Law
Do you have the Mother In Law from hell? Does she treat your man like he's 6, does she come to your house and criticize you're cleaning skills? Does she never come to your house? Well here's the support group you've been looking for.
Even if your mother in law is a saint though, I can guarantee you're gonna love this site....

Lust List - baby edition

If I had a million dollars,
I wouldn't have it for long
but Id have one blinging baby


Cashmere baby blankets by Humming bird Lane
$248

Peacock Market Sling by Serena and Lily
$129

Storksac Elizabeth in Chalk
$325.00

That's all for now
Happy Shopping
Jaymi

Etsy Finds - For the bathroom

I think Alicia Keys said it best when she said "If I want to be alone, some place I can write, I can read, I can pray, I can cry, I can do whatever I want - I go to the bathroom."
This weeks Etsy Finds is all about the most under appreciated room in the house- The bathroom.

Lacework Shower Curtain by Shiloh Sweet Shop
$80.00
This beautiful handmade shower curtain is made from Amy Butler's Lotus collection. Top portion is wallflower in sky, middle strip is full moon dot in slate and the bottom portion is Lacework in Grey. Measures approx. 72x72, 100% cotton and requires a liner to be used with it.
Proportion of design may vary slightly.

***This shower curtain will be made upon ordering. Please allow approx. 2 weeks for the product to be finished. Thanks***















Midnight Sea Ceramic Soap Dish by Lure Arts
$11.50
This little dish was made to cradle your favorite bar of soap. The ridges were designed to allow water to settle and not make your handmade soaps too soggy to use. I am addicted to all of the lovely soaps found here on Etsy so of course I needed a handmade ceramic tray to hold them!

This one is glazed in Midnight Sea which is a blue glaze that has an olive undertone. The textures were designed carved and stamped into the clay while it was still wet. The dish has slight curve as well, to hold the soap better.



You are the Fairest Vinyl Wall Decal by Home Sweet Wall
$17.00
This decal measures 21" X 8" and comesin the color of your choice (see color palette).
Our vinyl designs can be applied to most clean, flat, smooth surfaces and can easily be removed (not re-used) whenever needed.
Our vinyl has a matte finish for that hand painted look.
Please specify color choice in notes section of your checkout. If no color is specified, your decal will be shipped in matte black.
Any of our decal sizes can be adjusted to fit your needs. They also can be mirrored (facing the opposite direction), just specify requests upon checkout.




Moda Wash Cloths Set of 3 by Love Me Ragged
$7.00

Great for in the kitchen, bathroom, trailer or wherever a wash cloth may be in need! These are perfect for ideal usage, and great style.
These are also great for gifts! I love them!!
Each cloth is made out of terry cloth material which is double layered, and accented with a Moda print cotton. Each cloth is also surged along each edge, for durability. Size is Appx 9”X 10”

TaTa For Now
Happy Shopping
Jaymi

I wonder what the reception was like?

Friday Time Waster

Do you remember seventeen magazine? I do, I used to buy it every month, and one of my favorite articles in it was always the confessions. It was where a bunch of girls wrote in about their most embarrassing moments and readers got to vote on how bad those moments really were.
Enter FML (short for F*^* my Life), which is like a cross between Seventeen confessions and post secret, its one of those sites you can get stuck in for hours.....
But dont take my word for it, see for yourself

-Jaymi

Get those entries in

Remember only 2 days left to enter our Wee Squek Shoes Giveaway! Theres plenty of ways to enter and win.
Click here to enter

Lust List Shoe Edition

If I had a million dollars,

I wouldn't have it for long...

but I sure would have some nice shoes!

Chrisitian Louboutin Miss 120 Platform Ankle Boots
$1075.00

Gucci Beige Suede Tattoo Heart Sandals
$780.00


Sam Edelman - Pewter Snake Erica Flat
$95.00


Steven by Steve Madden - Womens Black Bliz Sandal
$145.00

That's all for now
Happy Shopping
Jaymi

Tuesday Deals

Kushies baby is offering Modern housewife readers a 10% discount on any order. Enter discount code tlmh10 at the checkout.





Etsy shop Little Brown Paper Bag is kindly offering Modern housewife readers a 15% discount now through August 25th. Enter code "ModernHousewife 15%" in the space where you can contact the seller when purchasing.

Etsy shop Holly Camp Cards is offering readers a buy 2 get 1 free deal. Simply contact the seller to let them know you read about them on Modern housewife.







Bella Bows is offering Modern Housewife readers 20% off their entire purchase simply mention Modern Housewife with your order.

Etsy Finds - For the Kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of the home and where families can gather to share their day. It can be a sanctuary, a place where we can retreat and create. This weeks Etsy Finds is dedicated to ....
The Kitchen


Salt and Pepper Shakers By Rue Designs
$18.00

The newest item form RouDesigns! This set combines aesthetics and function into one great design for your home.

White porcelain smooth, clear glazed, slip casted, cone 6 high fired, as is all our work. Very durable and beautiful! One has two holes (for salt), the other just one (for pepper). It closes with a tight rubber stopper.

These are very elegant table top accessories to put out at dinner time or keep on your kitchen table. A great conversation piece at parties and yet so much more.



Bird and Twig Pitcher by Acero Studios
$18.00

Hand screen printed with birds and branches. Porcelain pitcher could also be used as a vase. Stands about 6 1/4" tall. Dishwasher safe. Tag included which explains it is hand-screened, plus care instructions.





















Multi Colored Stained Glass Serving Bowl by Red Crow Arts
$52.00

Bright and bold pieces of stained glass adorn this handmade pottery bowl - inside and out. The bowl was made in my studio and glazed black then stained glass was applied. A simple pattern on the inside and random pieces on the outside.




Sea Glass Bottle Stopper by Sea Shaped
$32.00

Just in time for summer parties or any other special occasion is this 4" wine bottle stopper in beautiful shades of lavender, blue, green and clear! All of the sea glass used for this stopper was hand picked along the Chesapeake Bay, MD.







Serving Bowl with Stars by Vessels and Wares
$54

Large serving bowl for your next potluck. Handle on one-side. Star stamping at the handle. Glazed forest green inside and seafoam green outside. And where the two glazes overlap...a wonderful thing happens.
About 9.5" wide and 3" tall. Easily holds 7 cups.
Wheelthrown in stoneware clay. Stamped on the bottom with my initials. Visible swirl marks.

Food- and dishwasher-safe.






Garlic Keeper by KH Phillips
$37.00

Garlic Pots, Garlic Keepers, Garlic Bowls - call'em whatcha want. They have holes in the bottom that allow your garlic to breath and keep it from sprouting and going bad. One our newest pots we are making, with ornamental handles and feet, they have a charming "human" quality and look great on any counter. They measure 5 1/2" high and about 4 1/2" wide. They hold about 5 bulbs of garlic.

These Garlic Keepers are hand thrown and hand-glazed. Made of stoneware, they are dishwasher safe. The inside has an all glossy glaze for easy clean up and
dishwasher use.

That's it for now!
Happy Shopping,
Jaymu

We have a winner!

Congratulations to reader Kathy Hodson who is the winner of our Cotton Candy Shop Giveaway!
Kathy you have 48 hours to contact Modern Housewife to claim your prize.

Wee Squeak Shoes Giveaway - CLOSED

Wee Squeak Shoes has provided us with a great giveaway this week!

"Wee Squeak Children’s Shoes are footwear that's fun to wear! Comfortable and stylish, these little shoes are great for any season. With a variety of styles and colors to choose from, these children's shoes are a great gift idea as well as a way to help children learn to walk properly without even realizing they're being taught. Traditional Mary Jane’s, along with a wide variety of boys sandals, children’s tennis shoes and girls sandals in several different colors and styles, Wee Squeak Shoes has a very diverse selection. We even have accessories to go with our “Wee Snap” shoes…clip on flowers to dress up the shoes, as well as Crystal Crown accessories in white or pink. These decorative additions to our Wee Snap line will put a sparkle in any girl’s eye when she sees them gracing her toes!

Wee Squeak shoes are designed for children and parents alike. Our shoes actually make a fun squeak sound as the child walks. A cushion in the heal squeezes air through a tiny nozzle making the squeak sound. For those occasions when the shoe needs to be silent, the squeaker can be removed very simply by an adult. Shoe sizes range from 3-12. We have a wide variety of shoes for boys and girls, and we have expanded our collection for Spring and Summer 2009. "

The winner can choose between these three pairs of shoes (size 5)

To enter please comment on who these adorable shoes would adorn if you were the lucky winner!
Giveaway ends 7/31 at midnight.

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1 entry-Blog about this giveaway, with a link back to me. Make sure you give me the link to see it!!

I will use random.org to choose the winner, contact them via email, and post the winning name here on Modern Housewife. The winner will have 72 hrs to respond, or a new name will be drawn. Make sure your profile is set to 'public', or leave your email address in your comment. Either way is fine, but if I have no way of contacting you, a new name will be drawn.

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18 Weeks Pregnant

Total weight gain/loss: Up 4 lbs at my last doctors appointment

Stretch Marks? still going with none

Sleep? what is that?

Best moment this week: My husband was able to feel the baby kick for the forst time this week, it was great to be able to share that with him.

Movement?Loving it

Food Cravings: cold cold milk

Belly Button in or out? In but shallowing

What I miss: tanning beds

What I am looking forward to: My next ultrasound in a week...

This week baby is the size of a sweet potato...

Your fetus has become amazingly mobile (at least compared to you), passing the hours yawning, hiccuping, rolling, twisting, kicking, punching, sucking and swallowing. And, baby's finally big enough that you can now feel his/her movements.

Friday Time WAsters

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Warning- You will laugh out loud, and that's not just cutesy internet jargon.

Just a Reminder

Our Cotton Candy Contest closes tonight at midnight, so if you havent entered time is running out....
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Maggie Maternity

We all want to look hot, even when we're pregnant. Unfortunately the reality is when I look hot it's usually because im dripping sweat, or my favorite pass-time lately, having a hot flash. Pre-pregnancy I would beat the heat with short shorts and a halter top, lately however, Im feeling more round than before and the short shorts are definately not my friend, and going braless for that cute little halter? not even an option.
So whats a girl to do when she needs to cover up and still beat the heat? I was at a loss until I was recently lucky enough to try Maggie Maternity's summer box, it features 4 pieces that have quickly become staples in my wardrobe.


The pieces themselves are great, I love the cut, and black is nice and slimming. The greatest part however is the material, it's so light and breezy, perfect for those days when it looks like the pavement is melting. I definately recommend this for all the mamas to be this summer.

Happy Shopping

Lust List Playhouse Edition

If I had a million dollars
I wouldn't have it for long
This week I'm dreaming about playhouses big enough to be real houses.....


Oakmont Manor by Posh Living
$21,000.00

Features operable skylight, simulated fireplace, crown molding, even a working doorbell.

Sassafras Castle by Lilliput Play Homes
from 6,999.00

Fetauring a tower, rock climbing wall, courtyard and even a secret room!

Casita Del Suena by Custom Playhouses
$37,999.00

featuring a functional simulated limestone fireplace, recessed lighting, antique hardwood flooring, and an extra large loft.

Who wouldn't want one of these?

Happy shopping

Jaymi

Baby Steals is an awesome website that gives their readers the opportunity buy baby items at drastically reduced prices. With daily updates emailed to you it's a great way to save some major dough.

"At BabySteals.com we sell one quality baby or maternity product every day at 50-80% off until it sells out. It's not just a deal, it's a steal! A 'BabySteal'!

Since we have 8 babies and kids between us at BabySteals.com, we know how hard it is to keep up with everything your baby needs. Blankets, clothes, bottles, toys, diapers… the list goes on and on (not to mention the maternity necessities for yourself before the baby even gets here). So we created a simple (and fun) way for moms to get great deals on the things they need (uh, want) most.

So the bottom line is, visit early every day or sign up for our Daily Steal Email Alert, because at 50-80% off retail, the daily steal sells out fast. We are so happy you're here and we're sure it's going to be a daily visit for you and your friends!"

Tuesday Deals

Blissliving home is offering a 10% discount exclusive to modern housewife readers until the end of the year simply enter code CHICBLVD10 at the checkout.

The Cool Puppy is offering a 15% discount off any product in their online store, as well as free shipping on all US orders. Simply use coupon code modernhousewife at the checkout





WilloToons is offering readers 15% off on orders of $20 or more until August 31st 2009. Enter code MODERN09 at the checkout



Peace Love Mom is offering Modern Housewife readers a free notepad with every purchase. Enter discount code HOUSEWIFE09 at the checkout.

Lemon Poppy Seed Bread

2 sticks (8 oz) softened butter
2 cups sugar
1/4 cup poppy seeds (one small container)
4 eggs
3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
grated lemon rind from one lemon
1/2 cup milk
juice of 1/2 a lemon

lemon sauce (2/3 cup sugar, 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice). Stir sugar into lemon juice until it dissolves.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Spray 5 mini loaf pans with non-stick spray.
Cream butter and sugar in mixer. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Add poppy seeds. Sift flour, baking powder and salt together. In blender, put milk, lemon juice, and lemon rind to grind. Add flour mixture to batter alternately with milk and mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
Using an ice cream scoop, put three scoops into each pan. Bake for 35 minutes or until a tester comes out clean. Pour lemon sauce over hot loaf. Allow it to cool for 10 minutes, then turn out on rack to cool completely. Keeps for one week when well wrapped and refrigerated.

Recipe can also be used for muffins or other cake pans.

Etsy Finds - For the Garden

With the weather being so beautiful outside, Ive decided that today I'm going to do all my writing from my favorite part of the house, my backyard. All of this beautiful greenery and flowers have inspired my theme for today's Etsy finds..


Stained Glass and Copper Wind Chime by Tsk Designs
$127.50
The wind is not always blowing, so artist Tim Kline believes a wind chime should be about more than just sound. It should also look Great! Of course, when the wind does stir, the beach stone clapper against the copper chimes produces sweet music.

Measures about 43 inches long from the top of the copper hanger to the bottom of the hammered copper windsail.

Beach glass-inspired artist made glass morsels trapped between two plates of extra-thick glass in a well crafted red cedar box frame. A kaleidoscope of color! The box frame measures about 4 X 12 inches.




Watermelon Wreath by Two Inspire You
$60.00
The Watermelon Wreath would look beautiful on any door or in any room of your home. This wreath is full of color and full of berries!

This wreath is made from an 18 inch grapevine base. Finished wreath measures approximately 24 inches in diameter, 7 inches deep. We used an abundance of large and small lime green and pink silk berries with a hint of olive/brown colored leaves for a beautiful all-Seasons look.



Rustic Cottage Quirky Birdhouse by Bacon Square Farms
$18.00

Rustic cottage quirky yellow birdhouse with upcycled vintage red faucet.
Love Pete's sense of humor on this new birdhouse from the farm.
The April fools day birdhouse as we named it with a crooked house.
Yellow paint with rusty roof, and spatters of red paint over the birdhouse, so whimsical.
Great gift for that birdhouse collector~!
Nesting birds love this size, we enjoy watching chickadees and wrens find new homes.
Quality construction as well, built to last~!







Black Wooden Planter Box by Andrews Reclaimed
$50.00
This durable yet decorative planter box, inspired by vintage craftsman architecture, I carefully designed and built from eco friendly reclaimed western red cedar.

About a gallon in volume, it would make an excellent planter for a small patio, by the garden, or as part of a table display of your favorite flowers.

Old growth lumber is some of the most beautiful, strong, and decay resistant wood, and this planter comes fully assembled from old-growth reclaimed cedar wood I re-milled from the best parts of reclaimed wood flooring.
I used long stainless steel screws for the post assembly, which will never rust, and waterproof food-safe glue. These two unusual features will contribute to the longevity of your purchase.


That's it for today!
Happy Shopping
Jaymi

Just A Reminder...Closed

Congratulations to reader Kathy Hodson who is the winner of our Cotton Candy Shop Giveaway!
Kathy you have 48 hours to contact Modern Housewife to claim your prize.


Cotton Candy Shop has been wonderful enough to offer us a fantastic giveaway! The winner can choose between their mermaid Onesie dress or their Gorgeous Whale SeerSucker Jon Jon, both shown below!




To enter please comment on who this gorgeous outfit would adorn if you were the lucky winner! Giveaway ends 7/17 at midnight.

Extra Entries (you can do one or all of the following but leave a seperate comment for each)

1 entry - Vote for Modern Housewife at The Bloggers Choice Awards

1 entry- Visit Cotton Candy Shop and come back to comment on your favorite design.

1 entry- Place a ModernHousewife button on your own personal blog

1 entry- Become a blog follower by adding yourself to the group of followers on the right hand sidebar

1 entry- Follow ModernHousewife on Twitter and tweet this giveaway

1 entry- Become a fan of Modern Housewife on Facebook and change your status to announce how much you love us.

1 entry-Blog about this giveaway, with a link back to me. Make sure you give me the link to see it!!

I will use random.org to choose the winner, contact them via email, and post the winning name here on Modern Housewife. The winner will have 72 hrs to respond, or a new name will be drawn. Make sure your profile is set to 'public', or leave your email address in your comment. Either way is fine, but if I have no way of contacting you, a new name will be drawn.

CONTEST OPEN TO CANADIAN & US RESIDENTS!!