This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MinionsMovieNight #CollectiveBias My kids and minions have one thing in common- they both are crazy about bananas! I can’t even keep them in the house.  I hear people talk about using their overripe bananas in breads and muffins, and I […]

So, almost a year ago I wrote this post about how I was changing up the bedding in our master bedroom.  It’s taken me this long to get around to showing you what I came up with. Now here’s a little secret: I didn’t buy new bedding.  The only thing that changed is the pillows! […]

I’ve really enjoyed browsing the link parties so far this week.  There are always so many great projects linked up.  Here are just a few that caught my eye this week: 1.  I always love a good refashion, and this Flowers and Leaves T-shirt from Melly Sews is really cute.  I love the shirt alone […]

My husband LOVES making wings whenever we watch UFC fights. Everyone who tries them raves about them. Unfortunately, even the smell of the hot sauce makes me gag, so I’m left on my own to figure out something else to eat. But while the fryer is going I may as well use that hot oil […]

Welcome to the Handmade Hangout- where you can link up all things made by YOU! This week I’m featuring three of my favorite projects from last week’s linky. 1.  Berry Almond Tart from Sobremesa Stories 2.  Salvaged Wood Headboard from Craft Thyme 3.  Mickey Mouse String Art from Albion Gould Great projects, everyone!  Now, on […]

There are about a hundred versions of these out in blog-land. Here’s mine: I took a 2×4 and used a miter box to cut it into different sizes. I think the tall ones are 6 inches, and the shorter ones are 4 inches. If I did it again, I’d probably include a third size in […]

A good friend recently asked me to make her some personalized sippy cups as a baby shower gifts! I don’t know why I had never thought of doing this before! It’s super easy, something that will get used, and when it’s personalized it’s always a great gift! The only tricky thing is applying vinyl to […]

I guess I have sewing on the mind this week, because all the projects I’m featuring have something to do with sewing! 1.  CathGrace made this adorable Summer Dress.  My favorite feature is the peek-a-boo ruffle in the back.  She even made matching shoes! 2.  Jamie from Backless Shirt makes these super cute Gathered Clutches […]

2013 was a great year for us, both personally and as blog authors.  We’ve really enjoyed creating for our homes and families and sharing these projects with you.  So, just in case you missed anything, or if you are curious, we’re here to share our Top Ten posts of 2013!  Counting down, just like New […]

It was a success!  We had a really fun morning, and can’t wait to hold that little baby boy! Tell me- what does my friend NEED to know about boys?  Share in the comments below! Linking up to some of the parties listed here

I just got home from an AMAZING trip with my hubby to Mexico.  We went snorkeling, biking, walking, zip-lining, shopping, eating, wading, sunbathing, and ruin-exploring.  The picture above is El Castillo at Chichen- Itza- one of the new 7 Wonders of the World.  What an experience!  It was wonderful, and though I am now peeling […]

In light of the recent bombing at the Boston Marathon, I’m grateful to live in a country where such things are NOT common.  When they do happen, we pull together as a country in support of each other– at least for a little while :).  I know it’s a little early, but I’m feeling patriotic.  And […]

Have you ever felt something drifting away from you? I consider it a blessing to experience this feeling often in my life. Once in college, my boyfriend told me that he loved me (over the phone, but that’s beside the point). I knew when he said it that I didn’t feel the same way, but […]

I’m sorry.  I just can’t help it.  I’m in a Christmas mood!  I do love Thanksgiving, and I’ve been busy working on some fun stuff for that great holiday, but I’m already Christmas shopping, listening to Christmas music, and dreaming about how to make my kids smile all through the season! In that vein- here […]