I love DIY projects. And I have never loved them more than I do now that I am a mom. Babies seem to outgrow things so quickly and are always changing interests and abilities. Anytime I can save money by making something myself, I do it, especially when I can see the direct impact it has on my son and our family. Check out this DIY project you can do for under $15 in less than ... Read More
Custom Farmhouse Style Grapevine Door Wreath Tutorial {DIY Instructions}
I'm not crafty by any means. So if you're intimidated by just the thought of designing and creating a custom farmhouse style grapevine door wreath, don't be! And to make it even more fun, make sure to invite some friends and make wreaths together. That's what we did and it was a lot more fun. Plus, we were all able to bounce ideas off each other and ask ... Read More
Give Mom A Personalized Home Spa Day + All Natural Homemade Bath Bomb Recipe {+ Giveaway}
This Personalized Home Spa Day Post and All Natural Homemade Bath Bomb Recipe is sponsored by Personalization Mall. As always, all opinions are my own. Did you know that moms all over the globe are just plain exhausted? I don't mean to sound cliche'. But it's so true. Even though we've now made it past the sleepless nights, there are a million other ... Read More
Simple DIY Scripture Wall Hanging
I am far from crafty. Pretty much everyone who knows me well, knows this. Even though I've tried several projects in the past, they rarely turn out how I want. So I tend to need a little (okay, okay..... a LOT of) direction. Being a part of my local MOPS has been great! If you want to know how to make mom friends, a MOPS group is a great place to ... Read More
Comforting Eucalyptus Soap Melts
Pardon the lack of pictures in this post. I wasn't originally intending to post my recipe for Eucalyptus Soap Melts so quickly, but I've had so many requests for these DIY soap melts from friends, I wanted to make sure to share in time for those hoping to make some for themselves or family and friends over the holidays. I love making homemade gifts for my family and friends and ... Read More
How To Make Easy Tie-Bleach Shirts!
Maggie is all about customizing these days. It feels like she is asking me nearly every day about a new customization project she's thought of, so I decided to surprise her with a little t-shirt customization project of my own: tie-bleach shirts! It was really such an easy, fun process, I thought I'd share it with all of you today. SuppliesClorox® Regular Bleach2 with ... Read More
Homemade Dishwasher Detergent Recipe
Lately our dishwasher has not been on it's A-game and has been causing more of an issue than it should. I will frequently take out dishes that are not very clean and and that have a very strong smell from the detergent that I used. I could even taste the detergent when I would drink a glass of water. It was disgusting. I tried cleaning my dishwasher with those tablets that they ... Read More
9 Painting Tricks, Tips and Hacks
I've partnered with Clean Ones to share these 9 painting tricks, tips and hacks. We are moving! We've outgrown our small townhouse and need a little bit more space. I'm so excited.........yet also hating all the work we have to do to prepare to move. I've been purging, cleaning, packing, and painting for the past few weeks. It's been a much bigger chore than I realized and ... Read More
Create Your Own Memory Keepsake Collages
When my husband and I first started dated we went on all sorts of adventures! We loved to travel, try new places and eat lots of yummy food! Of course we took pics, put them on social media and even printed some to keep, but we still had a TON of keepsakes! You know, the menus, flyers, brochures, maps, etc. that you just can't part with due to sentimental value, but also ... Read More
Make Your Own Honey Apple Sand Scrub
I used JOHNSON’S® baby moisture wash with honey apple for my family as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars #johnsonspartners #MoreForYou I love summer and that's an understatement. I live for summertime and despise the cold and snow that comes along with wintertime. This always leads to a slight depression whenever September rolls around and the temperatures start cooling ... Read More