Thursday, March 30, 2017

What I am Wearing - Styling Off the Shoulder

If you are keeping up with the latest fashion trends, you will know that off-the-shoulder tops are all over the place for Spring. Wearing an off-the-shoulder top does not have to be intimidating if you keep the rest of your outfit modest.

Wearing an off-the-shoulder top does not have to be intimidating if you keep the rest of your outfit modest.

Monday, March 27, 2017

Bible Journaling - How to Use Gelatos

I have been Bible Journaling for a little over a year and have recently started getting creative with different materials. I got to play with Gelatos at the workshop I hosted recently and had to buy some for myself. Gelatos allow you to create vibrant pages without the messiness of paint.

Gelatos allow you to create vibrant pages without the messiness of paint.

Saturday, March 25, 2017

DIY Garden Flag Using a Place Mat

Do you like to decorate with garden flags for every season? It can get expensive buying different flags for each season and holiday, but I have an affordable solution. Make your own garden flag for less than $5 using a place mat from the Dollar Tree! I got the idea from seeing THIS FLAG that Pretty Handy Girl created.


After creating the basic flag from a place mat, you can customize it with iron on designs, glued on embellishments, or a vinyl monogram.

Thursday, March 23, 2017

Iron On Mermaid Shirt - A Cricut Make It Now Project

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I confess that I have an obsession with mermaids. I even had the "mermaid" hair last summer! When I ran across the Mermaid Pillow in the "Make It Now" projects in the Cricut design space, I had to check it out. Since a mermaid pillow does not really fit in with my home decor and I live in a house of boys, I decided to put the design on a shirt instead.

Create your own HTV mermaid shirt with the Cricut Explore using a Make It Now project in the Cricut design space!

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

DIY Mesh Spring Wreath

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Hi everyone! Welcome back to the second month of 12 Months of Wreaths! I am excited to be joining my friend Carrie at Curly Crafty Mom as a co-host this month! I am sharing my first attempt at a wreath that was not a Pinterest fail! I got all of my supplies at the Dollar Tree and spent a total of $8 on this pretty deco mesh wreath. I have been wanting to make one of these for a long time, after seeing them all over Pinterest and in stores, but was intimidated. After watching several Youtube videos, like this one, I decided to try it myself.

Make a pretty Deco Mesh Spring Wreath for just $8!

Monday, March 20, 2017

DIY Monogrammed Canvas Wall Art

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I have a confession...I struggle with hanging pictures on my walls. I pin all these beautiful gallery walls and DIY art on Pinterest, but I never do anything about it. That changes this month!

Make an easy monogrammed canvas wall art using your Cricut Explore.

Thursday, March 16, 2017

What I am Wearing - 5 Ways To Style a Scarf for Spring

Scarves are a great way to add some interest to an outfit...and keep warm on cool mornings as the weather starts to warm up. Last winter, I showed you how I style a blanket scarf and even did a little tutorial.

Scarves are a great way to add some interest to an outfit

Today I am going to show you some of my looks from Instagram, styling other types of scarves. Lightweight scarves are the perfect accessory to transition your wardrobe from Winter to Spring.

Monday, March 13, 2017

Easter Basket Ideas for a Teenager

I am partnering with DaySpring to bring you Easter Basket ideas for teenagers; 
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Easter is quickly approaching and you may be looking for the perfect items to fill that Easter Basket. It is pretty easy when you have young children, but what about teenagers or college-aged kids? The Easter season is a special time for us as we practice Lent and participate in the activities leading up to Resurrection Sunday. Wouldn't it be special to give your teenager an inspirational gift during this season?
 
Easter baskets are not just for young children, I have selected some of my favorites to assemble an Easter basket for a teenager or college aged child.

DaySpring has a great selection of inspirational gifts for all ages. I have selected some of my favorites to assemble an Easter basket for a teenager or college aged child.

Saturday, March 11, 2017

Easter Decor and a Wooden Tool Box Centerpiece

When the Jonquils and Crocuses start blooming, it means it is time to put away the winter decor and break out the pastel colors, birds, and bunnies for Easter! I decided to incorporate my wooden toolbox into my decor after seeing this post on Instagram from Salvasgesista.

Use Dollar store finds and items from around the house to create a wooden toolbox centerpiece for your Easter decor.

Decorating does not have to be expensive. I am going to show you how to use Dollar Store finds and items from around the house to create a wooden toolbox centerpiece for your Easter decor.

Thursday, March 9, 2017

5 Fall/Winter Wardrobe Essentials to Buy Now

Even though winter is not quite over yet, retail stores are already putting our their Spring lines and even swimwear! Now is the time to hit the clearance racks for fall and winter essentials that you can wear now and into Spring, during unpredictable weather.

These are the 5 must have wardrobe essentials that every woman needs in her closet.

Monday, March 6, 2017

Bible Journaling - Diving Deeper in Your Faith

I am partnering with DaySpring to share how you can use devotional kits to dive deeper in your faith. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience.

I have fallen in love with Bible Journaling and try to spend a few days a week in my Bible this way. But, I have to admit, I fall into a rut at times. I feel like my journaling is not as pretty as other peoples I see on social media or I do not feel inspired by a particular verse. This is when I need to take a step back and remind myself WHY I journal. I journal to spend time in God's Word and get a deeper understanding of specific verses.

Sometimes you just need the proper tools to inspire you to spend time in the Word, like the Craving Connection Devotional Kit!

Sometimes you just need the proper tools to inspire you. I may download free devotionals from the Illustrated Faith website to kickstart my creative juices or use a Bible Journaling kit like Illustrated Faith's Craving Connection Devotional kit from Dayspring.

Saturday, March 4, 2017

Upcycled Metal Cabinets

Do you have shelves or cabinets that are an eyesore, but need the practical storage they provide? Do not get rid of them just yet. With a little elbow grease and some paint, you can make them good as new!

Do you have shelves or cabinets that are an eyesore? Make them look new again with some elbow grease and paint!

Thursday, March 2, 2017

Pamper Yourself With Imperial Glamour Beauty Box

The great thing about subscription boxes is that it allows you to try new products before you buy them. When I was approached by Imperial Glamour to try their boxes, I was happy to, in exchange for my honest thoughts. The boxes are filled with high quality, natural, organic, and vegan products made in the US or Canada. I like the fact that she supports local, small businesses that are primarily owned by women.


The thing that I like about the IG Beauty box is that each month is a different theme. January contained only hair products and February contained lip products. There are two box options: the Deluxe for $25 and the Mini for $16.