If you're like me, you've probably forgotten to get someone a gift. It can be hard to be thoughtful when you're scrambling at the last minute to put together a present so someone doesn't feel forgotten. I've come up with a solution that is one part unique gift, one part cleaning out your closet: The DIY T-Shirt Shadowbox! Last Minute Gift Ideas: DIY T-Shirt Shadowbox While going though some family photos for another blog post, I ran across a photo of my Mom and my brother. I instantly recognized the t-shirt mom was wearing. It was her super cute fuzzy ironed on letter "Is there life Keep Reading >>>
What To Get For The Hoarder Who Has Everything
My family has a tendency to over-do Christmas. My Mom especially liked to give everyone lots of presents. It’s how she showed her love and it’s how I tend to show mine. Since she passed a few years ago, Christmas has taken on even more meaning since it was so much her holiday. The days of lavish gift giving are behind us, at least until the next generation starts popping out, (then Nana Janet is going to be showering her grandkids with gifts from beyond the grave. Seriously. That was a deathbed promise my brother and I made my Mom). As I’ve mentioned before, my Dad is kind of a hoarder. My Keep Reading >>>
5 Things We Don’t Want For Christmas
I know I know – before you all throw me under a bus for being an ungrateful scrooge, hear me out. I am kind and thoughtful. I am appreciative. I have experienced both the haves and the have nots. We do practice gratitude and being thankful for what we have. While we don’t necessarily revel in the religion of the holiday, we do attempt our best at spreading cheer and kindness, and foster the spirit of giving. We do teach our children that it’s the thought that matters, and please, I beg of you, give your gifting a little thought. When it comes to getting and receiving gifts, you are Keep Reading >>>
Gift Idea: DIY Snowman Candle
We are getting ready to head into the holiday season, my favorite time of the year! I love how the season has an effect on people and the best in everyone seems to come out. I love the Cookie Exchange parties. I love the magic that comes with Christmas. I love all of the holiday movies. Actually, I love just about everything there is about it...except, maybe the cold. Know what's great for keeping the cold away? Candles! And this DIY Snowman Candle is sure to light up your home and keep that holiday spirit alive in everyone who sees it. Happy Crafting! What You Need To Make A DIY Snowman Keep Reading >>>
