If you follow along on Instagram, you might have seen the sweet Rub ‘n Buff collection I received for Christmas. Rub ‘n Buff is a wax metallic finish that you can use to make just about anything fabulous. My first project was turning a small cheap black frame into a golden masterpiece. In like 30 seconds. Amazing. Here is a…
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January Planning & Preview
I couldn’t have asked for a better start to 2014. New Years Eve I was in Texas to welcome my newest nephew into the world. He was a healthy and strong eleven pounds. Of course I have to show you his picture! {You’ve already seen this next pic if you follow me on Instagram. And if you don’t follow me…
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The Resolution Alternative
I’ve never been a huge January 1st resolution maker. It seems like they tend to be huge life changes, and I prefer to tackle things as mini-goals over shorter periods of time. At the same time, I do love the feeling of beginning a fresh year. I learned about a great alternative resolution strategy at my church last year and…
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Merry Christmas 2013
Merry Christmas to you all!
Last Minute Christmas Gift Idea!
Need a last minute gift for friends or siblings? I’ve got a super cute solution. Sorry I don’t have better pictures, this was an unplanned project & post. After it was done, I decided it needed to be shared with the world! We started with a bottle of wine (for her) and six individually selected bottles of beer (for him)….
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Temporary Christmas Wrapping Station
I don’t know about you, but I could NOT take another year of my dining room table being covered in wrapping paper, ribbons, & bows for at least a week. Yesterday I realized I could avoid the mess by taking advantage of the 6 ft folding table that is in storage most of the year. Genius! Here’s a list of…
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Ugly Art Makeover – Christmas Edition
I just can’t stop making new Christmas art. This one was crazy cheap for me – probably under $1! The only thing I bought was black craft paint, which I needed anyways. It’s a little embarrassing to admit that at some point, MANY years ago, I bought this ugly art to put on the wall. In my defense, I think…
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