DIY Christmas Tree Farm Christmas Sign I wanted to squeak in a Christmas in July post before July was over, but I had some trouble with the project. So instead of a Christmas in July project, this will have to be a Christmas in August project. Oh well. What’s one day? I received some new Chalk Couture transfers and just had to play around with some of the Christmas ones I ordered. I had the perfect canvas to make one {Read More}
Talk of the Town #134
July 31, 2018 by 6 Comments
I just returned from visiting family in New Mexico last night and my sister decided to return with me on the train. We waited 7 hours in the Albuquerque depot because someone died on the track just outside of LA delaying our train from departing. There was a huge group of senior citizens traveling together and every available seat in the depot was taken, so my sister and I had to sit on the floor that whole time. Oh well, {Read More}
Free Vintage Botanical Printables: Instant Artwork
July 29, 2018 by 11 Comments
Free Vintage Botanical Printables: Instant Artwork It’s been a while since I’ve shared any vintage printables with you, but I’ve got 3 free vintage botanical printables to share today. Included are illustrations of the lollipop plant, medicinal plants, the lemon tree, and other fruits and flowering plants.
July Giveaway: 3 Chalk Couture Transfers + Supplies
July 27, 2018 by 56 Comments
July Giveaway: 3 Chalk Couture Transfers + Supplies While I’m gone having fun with my family, I wanted you to have some fun too🙂! If you’ve been following my blog the last few months, you know I became an independent designer for Chalk Couture and have had so much fun creating beautiful home decor and gifts. Every month I do a giveaway, so this month I put together a Chalk Couture giveaway so you can enjoy making summer projects before {Read More}
S’mores Recipes: 15 Amazing Desserts For Folks Who Love S’mores
July 26, 2018 by Leave a Comment
S’mores Recipes: 15 Amazing Desserts For Folks Who Love S’mores! Did you know August 10 is National S’mores Day? Consider yourself in the know! I’ve rounded up 15 scrumptious S’mores dessert recipes to celebrate that will have you licking your lips and craving the ooey, gooey marshmallow and chocolate goodness of S’mores! Which one will you try first?
Talk of the Town #133
July 24, 2018 by 5 Comments
Hi friends and happy Tuesday! I’ve been having lots of fun visiting my son, my sister, and her family in New Mexico. Today we drove to Santa Fe to go to Old Town, the Farmers Market, and the National Cemetery to visit my father and mother-in-law’s graves. Last week the whole family came over to my mom’s house for dinner and games which was a lot of fun. Well, enough about me because it’s time to party! Welcome back {Read More}
3 Easy Farmhouse Decor DIY Project Ideas
July 20, 2018 by 9 Comments
DIY Ombré Effect Pallet Tray Using Chalk Finish Paint
July 19, 2018 by 2 Comments
DIY Ombré Effect Pallet Tray Using Chalk Finish Paint The Ombré effect has been around for quite some time, but I have never tried it myself and wanted to make a farmhouse style tray using the technique. I Googled and looked on Pinterest to learn how, and I’m excited to say it worked!
Repurposed Tea Tins Office Organizer
July 18, 2018 by 4 Comments
Repurposed Tea Tins Office Organizer Turn pretty tea tins into a wonderful and useful repurposed office organizer! I was browsing in a local antique shop a few months ago and found a set of tea tins. They weren’t antiques, or even vintage, but they were really cute tins. So I snatched them up knowing I would find some way to use them. I hung it on the wall in my kitchen for the photos because everything looks good against white. {Read More}
Talk of the Town #132
July 17, 2018 by 5 Comments
I’ve been working like a busy beaver trying to finish up projects before I head out of town for awhile visiting my middle son. I did just see him in May, but my mom has been visiting for several weeks and I’m returning with her. I can’t wait to see my kiddo and the rest of my family. Now it’s time for the party! 🙂
