Learn how to make a tire swing, and the kids will be entertained all summer long! I don’t know about you, but when I think about summer, my first thoughts are of fun outdoor activities for my boys. And my second thoughts? How to keep the cost down on those outdoor activities! Well, my friends, …
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Blow up your favorite Silhouette image, print it out, piece it together, and trace it to create stunning chalkboard art! I’ve showed off a couple of pictures of my 2016 Christmas mantel on Facebook and Instagram. I also hinted that part of it may look familiar… The chalkboard art! It’s the same design I shared …
Scrapbook paper out of control? Try one or more of these scrapbook paper storage ideas to bring it back in check! It’s time for our 3rd installment of Craft Storage Solutions! This week we’re focusing on paper. Scrapbook paper was my first love in the craft world. I started out a scrapbooker and turned into …
“M” is for monogram! And, in this case, a Monogram Library Tote! I recently participated in a super fun Back to School, A-Z Series with The Ribbon Retreat where guest bloggers selected a letter of the alphabet then created something school related. I selected the letter M because I’m a bit obsessed with monograms. I just …
As my youngest son gets older, he comes home from school with more and more artwork. And he is getting prouder and prouder of his creations! He recently came home with several coloring sheets of dinosaurs which are pretty much his favorite creatures EVER. (See these DIY dinosaur jackets and dinosaur birthday party for reference!) …
I’ve been sewing!! And I’ve decided that when I create new projects that I’m going to challenge myself with new techniques. For this Monogram Zipper Pouch I tackled zippers (hello, scary!), applique, and piping! Not too shabby for only a few projects under my belt. I’m going to not only share how I made this, …
Do you ever have a stroke of brilliance and wonder why you just couldn’t have had that wonderful thought sooner? I have lived in my house for over 10 years. As I’ve lived here I have garnered a small hat collection. And these hats… well, let’s just say they aren’t the easiest to store. We’re …
Learn how to paint an exterior light fixture for a fast and simple update to a tired looking exterior. I can’t believe it. I’m finally sharing the final project from the potting shed makeover! Did you think the projects would never end? We worked on this, and we’re SO super proud how it all turned out! …
I still have several projects from the patio makeover to share, including this awesome wood table top! I knew I wanted to include a small table on the patio to place drinks and other items. It was a must for the seating area I had planned. BUT I didn’t want to spend a lot of …
One of the features I’m most excited about with my new patio is the installation of a rain barrel! It feels great to be recycling rainwater and putting less of a strain on our own water bill. But also, because of the location of the patio, its much easier to water the plants there with …