check it out

*silhouette pillow
*firetruck pillow
*make your own puzzle blocks
*heritage tributes
*redesigned luggage
*how to make tissue pom poms
*pretty plastic bag organizer
*gathered skirt with knit waistband
*covered thumbtack tutorial
*shirt to dress refashion
*recycled baby food jars
*diaper burp cloth tutorial
*just married banner template

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*breakfast bib tutorial
*rainbow cake
*back to school organization
*another diy play kitchen
*how to make a ruffled pillow
*seashell shadowboxes
*diy wipeoff board
*headboard makeover
*upcycling kids clothes
*how to put the voom back into your vacuum
*baby blanket tutorial
*table redo
*men's shirt to toddler dress
*reusable gift bags

*tips for using chalkboard paint
*picnic tote
*tips for opening up your space
*beautiful wall mirrors
*build your own picnic table
*little pots of moss
*DIY: craft organizers
*window message board
*faux mudroom
*how she furnished her house without spending a ton
*paint can planters
*repurpose old sweaters into chairs
*beach cottage tablescape
*shabby chic desk

i feel like a jerk

oh my gosh, so i was looking through some posts that i like, that i save and happen to come across this one. boy do i feel like a jerk. here i thought i was being so creative and thought i would share that creativity with you and then i find that v and co had done the exact same thing!

in all honestly i really had thought of the bandanna skirt being inspired from this. i guess maybe v and co's post was always in the back of my head. anyway just wanted to clear some things up. i never would want to take credit for someone else's ideas.

(and to think i could of just referred to her post to make it, geez i feel like a jerk)

(on another note v and co is an excellent seamstress so that makes me feel a little better about myself)

p.s. isn't ironic that we both have making house a home on our banner?i promise i didn't copy that. we must just think a like.

check it out

* the finished quiet book by jill
*front entry by funky junky interiors
*drawer hangers
*butterfly patch shirt
*recycling vintage children's books
*making your own homemade cleaners
*beautiful studio!
*grocery bag holder
*binder cover tutorial
*jewelry frame tutorial
*diy craft desk
*chalkboard fridge
*hallway of family
*felt food

4th of July Inspiration

i'm thinking it would be really cute to serve silverware in something like this.

patriotic pinwheels for the little ones or just for decoration


joys of home shared a great idea for patriotic decor




happy 4th garland from country living


i love absolutely everything about this picture from the old red truck, the giant flag hanging from the old barnwood, the picnic table with the red ticking and crochet trim tablecloth, the sunflowers i could go on and on! i love it!

{ can't remember where i got this picture from, i'm thinking maybe bhg }

how simple and cute, pound cake cut out in the shape of a star with red and blueberries to top!
yum!

{ source }

patriotic pizza, i'm thinking would look really cute in the rectangle shape like the cake below

we are going to hit the children's 4th of july parade on the 3rd and then go to our town's parade on the 4th followed by bbq, homemade ice cream, lots of strawberry lemonade, swimming and relaxing while watching the fireworks from our backyard. what are your plans and traditions for the 4th of july?

bandanna skirt tutorial

this is my first tutorial and i am NOT a seamstress.

this skirt fits my 2 year old who wears a 2T.

first fold the bandanna in half, making sure the 100% cotton label is on the left hand side (it will be cut off)
cut edges off in a diagonal cut ( i used the pattern on the bandanna as a guide)
put right sides facing together and sew along the diagonal cut.

press your seams open, then fold and press the top of the skirt down about a 1/4"

fold and press again enough to fit your elastic. (i used 1/2" elastic, so i folded it down just short of an inch)

sew close to the edge of your fold, allowing a casing for your elastic. make sure you remember to leave a hole open to thread your elastic through. measure your elastic, cut, and thread through. when you reach the end sew your elastic together and sew close your opening that you left. i also like to sew the elastic along the side seams so that is doesn't twist. (does that make any sense?) and there you have a quick and cheap bandanna skirt perfect for a 4th of july celebration!

i decided to add a little eyelet trim. i recommend using a thread the color of your bandanna, it would be a little more forgiving. i also recommend sewing your trim on, on the top of the skirt rather than on the inside like i have done, i think it would have turned out more straight if i would have done so, yikes don't look too close!

*edit please refer to this post*

check it out

*magnetic abc's tutorial
*sewing room before and after
*food storage getting started
*revamped magazine files
*8 ways to find motivation at home
*footboard turned message board
*painting brick exterior
*wipes case tutorial
*interchangable headband tutorial
*salvaged window into wallpaper frames
*outdoor tablecloth
*birthday calendar
*veggie gardening 101
*quiet book pages

menu plan 6/25-7/1

Thursday: out to dinner for our anniversary!

Friday: chicken alfredo
*spinach salad
*rolls
*pineapple

Saturday: hamburgers
*onion rings
*broccoli salad
*cantaloupe

Sunday: roast
*carrots
*mashed potatoes

Monday: southwestern eggs rolls (using leftover roast)
*mexican rice
*refried beans

Tuesday: sweet and sour meatballs
*rice
*fresh or frozen veggie

Wednesday: leftovers or freezer meal (lasagna)

check it out

*edible teddy bear
*smart snacking
*framed bird's nest
*tips for at home decorating
*paper covered wall
*10 ways to save money while losing weight
*recommended craft tools part II
*sticks in jars (an idea for keeping track of chores for kids)
*photo wall
*spray painting metal trays
*cute baby shower invites
*fun activities for a pre reader
*fast foods to keep in the car
*outdoor entertainment storage shelves


if you would like to see photos along with these links you can see them at my tumblr. you are probably wondering why i do the links on my blog as well, all i can say is its the OCD in me, i like to have a lot of back ups, just in case :)

Happy Daddy's Day!

a sneak peek

okay so i know that i have been totally slacking on my kitchen makeover, but i'm telling you these cabinets are kicking my butt! it is taking a very long time to get them painted, so here is a little sneak peek of some that i have gotten done. i can't wait to show you more!

thrifty finds

i found mostly clothes this week, but i found some great old navy jeans for myself that have barely been used. luckily i knew the people having the yard sale, so they let me use the bathroom to try them on or else i might not have taken the gamble.

pillow cases- .50 each
sheets- $1-$2 each

light blue pants - $1

gap shirt- $2

old navy jeans- $5

dresses- $2

skirt- $1


clothes- .50 - 1.50 each

pajamas- $1 each





go see what everyone else has found this week!

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Menu Plan 6/17- 6/24

Thursday:
teriyaki pulled pork sandwiches
*asian salad
*pineapple

Friday:
grilled steak
*baked potato
*spinach salad with strawberries
dessert: pound cake with fresh strawberries

Saturday:
steak fajitas
*mexican rice
*refried beans
treat: garlic popcorn

Sunday:
roast
*carrots
*mashed potatoes

Monday:
lasagna (freezer meal)
*green salad
*garlic bread
treat: coconut banana bread with lime glaze

Tuesday:
philly cheesteak sandwiches ( using leftover roast for the meat)
*potato salad
* fresh or canned fruit

Wednesday:
leftovers

a mind of its own

my previous post was supposed to have a lot more spacing, but i guess my blog has a mind of its own, i can't get it to change no matter what. does anybody know what causes this?