Can you believe it is almost October already? My, how time flies. Weren't we just celebrating Memorial Day??!! Now that we have put summer behind us, let's focus our attention on fall decorating. Have you decorated your home yet? It isn't fall without a pumpkin or two (or three) gracing your front porch. We grow a LOT of pumpkins here on our farm, about 35 acres to be exact! I love all the ...
Crafts & DIY
Disney Bleach-Dyed Shirts to Rock Your #DisneySide
This post contains affiliate links. Please see my disclosure policy for details.Looking for a fun and easy way to rock your #DisneySide? These Disney bleach-dyed shirts are inexpensive and easy to make. My Disney apparel and merchandise is something near and dear to my heart. Here are a few inexpensive Disney shirts I created simply by using bleach, a cotton swab and some buttons for ...
Do It Yourself Chalkboard Spice Jars
Last year, I purchased a few really cool chalkboard spice jars at Anthropologie, one of my favorite stores. I was excited when I found them because I love anything with a chalkboard these days. Plus, they were on sale, and I love a good sale! They now provide perfect storage for a few of my different salts. I love the chalkboard look. Change the contents that is stored in the jar, just erase ...
Crafting With Kids: Create Your Own Rockin’ Garden Stones
For those of you who follow me on Instagram, you may remember I recently posted a photo with a whole lot of spray paint. Here is one of the projects I was working on.....Rockin' Garden Stones. Creating your own garden stones is great a kid friendly craft that ROCKS (pun intended). It's a fun way to get the kids involved in your gardening adventures. This simple project is kid-friendly and ...
Planning a Budget-Friendly Sweet 16 Celebration!
Great tips and ideas for planning a budget-friendly Sweet 16 celebration! Candy bar ideas, cupcake ideas, menu ideas, and how to keep it organized and fun! Aahhh, the teenage years. I'm still trying to wrap my fingers around the fact that my oldest child, Gabrielle, has turned 16! How did this happen? How did she get so old so fast? Or, maybe I should ask how did I age so gracefully so fast? ...
Simple Hydrangea Mason Jar Arrangements
My hydrangea bushes are starting to bloom. Yeah! They are like big snowballs of happiness. I love this vintage looking rustic summer flower. The whites, pinks and blues really add beauty to my yard. I have a couple different varieties growing like Fire and Ice and Endless Summer. Hydrangeas are perfect in bouquets (they are a popular choice for brides), flower arrangements and even cut and dried. ...
Create Your Own Crayon Wall Art Masterpiece
I love crayons. I guess they bring out the child in me. The colors, the smell, the fancy box with the built-in sharpener; all bring back memories of my childhood and how much fun we had with one simple box of crayons. My daughter, Gabrielle, loves crayons too. In fact, at the age of 16, she is a pretty talented young artist. As a child, she always had a piece of paper and a box of crayons by her ...
How To Make The Perfect Grapevine Wreath
Need to add some pizzazz to your front door? Here is How To Make The Perfect Grapevine Wreath. There is nothing more welcoming than a wreath hanging on your front (or back) door. No matter what time of year, I always have a seasonal door wreath to welcome visitors. Decorating your own wreath is easy! Don't be fooled or intimidated. I always design my own and rotate between three different ...
A Pinteresting Idea! – Chalkboard Flower Pots
I love Pinterest! In fact, I think I am slightly addicted to it. It is my go-to site for ideas and inspiration for practically everything. Since it is such a wonderful resource, I thought I would periodically write about something that I have pinned, whether it be something I made myself or an idea I pinned from someone else. Since Mother's Day is right around the corner, I thought I would ...
Create A Garden Gift Basket
Looking for a quick and easy gift idea for Easter, Mother's Day or practically any special occasion? Making a garden gift basket is a great way to re-purpose those extra baskets stored in your basement. Plus, they make great gifts, sure to brighten anyone's day. And, you don't have to just use baskets, any sort of sturdy tub, container or decorative box will do. Just be sure that it will be able ...