When I was a junior in college my now husband--then boyfriend--gave me a potted plant. That was nearly a decade ago and now the pot looks like this. It was broke down to say the least. The plant was still viable, but it was definitely ready for a new home. We were at the Home Depot grabbing other supplies for various projects and the terra cotta flower pots caught my eye. Seemed like just the right size for my plant and very affordable. Much better, right? Man! I don't know why it ...
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Summer Tablescape + a Link Party
Today I am sharing a fun and simple ways to serve up some summertime favorites so that your summer table has a little wow--or oh.my.word.that.is.so.cute--factor. Summertime must have--S'mores! Serve them up in a fry holder. These were marked WAY down at JoAnn fabrics so I picked up a few because there are just so many uses. A total of 4 marshmallows, one candy bar and two graham crackers fits comfortably. That is enough to make two s'mores easily. Instead of serving fruit ...
Teacher Gifts & Gift Tag Printable
Did you all know I use to be a teacher? I was. As a teacher, especially at a low income school, I never expected much. What extra money parents did have, I much rather be spent on the kids. But I would be lying if I told you it didn't feel good to be appreciated. It always feels good to be noticed. My favorite were always cards that included lovely messages from students. I still have them saved in a box. Chocolate was always appreciated, as well (duh!). I didn't do so well with lotions and ...
A Simple & Affordable Christmas Mantle
I tired the kids out with a trip to open gym at the local gymnastics center and a trip to great grandma and grandpa's house this morning. Now that they are off napping it is time for me to share our Christmas shelf. Before we get to that, I have gotta tell you about my weekend. If you follow me on Facebook you know that I was stoked about having a weekend with NO PLANS! I don't remember the last time that happened. With three Thanksgivings this week and the holidays around the corner, it is just ...
Paint Dipped Christmas Ornaments
Too early to talk Christmas? It is only 7 weeks away! Eek! I have one gift bought. I know we still have Thanksgiving, but if I wait until after than to share my ideas you will all be scrambling. So paint dipped everything is completely the trend right now. I mean EVERYTHING. I thought I would try my hand at some paint dipped Christmas ornaments. I was at JoAnn's and I saw these ornaments and they were like half off and I had coupons so I snatched them up along with some Martha Stewart ...