If you’re like me, you need a new social media addiction like a set of octuplets. Between blogging and Twitter and Facebook and Instagram and that long lost Project 365 Tumblr blog I used to keep up with, I really don’t need another reason to be glued to my computer or my phone (or my NEW iPad- thanks dad!). But for Pinterest, I will make the time. I will carve out a little here and there, give up on a TV show, let that load of dishes soak another 30 minutes.
Because it is that awesome.
If you are asking what Pinterest is, then I’m just going to go ahead and say “You’re welcome!” in advance for introducing you to the most inspiring, creative, idea-popping, time-suck EVER.
Behold. Your new addiction.
Basically, it works like this.
1. You can “pin” inspiring ideas you find across the web. Say you find the PERFECT summer shorts, a delicious margarita recipe, a superb playroom idea. Pin it. It’s easy to install a button in your toolbar that allows you to pin anything on the web without ever leaving that page.
2. You follow other pinners who are also pinning what inspires them. Then you can re-pin their ideas if they inspire you. Then others who are following you re-pin your ideas. It’s sort of like an orgy of creativity.
Check out all my pins here.
At first, it may not seem like much, but trust me, the more you pin, and the more pinners you follow, the more you’ll be inspired. Sometimes when I’m dreading cleaning my house, I hop on Pinterest for a few, check out some awesome ideas, then get my butt moving and cleaning so I can create some of the ideas I’ve pinned. Although, sometimes I just can’t quit it long enough to get anything done. It’s kind of tricky like that.
Because I love it so hard. I think I’m going to try to share my favorite pin(s) of the week every Thursday. And this week, I’m starting off with this idea I pinned to Kendall’s board.
Source: thesoutherninstitute.com via Jill on Pinterest
It’s a SUPER SIMPLE tutorial for a kid’s cape. I’ve made these before for nieces and nephews, but it required lots of sewing. I keep meaning to sew one up for Kendall now that he’s old enough to enjoy his 3 year old super powers in it, but I have zero time to bust out the sewing machine. But this? This I can do in less than an hour AND I’ll get to use one of those enormous old college t-shirts we have laying around.
And maybe after I make that, I just might whip up some of these homemade tap shoes for him.
Source: realsimple.com via Jill on Pinterest
Today is his last day of school before a 2 week break until the summer session starts. I need to find things to keep him busy… so I can have more time to pin!
Now, it was suggested to me that I set up a Mr. Linky thingy for other’s to share their favorite pins of the week, so here goes. I pretty much have no idea what I’m doing, so forgive me if this doesn’t work. If it does, super! Go ahead and feel free to link up your own favorite pin of the week blog post. Well, forget that. I couldn’t figure it out. Will try again next week. Feel free to link up in the comments section if you want. Oh look! It worked! Go ahead and link up if you’d like.
Pinterest is still an invite only website, so if you’re not already a member and you want an invite, you can leave your email address in a comment below (I would suggest typing it out like jill at babyrabies dot com to avoid spambots). Or, you can email me. I can’t make promises that I can send invites to everyone in a timely fashion, but I’ll do my best. Maybe some of you who get invited can come back and send invites to others? I wish it wasn’t an invite only thing, but as of now, that’s just the way it is. The good news is once you’re in, you can invite as many people as you want (up to 5 at a time).
Now, go forth and pin! Then be sure to follow me so I can follow you and we can all be part of the same creativity orgy.
I’m a little late to the party, but I would love an invite! kelly (dot) lynn (dot) barlow at gmail (dot) com
rjhuwe at gmail dot com
I could use some other distraction!
Everyone above this comment should have one.
I’d super love a pinterest invite! secretmommyblog at gmail dot com Thanks so much!
A little late to the game as usual, but I would like an invite if you are still able to give some out. I am sure my husband will love all of the new projects I will have for him(did you catch the sarcasm??) hyde926 at aol dot com
Jaime and Secret Mommy, you should both have one now.
I’d love to try it!
wonderlnd83 at sbcglobal dot net
I would love to try it out.
tiphaniegarmon at yahoo dot com
Hello. I have been wanting to try Pinterest since I read this post. Would you please send an invite for Lori dot Voyles at Gmail dot com? My son will love that cape. Thanks so much. I thoroughly enjoy reading you.
Love your blog, Jill! Just heard about Pinterest recently but would love an invite.
Thanks! melissa.dalessio at yahoo dot com
Should be caught up now with everyone above this.
Mee too pls!
Stacy.DeJoseph at gmail.com
Me, too! Such a cool concept & nice that things won’t get lost in bookmarks! Thanks for sharing, Jill! Also, any tips re: potty training with cloth undies? Is Kendall there yet? My Daughter is interested but I’m scared to start! Maybe a future post idea since you inspired me to use cloth?!
And that would be…melissa dot bueninck at gmail dot com! Thanks!
I would love an invite too! tothemaxx04 at gmail dot com
thanks!
i am addicted to pinning. I did not get invited by another member but i requested it and got the official invite a couple weeks later. i am SO addicted.. seriously..
If possible, I would love an invite!
aejb10 at gmail dot com
I’m late to the game, too, but I would really love an invite! Pretty please?
Could I please have an invite?
ChetnBritneyCole at yahoo dot com
Thanks!!
Hi,
Could someone please add me? Better late than never!
karbuco at yahoo dot com
OK, so I asked for an invite a week or so ago, but had a total mommy mush-brain moment and forgot to include my email address:
jenmcginley05 at hotmail dot com
Typical! Thanks to whoever responds!
Got you taken care of!
Just found your site and LOVING it!! (made three pillowcase dresses yesterday for my little angels
Thanks for the super incredible tutorial 
I know, I’m pretty late, but I’d love an inivite to pinterest if you have time 
star1773@yahoo(dot)com
Thank you, thank you, thank you
Now back to browsing your blog
Just started reading – good stuff. Thanks!
May I please have an invite
asherman99 at gmail dot com
Ok I’m way late to this game but with all the chatter I hear about pinterest lately I’ve got to check it out! Can you still send invites? eoland at yahoo (dot) com if you can. Thanks!