Halloween is such a fun time in our house. It's the start of decorating season (you know, the constant swap out of decor for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas?), sports kick into high gear for now two of my kiddos, and the yearly costume challenge begins. The costume … [Read more...] about Countdown To Halloween Blocks {DIY}
Five Years In The Making {A Hand Applique Love Affair}
For five years I carried this beauty with me, and while I love my daughter with all my heart, I'm actually referring to the quilt in the picture above. I started this quilt when that precious five year old little girl was just four weeks old. Together, her and I took the last … [Read more...] about Five Years In The Making {A Hand Applique Love Affair}
Somehow It Will All Get Done {Christmas, Crafts, and Cupcakes}
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, filled with time spent with family and friends. If you're like me, the excitement that began quietly filling the days leading up to Thanksgiving is now screaming and shouting...Christmas is coming faster than I sometimes … [Read more...] about Somehow It Will All Get Done {Christmas, Crafts, and Cupcakes}
The Craft Academy Birthday Bash Starts NOW!
Let's get this party started! The Craft Academy and "The Crafting With Your Silhouette" Program is turning one and the presents are for YOU! I just posted FIVE of our favorite lessons that we covered this year in class. They are FREE for you to enjoy for the next 48 … [Read more...] about The Craft Academy Birthday Bash Starts NOW!
How To Paint And Age A Picture Frame (Using Chalk Based Paints and Dry Brushing!)
I'm so excited to be sharing one of my favorite painting techniques with all of you today. We’ll be painting and aging a picture frame with chalk-based paints and chalky finish paints. I use this same "dry brush" method to paint almost everything. From picture frames to … [Read more...] about How To Paint And Age A Picture Frame (Using Chalk Based Paints and Dry Brushing!)
