A few weeks ago, while I was working on making a card, I was totally frustrated with my craft table. It had become so overrun with stuff and mess that I no longer had any space in which to work. Despite the fact that Mr. T was traveling and I NEVER take on projects when I am flying solo, I decided I MUST do something about my creative space and NOW. It didn't feel creative at all. It simply felt ... Read More about Craft Area Re-Organization
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Great DIY Mother’s Day Gift Basket Idea
I've got such a great Mother's Day gift basket idea for you today! I know most moms I know are super hard working and don't take much time for themselves. I have the perfect gift idea for the hardworking mom in your life. It is a little something to totally pamper her and let her take some much needed time for herself. Love it! I love gift baskets. They are generally easy to put ... Read More about Great DIY Mother’s Day Gift Basket Idea
Strawberry Lemon Sangria
As I'm sure you are aware, Easter is coming quickly. I like trying to find something fun and new to add to our celebrations. Easter is no different. This year, I think we are going to have brunch and an egg hunt with some friends. I thought it would be fun to come up a new drink and maybe something else to add this year. Today, I'm sharing my recipe for a Strawberry Lemon Sangria. So yummy!!! I ... Read More about Strawberry Lemon Sangria
Pink Delight Cocktail Recipe
I love it when I get to put together a post that I have thought about doing for a really long time, but for one reason or another, I just haven't gotten it pulled together. Today, I have just such a post. I've got a delicious Pink Delight Wine Cocktail recipe for you. A few years ago, when I made the Pink Delight drink recipe that was for the kids (and therefore, a mocktail not a cocktail), ... Read More about Pink Delight Cocktail Recipe
How to Pack the Car for a Road Trip with Kids
So you are planning a road trip with the family. Yay for you and your family! I've taken two huge road trips with my 2 girls and I've learned a thing or two along the way. One of the things that had me nervous before our first trip was how in the heck to pack the car with everything we needed and what exactly did we need for our trip. I'm going to show you what we have done to pack for our trips ... Read More about How to Pack the Car for a Road Trip with Kids
Easy to Make Cute Valentine’s Day Treat Bags
Have you thought about ideas for little gifties for your family for Valentine's Day? Or ideas for the kids Valentine's class parties? I hadn't until I was making some cute cookies for a blog post next week. I realized I could cute them up and individualize them and turn them into a fun treat for my family. If you have read my blog for a little while, you have probably figured out, I really love ... Read More about Easy to Make Cute Valentine’s Day Treat Bags
Be Entertaining This Holiday Season ~ Keeping it Real
OK all you wonderful women and moms who read my blog. How are you doing? Totally feeling the stress of pulling the holidays together for your family with just a few days still to go? I wanted to take a minute to talk to you (and me) today. Let's talk about how to relieve stress and entertain for ourselves so we can enjoy the holidays. I did something drastic (yes that is a bit dramatic) yesterday ... Read More about Be Entertaining This Holiday Season ~ Keeping it Real
Teacher Gifts ~ Make Stenciled Pots
It is that time of year again....the time of year to begin to think about teacher gifts. I love making personalized gifts that the people who are receiving them know I thought about them and know things they are interested in. It is fun to me to try to come up with something for each person. This year at our co-op, both of the teachers enjoy gardening. I thought it would be a fun idea to ... Read More about Teacher Gifts ~ Make Stenciled Pots
Valentine’s Day Mega Fun ~ Over 30 Fun Ideas
Are you ready for Valentines Day? It is less than a week away! As a blogger, I read lots of blogs. I thought it would be fun to put together a whole bunch of my posts and my favorite Valentine's Day posts I've seen or pinned for you. It can serve as your inspiration or for your pinning pleasure. Enjoy! Please make sure that you pin from the original source by clicking through to ... Read More about Valentine’s Day Mega Fun ~ Over 30 Fun Ideas
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