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
Oh, summer: a dear old friend that I never get tired of. Except when it’s 90% humidity and 95° outside. It’s safe to say that summer is my favorite season. From the wardrobe, to the outdoor activities, down to summer-themed food, shining sun always seems to be a mood-lifter for me. On really hot days,Read more
I must say, when I take a look at my nieces, I see brilliant children who are adapting so well to the fast-pace changes that take place in today’s technology. Now, these aren’t only words of a proud auntie, but when I catch a glimpse of them teaching their grandmother how to work the newestRead 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
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SummerCarCare #CollectiveBias . My husband and I are road trip people. We have driven to every vacation we’ve ever taken (with the notable exception of our recent trip to Jamaica) and for many of those trips, the drive wasRead more
Have you ever heard of a Staycation? It is basically a vacation that you plan in your own town. It saves a lot of money and avoids the hassle of having to pack and travel long distance. These types of vacations are coming very popular for a few reasons. I like them because it means less timeRead more
This baked pear recipe get’s me thinking. I don’t know exactly why – but we never really had pears when I was growing up. I used to have fun carving apple jack-o-lanterns, writing messages on banana skins, and trying to catch grapes in my mouth, but I can’t remember ever having a pear until IRead more
Having a craft blog, and working for an international crafting company – I often have the opportunity to talk to other people about crafting. Everything from sewing to card making, poly clay to jewelry, home decor DIY and home made beauty products. The crafting hobby has had a huge upsurge in the past few years (HelloRead more
This past weekend, my little Squish turned 1 year old. I don’t have the time to get into how complicated my feelings are about it. What I CAN talk about, is his adorable Monster themed first birthday party. Parties are sometimes stressful events. They tend to come around during the most poignant moments in life.Read more
I know it doesn’t look like much. I considered not even sharing this Coffee Scrub because it looks, well, like dirt. But let me tell you – you can’t judge this scrub by its color. I’ve been looking for a while for a good facial scrub to use periodically with my DIY Face moisturizer andRead more
Graduating college was definitely one of my proudest moments. I remember how at one point, I wasn’t even considering attending because I had my mind set on a career in music – pop music, at that (as a recording artist). My parents urged me to apply to a local school as a back-up plan, and itRead more