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An Amazing Giveaway From Krafty Kash -$84 Value!

Four personalized vintage dictionary word pendant necklaces

You are going to love today’s giveaway.  It is from Krafty Kash and it is FOUR Personalized Vintage Dictionary Word Pendant Necklaces.  An $84.00 value!

The personalized dictionary necklaces will have your favorite word in a pendant that is hand clipped from a Vintage Dictionary.  This is the perfect gift for friends, but make sure you keep one for yourself.

Speaking of gifts, my girls were delighted when I told them that Kashoan from Krafty Kash was allowing them to choose their very own word for their very own Krafty Kash Dictionary Word Pendant Necklace.  It was so much fun sitting around with them as they brainstormed what word they wanted.  I love what each of them chose, so fitting for each of their personalities.

Pendant necklaces by a yellow chevron design

My Teagan chose the word “RELAX”  This made me smile so.  She is 13 and has all the typical worries that we all do, but are amplified during the teen years.  Her necklace will remind her to take a deep breath, relax & know everything is going to be ok. I love that it is a word with meaning, but still has a cool edge to it.  This is my Teagan.  Deep but with style. What a cutie.

My Colsie spent a long time trying to decide on a word.  She spent a lot of time on the Krafty Kash site and looked through all the pendents.  When she saw you could get just an initial, she decided that is exactly what she wanted.  She chose the letter “C” for Colsie.  Such a sweetie, so relieved to find one.  I think the assortment of amazing-ness on the Krafty Kash site was a bit much for her little brain and she chose something simple, which is perfect for her.  She is my simple girl– content with what she has, likes organization, straightforward and genuine.

My Avery girl…oh her sweet word.  She came to me and said “I have the perfect word.” When she told me what it was, my heart just overflowed.  She chose “FORGIVE.”  How precious is that?  She is my little Jesus lover.  She is 9 but has been in a love relationship with God since she was a wee one.  Just yesterday we were at the mall and when we entered her favorite accessory store, she was on a mission. She had her purse around her with her own money in it.  I was curious as to what she was looking for.  She stood in the purchase line with a triumphant smile on her face & showed me what she found. She found cross earrings to go with her necklace.  Precious girl.

What a fun experience for my girls.  I am so thankful to Kashoan from Krafty Kash for being so thoughtful of them AND so generous.

Krafty Kash boutique

Let me tell you a little about Kashoan.  She describes herself as “just a dorky mom pursuing her dream” {smile} but she is so much more than that.  I have the privilege of knowing her in person. Our kids go to school together, we follow each other on Facebook and instagram.  We have not had a ton of time in real life together, until recently when we were both workshop presenters at the Jumping Tandem Retreat.  I knew she was special as I have purchased a few of her necklaces, and her customer service is the best I know.  I also knew she was special as I watch her family on instagram and there is just such love and genuineness about them.  But having some time with her in person is what really opened my eyes to the joy that she is.

Amy Bowman and Kashoan
{we are both gingers!}

I sat next to her in the “speakers lounge” at the retreat.  We presenters have to be “on” quite a bit, talking to many people.  We also were all tired from the prep goes into our presentations.  The speakers lounge gave a bit of respite from all of that, and that is exactly what I felt sitting next to her.  Calm, relaxed, & at peace.  She brings peace.  We sat there, heads leaned back resting on the back of our chairs, chatting like we have known each other forever, but comfortable with the silences, too, as people who have known each other a long time are.  Yes, she is a gift to know, and I’m so excited to introduce her to all of you!
Dictionary vintage necklaces

Dictionary pendant rings

Dictionary pendant necklace by Krafty Kash
Make sure you check out her beautiful shop Krafty Kash.  She makes bracelets, rings & more.  She even uses Scripture.  When I was fighting cancer, I bought a pendant with a Scripture verse that says “Fear Not..” Make sure you sign up for this awesome giveaway!  

Krafty Kash ring

Krafty Kash

“Kraft Kash designs.  Hand crafted, one of a kind, jewelry from Vintage Dictionary, Map, Bible & Sheet Music.  Boutique styling in every necklace.  Perfect fashion accessory, bridesmaid gift, ‘just because’, must have for your jewelry box.  Each pendent is individually made and unique, made exclusively for you!  Each word comes from a Vintage Dictionary, Atlas, Bible or Sheet Music and is carefully hand clipped for your individual necklace.  No reproductions, no copies.”

One last thing.  For New Nostalgia readers, Krafty Kash is giving 20% off your total order!  Use the coupon code New20 when ordering.  This expires June 8, and does not apply to her Hope Necklace.

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3 Sites To Know About

New Nostalgia Sponsor Spotlight
Won’t you join me in saying hello to our 3 Sponsors this month?  
I so appreciate their support and would love for you to know them!
Clean Mama Printables
Clean Mama Printables
Original and organization documents that help you take the *Work* out of organizing your life. Looking for a little guidance or a lot, Clean Mama Printables has something special to get your home in order with a stylish & simple method. Make sure you check out Clean Mama’s Facebook page.  I follow her on Facebook and can’t tell you how many times her updates & encouragement  keeps me on track!

Toby and Max jewelry

Toby & Max

Toby & Max jewelry has been a place of inspiration and hope for over 30 years.  Her jewelry is beautiful and give messages of hope, healing, love, friendship, happiness & motivation.  There is something for everyone–Sterling, Pewter and Solid Bronze jewelry all hand stamped and made in America.  I have loved having Toby & Max as such a faithful sponsor here at New Nostalgia, and I know you will love it too!
Krafty Kash designs
Krafty Kash
Kraft Kash designs.  Hand crafted, one of a kind, jewelry from Vintage Dictionary, Map, Bible & Sheet Music.  Boutique styling in every necklace.  Perfect fashion accessory, bridesmaid gift, ‘just because’, must have for your jewelry box.  Each pendent is individually made and unique, made exclusively for you!  Each word comes from a Vintage Dictionary, Atlas, Bible or Sheet Music and is carefully hand clipped for your individual necklace.  No reproductions, no copies.
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Brunch/ RECIPES/ Sponsored

Banana Bread Waffles With Cinnamon- Brown Sugar Syrup

Banana Bread Waffles with Cinnamon-Brown Sugar Syrup

We have had a very low-key, lazy few days here in Nebraska.  The weather has been rainy which gives us a good excuse to just be indoors and CHILL!  I have loved it.  It is a holiday weekend, and also the weekend where my kids are on a high from getting out of school for the summer, so I decided to make something a bit sweet and celebratory for breakfast yesterday.

New Nostalgia Pinterest board for healthy breakfast
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I went straight to my Breakfast Pinterest Boards and happened upon this Banana Bread Waffle recipe from A Kitchen Addiction, and it sounded just perfect.  A treat, yet hearty enough to fill up tummies, especially when adding fruit and an egg to round out the breakfast.  It smelled absolutely divine while I was cooking it, warming up this house on a rainy day.

Banana bread waffles
Cinnamon brown sugar syrup

 My girls were delighted, especially with the oowy, goowy syrup.  I tweaked the original recipe a bit.  When I read through the ingredients I thought…”oh this is gonna be good…how can I make it even better?”  Since I was already making something sugary and out of the ordinary around here, why not make it extra scrumptious?  The ingredients in the syrup reminded me of cinnamon rolls, so I decided to add butter which would make it very much like the filling of a cinnamon roll.  It was to die for!  We ended up dipping our apples in it, too!

Enjoy…just not too often!

Banana Bread Waffles
Yield: 5 waffles

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 large ripe bananas, mashed
3 tbsp butter, melted & cooled ( I use Earth Balance)
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk ( I use almond milk)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Banana bread waffles

Cinnamon- Brown Sugar Syrup
Yield: about 1 cup

3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup butter ( I use Earth Balance)
2/3 cup water
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon

Additional bananas for garnish, optional

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flours, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.  In a small bowl, whisk together bananas, melted butter, eggs, milk and vanilla extract until well-combined.  Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

2. In a small saucepan, whisk together brown sugar & butter until butter melts.  Add water, cinnamon, and nutmeg.  Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.  When mixture reaches a boil, turn heat to low, add vanilla, and stir occasionally until ready to serve.

3. Pour 1/3-1/2 cup of batter (depending on the size of your waffle maker) onto hot, greased waffle maker.  Cook to your desired crispness.

4. Serve with warm cinnamon-brown sugar syrup and additional banana slices, if desired.

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Want More Breakfast Ideas?  Here ya go!
2 Minute Steel Cut Oatmeal



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Bringing The Element Of Fire To Our Backyard

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of TIKI Brand® for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
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Our weather hit a record high yesterday, a 100 degree Nebraska day in May was a pretty big deal!  I love the heat, and it made me excited to get out of the house and enjoy the outdoors.

Backyard patio and christmas lights
We have a teeny, tiny backyard, and I am always trying to think of ways to make it a cozy outdoor area that we want to be in as a family.  We are slowly making it into the space we imagine it could be.  I have done that with comfortable seating, a few pots of flowers, an in- ground water feature & some fun lighting.  We are getting close to having the outdoor space we have imagined, all that is left to add is a hammock, and a table with an umbrella so we can eat outdoors.
Fire
One of the things I recently got to cross off my list was the element of fire.  I wanted the ambience that fire brings, but did not want to mess with a fire pit.  Tiki torches were an option, but I wanted something more simple, that would be easier to store than a bunch of torches.  I was not sure what I was looking for, until I saw the new TIKI Brand Fire Sculptures.
Flame sculptures for backyard
These sculptures are great!  They are the perfect bridge between a garden torch and a fire pit.  They bring the ambience of a large, natural flame but with less mess and smoke than a fire pit.  If easy flame is what you are looking for, than TIKI Brand Fire Sculptures are a must have!
If you want one of your own, they are sold exclusively at The Home Depot.  They can be used with OFF! /BiteFighter Torch fuel which will provide mosquito repellency, which is a good option for us as our in- ground water feature can attract mosquitoes during certain summer months.
The TIKI Brand Fire Sculptures is a BREEZE to use.  I couldn’t believe it was so easy.  You simply fill the canister with fuel, screw the lid on, and light it.  It could not be easier.
Tiki fuel canisters
My girls were super excited about the Fire Sculpture.  My youngest just came in and saw me writing this post and said “Mom, that is going to be your best post EVER because I love our new fire ‘thing'”  Ha.  So cute.
I have found that if I want the family to hang out in the back yard, all I have to do is light the sculpture and they come running.  It just sets such a nice atmosphere, and is such a simple and minimal way to bring the beauty of flame to our backyard.  I love it!
Girls enjoying the TIKI brand outside
What about you?  Is this something you think you would like?  If so,  you can follow the TIKI Brand on Facebook.  They have other styles of Tiki Sculptures that are really beautiful. I’d love to know which one is your favorite and what you like about it.

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Elayne Woods Photography

Elayne Woods photography
 Elayne Woods Photography

I’m excited to introduce you to my friend & sponsor, Elayne Woods!  

Elayne Woods is a lifestyle and portrait photographer that services Lincoln, Nebraska and surrounding towns!  She has experience in a vast array of photography genres, which include Family, Kids, Maternity, Newborn, Birth, Boudoir, Seniors and Events.  Events include, but are definitely not limited to Birthday Parties, Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties, Company Picnic, Races, Family Reunions, etc.  She will shoot on location or in her downtown Lincoln studio.  Consultations are free!

Elayne Woods
{Elayne-isn’t she beautiful?}
Meet Elayne:
Elayne is a single mother of three young sons.  They enjoy spending time at the park flying kites, biking and hiking. When she has “spare time” (cue laughter), Elayne enjoys doing weekly Bible Study with friends, going to church, attending First Friday every month and creating things that have nothing to do with ‘work’; such as woodworking, jewelry design and mixed media projects. 
Her Work:


Senior Pictures

Senior photo Elayne Woods photography

Senior pictures girl jumping
Family & Everyday Moments
Elayne Woods photography boy and his red wagon
Maternity & New Born
Newborn photo by Elayne Woods photography

Newborn photography by Elayne Woods
Baby photograph by Elayne Woods

Twins before and after birth
{Twins: Before & After Birth}

Elayne Woods Studio Open House
Elayne Woods Studio Open house
For my local readers, Elayne is having a Studio Open House on May 3 and wants you to know you are invited!  There will be live music, goodies and some great photo deals.  Click here for more information.
Also for my local readers, Elayne is giving away a Mini Session, which is 1/2 hour shooting time and 3-5 digital files that you will have rights to print and share!  Just go “like” Elayne’s Facebook page and then leave a comment to let us know you did.  Winner will be announced 1 week from today!
Elayne Woods Photography

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Make The Switch With Your Laundry

The Honest Co

I’m pretty excited about a company that I have learned about called The Honest Company.

I am always looking for products that are safe for my family.  The fewer chemicals, the better. So when I heard that this company started with parents who were looking for the same thing, I was very interested in their products!
The Honest Company did not disappoint.  I have found their , products  are beautiful, effective and affordable.

The have product bundles–diapers and wipes, a line of cleaning products & personal care products–that you can have delivered directly to your front door.

The honest company delivers to your door

Honest company stain remover spray


I personally tried out the Honest Stain Remover Spray and the Honest Oxy Boost.  Many of you know I make my own laundry detergent, but I was in need of a good stain remover spray and also a whitening booster.  My whites are so much whiter from the Oxy Boost and the stain remover worked on a tomato based stain.  I was impressed. I LOVE that I can trust the ingredients in these products.  I also love that they came in such great looking packaging!  Even the box is cute!!  Their products are not just designed to be safe and sustainable, but beautiful, fresh and fun!

Honest is a Certified B Corporation.  This means they are dedicated to making a social difference, safeguarding people and the planet, and making efforts to be a better business.

They are also very involved in charitable giving.  With every purchase you make, The Honest Company donates time, money and product to their current charitable partner Baby2Baby.org.  This is a non-profIT that supplies families in need with essential baby gear and clothing for children up to age 12.

The Honest Company is known for their exceptional customer service.  They love their community and  take feedback they learn from Facebook, their blog, and customer support to create products that will make you happy.  They are known for having honest conversations with their customers and take into account our opinions.

To learn more, sign up for emails from The Honest Company.

You can also go here to start your free trial of the Diapers & Wipes Bundle or the Family Essentials Bundle .

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Get $10 off a $40 purchase at The Honest Company using code Pollinate10off40. 

(Limited to first-time customers and one use per customer. Expires April 26, 2013.)

“This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and  but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #NaturallyHonest  http://cmp.ly/3/8vNxcO.”

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Spotlight On Sponsors

Sponsor Spotlight for New Nostalgia

Won’t you join me in saying hello to our Sponsors this month?  
I so appreciate their support and would love for you to ‘meet’ them!
Clean Mama Printables
Clean Mama Printables
Original and organization documents that help you take the *Work* out of organizing your life. Looking for a little guidance or a lot, Clean Mama Printables has something special to get your home in order with a stylish & simple method. Make sure you check out Clean Mama’s Facebook page.  I follow her on Facebook and can’t tell you how many times her updates & encouragement  keeps me on track!

Toby and Max

Toby & Max

Toby & Max jewelry has been a place of inspiration and hope for over 30 years.  Her jewelry is beautiful and give messages of hope, healing, love, friendship, happiness & motivation.  There is something for everyone–Sterling, Pewter and Solid Bronze jewelry all hand stamped and made in America.  I have loved having Toby & Max as such a faithful sponsor here at New Nostalgia, and I know you will love it too!
Rodan and Fields Dermatologists
 Rodan + Fields Dermatologists
Rodan & Fields is is skin care line created by the doctors who created Proactiv!  They are now doing for aging what they did for acne a decade ago!  They originally carried their products in high end department stores and made an unprecedented move & pulled them out and offered them up to the public in direct sales/network marketing. These products work! The doctors are Stanford trained dermatologists who are offering virtually the same treatments as you would receive from them, without the office visit!  Christine is a Rodan + Fields representative who is a Mom of 8 kids, ranging in ages 3-19!  She tried the product herself, saw and loved how they WORK, and wants to share it with the world!
Elayne Woods Photography
 Elayne Woods Photography
Elayne Woods is a lifestyle and portrait photographer that services Lincoln, Nebraska and surrounding towns!  She has experience in a vast array of photography genres, which include Family, Kids, Maternity, Newborn, Birth, Boudoir, Seniors and Events.  Events include, but are definitely not limited to Birthday Parties, Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties, Company Picnic, Races, Family Reunions, etc.  She will shoot on location or in her downtown Lincoln studio.  Consultations are free!
Happy Little Lovelies
Happy Little Lovelies
Everything at Happy Little Lovlies is just that…happy & lovely!  It is all handmade by Dana who loves making things that make you feel lovely and special.  No two of her items are the same!  To have first glance previews, discounts, behind the scenes looks and giveaways, follow her on Facebook.  There is a new deal every Friday!
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Thank you sponsors!  I’m truly thankful for you all and I am so excited to share you with my readers!

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