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Tour Through Blogland: Stop Number 859,436

August 25, 2014 by Cassie 54 Comments

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Happy Monday!  By now, I’m sure you’ve seen so many bloggers on a tour through blogland hop.  I was tagged once before by The Charming Farmer, and failed miserably to write a post on it (and to be honest I wasn’t really clear at that point what I was supposed to do)…. and then was tagged by Katja and Amber, (and a mention from Chaney) and decided it was about time.

Before I answer the questions on this blog hop, I wanted to share a bit about and my personal favorite projects from the bloggers who tagged me….

Katja, ShiftCtrlArt: Katja and I have bonded over silly jokes, breaking it down on the dancefloor, and so much more.  This girl is one of those “true gem” types of people…. the kind that you just love because they are SO good hearted, have a true passion for people and life, and are completely lit from within.  I love spending time with Katja; she makes me laugh, and makes me feel good about myself- which is how a true friend should be!  And you know how introverts and extroverts can be so good for each other?!?!  It’s like that.  In case you didn’t know, I’m the extrovert. 😉  On top of being an amazing human being, she has some SERIOUS style and skills, as seen in her entry, which is one of my favorite spaces in her home….

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Amber, Simple Dwellings: I have followed Amber for a super long time!  She is so friendly, sweet, and positive- always a breath of fresh air!  She’s also adorable, and has a fabulous sense of style.  I love how effortlessly Amber mixes traditional and modern to create a unique look.  Her dining room wall mural is one of my favorite projects, and I think it demonstrates her style perfectly!

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Meaghan, The Charming Farmer: I met Meaghan a while ago when I won an amazing barnwood arrow she created!  She HAND delivered it; like came to my door with a big wooden arrow!  When a girl shows up on your door with an arrow she’s made for you, you let her in and you talk for a while, and you laugh a lot….because clearly you are both a little crazy and creative.  This girl is a ball of energy and so much fun!

How awesome is this pallet dog bed she created?

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Thank you to all of these talented ladies for tagging me! Now I get to answer some questions for you, dear readers.  These questions are somewhat vague, and I’ve seen bloggers write more about their creative jobs (what they write about on their blog) and I’ve seen bloggers write about their actual writing.  I am just going to answer with whatever comes naturally, and it might be about my blogging or my DIY’s or designing.  There’s no telling what could happen!

1. Why do I write?

As a busy mom and businesswoman, I have may tasks: making sure the home is in tact (and pretty!);making sure the kids are fed and taken where they need to be , and aware of how loved they are; feeding, walking, loving our dogs; keeping my barn vendors happy and successful; and in the meantime trying to create a successful business at Sweet Clover.  Writing this blog, documenting my projects, work, and my day to day life, keep me from losing myself in the daily grind.  At the end of an exhausting day, I can sit down and write and remember who I am and why I do what I do.  It’s my way of hopping off the hamster wheel and reflecting.  So you could say I write mostly for me.  The fact that there is an audience only motivates me to stick with it, keep going, and not lose sight of my own dreams and who Cassie is.  And the bonus from all of this is the connections I’ve made along the way- those keep me writing as well.  I feel like I am talking to my friends here.

 

2. What am I working on?

Looking back on my house goals for the year, I’ve recently selected the playroom to tackle next.  And I can honestly say I am so happy I waited so long on that one as my vision has completely changed for it.  I’ll be sharing more next month as I start to work on it, but for now, art has been created and ordered, and so many more changes will be happening!  Lately I’ve been working on the planning process for that space.  I don’t want to leave you completely hanging, so I will tell you that this has been ordered…

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And on another note, I’ve been working on writing only when I truly have something to say.  I found myself in the rut of, “Well, I guess I need to blog today,” or sharing every mundane little project.  And it was wearing me out, sucking the fun and creativity from my body.  You don’t need to see every little side table and chair I paint, or every new piece of art on my wall.  So I’ve been working on filtering what I share to bring you better posts.  Hopefully you’ve noticed; or at least you haven’t noticed any posts that make you say, “well that was lame!”

 

3. How does your work differ from others of its genre?

I am a true believer that we are all completely unique individuals.  Therefore, though my work can sometimes be similar to others, it’s mine and my personal touches make it different.  I’m authentically me.  Enough said.

 

4. How does my writing process work?

 

My creative process in both writing and design are very similar.  I am a child of the 80’s and I recall playing pinball at the arcade.  Without stopping, my ball would bounce from here to there, one side to the other, striving always for the best outcome possible.  I liken my creative process to a game of pinball.  Sometimes I am thrilled with the end result; I cheer and clap and pat myself on the back.  And other times, I am back to the beginning, wiping the slate clean, and beginning again.  And some days, I need to just accept “game over” and let my brain rest and recharge.

 

Now it’s my turn to tag!  I am tagging my business partner and best friend, Sarah aka The Thriftress.  I chose Sarah, because I am always harassing her behind the scenes to blog more, so here’s my chance to publicly harass her under the guise of a friendly blog hop.  And frankly, she’s awesome.  She’s hilarious, and stylish, sweet, and perfectly sarcastic.  She makes me life so much better on a daily basis, and the world needs to know her.

Check out her family room gallery wall!  She found that lounger print when she was with me, and I was immediately filled with rage and jealousy happiness for her.

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I also wanted to let you know about a couple exciting things I’m participating in this week!

On Thursday I’ll be sharing my “signature style” in the Signature Style Blog Hop which starts today and is being hosted by Carrie of Making Lemonade.

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And on Friday I am sharing my favorite room as part of the Blogger Stylin Home Tours hosted by Lindsay at The White Buffalo Styling Co.  This series starts today as well, so head on over to check it out!

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Thanks for reading!  With that, I am off to do goodness knows what…. the kids are back to school today!  Freedom!  Freedom!  Sweet sweet freedom!  I can taste you.

 

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  1. Megan @ Our Pinteresting Family says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:42 am

    You have a great blog, Cassie. I’m so glad that you blog when you want and don’t feel pressured to just send out posts. I cannot wait to see the playroom. 🙂

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:15 pm

      thank you so much, megan! i can’t wait to get the playroom going! 🙂

      Reply
  2. designPOST interiors says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:41 am

    Your style is so uniquely you, it could never be mistaken for anyone else! I don’t know how you keep all those balls in the air but you do it while making us all laugh and that to me is a superwoman!

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    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:15 pm

      wow- thank you so much! and don’t worry- balls drop around here. we just pick em up and toss them again and see what happens.

      Reply
  3. Lynn says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:46 am

    Love your writing style and who you are!! So happy to see that you tagged Sarah 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:14 pm

      i can’t wait to see what she says. 🙂 it’s like my public plea to make her blog. 😉

      Reply
  4. Rita says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:13 am

    I think it goes without saying that being a part of the blogosphere (though some of us are super lazy about it…ahem..me), the family within the web is something we never saw coming but find we can’t live without. Its a group of supporters that appreciate and thrive on what we share through our posts and when you’re out of the loop for a while, for whatever reason, we miss each other, and miss the writing. I wish that were true for friends we grew up with but in some cases, isn’t. Anyway, I KNOW you know you are appreciated and that as a reader of Primitive and Proper, I’m happy to feel like I’m apart of that circle. I laugh and “like” your kids fun times growing up, I cry at you losing a family pet, and I drool at your latest home project because I have a small house and no room for all your fun stuff! I love that you live on a hill..I don’t know why but I do 🙂 but more than anything, I support and just love ya! For whatever you write, even if its a mud mask, by the way loved that photo, thanks for this blog of yours because for those of us who tune in from work when no one’s looking…it’s a part of “home” for us to!

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    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:14 pm

      aaaaw, thank you so much for all of that, rita! i love living on a hill, btw. 😉 and so glad you sneak on some cassie time!

      Reply
  5. Amber @ Simple Dwellings says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:37 am

    Wow, thank you so much for the sweet comments! You have always been a favorite blogger of mine and I love how you keep it real and stay true to yourself, always! Hopefully, we can meet in person one of these days. My goal is to make it to Haven one year soon! I love the gallery wall your friend Sarah did! What a genius way to take care of such a tall wall! Love that lounge print, too. 🙂 Thanks for participating!!

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    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:12 pm

      oh i hope you do! i am planning to go again next year! would love to finally meet you!

      Reply
  6. Pam @ Simple Details says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:48 am

    I love your energetic, unique style and always look forward to your fun dialogue (and every little chair and table you paint)!! 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:10 pm

      aaaw, thank you, pam! 🙂

      Reply
  7. [email protected] says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:55 am

    I’m finding the answers fascinating. Blogging is an interesting mind game.

    And personally, I’m okay with you posting whatever the heck you want. I’m not sure where the “only post the good stuff” is coming from in blogland. Maybe that’s why I’m not one of the “big guys” but I just like reading what people write. No matter what. But I totally get not posting everything if it’s wearing you out. That’s why I had to cut down on posts. So maybe there is something to it.

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    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:10 pm

      i think other than allowing me to post only my best it really does take the pressure off as well- so that has been a huge plus for me in that decision! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says

    August 25, 2014 at 10:46 am

    Your style is all you sister, and I love it. And thanks for the intro to some new to me blogs!

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    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:09 pm

      likewise, my friend! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Shelley | Crazy Wonderful says

    August 25, 2014 at 11:05 am

    Loved your answers and con totally relate to them all. And for what it’s worth I love all your posts, even the “lame” ones ;D Sooo…. Looks like the playroom is going to be in-sa-AIN!!!

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    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:09 pm

      yay- so glad you like all the lame posts, too! 😉 thank you SO much! i have big plans for the playroom…. let’s hope it works out.

      Reply
  10. Gretchen says

    August 25, 2014 at 11:07 am

    This is the first one of these I’ve read with a pinball analogy. I’m very impressed 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:09 pm

      i strive to be original. 😉 no but really- that’s how my process works.

      Reply
  11. Ali says

    August 25, 2014 at 12:14 pm

    You have always been the most considerate and consistent blogger I’ve ever known. Frankly, I never understood how you manage it all. I love you friend! Your blog is awesome and you are the awesomey awesomest. Period. The End. XOXO

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      August 25, 2014 at 1:08 pm

      aaaw, i love you! i wish you blogged more just so i could see more pics of you and your house. i suck at instagram.

      Reply
  12. Krystine @ www.KrystineEdwards.com says

    August 25, 2014 at 1:56 pm

    Fabulous as always Cassie- I’m taking lessons from you and getting a little personal & really want my readers to get a better feel for my personality. I feel your happiness when I read your posts! Thanks for the intro to others!

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    • Cassie says

      August 27, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      aw, that is about the sweetest comment, krystine! 🙂 thank you so much!

      Reply
  13. karen says

    August 25, 2014 at 3:49 pm

    I was so happy to see your name in my inbox today and I love the new look around here! Can’t wait to see what happens in the playroom, maybe you will inspire me to tackle mine! (electric lime green walls….still). I love getting more little glimpses into my blogger friend’s lives. So glad you hopped on the tour and hope your first day of freedom was amazing!

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    • Cassie says

      August 27, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      YAY! thank you so much!!!! so glad you stopped by and that you love my new look- it’s so much better! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Amber @ Wills Casa says

    August 25, 2014 at 10:32 pm

    You are a game of pinball my friend! So full of energy and hours of fun! 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      August 27, 2014 at 3:45 pm

      i totally am- it can drive people crazy. 😉

      Reply
  15. Kelly @ View Along the Way says

    August 25, 2014 at 11:06 pm

    Peeling back the curtain on Cassie-Oz! This was fun to hear your behind the scenes. Excited to see the playroom! I need serious inspiration for Weston’s room. No pressure.

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    • Cassie says

      August 27, 2014 at 3:45 pm

      i might go by cassie-oz from now on… hmmmm…..

      Reply
  16. Deb Owen says

    August 25, 2014 at 11:17 pm

    You are an inspiration! I want half your energy and 100% of your writing style!

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    • Cassie says

      August 27, 2014 at 3:45 pm

      ha ha! thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  17. Lacey says

    August 26, 2014 at 9:15 am

    I’m not trying to knock your style as I think your home is cute. However, this entry way you are showing and the gallery wall are not examples of good design. The new style of gathering goodwill finds, spray painting gold, and sticking wherever does not represent a pulled together home.

    I am not being a critic as I think you are fine and one of the least offensive of the bloggers (except when you do outfit pics, really?). I just do not find these representations of design ideas as innovative or attractive.

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    • Cassie says

      October 3, 2014 at 8:55 am

      just saw this comment as i was going through all those pending approval. but thanks so much, kcarp, for the ever insightful words and positivity you are spreading around the internet. no wonder you had to stop by and comment twice again- because i somehow missed this comment and you were annoyed. i really hope you find your happy place soon and wish you peace.

      Reply
  18. emily @ go haus go says

    August 26, 2014 at 9:22 am

    Love the pinball analogy of course! Great post… I need to learn to free myself up from the whole “post is due!” mantra. It can be soul sucking at times. Thanks for sharing.

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    • Cassie says

      August 27, 2014 at 3:44 pm

      thank you so much for reading- i know sometimes these posts can be loooong. 😉 and yes- i think we just need to break away of the due post mantra unless it’s for someone else. 🙂

      Reply
  19. Kennesha says

    August 26, 2014 at 2:29 pm

    Just stopping by to say HI! Love ya chica! Happy Tuesday!

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    • Cassie says

      August 27, 2014 at 3:43 pm

      happy happy!

      Reply
  20. Anna [Directions Not Included] says

    August 26, 2014 at 3:43 pm

    I love your blog and your style. You are you, and you are awesome. I also LOVE the fact that you nominated my fellow introvert, delinquent blogger Sarah!

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    • Cassie says

      August 27, 2014 at 3:43 pm

      YAY! i should have tagged you, too! 🙂

      Reply
  21. [email protected] says

    August 27, 2014 at 2:03 pm

    OMG love the dog pallet bed and you totally summed up Katja. I love her

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    • Cassie says

      August 27, 2014 at 3:42 pm

      isn’t that pallet bed fun?!?!

      Reply
  22. Kris {Driven by Décor} says

    August 27, 2014 at 9:07 pm

    So fun to get to know a little more about you Cassie and thanks for the blogger intros – two of them are new to me!

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    • Cassie says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:04 pm

      yay- i hope you enjoy! 🙂 thanks for reading!

      Reply
  23. [email protected] says

    August 27, 2014 at 10:12 pm

    Love you and your blog! And your pong pong writing style! 😉

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    • Cassie says

      August 28, 2014 at 3:22 pm

      aaaw, thank you, ashley! i love you, too!

      Reply
  24. Debbie refresh restyle says

    August 27, 2014 at 11:34 pm

    Oh you’re so young, I am a child of the 60’s! Love you and all your friends!

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    • Cassie says

      August 28, 2014 at 3:20 pm

      oh please! but thank you! 🙂 love you, too!

      Reply
  25. Bliss says

    August 28, 2014 at 6:50 pm

    Sarah just got the blogging equivalent of the ice bucket challenge from you. Will she accept and blog more? Stay tuned.

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    • Cassie says

      August 29, 2014 at 10:01 am

      that is awesome!

      Reply
  26. [email protected] says

    September 5, 2014 at 10:59 am

    You are the best – one of the most genuine and creative bloggers out there. And I’m fairly certain you are also superwoman, with the number of projects you crank out. Loved reading this one.

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    • Cassie says

      September 5, 2014 at 2:27 pm

      i think you need to take me down off that pedestal, but thank you for thinking all that of me! 🙂

      Reply
  27. [email protected] says

    October 3, 2014 at 6:14 pm

    You are seriously the best – I love every post you write and this is no exception.

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    • Cassie says

      October 5, 2014 at 5:24 pm

      thank you so much for that, kim! i wish i had a fist bump key on my mac.

      Reply

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