I’m always on the lookout for new activities to keep my kids busy during the summer months! I know a lot of you have children or grandchildren of your own, so I put together a list of fun, kid-friendly activities from some of my favorite bloggers. For full instructions, click on the link above each photograph. [Read more…]
Archives for June 2014
Mason Jar Drink Toppers
Don’t you just love a good party? When I’m hosting an event, I love finding cute decorating ideas to help make the party stand out without blowing the entire budget. This is a fun and easy way to snazz up your drink glasses and color coordinate them to match your event. Perfect for a baby or bridal shower, or even a backyard BBQ. So toss those plastic cups, whip up a few of these mason jar drink toppers and have fun! [Read more…]
Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
One of my favorite things about summer is the access to delicious, locally grown fruit. We have a few strawberry plants and two blueberry bushes in our backyard, but we get most of our fruit from the farmers market nearby. It just tastes so much better when you pick it yourself, or purchase it shortly after it was picked, don’t you think? [Read more…]
Firecracker Skewers
I love everything about the 4th of July! The parades, the picnics, and especially the fireworks. If you’re having a 4th of July party this year, these firecracker skewers will make a festive addition to your table! [Read more…]
How To Make A No Sew Tulle Tutu Skirt
This is such an easy and adorable skirt to make. You don’t need any special skills or equipment to make one of these pretty tulle tutu skirts, and you can put one together in about an hour. [Read more…]
DIY Stenciled Frame
I’m a little embarrassed to tell you this, but I’ve had this mirror sitting on a ledge in my living room for a couple of years. Whenever I glance in that direction, I always think I need to get a different mirror because this one doesn’t fit the decor. I bought some chalk paint to give a thrift store finial a face lift and it hit me; this mirror would look great with a chalk paint finish too. [Read more…]