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For everything in life that keeps you on your feet! I share simple DIY projects and crafts, home decor ideas and helpful tips as well as easy recipes for week-night meals.

Fall Acorn Craft

Hey Hey Happy Fall!!  I'm already craving a Pumpkin Spice Latte, are you?  Today I am getting in the fall mood by making a fall acorn craft that is simple and easy!  I will show you exactly how to make these fall acorns to display with your fall decor.  The cool part is that you probably have everything to make these already in your craft room! Let's jump right in with the supplies you will need to make this fall acorn craft. Plastic Easter Eggs Twine Hot Glue Paint How To ... View Post

DIY Jewelry Organizer 

Have you ever had a problem and created a solution in a matter of minutes?  Well, that’s what happened with this DIY jewelry organizer.  My jewelry was a mess and I didn’t have anywhere to store my favorite necklaces and earrings. One afternoon, I had a crazy idea to use an old picture frame, some paint stir sticks and a few hooks to create a DIY jewelry organizer and it solved my problem instantly. This isn’t fancy, but it looks pretty for displaying necklaces and dangly ... View Post

Halloween Wreath For Your Front Door

Hello and Welcome!  Are you starting to decorate for Halloween? Today I am sharing how to make a Halloween wreath for your front door using deco mesh and ribbon.  If you are looking for a full, colorful and not-so-spooky Halloween wreath for your front door, then you are in the right place. This wreath is easy to make and is complete customizable.  For this particular Halloween wreath, I used 4 colors of deco mesh and a few different Halloween themed ribbons.  You will also need a wire ... View Post

How To Make A Fall Sign Without A Silhouette

Can you feel the cooler air?  Are the leaves starting to change colors?  It is Fall, Y'all!  One of my favorite times to change out my decor is at the beginning of fall, and today I am going to show you how to make a fall sign without a fancy cutting machine. Grab all the supplies to make this fall sign HERE Let's face it- cutting machines (like a Silhouette or Cricut) are expensive.  Then you have to add on the cost of the vinyl, transfer tape, and oh ya- you have to be able to navigate a ... View Post

The Most Versatile Chalk Couture Transfer

Well hello!  Today I am sharing the most versatile Chalk Couture transfer ever made.  If you don't know about Chalk Couture or even what a transfer is, let me tell you: a transfer is just a fancy name for a reusable silk-screen stencil.  Chalk Couture makes tons of them- you can see them all HERE.  I absolutely love the designs Chalk Couture creates.  They release brand new designs in February and July and then supplement them with more amazing seasonal designs throughout the year.  The ... View Post

DIY Fall Throw Pillow

Are you ready for fall?  I'm getting there!  As much as I LOVE summer, tanned skin and the beach, I also love cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice and fall colors.  Today I am sharing this easy DIY fall throw pillow tutorial with you.  This throw pillow is easy to make and is a great addition to your front porch, sofa or favorite chair. I always enjoy swapping out my throw pillow covers seasonally, and with Chalk Couture, I can make that happen in a matter of minutes.  If you have not heard of Chalk ... View Post