I made Kate’s teachers personalized chalkboard doors as a gift before we moved, and I decided to make Drew’s teachers personalized holiday yarn letters – a holiday version. These are my favorite yarn letters to date! Festive, without being too…
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How to Create Apple Shaped Cupcakes
Kate was due to bring snack to preschool last week, so I decided to make her class some apple shaped cupcakes. They are so eye catching, adorable, and so appropriate for this time of year. The original inspiration post can…
Hawaii: Part 2-Oahu
After five glorious days in Kauai, we took a short plane ride back to Oahu (Honolulu, Waikiki Beach). Where Kauai was sleepy and quiet, Honolulu was bustling and busy and every bit a big city. It was nice to experience two…
Hawaii: Part 1-Kauai
I am finally getting around to posting pictures of the first half of our Hawaii trip. It truly was the trip of a lifetime! A second honeymoon of sorts. We were like giddy school children again. We lived in the…
DIY Ice Cream Party Invitations
My neighbor and friend recently hosted a birthday party for her four year old daughter, who happens to be one of Drew’s little buddies. After a pool party, we went back to their home and the kids made ice cream sundaes. Prior…
How to Celebrate with a Shark Birthday Party
Drew turns 4 on Tuesday, but we had his pool and pizza Shark Birthday Party a little early so his visiting cousins could get in on the action! Unfortunately, Drew got sick during the pool portion of the party! He…
How to Make DIY Sunburst Mirror
CLICK HERE TO SEE A NEWER VERSION OF THIS DIY SUNBURST MIRROR! For all of you that ask me, “how do you find the time?”…You really can create this mirror while your kids nap. I know, because I did! Here’s how to…
How to Organize Handwritten and Printed Recipe Cards
Today’s post is all about how to organize handwritten recipes. The recipe box that I used for years was overflowing and I decided I needed better recipe storage. I found myself throwing recipes in a cabinet, losing them, and they…
DIY Jewelry Holder
I spotted an old, distressed window frame a few months back and knew it had to come home with me. After turning it into a DIY jewelry holder, it has new life! This is now something I use every single day! The…
DIY Moss Wreath
Pottery Barn had a moss wreath selling for $79! My mom told me I could probably easily make one of these. Spring fever is hitting hard, so I thought I’d add a pop of green to the front door. Here’s…