How to make a super simple DIY blanket ladder! This is an excellent living room blanket storage idea! Don't you hate when you're crusin' through Pinterest looking for "easy dinner recipe" or "quick lunch ideas" and you see something that looks great so you click on it only to see an ingredient list a mile long and a seperate recipe for the dressing or toppings? When I want EASY, I want EASY! So believe me when I tell you this DIY blanket ladder is SUPER EASY! You only need 3 boards ... continue reading...
Flower Pounding on Fabric
Make gorgeous DIY flower prints for your home using the flower pounding on fabric technique! I'm always looking for fun new DIY projects to try! I can't describe myself with one skill like knitter or seamstress - while I like both those things, I really love to try new crafting ideas. Today's project uses a technique called flower pounding on fabric (or you can also use watercolor paper!) I tried this project with both watercolor paper and with fabric. I think the fabric worked a ... continue reading...
DIY Notebook Covers from Resin!
Learn how to make DIY notebook covers from resin! This project sponsored by The Resin Crafts Blog. Some people collect stamps or magnets - I collect office supplies! I've never been into journaling or keeping a diary but I make a ton of lists and love to write down things on paper so I always keep a bunch of little notebooks on hand. I've been working with resin a lot lately and when I found these awesome notebook molds, I knew I HAD to make my own DIY notebook covers out of resin! Of ... continue reading...
DIY Confetti Resin Tray
Make a super fun DIY Confetti Resin Tray! This colorful resin serving tray is a fun DIY project for your home. This project is sponsored by The Resin Crafts Blog. I'm a paper hoarder. I have a hard time getting rid of scrap paper and because I always think it will come in handy. This project is the PERFECT way to use up your scrap paper! When I did this project, I added the handles last and that was a BIG MISTAKE! So learn from me and add those handles first! It's much easier to drill ... continue reading...
Rainbow Flower DIY Stepping Stones
Learn how to make rainbow flower shaped DIY stepping stones! One of my favorite things about our home is how much COLOR we've managed to fill it with! With this project we bring some of that color to our backyard as well! After we painted our patio, I wanted to add some more color to the garden. I created this colorful walkway in one afternoon! The concrete sets up really fast so once you have your rocks painted, you simply pour the concrete and place your stones! I created a fun ... continue reading...
Moving Abroad: Using PODS Moving and Storage
We are moving abroad for 18 months and used PODS storage for our long term storage! This post is sponsored by PODS Houston. Back at the end of January, Eric packed up as many bags as he could take on the plane and officially moved to Macau SAR, China. The plan was for me and the dog to join him as soon as he got settled and we could arrange my visa and the pet shipping. We were super excited to move abroad but had a LOT to do to get ready. We did as much packing as we could before Eric ... continue reading...
Cricut Backpacks for The Blue Ribbon Project
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Cricut. All opinions are 100% mine. Crafting brings me a lot of joy. I love to use my Cricut to make t-shirts or custom labels for things in my home. I also love to make gifts for others with my machines. When Cricut invited me to participate in The Blue Ribbon Project I was excited to use my crafty skills to brighten someone's day! The Blue Ribbon Project has a program called Backpacks of Love. I learned that oftentimes when I child is ... continue reading...
DIY Luggage Sticker with Cricut Joy
This DIY luggage sticker project was sponsored by Cricut. Learn how to make your own DIY luggage stickers with the new Cricut Joy! Oh boy am I excited to share this post with you!! Last month I was invited to Cricut HQ to preview a BRAND NEW CRICUT MACHINE! Today I get to share with you the new CRICUT JOY! I'm so excited for my new DIY BFF! This compact machine is portable enough to take anywhere - perfect for my upcoming international move! But don't let the size fool you: this ... continue reading...
Resin Monogram Keychain
Create a resin monogram keychain using two layers of EasyCast Clear Casting Epoxy, paint, and a vinyl cutout. This project is sponsored by ETI. Resin has quickly become one of my favorite types of craft projects but my number one type of craft projects are my Cricut projects. I love creating with paper and vinyl and wondered if there was a way to bring the two types of projects together. For this project, I used my Cricut machine to cut my monogram out of vinyl and added it between two ... continue reading...
Cricut Infusible Ink Workout Tee and Tote
Get motivated this new year with a custom workout tee and tote created with Cricut Infusible Ink! This project is sponsored by JOANN. A new decade is here! Whether your goal is to get fit, try new things, or simply be successful in whatever it is you'd endeavor to do - I've got the project for you. I created 2 files in Cricut Design space that are perfect for a workout tee and tote bag using Cricut Infusible Ink. If you haven't tried Cricut Infusible Ink - this is the perfect ... continue reading...
DIY Memory Boxes
Create colorful DIY memory boxes for a creative way to store items by year. This project is sponsored by JOANN. I've always been a bit of the sentimental type. If you've ever sent me a birthday card, a thank you note, or wedding invitation - chances are I saved it! These usually end up piled up in a huge box that every few years I go though and usually can't remember exactly which birthday they are from. In order to get my sentimental items in order I created some colorful DIY memory ... continue reading...
We’re moving!
Yep, it's official! After more than 7 years in Houston, TX we are relocating! This time to MACAU, CHINA! If you've followed for a while, this location may sound familiar. I spent a few weeks there in late 2016 into 2017 (Click here to read about our previous trip to Macau) when Eric was over there for work. This time around we will be there just a little longer... Eric is booked to fly out at the end of January and he'll apply for my visa once he arrives - I should join him a few weeks later ... continue reading...