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I am not mixed media expert, in fact this is my first mixed media project. But I thought it would be fun to try, and this would make a wonderful gift for someone. This project is super easy! Supplies needed: Wood plank- Hobby Lobby Heirloom Traditions Aurora Staining Gel- Pearl Jam, Cherry Bomb, Lucky Charms, Goldilocks Tacky Glue Scrapbook paper Stamps or stencil Clear varnish spray I purchased a wood board from Hobby Lobby, I used my 40% off coupon and I think it was $8.00. First apply your Aurora stain to your plank. I just added mine to the board in a zigzag motion.  After applying the gels to my plank board, using a paint brush in a sweeping motion, I work the gel into my board. I didn't over work the gels. I wanted to blend the colors, but not ... View Post

I love keeping things simple even during the holiday season. As I start decorating, yeah I put my tree up a few weeks ago, but I am not quite finished yet. Anyway, as I start decorating, keeping things simple is really important to me. And with most of my decor, I love the idea of pieces that can be used for more than just one thing. Like the centerpiece I shared yesterday for my table, you can see that HERE. That centerpiece can also be used for a coffee table too! So what about a wreath? Wreaths don't necessarily need to be used for hanging. This beautiful wreath is from Lynch Creek Farm. I am thrilled to be teaming up with them once again! Now this wreath really is lovely just as it is. Just add a ribbon and your done. But what about dressing it up a little? I decided ... View Post

Today I wanted to share a very simple tablescape idea. I no longer have my dining room table, I converted my dining room into my studio office. You can read about that HERE. So the only table I have for sharing a tablescape is my kitchen. This may be the last time I share a tablescape on this kitchen, because I may be getting a fabulous vintage shabby table, fingers crossed! When you're thinking about decorating a tablescape think about simplicity. I don't like going overboard with too many pieces on my table. Because the reality is that when you are actually sitting at the table with the food all placed, you need room to move around. You also don't want a tall centerpiece blocking your view from your guests. This centerpiece from Lynch Creek Farms is the perfect height and ... View Post

I'm sort of feeling like Santa Claus with all of these giveaways lately. But more on that in a bit. This time of year as I start slowly decorating my house, I also start thinking about gift ideas. Besides the big gifts, I always like giving handmade gifts as well. Every year I make homemade chocolate fudge and cookies. My Mother in law had a delicious fudge recipe, and her cookies were out of this world! Each year I make her fudge and give it away as gifts to my family and friends. Yeah, I know I don't eat any of that anymore, but I am still going to give it away as gifts since my friends and family enjoy sweet treats. This year along with there sweet treats I thought I would make a few gift bags, using a reusable tote bag. These are very simple to make. I found my bags at a ... View Post

You are going to love this very simple five minute craft. Yes you non-crafters this is for you! There are so many variations to this project and I will share those ideas at the end of this post. So you want to make a gift for someone, or you are looking for something new this year for your Christmas decor. Well I have a very simple 5 minute craft. Not only is is very simple to do, it's also very cheap to make. Supplies needed: Floracraft styrofoam cone- white. Lace trim Bells Glue gun Make sure that you have enough lace trim for your project before starting. I'm using what I already had, and I think I may have used a yard? Start on the bottom of your cone. Add a drop of glue to your cone and add your lace. As you are working, you will turn your cone and glue ... View Post

Yesterday was a day off of school for my daughter. We spent the day shopping of course, which made me get way behind in things that I needed to work on today. But it was worth the time spent together. Not many teens like spending time with there parents. Today was a day of catch up, so I'm now even further behind. I thought that today I had time to start and finish a project. And I did, but I don't like how it turned out, so I won't be sharing it today. And you can thank me for that ;-) Not every project turns out as I would like it too. I'll get back to creating tomorrow. But I still have a fun craft to share. I actually shared this a few years ago, but many of you may not have seen it. This is a very simple, cheap craft. Best part, you don't have to glue a thing! You can ... View Post