I rarely give store-bought gifts. Its just my nature to make something -hopefully cute- to give a friend or relative. Every now and then I want to give something *extra* special. For example, this weekend was my best friend Amy’s bridal shower. It was my first time really meeting her family, and while I’m notRead more
Whew! It’s Friday! That means several important and uplifting thigs: 1.) No more work until Monday! 2.) I get to go to a Bridal Shower tomorrow! 3.) I get to see my mommy on Sunday! All of that tally’s up to one happy Kayla this afternoon. =D I hope you all are feeling as chipperRead more
First of all, I am just totally taken aback by how many linked up on my first ever linky party. Thank you to everyone who participated- I truly hope you will come back next Monday! It really means a lot to me as a crafter and a blogger to feel like I can offer somethingRead more
There’s a special kind of bond you get in art school. Every one of your classmates watches while you struggle, bare your secrets, produce your proudest pieces- not to mention stay up for 3 days straight before final projects are due. I have to admit that sometimes I miss it. In my job I’m the onlyRead more
I know I know. I’m on my honeymoon. I know I should turn off the computer/phone and enjoy this wonderful time with my Husband. But… it’s a long drive to our destination. About 6 hours. And in that time I was inspired to make this lovely bit of St. Patty’s day art. So, tell me,Read more
My line of work entails many community “events”. Each of these events often includes some sort of branded t-shirt. I only need so many t-shirts, so I am always looking for ways to up-cycle them. That’s why, when I saw this pin on Pinterest, I knew I had to give it a shot. But, thereRead more
I’ll admit it. I have a thing for mocha. Just mocha, mind you. I don’t like coffee. I do like what coffee does to chocolate. . One of my dearest go-to drinks are the kind you buy in adorable little glass bottles at the grocery store. But what to do with those ideally sized glassRead more