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Easy Homemade Giant Bubble Wand

Posted on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 Leave a reply

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Go outside and make a cheap bubble wand for your kids. You probably already have everything you need for this. They will love it.

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Easy Vinegar Stained Crate

Posted on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 Leave a reply

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I added a bit of an “aged” finish to a plain wood crate with this easy homemade vinegar stain.

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Agate & Brass Necklace

Posted on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 Leave a reply

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I spotted some pretty, chunky pink agate stone beads in Joann Crafts over the weekend and HAD to figure out what I could use them for. Paired with thick brass chain, I put together a simple but bold necklace that I’m hoping will work for summer and beyond.

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Back Yard Discoveries

Posted on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 Leave a reply

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It’s been hot and rainy here this week, and the last month or so before my son starts school will be largely devoted to keeping him busy and happy. This morning we went out to the yard to check on the status of our garden, admire our lovely blue hydrangeas and found a surprise or two.

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Kid’s Busy Book

Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 Leave a reply

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Do you need to keep your young child busy on a trip or car ride this summer? If you have a phone or iPad, of course there are lots of apps that are fun for kids to play, but give the computer games a rest now and then, and keep the kiddos busy with a simple notebook of printable activities tailored to their interests and skill level.

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Coloring Pages: Bugs

Posted on Friday, June 14, 2013 Leave a reply

For the kids: silly bugs to color. To download this 2 page PDF, click the image or go HERE:

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Retro Camp Art

Posted on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 2 Replies

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Here’s a quick little project I did for fun using some neat retro images, a little mod-podge and some small blank canvases.

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Organizing the Pantry

Posted on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 Leave a reply

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Sorry no projects recently, we have been spending lots of time outdoors enjoying spring, and I have also been doing some much needed organizing projects inside. Recently, I spent a little time tidying our pantry and found the solution to some of my problems in a simple roll of shelf liner.

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