I love the way it turned out, and think it adds an extra touch to my entryway bench.                   Labels: home decor, sewing

We had my daughter’s 6th birthday party yesterday.  She really wanted a Tinkerbell party, but then she chose to invite a few boys from church and school.  I thought they wouldn’t appreciate being fairies, so we turned the party into a “Neverland” party.  I guess I tried to do too much for the party, though, […]

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The leader of our church gave a talk suggesting six qualities we should develop. We call them the “Six Be’s”. Later he added a few more. This tutorial at Sugardoodle puts them together into a cute mini-wall hanging. I used scrap fabric and batting I had on hand, purchased the mini-buttons and wood stickers at […]

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Welcome to Three Things Thursday!  As always, I am amazed by the talent out there. 1.   These tulip flower cookies from Fowl Single File are just beautiful.  I always tell myself I’m going to make some beautiful cookies next time I decorate, but I just never get around to it. 2.  This Patriotic Printable […]

Has boredom set in for your kids yet?  Are you looking for a new activity to do with your kids? Your kids will love the art activity I’m sharing today:  Draw Rainforest Animals with Chalk Pastels. I’m all about finding fun and inexpensive ideas to keep my kids entertained in the summer.  When they learn […]

So a few weeks ago our family introduced a new member, a puppy named Carson! He is a miniature schnauzer rescued from the Humane Society. He has been a great addition to our clan and we love him very much. Of course my wallet took a hit with all the little things that pets need, […]

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BakeInTheFun #CollectiveBias I was checking out at Walmart with a basket full of ingredients to make this recipe.  The cashier said knowingly “You must be doing some holiday baking too!  The last woman had a bunch of baking stuff […]

I love the creations at Fuzzy Sushi.  Jen is one of my sponsors this month, and I love the jewelry I ordered from her,  I always get compliments when I wear it. Right now, Fuzzy Sushi carries the most adorable baby hats Kids and Adult hats and fabulous hair accessories. If you need a great […]

In just a little less than two weeks, members of my church will come together in person, via satellite, and through many forms of media, to watch and listen to the leaders of our church, including the Prophet and President of our church as they speak to us.  This happens twice each year, and it […]

I’m thrilled to be teaming up today with 29 incredibly talented and creative bloggers to share some fun neighbor gift ideas. Make sure to check out all the ideas below and visit everyone’s blogs for more details.  I am all about keeping things simple for the holidays.  My gift idea is easy to put together, and […]

One of my favorite things to do is browse through the linky parties at all the craft blogs.  So much of my inspiration comes from the things people are willing to share.  I also try to contribute a few projects a month to linky parties. I’ve decided to start something new on my blog.  Though […]

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 […]