How to Get Creative at MIXXER Makerspace

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Have you ever had a project in mind, but did not have all of the tools needed to bring it to life? Let me tell you about a super cool place I recently discovered, which is a maker's dream! MIXXER Community Makerspace is a DIY community space where you have access to the tools you need to create projects in electronics, sewing, woodworking, metalworking, and more! Mixxer’s mission is to provide access to Tech, Tools, and Community, as well as training.

Prior to this opportunity, I had never heard of Mixxer, but as a DIYer, I was definitely exited to learn more! I visited the Mixxer location in the the Industry Hill Neighborhood in downtown Winston-Salem, NC (my hometown.) Alan, the Executive Director, was gracious enough to give me and my husband a personal tour, answered all of our questions, and helped me with each step of my project. Currently, Mixxer is only open to members for safety reasons and they are taking precautions to keep everyone healthy, such as mandatory masks and temperature checks at the door. There are a variety of memberships available including individual, student, and family options.  Mixxer does currently offer limited in-person workshops, along with offering some virtual classes. While Mixxer is only open to members, anyone can join!

Butterfly Box Review - Christian Gift Idea

I am partnering with FrontGate Media to share a wonderful faith-based subscription box from Butterfly Box. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I am always on the lookout for unique gift ideas for my friends, especially ones that have meaning. I was excited to get to review this subscription box geared toward Christian women. 

I think this description of Butterfly Box is perfect: "Life is busy, and it can be hard to find the time each day to connect with Christ. Butterfly Box is here to help! We thoughtfully curate a themed box each month to help reclaim those quiet moments with God, build your intimacy with Christ, and live out your faith in the world around you!" 

Tips on Using the Spiritual Seeds Planner

I am partnering with FrontGate Media to show you how to get organized and grow your faith with the new Spiritual Seeds Planner. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I am a planner nerd, and though my 2020 planner has not been getting much use, thanks to COVID-19, I am still looking forward to starting fresh in 2021. I am always on the hunt for the perfect planner and love trying out various brands and styles. I was excited to get a chance to review the new Spiritual Seeds Planner which combines planning your daily life with spiritual growth!

Keep reading to get an in depth look at this new type of planner and ENTER TO WIN your own at the end of this post! Who is with me in wanting to plan for your lives to be fruitful, rather than just busy?

Three Easy Projects to Make with Cricut Joy

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Cricut. All opinions are 100% mine.

This post contains affiliate links for your convenience, which means I receive a small financial compensation if you make a purchase using this link. You can read more about affiliate links here.

Have you heard the joy-ous news about Cricut's new mini machine? Meet the newest member of my Cricut family...the Cricut Joy! This little machine is the perfect addition to my family of Cricut machines and allows me to quickly personalize anything in 15 minutes or less. Another bonus is that it is compact and portable! Since it is only about one third the size of the Maker or Explore series, you can easily move it from room to room or take it on the go...no craft room or cutting mat required!

Wanna learn more? Keep reading!

5 Reasons I Love My Cricut Maker

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.

I have had my Cricut Maker for about a year now and have used it for a variety of projects. If you are considering upgrading from the Explore series or buying a Maker, this post is a must read! Even though there are a thousand reasons I love my Cricut Maker, I am sharing my top five with you today!

If you missed my post introducing you to the Maker, you can check it out HERE

Features of the Cricut Maker

• Cuts 300+ materials, from the most delicate fabric and paper to matboard and leather
• Compatible with Knife Blade for thicker materials up to 2.4 mm (sold separately)
• Compatible with QuickSwap™ tools to quickly switch between scoring, engraving, debossing, and other decorative effects (sold separately)
• Bluetooth® wireless technology
• Fast Mode for up to 2X faster cutting and writing

Holly Lane Jewelry Review

I am partnering with Holly Lane Jewelry to bring you an unique gift idea. All opinions are my own.

One of the perks of blogging is being introduced to new brands. I only partner with brands that I am passionate about and enjoy being able to share them with others. I recently was introduced to Holly Lane Jewelry through one of the Christian networks I work with and I am always excited to share faith-based shops.

Holly Lane's line of sterling silver Christian jewelry is intentionally designed to create opportunities to share Christ with others, and to be worn as a personal reflection of faith. These unique designs are based on verses from the Bible and are meant to catch the attention of others and spark conversation. Each piece is designed by jewelry artist Tiffany Scott and handmade in Virginia.

Faux Shirt Pocket With Cricut EasyPress Mini

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.

Cricut is really killing it this year with new products...Infusible Ink, new QuickSwap Maker tools, and the EasyPress Mini! It is the newest addition to the EasyPress family and is the cutest tool I have ever seen! Today, I am putting it to work and showing you how to add a faux pocket to a plain t-shirt.

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How to Use the Cricut Maker’s QuickSwap Toolset

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Just when you thought the Cricut Maker could not get even more awesome, Cricut releases four new tips! When Cricut launched Maker 2 years ago, it made a promise to come out with more tools and materials, so that Maker could grow with creators as they master new crafts.  These tools can be used only with the Maker, because it was specially designed with an Adaptive Tool System. This system brings together three major technologies that give Maker professional class cutting versatility and performance.

Cricut recently introduced more tools as part of the Adaptive Toolset and they are part of the QuickSwap line, which allows makers to quickly change out the tools during a project. These new tools allow creators to utilize even more techniques, such as engraving and debossing, and materials such as metal, with Maker, further expanding Maker’s capabilities.

Tips on Getting Your Pool Ready For Summer

I am partnering with HTH® Pool Supplies to share my tips on how to get your pool ready for Summer, but all opinions are my own.

School is out, which means it is officially summer and time for long days by the pool. We always kick off Memorial Day weekend with a pool party and cook out for family and friends. This means I spend the week before cleaning the deck and area around the pool, getting it ready to open. HTH® Pool Supplies make it easy to get your water ready for swimmers and you can pick it up during your next trip to Walmart!

We have been opening our pool for about 10 years now and each time it gets a little easier. We are always looking for ways to get it open a little quicker so we can enjoy it. We start by using a small pump hooked to a hose to drain the rain water off the pool cover. Next, we use a net to remove the leaves and debris that has fallen over the winter. Once the pool cover is mostly clear, we remove the water tubes from around the edges and remove the cover.

3 Ideas For a Girls Craft Party

I received product from Deflecto in exchange for hosting a Tryazon Party, but all opinions are my own.

It is no secret that I love crafting and craft organization, so when I had an opportunity to review a new line of craft organization products AND get crafty with a few of my girlfriends, I jumped at the chance. If you have not heard of Tryazon, it is a website dedicated to getting innovative products into people’s hands, in fun settings like this. They offer excellent product samples and savings for all who participate.

First let me tell you about the organizers. Deflecto creates storage products that help people stay organized at home, work, or on-the-go. Deflecto’s products have clear sides, allowing you to be able to see what is stored inside. They all work together to make the ultimate craft room! 

Tips on Installing Peel and Stick Glass Tile

Aspect Tile provided the back splash tile kit for this project, but all opinions are my own.

We recently updated our kitchen for the One Room Challenge. One of the things we did was replace the outdated tile back splash with Aspect Peel & Stick glass tiles. These tiles are available in metal, stone, glass, and wood and will fit in with any style of room.

This was my first experience with tiling, so I did not want to deal with grout. This product was easy to install; I did it in a few hours over a weekend.

Tips for Getting Your Guest Bedroom Ready for Visitors

This is a sponsored post written by me in collaboration with HomeRight. All opinions are mine alone.

Our guest bedroom does not get used a lot, but since I have family that lives out of town, we tend to have some overnight guests around the holidays. Since the bedroom stays closed up most of the year, this is the perfect time to air it out and spruce it up a bit for holiday house guests. 

Today, I am sharing my secret weapon for sanitizing the entire bed...pillows, comfortor, and mattress, since you cannot easily wash these things. I am also sharing a few tips on how to make your guest bedroom feel like home.

Dryel Saves Your Clothes from Shrinking and Fading

This is a sponsored post written by me in collaboration with Dryel. All opinions are mine alone.

My Fall/Winter wardrobe consists of chunky sweaters and dark skinny jeans. I don't have to worry about my sweaters stretching or my dark denim fading or shrinking with Dryel.

I try to get a few wears out of my sweaters and jeans before cleaning them, so I can prolong the life of the piece. Plus, there is nothing worse than tight, fresh-out-of-the-dryer jeans. I prefer mine broken in, don't you? With Dryel, you do not have to worry about this. You can freshen up your jeans and sweaters in about 15 minutes!

Scripture Study Tips with the (in)courage Devotional Bible

I am partnering with Frontgate Blogger Network to bring you the beautiful CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible. All opinions are my own.

It has been a while since I have posted about Bible Journaling, but I am back today to show you the beautiful CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible I received, that is made especially for women! The Bible highlights 50 women in the Bible and how God worked though their lives. It also includes lined journaling space for notes and personal reflection.

If you have never heard of (in)courage, it is an online community for women offering support and resources for meaningful connection. For me personally, I struggle with knowing where to start and what to study, so resources like this website are a great help for me in planning my devotional time.

Felt Flowers with the Cricut Maker and FAQ's

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.

I have only had my Cricut Maker a couple of months, but I have already put it to good use making several projects. One of the projects was making felt flowers, which I used on a Fall wreath. This was my first time using felt (can you believe it?!) and it was so easy with the Cricut Maker. I am going to share the tutorial with you and answer some frequently asked questions about the Maker.

Yoga Themed T-Shirt Designs With Cricut

This is a sponsored post written by me in collaboration with Cricut. All opinions are mine alone. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience, which means I receive a small financial compensation if you make a purchase using this link. 
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You all know that I love yoga and actually teach Body Flow, which is a yoga fusion class. When Cricut challenged their bloggers to come up with t-shirt collections, I knew I had to make a yoga themed one! I created all three of these shirts over the last few months and am excited to finally share them with you here and show you how you can make your own yoga shirt collection if you have Cricut Design Space.

All three designs can be used on t-shirts or tank tops and can be sized to fit any shirt. I think the quotes are also fun to wear, even if you don't practice yoga.

Whole House Cleaning with HomeRight SteamMachine

This is a sponsored post written by me in collaboration with HomeRight. 

All opinions are mine alone. 

Once school starts back, it is not long until we enter into the busy holiday season. Now is the perfect time to get organized and start doing some deep house cleaning in preparation for Thanksgiving and Christmas guests. My HomeRight SteamMachine is the perfect tool for cleaning almost every surface in every room in your house!

Here are some of the ways to deep clean your house using the various attachments:

Custom Baby Onesie With Smaller Cricut EasyPress 2

This is a sponsored post written by me in collaboration with Cricut. All opinions are mine alone. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience, which means I receive a small financial compensation if you make a purchase using this link. 
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I have been busy this summer making custom shirts and baby onesies, using my handy dandy EasyPress. So, imagine my excitement when I learned Cricut was coming out with THREE new sizes: 6x7, 9x9, and 12x10. I immediately knew I wanted to try the smaller 6x7 EasyPress 2, since it is the perfect size for baby onesies.

How to Save Money with Dryel

This is a sponsored post written by me in collaboration with Dryel. All opinions are mine alone.

My husband has several 100% silk shirts that he likes to wear during the summer. The downside is that they have to be dry cleaned, which can be expensive, but I have a secret money-saver for you today!

Dryel At-Home Dry Cleaner is an all-in-one system that allows you to spot treat stains, steam clean, and refresh your garments for a fraction of the price you would pay at a dry cleaner.

What To Expect With the Cricut Maker

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.

I thought the Cricut Maker was mainly for people who sew (not me), but it turns out it has so many features that an avid crafter can enjoy, such as being compatible with the new Knife Blade for thicker materials up to 2.4 mm (sold separately) and being able to cut hundreds of materials, from the most delicate fabric and paper to thicker chipboard and leather. It does everything that my Cricut Explore does, plus SO...MUCH...MORE!

This post contains affiliate links for your convenience, which means I receive a small financial compensation if you make a purchase using this link. You can read more about affiliate links here.