This is one of the simplest and most affordable DIYs I have done in awhile. It is simple enough that everyone can help, kids included! Supplies Brown or White Paper Bags (We found our white ones from Gordons Foods) Glue sticks or Hot glue (we used Hot glue) Scissors (make sure they are super sharp. Mine were a little dull. Hole punch (or just use the end of your scissors) String or ribbon for hanging First you want to unstick all your paper bags. For some reason they are ...
DIY Star Garland
My daughter recently celebrated her 16th Birthday and although she insisted she didn't want any "decorations" I decided to make some Star garland to hang around the house not only for her Birthday but also doubling for Christmas décor. It is probably the easiest DIY to date and adds a little extra sparkle around the house. You will need Star punch (here) Glitter Paper (here) Hot Glue (or glue dots) String (here) First I punched out all my stars and laid them out sparkle down ...
Peanut Butter Butterscotch Cookies
These cookies have been a fan fav for the last several months and I knew I just had to share this recipe with you. We made them a little extra Christmas by sprinkling some extra chocolate on top. Peanut Butter Butterscotch Cookies 2 sticks Softened butter 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup Peanut Butter 2 eggs 2 tsp vanilla 1 tsp salt 2 tsp baking soda 2 cups flour 1 bag chocolate chips 1 bag butterscotch chips Mix together butter, Peanut butter, ...
Winter Book Favorites
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DIY Paper Gingerbread Houses
I am always trying to think of creative ways to get my kids involved in seasonal decor. Craft time is such a great way spend time together and also make them feel like they have helped in whatever space we are "making". For Winter we decided to sew these Paper Gingerbread houses. I know it sounds strange to "sew" paper but it worked and turned out great. I wanted them to hold a form because I was placing them in the kids room on their peg ledge so When I sewed them I also added some pillow ...
New Living Room Rug
So, I did a thing- I changed out our living room Rug to my dream rug! I am so happy with it and I love all the cozy texture it adds to our Living Room. It is a tad thinner than I anticipated it being (we added a rug pad) but still oh so beautiful. I love adding rugs to our home to change up and pull together the look of a room. Textured rugs are one of my favs because of the extra cozy softness they give to a space. So, here she is in all her glory hah. Living Room Rug ...
