Recipies, reviews and random rants from a mom of two!
When we moved into our townhouse, we decided to put my daughter in the bedroom furthest away from the walls we shared with our neighbors. She was still waking up in the middle of the night screaming (we still blame night terrors) and we didn't want to subject them directly to that noise. We thought we were doing the neighborly thing but quickly realized it wasn't the … [Read more...]
One of the challenges of renting a home is that you're limited in what things you can do to personalize your space. After being a homeowner for 12+ years, it's been hard for me to adapt to someone else's paint colors and window coverings. I've accepted that it's not a wise investment to to redecorate this house with things I can't take with me so instead of investing in … [Read more...]
Christmas is one of my favorite holidays of the year. I love decorating our home with fresh greenery and ornaments that we've collected over the years. I enjoy watching my daughter's facial expressions as she vividly explains to me why she needs to have another play kitchen from Santa but most importantly, I love how people come together and how the spirit of giving … [Read more...]
This weekend Christmas is going up at my house. Yes, you heard me correctly, I am getting out the boxes of Christmas decorations and giving it to the madness! If you're one of those people who think touching, buying or even thinking about Christmas is sacrilegious, then stop reading now. But, if you're like me and just want to have Christmas around for as long as … [Read more...]
Repurposing glass bowls as planters is an inexpensive and easy way to brighten up your home. I've recently fell in love with terraniums. Visually, I think they are more stunning than the typical pots I use around the house. They also showcase the plants instead of competing with them. And because I don't have the greenest thumb (it's brown on occasion) I like to … [Read more...]
I know, another holiday collection of wreaths from East9thStreet! I can't help it. I love them and how they dress up a door. My only wish is that I had more time to actually make each one of them. Here are just a few of my favorite DIY St Patrick's Day wreaths. Everyone who reads my blog knows I'm a sucker for a burlap wreath. This wreath is a little bit … [Read more...]
You know how much I *heart* wreaths. Wreaths just aren't for Halloween and Christmas, you can make them for any holiday or season. Here are a few of my favorite wreaths for Valentine's Day. I think everyone should have a couple of burlap wreaths... Source: etsy.com via Sarah on Pinterest This wreath is made out of felt. How to make the cute kid holding it is … [Read more...]
The other night we had our first snow! Watching my daughter play in the snow as it was coming down really put me in the Christmas mood. Instead of the same old wreath we've had for years, I've been on the hunt for something new. Check out these great DIY Christmas wreaths I found on Pinterest. Source: blog.mardigrasoutlet.com via Sarah on … [Read more...]
I love a good bag and no, I'm not just talking about handbags. I'm the person who has 5 of the same style of tote because I liked the pattern. I also am a huge supporter of using reusable bags and have been known to tell the sales clerk, "I'll shove that in my purse" if I happen to forget them. SnapSac is a a reusable bag that has style and function. With a … [Read more...]
Need some not-so-scary ideas for dressing up the front door this Halloween? Check out these neat images of Halloween wreaths, many of which the do-it-yourselfer can easily make. If you make one of these wreaths, be sure to let the original creator know that you did. Happy decorating! Easy #Halloween wreaths … [Read more...]
