I've mentioned before that living in this small town is the equivalent of shopping pergatory! There's no where to shop but walmart and online! Being a curvy girl my options are even more limited... so when I see something I like, I put on my DIY hat and make it happen! Such is the case with this DIY … [Read more...]
DIY Sweater Mittens
Hi, I am Valerie. I am a Mom to 5 kids ages 19, 15, 5, 3, and 1 with a grandbaby due in June. We live in west Michigan and help run a family hobby farm. We do our best to raise our food and repurpose what we can to keep a small footprint. We try to live as frugal as possible so that I am able stay … [Read more...]
Easy Mini Instagram Magnets
I am OBSESSED with instagram. Seriously. I LOVE sharing bits of my life with my IG peeps and checking in on some of my favorite bloggers and friends. I think I love it so much because it houses a collection of memories and moments in my life that I wanted to share and never forget. I'm one of those … [Read more...]
DIY Natural Wooden Teethers
These days it seems like all of my friends are getting pregnant or having babies by the dozen! Ok, maybe not ALL of my friends, but a bunch of them! I LOVE giving handmade gifts to these precious bundles of joy. Usually I make some sort of baby blanket... but I get tired of making the same thing all … [Read more...]
Geo Style Heart Hoop Art
I love crafting and creating up projects, but one of my all-time favorite things to create is fun, colorful and unique pieces of art for your walls, aka Hoop Art! With it being February and all, I decided some sort of Heart Hoop Art was necessary... so I started brainstorming ideas! And so this Geo … [Read more...]
Valentines Advent Calendar
Is there anything more fun than an advent calendar? I know I LOVE my Christmas one each year, so for February, I thought it would be fun to share a Valentines Advent Calendar! Materials Needed: A large piece of cardboard (at least 11 x14) Chalkboard spray paint A mask Mini safety … [Read more...]
DIY Advent Calender
There are no "littles" in this house (unless you count the fur-baby), but that doesn't mean that I don't like to keep up with the traditions of my childhood! Growing up we always got those chocolate advent calendars, you know the ones with the little numbered windows and Christmas themed chocolates? … [Read more...]
Chai Recipes and DIY Projects to Try!
You might have noticed I've been a little Chai obsessed lately! I mean, I shared a DIY Chai Latte Mix recipe AND a Chai Sugar Lip Scrub in the same week! There is just so much to love about the sweet, warm and spicy blend of chai spices! I'm planning some more chai recipes and DIY projects in the … [Read more...]
99 Crafts and Projects to Bring Fall into your Home!
There is something about the changing of the seasons that makes me wanna get all kinds of crafty and homey. All I want to do all day is quilt and sew and paint and make are and bake yummy things. What is it about Fall that makes me all "suzy homemaker"??? The biggest problem I have is narrowing down … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Spice Face Wash
Mmmmmm Pumpkin Spice. I want to pumpkin spice ALL THE THINGS! And I think I will starting with my face wash. Yes. Thats right, my Face Wash!! This pumpkin spice face wash is great for fall and winter months and would even make the perfect homemade gift! These ingredients don’t just smell amazing; … [Read more...]
101 Handmade Days: DIY Book Page Flowers
I'm addicted to making these pretty DIY book page flowers! With a little paint, they are perfect for any season! And you can use them in so many projects. In this house, nothing goes to waste! Not even old, falling apart books! With fall practically upon us and all things fall-colors … [Read more...]
101 Handmade Days: DIY Etched Personalized Baking Dish
You know whats fun? Making practical gifts for friends and family members that will actually be used! Earlier this year, one of my besties moved into their dream home. I missed the actual house warming party, but I still wanted to make them something special! So I decided to make them a personalized … [Read more...]
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