​The selection that I've found for this week is especially useful, perhaps even inspirational,  for the start of a new month and a new year--2017.

I've found some quality resources that are free, too, which is even better. Now, you may think that a freebie may be of lesser quality than a more expensive option. Nope.... these are really wonderful!

Take a bit of time to check them out. You'll find a wonderful printable for a child's room, an introductory course to gold foiling, a free guide for busy mothers- Creating a Daily Routine that Works- and a daily planner to help you create meaningful habits in your life and control your to-do list.

You'll find more information about these amazing resources below. 

Itsy Bitsy Spider printable
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If you're looking for a special print for your child's or grandkid's room, then this could be a wonderful option. This free printable is available as 8x10 or 12 x 12 size. Mounted and framed, it's a cute decor accent. 

It might a good idea to package the print up and present it with a book about Itsy Bitsy Spider.

The Busy Mom's Guide to Creating  Daily Routine that Works

Are you always tired? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed by the tasks on you to-do list?

If so, this resource will be of real benefit for you. It's The Busy Mom's Guide to Creating a Daily Routine that Works. 

This is another freebie and all you need to do to access this helpful guide is to sign up for Kayse's regular newsletter filled with encouragement and practical resources to help you slow down.

​Simple Daily Planner- wattle design

Last, but not least, you 'll find a simple daily planner. This planner is especially useful for anyone who wants a to-do list that will help build meaningful habits into your life.

​It also includes space to list your top priorities, any appointments, household chores for the day and your dinner recipe. 

You'll also find a notes area and an encouragement to drink enough water for the day. Download and print this A5 planner and attach copies to A5 clip board. (I decorated my clipboard with scrapbooking paper.)

You can find this helpful planner here...

And, if you're looking for a daily planner that includes more detail, the Deluxe Daily Planner- Life is Looking Good may be just what you need. (See below.)

Just four resources but they have been a highlgiht of my week and I think that you will enjoy them, too.
Take a few moments to check them out and I'm sure you'll find these ideas are a wonderful way to start the new year- fun decor accent, a new course and skill, and planning ideas.

Let me know how you go and how they've helped you. And.... I'll be presenting another fabulous 4 finds next Friday. 

​Enjoy...

With this weekly selection of fabulous finds, you'll feel like Christmas has come early. There's certainly plenty of variety, too.

You'll discover FREE December wallpapers for your desktop or mobile devices; handy hints and information to help you create your best gingerbread cottage yet; Make it Happen planner and workbook that does so much more than provide space to list your tasks; an inspirational online course to ensure that this coming year is amazing- 5 Days to your Best Year Ever.

Enjoy!

This is an amazing course by Michael Hyatt. I've attended many of MIchael's training webinars and downloaded his ebooks and resources and I've never been disappointed. They are always a quality product that over-delivers in every way. If you want to begin the new year well, then consider this course. You won't be disappointed!

Here's what he says about this online course: 5 Days to your Best Year Ever.


'All it takes is a few hours to make the remaining 360 the best you’ve ever had. The fresh start that everyone hopes for can become an exciting reality for you.
As I personally teach you through video lessons and equip you with resources, we’ll walk through my proven process to help you create a plan to find clarity, motivation, and the step-by-step journey to achievement.
First and foremost, I’ll guide you through a self-discovery assessment that offers powerful personal clarity in finding out what’s most important to you—and how to turn those dreams and realizations into tangible goals.
Believe it or not, it’s really fun—and it’s freeing!Through your lessons, daily workbooks, and action items, you’ll build a precise plan for implementing and experiencing the breakthroughs you deserve. Collectively you’ll find tremendous clarity and confidence to move forward.'

When you phone rings or you recieve a text notification, there's nothing better than a beautiful Christmas image as a wallpaper on your device reminding you of the holiday season.

But sometimes it's not that easy to find something you really like. 

​So that a few minutes to check out the options from Crosscards. You'll find choices for both your mobile devices or your desktop and they are lovely. It will be difficult to choose.

Don't forget, too, the mobile wallpapers on my Freebies page as another option.

When my kids were young, I attempted a homemade gingerbread cottage from scratch. Mmmm.... while it wasn't a complete disaster, it certainly didn't look like the beautiful designs on Pinterest. But a gingerbread cottage looks wonderful as a centrepiece on your Christmas dinner table.

Kids love to help decorate gingerbrad cottages, too. Fortunately, there are some simple kits available in most stores.

But if you really want to create something special and wonderful, you might like to consider the book, `Gingerbread for Beginners.` The recipes are simple, and delicious, and there are plenty of templates to help you get started plus loads of pictures as inspiration.

I went shopping with my grand-daughter yesterday. We were looking particularly for a planner/diary. While there were plenty available, they were all the same- just lines and times for each day. 

Rachael was wanting something that could help her with planning and organising the many different activities she's involved in, not just for school. 

And she was looking for something that would help her determine her goals, set the needed steps in place and take action.

That's why the 'Make it Happen' workbook is so special. Here`s what`s included: the Goal Action Ideas, Monthly/Weekly/Daily Tending Lists, Relationship Tending, Cultivating Gratitude, Big Dreams page for big ideas, What Fires Me Up, Things I Want to Learn/Things I Learned, and more!

If you're looking for something more than just a daily list of things to do, check out Make it Happen and start your new year well.

​I hope this short list of fabulous finds has really brigthened your day, as it did mine. There's certainly plenty to keep you busy. :) Check them out. I hope to have a new selection of amazing ideas and resources for you next week.

In the meantime, check out the finds from previous weeks below.

My Inbox has swelled with the overwhelming number of emails, this week. Sure... with Black Friday deals and other holiday offers promoted at every turn, the increased influx of emails is understandable.

But, it's been a lot to sort through. At the same time, there has been an interesting variety of ideas, resources and gifts that I've come across, too- ideas that have brightened my day and warmed my heart.

I've just highlighted four below and I hope they will interest you, too.

8 Strategies Super-Successful High Achievers Use to Prepare for the New Year
This is an incredible download...
More than 30 thought leaders, influencers, and high achievers all share their top strategies for starting the year off with a bang.

You can get the whole PDF (no cost) here:
http://bestyearever.me/a20579/2017ebook

You'll recognize many of the names as they include multiple best-selling authors, speakers, and leaders of their respected fields. People like: Tony Robbins, John Maxwell, Dave Ramsey, Marie Forleo, Andy Andrews, Jeff Walker, Amy Porterfield, Lysa TerKeurst, Andy Stanley, Chalene Johnson, Lewis Howes, (and many others)

It's all available here: http://bestyearever.me/a20579/2017ebook
Enjoy!

Advent is hope, a reminder of a promise that has already come to pass.
This year you're invited to celebrate Advent alongside Kayla Aimee and infuse a little hope + humor into your holidays through reading An Anchored Advent.

​This FREE series of short e-votionals will appear daily in your Inbox and includes free Celebration set of family conversation cards and 8x10 art prints to download and use.

You won't want to miss this opportunity and I'm sure you'll want to learn more about Kayla Aimee.

Beautiful woven bowl  from Pillow Talk
These woven range of hampers and baskets include both natural textures and stylish, functional storage ideas. 

But the woven bowl design is beautiful at this time of year particularly for flower and gift hampers. 

With a diameter of almost half a metre, there is ample room for an amazing gift as a special presentation or as a gift for a family.

Find the pictures below of the finished gift hamper.
(I'll be providing full instructions for creating this gift in an upcoming article.) 
The woven basket bowl is a wonderful container for a gift hamper or substitute another regular basket for this type of presentation.

Hullabazoo! a picture storybook for kids 3-8yrs
This is a beautiful book. The illustrations are amazing and the story is exciting... and it's in verse so the kids will really love the rhythm and meter as it's read aloud to them.
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'It's a perfect day for a trip to the zoo. But Lochlan and his dad haven't counted on a cage of clever crocs and their cunning escape plan.' 

It's actually been created by two sisters but this book, their first, is great! 

Buy it for your kids or grandkids, but I'm sure you'll enjoy reading it yourself before you hand it over to the kids.

I hope you'll enjoy this small selection of items and, with Christmas so close to hand, perhaps you'll find them useful as gifts or as resources during this holiday season. And... I'll be presenting a new batch of interesting finds next week so don't miss it.
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