Have you ever seen something on the internet and it looks SO easy and pretty and you are compelled to try it? Well, I was in that camp with the ribbon Christmas tree. It looks pretty straight forward and quick, doesn’t it? My first couple of tries were a struggle but I persevered and changed...
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Storybook Style Baby Shower: How ChatGPT Inspired the Theme Name, Invitations & Backdrop
Planning a baby shower is always an exciting endeavor, but it can also be quite challenging to come up with a unique and memorable theme. When we (my sisters and I) started brainstorming ideas for Baby Carmela’s (my grand niece) shower, we wanted something charming, yet memorable. That’s when I decided to turn to ChatGPT...
ReStore Furniture Flip: 4 Key Considerations for Choosing Your Perfect Project Piece
Habitat for Humanity’s ReStores are a great source for project pieces. Whether you are looking to revive a piece for your home or to resell, here are 4 considerations that I keep in mind when purchasing. material A solid piece of furniture is a good basis for a project piece. For me, this usually means...
Five Reasons to Add Jewelry (Hardware) and Make Your Furniture Sparkle
Ready to add a touch of sparkle and style to your furniture piece? Look no further than fresh hardware! Whether you’re updating a dresser, cabinet, or side table, swapping out old hardware for new can instantly transform the look and feel of your furniture. From sleek and modern pulls to vintage-inspired knobs, there’s a wide...
DIY Spray Paint Workspace Must Haves
If you are a DIYer there is a good chance you are painting in your garage. I love a sprayed finish, so I mostly use a paint sprayer to apply paint. Over the years, I have found several tricks that work well when setting up your painting area. paint booth If you are spraying smaller...
Puzzle Lover Gift Guide | Cavalini & Co. & eeBoo
I am a puzzle lover! I heard a couple years ago that doing jigsaw puzzles increases your IQ – not that I ever had my IQ tested or plan to! In any case, I find it relaxing and helps with concentration. Above are a few of my favorite puzzles from Cavalini & Co. I have...
Must Love Dogs Gift Guide
You all know I love my puppy, Beau! He is a rescue who came to live with me in September. So, I have purchased several things to make him feel at home and made some crafty things that I thought I’d share! Hope these are helpful! Click on the links under the gift guide for...
Black Friday Favorites
Hope you are enjoying your Thanksgiving! I am sharing with you just a few Black Friday Favorites as you sit back after a big dinner! (I earn a small commission on a few of these so thank you for supporting.) Bissell Little Green | Game | Hair Dryer | Heated Jacket The Bissell Little Green...
Chex Party Mix | Christmas Tradition Recipe
This recipe is a classic and shared by Joanne, my cousin’s mother-in-law! And, I put it in a fancy dish!
Christmas Houses
I made painted and decorated these Christmas houses for my “annual” Christmas craft get together. It’s really an excuse for the ladies in the family to spend some time with one another and chat, laugh and snack! Actually, there is minimal crafting happening, but, everyone takes home a craft! These were pretty simple to make!...