Guest Blogger : Aine of The Evolving Spirit

This week I'm thrilled to announce my second guest blogger here on The Wide World Of : Aine of The Evolving Spirit!

I first heard from Aine several weeks ago while she was working on a blanket for her grandson. Today she's revealed the finished product and it's even more adorable than I could have ever imagined. The little eyelashes on the moon are just too sweet.. aww!

Aine also works with a charity group called the Crocheting and Knitting Angels of Las Vegas. Here's some info from Aine about the group:

"The group works as a collective in sharing yarn and patterns, along with expertise, and each member can leave a small donation at each meeting to go toward social outings throughout the year. The group crafts baby blankets for those who are two and under, and scarves for the older children. But members are encouraged to branch out, if they wish, and make outfits for bears that are donated, or any other projects appropriate for children.

The items are donated to a local organization called, CHANGE, Inc. , which is an group that works with another local organization called, Child Haven, which is an organization that takes in abused, neglected, and abandoned children and places them in foster care. You can go to the websites of either organization by clicking on their names.

There are currently more than 300 children a month coming to Child Haven where they will be sheltered for twenty-four hours and then placed into foster care. Often the children arrive with barely the clothes on their backs. There are groups who donate clothing and shoes, as well as other items, and the "Angels" offer them something a bit more personal that can be something of their own that has plenty of love woven into the fabric of their personal item."

I love that Aine is sharing her amazing talents through the Crocheting and Knitting Angels of Las Vegas group. I thank her for sharing her talents with my blog as well. :)

Please drop by Aine's blog (which is a great, thoughtful and reflective read) to check out her baby blanket post and to say hello!

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Guest Blogger : The Cheetah Chronicles!

Today The Wide World Of All Things Cute and Cuddly is proud to introduce its very first guest blogger! The Cheetah Chronicles is an awesome blog featuring the author's insights combined with lots of humor and great anecdotes. I especially enjoy the NYT commentary, definitely a must read. The Cheetah Chronicles is also a member of SITS, so please drop by and leave her a comment!

I'm super excited to be able to share some of the things that other bloggers are currently loving, so without further ado, please welcome The Cheetah Chronicles!

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So my top five cute things currently are ....

1) Throw Pillows.

After spending a solid four days on the couch post knee surgery, I have a new appreciation for throw pillows. I personally believe that throw pillows shouldn't be all matchy and perfect. Instead they should be eclectic, random, and perfectly imperfect.

2) Roku.

I love Netflix Instant View and baseball, so the boyfriend recommended that I buy one of these little boxes. It is AMAZING. Not only can I hook it up to any TV I want, I know can watch every episode of the Hills and every Tigers game on demand, whenever I please. They are currently having a sale for $25 off the Roku HD-XR if you enter the code "ready2roku" at checkout. Website: roku.com

3) Colbie Cat.

When I brought Colbie home last December, I told myself I wouldn't become one of those crazy ladies who is obsessed with her cat. Six months later and I can say that I am one of those crazy ladies, but it's alright because who can really resist a cat who thinks she is a kung fu artist, plays fetch and likes to take walks around the neighborhood on her harness and leash.

4) Leifsdottir.

It's a new brand by the geniuses at Anthropologie. Their clothes are gorgeous and so is their catalog. Website: http://www.leifsdottir.com/

5) Reef Sandals

I am a lover of flip flops but I hate the plastic Old Navy style ones. After many returns to Zappos, I found Reef sandals. Whether it is normal flip flops or ones for going out, they are my go to flip-flops. They also float in water if your brothers find great amusement in throwing you off docks like mine do and most have a little compartment in the bottom for your keys or whatever so your hands are free. Website: http://www.zappos.com/reef

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Thank you so much for sharing your picks (and a big thank you to Colbie Cat as well)!

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