I’ve talked before about projects that are all over Pinterest and other social channels. They are the type of thing that I tuck away into my mental file and hope to make for myself one day. They seem almost silly to share as a tutorial, since anyone can Google their way to the same result.Read more
I know, you might be thinking it’s too early for Halloween stuff. But really, Halloween is one of my favorite holidays, and I’ve been waiting since last Halloween to begin writing about it again. So for me, it’s actually a bit late and I’ve held out as long as I can! For the last few yearsRead more
It’s funny, I feel like I spend all winter waiting for summer heat, and then when it got here this year – it was TOO hot! Yesterday was over 95° here with over 70% humidity. I felt like I was going to melt 30 seconds after I stepped out the front door. So, as muchRead more
This shop has been compensated by CollectiveBias, Inc. on behalf of its advertiser, Similac. #NutritionintheMix #Collectivebias #Walmart Back to school isn’t just for school age children. While it might not mean big yellow busses and homework for my family – it means that summer is over and the crisp (or downright cold) fall weather isRead more
In May my husband and I spent a week in Jamaica to celebrate our 5 year wedding anniversary. Of course the sunshine was amazing, crystal blue ocean water was beyond compare, and the temperature was just what this post-winter Michigander needed. All of those things were pretty expected. What I didn’t expect, however, is toRead more
When it comes to DIY decorations, garlands are one of the easiest way to brighten up a dull space or prepare for a party. I’ve been making them so often lately, I’m well on my way to having a collection of DIY garlands for every occasion! I’ve put together a list of a few great tutorialsRead more
Scrapbooking seems to be one of those “gateway” crafts. You know, the thing you are exposed to that makes you get interested in other crafts? Are you a scrapbooker? I admit, I want to be but I’m not really. I generally take the time I would spend making scrapbook layouts and use it making otherRead more
I don’t know why I’ve been obsessed with DIY bracelets lately. Maybe because they are so versatile? This simple bracelet can easily be made custom with more colors, different beads, or different charms. They can be big and chunky like these DIY Strappy bracelets, or sleek and simple like these simple DIY bracelets. All in all,Read more
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Muse Cat Food for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Crafting takes me all over my house. Sometimes on my living room floor, some times in my craft room, or at the kitchen table. Wherever the mood strikes me is where I end up,Read more
It is hard to believe that it has been 5 years since I made my first printable planner. It was 2013 when I first introduced the student version for free, and its still one of my most popular pins. Over the years I’ve given the printables for free, I’ve sold them on Etsy, and lastRead more
It’s finally summer! I am absolutely over the moon about warmer weather, green leaves on tall trees and of course, Pretty flowers! Flowers, being one of those basic shapes that almost every kid knows how to draw, tend to be a big topic of crafting. Its no surprise that people make a lot of flowerRead more
I’m pretty candid here on the blog talking about my father’s death. I’ve written about the things I’ve learned, and wish I’d told him. I’ve talked about celebrating my Father in Law instead of my dad on Father’s Day. However, now that my husband and I have a child, Father’s Day has a renewed spiritRead more