Are you one of those people that hate to spend money on "frivolous," impractical things like home decor but want to have a nicely decorated living space? I sometimes wish I wasn't so programmed to rationalize why not to buy things--especially things whose chief function is to look nice. But there are ways to decorate your home on a budget. One of the most fun ways, for me at … [Read more...]
Making Messy Fun with Despicable Me 3 Minions
This post is sponsored by Bounty the #QuickerPickerUpper in celebration of the release of Despicable Me 3. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Summer is in full swing. Hopefully yours hasn't been as soggy as ours. Afternoon thunderstorms are the norm here in Florida but the torrential downpours all day every day for weeks is wearing on me. We've visited the … [Read more...]
Make a Beautiful American Flag Wreath
Do you wait for the last minute like I do when it comes to decorating for holidays? We wanted a new American Flag Wreath for our front door this year. But, as usual I waited until the last minute. At least we still have our other patriotic wreaths! Actually July 4th snuck up on me this year. As I type this I can hear my neighbors doing "practice" firework runs. It's either … [Read more...]
Easy Decoupage Kids Craft: Sweet Little Birdhouse
Apparently, I am a glutton for punishment mean mom. Our kids have been restricted from their tablets for a month--since before school ended. As a matter of fact, they haven't been able to use any electronics. I do allow a little bit of television while I work a couple hours a day. We've made several trips to the library, played in the pool, and crafted up a storm. Pork Chop … [Read more...]
10 American Flag Wreaths you can make in a weekend!
Red, white, and blue patriotic wreaths have a special place in our hearts. Not only are American flag wreaths seasonally appropriate in the summer but they can be displayed all year. Patriotism is celebrated all year round. My husband and I both come from military families and until recently, my husband was overseas working with the military. I met him when he was a … [Read more...]