With Summer in full swing, it’s prime time for family get togethers. Come learn how we create carefree family fun with our family and friends! • I’ve partnered with Carnival Cruise Line to create this post! Enjoy! • When Summer rolls in it’s time for family fun in the sun, playing at the pool and…
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Painted Nautical Signal Flags for Boys Room Decor
Looking for a fun way to dress-up your boys room? Vintage Nautical is one of my favorite ways to decorate for my little guy. Come learn how I created these painted nautical signal flags for our little guy’s room… • This post brought to you by Michaels • I’ve always been inspired by vintage nautical…
DIY Octopus Wall Art
Create a simple DIY octopus wall art piece with The NEW DecoArt Americana® Premium Artist Acrylics found at Michaels. • This DIY Octopus Wall Art Post is brought to you by DecoArt • Back in December we purchased our PERFECT home! Perfect for everyone but our little guy Gage. His room was a rather bold…
Party Like A Pineapple Party
Whimsical and tasty, this Pineapple Party is the perfect summer hit for all ages. Come learn how I created this EASY and scrumptious party… Party Like a Pineapple post brought to you by • Cricut My sweet Em just turned 13 and of course we needed to have a fabulous, colorful party to celebrate this…
Quick Red White and Blue Home Decor
With the Summer months rolling in, it’s time to give a little nod to our favorite ole’ Red White and Blue! Michaels has a whole new line of FUN Americana decor that you’re going to love! Here’s what I found to dress-up my living room for the Summer holidays. Quick Red White and Blue Home Decor…
How to Apply Vinyl Tutorial + New Kitchen Sign Design
Have you always wanted to create beautiful vinyl signs but, can’t quite get the hang of applying vinyl? Look no further, I’m sharing my pro tips for how to apply vinyl to create beautiful vinyl signs. how to transfer vinyl tutorial • brought to you by Cricut Recently, we moved to our new forever home…
Gnome Garden
A Gnome Garden is the perfect project for the entire family! With a little imagination, a good container, plants, some sticks from your yard and a little DecoArt Patio Paint, you can transform a simple garden into a gnome wonderland. Come learn how… This Gnome Garden post brought to you by DecoArt I have always been…
Wash and Dry Sign • Iron-On Vinyl on Black Canvas
Every laundry room or bathroom for that matter, needs a Wash and Dry sign, right? Let me show you how to make a simple Fixer-Upper inspired sign with Cricut Iron-On Vinyl and a black canvas. • This post is brought to you by Cricut • A few weeks ago, I had the wonderful experience of traveling…
Create Handwritten Labels with Cricut
LOVE THE LOOK OF HANDWRITTEN LABELS BUT, YOU’RE NOT IN LOVE WITH YOUR HANDWRITING? NO WORRIES, CRICUT HAS COME TO THE RESCUE! My Handwritten Labels Project Did you know that you can WRITE with your Cricut along with cutting out cute labels? I put the Cricut markers to the test and created an easy to follow video to…
Colorful Nautical Gallery Wall Tips and Tricks
The Gallery Wall… Everyone loves them. Yet, some find them really challenging. It can be hard to come up with the perfect combination of items that complement each other. Finding the right arrangement on the wall can be mind boggling BUT… It doesn’t have to be. You don’t have to be a certified gallery wall specialist,…
DIY T-Shirt Design + Salty but Super Sweet with Cricut Rose Gold IRON-ON Foil
Anyone out there have a middle school girl, a sassy friend or teenagers at all? I have ALL THREE!! The level of sass in my life is epic. I have three girls all in the teen years and there is a new term floating around our house these days… “ohhhh, SALTY!” OR, “You’re being soooo…
Lighted Floral Swag | Perfect to Add a Little Romance to Any Room
I know the majority of the country is looking forward to a little Spring heading their way. There is nothing better than some early spring blooms to help you out of the winter doldrums, but, if you’re still knee deep in snow… They aren’t going to show up any time soon. That’s when the Floral…
Using Cricut Faux Leather + Gold Foil to Dress-up Your Home
5 stylist walk into a bar… Alright, maybe not a bar. A glorious industrial blank space in the heart of Salt Lake, they have 3 Cricut Explore Air 2 machines, new bedroom furniture from Hayneedle and all kinds of Cricut tools & materials. One stylist says… Alright, this is starting to sound like a really…
Cricut vs. Silhouette • Which Machine Will Reign Supreme?
Guys, it’s time for a heart to heart… Cricut vs. Silhouette? Where do you stand? Are you confused? It’s no secret that I have been pro Silhouette for years and my heart was torn when the new Cricut Explore came out a few years ago. I’ve taken my time. I’ve used various machines from both…
Christmas Village Tree – Michaels Dream Tree Challenge
It’s my favorite time of the year… It’s time to starting thinking about CHRISTMAS! Don’t you just love going to your friend’s homes to check out their Christmas tree every year? I know I do! It’s so fun to see everyone’s creativity and their take on this time honored tradition. Thanks to Michaels, we get…
9 Great Printable Drink Notes for Back-To-School
I’ve partnered with Huhtamaki Inc. for the Chinet® brand to create this post! Enjoy! I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for ways to help my kiddos feel extra special. Especially now that they have gone back to school, and the daily grind is starting to get to them a bit. The…
Fall Pumpkin Home Decor
Happy SEPTEMBER!! We’re heading into my favorite time of year… FALL! I tend to rush fall a bit because I love it so much. I love the crisp air, the leaves getting ready to change, I love to decorate my home for fall! I may not be all that into PSL (Pumpkin Spice Lattes) but…
DIH (Do it Herself) Drink Station
+ This DIH Drink Station post brought to you by the lovely folks at Home Depot + You guys, I’m so excited about this project. No, really! See that drink station above? I BUILT IT MYSELF!!! Not bad for a girl who used to be afraid of power tools. Now I feel like I can…
Dreamy Backyard Summer Birthday Party
There is nothing more magical than a summer birthday party when you’re turning 12… Ok, well maybe 16 and 18… Oh well, you get the idea. Birthdays are pretty special. We’re big fans at our house. I’m not one of those Mom’s that throws over the top parties every year for each child. We like…
Summer Crafting with the Kids
+ This Summer Crafting with the Kids post brought to you by Michaels + You guys… Summer is almost here!! No more school! No more car pool! No more early mornings! Well at least for a couple of months anyway. Now the challenge is how to entertain the family during the fun, lazy days of…
Enjoy the Ride Marquee Sign for Mother’s Day
+ This Enjoy the Ride Marquee Sign for Mother’s Day post was brought to you by Michaels + Hey, hey… It’s time for this month’s Michaels Makers Challenge! This months challenge is all about Mother’s Day. How fun is that?! It’s crazy to think that I have been a Mom for 18 years now… gulp!…
How to Decorate with Flowers
+ How to decorate with flowers post brought to you by Michaels Craft Stores + I ADORE flowers! I love how something so simple can transform a space. Especially this time of year when we are all waking up from our winter hibernation. It’s time to pack away the buffalo check and the fun plaids…
Silhouette CAMEO + BB Frösch a Match Made in Heaven // GIVEAWAY
Peanut Butter & Jelly, Fred & Ginger, Mac & Cheese… Famous pairings. We have a new one that I’m sure you’re going to fall in love with as well! Silhouette & BB Frösch Chalk Paint Powder! If you love to create in any way shape or form, you need to learn how these two play…
Simple Kid Friendly DIY Christmas Village
Who’s looking for something fun & simple to do this Christmas? Something even the kiddos will love! This year, I’m looking to simplify. I want to simplify everything, the gift giving, the message, the decor. I want the Holidays to be more about the family and the true meaning of Christmas. Several years ago my…
