It’s a little bittersweet to head into this holiday season without any of our normal ‘Christmas stuff.’ I do think that unpacking familiar boxes of ornaments, wreaths, and décor might help offset a little of the weirdness and homesickness that is settling in. But I also kind of like the way that …
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how to spray paint an artificial christmas tree
When we moved to Saipan in June, we brought six trunks of stuff with us. Things that made the bring-with-us cut? Clothes (not many, but I still wish I would’ve pared even more), Legos, a few of Piper’s dolls and purses, my sewing machine, a small bundle of fabric and a few party supplies. Nothing …
fantastic (free!) outlined fonts
I love bubble fonts. They make me feel a little bit like I am making giant signs for student council in junior high (side note- isn't it funny that junior high isn't a thing anymore?). And since my mind is on all things back to school right now, I figured I should probably share some of my favorite …
no-dye easter egg ideas
This week we have had a gloriously rainy week. In the desert this is not a common thing, so we are LOVING the week of cloudy skies, warm drinks, soup (more on that later) and crafts! My girls have been itching to dye easter eggs since we got a package from some sweet friends back home, but this mama …
DIY bunny rabbit softies
One of the highlights of my niece Josie's 'snow bunny' party was the array of bunny rabbit softies that dotted the decor. These bunnies would make great Easter basket treasures and were fairly simple to put together (the most labor intensive part was embroidering the faces), so I thought I'd …
free printable valentine- my whole heart for my whole life
When I got married, I was young and naive and had no idea that I was making one of the most epic decisions of my whole life. I didn't realize that marrying Adam would effect every. single. aspect of my life and change me in more ways than I can count. And even though I was 'in love' with him in the …
free printable valentines- “you’re bow-tiful” labels
Piper Jane chose bows as her Valentine goodies this year (well, for her girlfriends... for the boys, who probably won't appreciate the bows as much, she's going to borrow her Bubba's idea and give bags of Legos). To make these Valentines, just put the bows (found in five packs for a couple …
25 free printable kids valentines
One of my favorite things about blog-land is the genius FREE kids' valentines printables! Here are twenty five great ones to get you started- I am a sucker for you... Free glow stick valentine printable You're Sweet treat bag toppers Airheads free valentine printable Dropping down …
free printable valentines- “let’s build” lego bag labels
This is Burke's number one hobby, translated into Valentine form. He was over the moon to gather little packets of Lego's for all of his friends! If any of you have little Lego lovers, these printable valentines might just be the one for them as well. Just print the lego bag toppers and …
free valentine printable “I love you more than candy”
Despite my mom's very best efforts to the contrary, I have a serious sweet tooth... so, saying "I love you more than candy," is quite the high compliment coming from me. But Valentine's Day is the perfect time for grand statements- including this one! Use a little washi tape to attach …