DIY Lap Desk When did life become so busy? Do you ever wonder where your free time went? You know, before you became a full time taxi driver, chauffeuring your children (and occasionally a stray neighborhood child as well) back and forth to school, sports, play dates and who knows what else? Yeah, me too. My family spends a frightening amount of time on the go. We travel close to two hours … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2014
Renter Friendly, No Holes, No Damage $10 and 10 Minute DIY Window Valance
July 28, 2014 43 Comments
Edited to add: This post has become so incredibly popular that I have now added a FAQ post that answers the burning questions sent to me by readers. It can be found here. Holy cow, this post has been a while in the making. Not because it took long for the project, but because I held off on posting thinking the interest in my original $10 and 10 minute DIY widow valance post would die … [Read more...]
Super Easy, Deliciously Yummy Oreo Cheesecake Pops
July 25, 2014 2 Comments
There are very few things in my life that I feel don't need much of an introduction, but this is without a doubt one of those few. Yes, these super easy to make pops are Oreo Cheesecake. Not too much to say about that other than if you don't try them you'll be sad. No baking is required for these amazing pops, just a food processor (or you could use a mixer if you don't have a food … [Read more...]
Be 2 Cool 4 School with LLZ by Locker Lookz
July 23, 2014 13 Comments
Special thanks to LLZ by Locker Lookz for sponsoring this post. All text and opinions are 100% my own. Do you remember the days of using an old paper bag as a book cover? How about trying to decorate your locker, but the tape would inevitably lose its tackiness and the magazine clippings and posters would fall and make graceful swoops down the hallway as soon as the locker door was opened? … [Read more...]
Build a Beautiful DIY Jewelry Organizer (for less than $20!)
July 21, 2014 8 Comments
I've been slowly but surely building up my stock of statement jewelry pieces lately. Although I used to be a bit shy and uncomfortable wearing "look at me" jewelry, I really love it now and am enjoying collecting lots of fun pieces. However, my small jewelry box that held my pearls and a pair of diamond studs was in no way large enough to house all of my cute statement necklaces and earrings. … [Read more...]
Get Creative and Make Dimensional DIY Disney Necklaces!
July 18, 2014 7 Comments
So I may have mentioned that my family loves all things Disney. My mom and I made these super adorable DIY Disney necklaces for our last trip and I am still getting compliments on them. My youngest daughter is obsessed with jewelry and loves to wear these necklaces all around town. And not to toot my own horn, but who wouldn't? They're so super fun! Before our trip we knew that we wanted to … [Read more...]
Because You Are All So Awesome…Target Gift Card Giveaway
July 17, 2014 2 Comments
You know I love you all, right? I mean, like kind of a creepy you make me happy when you read and comment and like and pin and all that jazz. So I'd like to reciprocate a bit. And what makes us all more happy than Target? How about a gift card for $70? Okay, and some kid free, Starbucks sipping, aisle browsing time might be best, but I can't help you with all of that. I'm teaming up … [Read more...]
Haven 2014 Recap
July 16, 2014 7 Comments
Hey guys, I am so excited to tell you all about my amazing three days at the Haven Conference in Atlanta! (Hanging with some outrageously talented ladies. Melissa from The Happier Homemaker, Jamie from So Much Better With Age and Jenna from Rain on a Tin Roof. And yes, those are coral chevron couches. I may have squealed a bit the first time that I saw them!) Haven is a conference … [Read more...]
I’m Headed to Haven!
July 10, 2014 1 Comment
Hey friends, I just wanted to let you all know that I will be out of town for the next couple of days. I am headed to the Haven Conference in Atlanta! I've been at this whole blogging thing for about 8 months now and this will be my first experience at a blogger's conference. I could not be more excited, and also a bit nervous. I will not have a post on Friday, but stay tuned because I've got … [Read more...]
No Machine Needed Mint Oreo Ice Cream
July 9, 2014 6 Comments
Some days just require dessert, plain and simple. Whether it was a rough day at work, the kids did something to celebrate or just a sweet tooth craving, we've all been there. And desserts that come together quickly, easily and inexpensively somehow seem to make it all taste better. Funny how that happens, isn't it? Good news! I've got an incredible dessert that will fit into all of those … [Read more...]
How to Make a DIY Holder for a Wine Bottle and Glasses
July 7, 2014 51 Comments
DIY Wine Bottle and Glasses Holder You guys aren't starting to think that I'm a lush are you? I mean after the Orange Crush post, the Moscato Strawberry Lemonade and the discussion about leftover bottles to decorate with in the Wine Bottle Bird Feeder post I could see how you might start to get suspicious. I'm definitely not...I promise! But I am lazy, and that's where this super fun DIY … [Read more...]
