It's officially the time of year to reflect on gratitude. While our Canadian friends have already celebrated their Thanksgiving, we're still looking forward to having our friends and families gather in our homes and around our tables for Thanksgiving here in the U.S. I can't wait. I absolutely adore Thanksgiving. I love it even … [Read more...]
The Easiest Way to Sew a Pillow
October 29, 2014 By 4 Comments
It may have been my very first up-cycle. It was back in college in the late 80's and I was moving in to an apartment with a roommate and we didn't have much furniture. I don't think we had more than a chair or two but I distinctly remember the two large floor pillows that I brought in to the mix. They were pink and green and … [Read more...]
5 Easy-to-Make Fall Wreaths
October 3, 2014 By 4 Comments
I guess I have a thing for making fall wreaths. Something about this time of year inspires me to get crafting! Today I'm sharing 5 easy-to-make fall wreaths that I have shared here on the blog. If you regularly read my blog, you'll notice that two of them I just made this year. But for those of you who are new here, I … [Read more...]
Scented Pine Cone Wreath
September 9, 2014 By 11 Comments
This is the time of year when I do a lot more crafting than usual. Once I smell the cinnamon scent of the holiday season my mind starts thinking up projects. Such was the case with my scented pine cone wreath: Yep, the little bags of scented pine cones were at the front of the craft store when I was there and I'm a total sucker … [Read more...]
The Best Way to Install a Tree Swing
June 24, 2014 By 2 Comments
One of our favorite features of our backyard is a huge oak tree that has to be at least 100 years old. It provides fantastic shade in the morning and is a unique find in a neighborhood where so many mature trees were taken down when the neighborhood was developed. This week, our tree got a little update. A tree swing. We took the … [Read more...]
Easy DIY Garden Markers – Make Something Monday
June 9, 2014 By 2 Comments
When the kids are home during the summer, we like to make something on Mondays. It gives us something to do and plan for so we don't sit around with nothing to do and nowhere to go. Sometimes we make a craft and other times we bake something. It just depends on our mood! This summer, on the blog, I've decided to bring … [Read more...]
Spring Inspiration
March 8, 2014 By 4 Comments
My kids are officially on spring break as of yesterday afternoon and this year we have decided to stay at home instead of going skiing. I just couldn't stomach the thought of purposely going to cold, snowy weather after the abnormally cold and icy winter we've experienced here in North Texas. I have spring on my mind and I am ready for it … [Read more...]
Easy Chalkboard Art Anyone Can Do
February 27, 2014 By 8 Comments
When I made my large chalkboard that resides in my dining room I was really excited about the prospect of changing out the artwork on it from season to season. But, on my first attempt to write something on it, I got kind of intimidated. What in the heck was I going to write to fill up all that space? And, even scarier, how … [Read more...]
It all started with ovens…
February 21, 2014 By 18 Comments
It's funny how one thing can start an entire domino effect turning one small project in to a huge one. That's what's kind of happening at my house right now. My husband and I started talking about the need to replace our double ovens, microwave and cooktop and now we're talking about a kitchen RENOVATION! What?! If you have been … [Read more...]
100+ Beautiful Craft Projects {Michaels & Hometalk Pinterest Party}
February 14, 2014 By Leave a Comment
A few days ago I shared my spring burlap canvas craft that I created for the Michaels & Hometalk Pinterest Party. Today, I'm sharing all 100+ simple and beautiful craft projects that bloggers across North America created for the event. Be prepared to be blown away. There are some amazingly creative people in this world, and I … [Read more...]
Burlap Canvas / Hometalk & Michaels Pinterest Party
February 10, 2014 By 10 Comments
I don't know about you, but I am dying for spring to arrive. Today, I created my own little piece of spring with this super easy burlap canvas craft. It was sooo easy to make and it only took me about 30 minutes (details on the craft later). My little spring-inspired burlap canvas is a part of a super-fun event sponsored by Michaels and … [Read more...]
Nothing Says Love Like a Warm Brownie {Brownie Recipe}
February 5, 2014 By 16 Comments
You know what they say...the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Despite my husband telling me it's really through the Victoria's Secret catalog, I know he always feels the love when I make him his favorite foods -- like super fudge-y, fresh-from-the-oven brownies, for example. Nothing says "I love you" like a fresh brownie, … [Read more...]
Why My Heart is at Home
January 31, 2014 By 19 Comments
Today, I'm excited to be sharing why my heart is at home as a part of a 14-blog tour: 14 bloggers are sharing their ideas about why their hearts are at home. If you are visiting here for the very first time - thank you and welcome! I am so glad you are here! *** My parents were here visiting me last week and I had forgotten … [Read more...]
Greetings from the Oval Office!
January 23, 2014 By 2 Comments
I know my posts have been here and there lately. It's because I have a new and important job. Yes, I'm the new president of the United States. Bwahahaha! I'm so hilarious! Seriously, that's me with my parents at the George W. Bush Presidential Library in Dallas. We visited there this morning. The replica of the … [Read more...]
How to Plan a Room Makeover
January 17, 2014 By 2 Comments
If you're like me, the prospect of re-doing a room is an exciting one. But, it's also a little daunting and sometimes downright overwhelming. I have a couple of room re-do projects on my radar this year and it's something that has me excited and challenged all at the same time. I'm neither an expert nor a professional decorator, but … [Read more...]
