Mother’s Day is a week away and it’s time to think about that special lady in your life. Whether it may be your own mom, grandmother, aunt, a friend, or someone who has played the role of “mom” in your life, it’s important that you reach out and let her know how special she is to you and the impact she has had on your life!! I know…buying gifts for multiple people can become expensive. Flowers, manis/pedis, brunch, perfume…..none of {Read More}
Storybook Themed Baby Shower
April 16, 2015 by
Last weekend, I co-hosted a baby shower for my sister-in-law! My twin brother and his wife are due about 6 weeks before our little love is expected to arrive. Our family is so excited for the two new bundles of joy that will soon join the world. To help the mom and dad-to be celebrate this exciting time in their life, we threw them a storybook themed shower……because who doesn’t need new books to help build the baby’s library?! First {Read More}
St. Patrick’s Day Printables
March 3, 2015 by
Being that I’m Irish, I love all things related to St. Patrick’s Day….green beer (yes, that is what came to mind first), festive shamrock crafts, clever shirts….and anything that brings luck my way. It’s such a fun-spirited holiday and I certainly loved celebrating it as a kid. My mom would always make sure the milk in the fridge had “turned green”….with the magic of food coloring (unbeknownst to me, of course) and I was always excited to pour it into {Read More}
DIY Shape Magnets for Early Learning
February 25, 2015 by
They say that kids are sponges….soaking up everything around them. My son is 20 months old and it’s incredible all of the new things he learns on a daily basis. Something I will always strive to do in our home is make learning fun for him….rather than it being an arduous task or forced endeavor. Recently, puzzles have been his new inquisition. Simple shapes, the ABC’s, animals….he’s attempting to figure out what each one is and how the pieces fit. {Read More}
Silhouette Tutorial: DIY “LOVE” Themed Wood Art
February 6, 2015 by
While I love celebrating Valentine’s Day, it is a holiday that I don’t spend a lot of decorating for…..primarily because I don’t have the funds to spend (especially after all of the money I put toward Christmas). BUT, because my house really feels bare after Christmas, it is a must to have a little something that represents Valentine’s Day. Since I recently got a Silhouette Cameo machine, I decided I would make something! The best part of DIY {Read More}
Valentine Treat Ideas!
January 22, 2015 by
Valentine’s Day is less than a month away and it’s time to start preparing those special gifts! I just recently got a Silhouette Cameo over the holidays and it’s been calling my name. So, I figured I’d create something festive for V-day. Both children and adults can use these freebies! Whether it’s for a friend, classmate, teacher, significant other, your child, a roommate, neighbor, or family member, you’re sure to make someone feel loved! Download and use them to let {Read More}
