How many of you grew up in a small town? Did you have a hometown festival in the summer? My hometown has a parish festival on the 4th of July. I have the best childhood memories of the 4th. As children, my sister and I would ride our bikes to the end of the block […]
Archives for July 2011
How To | Bridesmaid Feather Fascinator
My little brother is getting married this October! It has been quite a year for him (and his fiancé). He was diagnosed with Cushing’s Syndrome last Winter, which was caused by a tumor growing in his lungs, i.e. a rare form of lung cancer. The first half of this year has been spent in surgery, […]
How To | Painted Rocks
Are you looking for a cheap project that will keep your kids busy for an hour or two today? You will love letting them paint rocks because it is so simple and you can let them do it outside. What could be cheaper than collecting some rocks and painting them? This project also works for […]
5 Ways to Add Minutes to Your Day for Crafting
1. Only wash your hair every two or three days or if you are more brave than I, don’t shower at all. ( saves 10 min.) 2. Skip any makeup, blow drying, or curling irons; basically any beautification of self. (saves 20 min.) 3. Only load the dishwasher after breakfast and lunch have been eaten […]
How To | Wooden Switchblade
I know I haven’t posted in a while. We have been busy having some summer fun. Last week we headed up North for family week. My Aunts, Uncles and Cousins all converge upon my Grandma’s house and hang out together for the week. We have relatives that come from Alaska, California and Kentucky. My kids […]




