Reclaimed wood potting bench

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Hope all of you Mom’s enjoyed your Mother’s Day. It was such a beautiful day here in southeastern Massachusetts. We all enjoyed being outside most of the day. We started on the soccer field, followed by a nice mexican lunch with my Mom and Dad, then my husband Michael took the girls on the boat… read more »

DIY framed bathroom mirror

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I hope you all had a wonderful Easter. I have been pretty busy with my family and haven’t been doing much on my blog lately, but I will be posting pics from the weekend. But first, I’m excited to share another DIY project with you. As a matter of fact, I’m kinda thrilled with how it… read more »

DIY bed canopy with a little help from Ana White

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Ever since I was a little girl I dreamt of sleeping in a canopy bed like this. Source: google.com via Nikki on Pinterest As a matter of fact, one of my best friends who lived across the street from me had one very similar. Her sister did too, as they shared a bedroom. Every time… read more »

DIY {knock off} wall art

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When I saw this “every day i love you” wooden sign hanging in a local home design store, I totally fell in love. Then I looked at the price tag, and totally almost fell over! It was $199!! I know it’s precious, but $199 ?!?  Seemed a bit pricey to me. Of course I had to… read more »

Sea glass candy and a printable

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Recently, I received an email from my friend Joan, with a recipe for sea glass candy. Joan thought this recipe would be something my girls and I would like to make together. Joan just loves the beach and boating, and knows we do as well, so I was so happy she graciously forwarded not only… read more »

DIY doll { American Girl } inspired teepee

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My youngest, Myah will be turning 8 in under a week. 6 days to be exact. She’s been doing a countdown and reminds me each day how many more days. Yup, she’s been doing this since November 1st. Ahh, to be a kid again and actually get excited for a birthday !  My girls just… read more »

DIY ~ marbled glass ornaments

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We’ve got several handmade projects in the works for Christmas this year. Mostly for gifts, so I won’t be able to share them on my blog until after Christmas. Don’t want to spoil any surprises. My girls and I just LOVE giving handmade gifts. I mean, what’s better than that ?!? Plus most people really… read more »

DIY fruit topiary

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I made three fruit topiary’s for my fall dining table. I saw one recently at a fabulous local garden & gift store that I frequently go to for inspiration. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this store. They don’t have a website, otherwise I would share a link with you. These topiary’s were created similar to the egg… read more »

Cover your books the new “old fashioned” way….

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My oldest daughter Elle needed to cover some of her school books, being in 4th grade and all. We had talked about getting book socks, but we decided to cover them the “old fashioned” way. This is what my daughter calls covering your books using a paper bag, like her Mom (and Dad) used to… read more »

2 book shelves to a custom built-in

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It has been a pretty busy summer thus far, and I have neglected my blog just a bit. I’m totally okay with that. My kids are happy and are having a fun-filled summer, and that’s what I’m truly trying to focus on. I wish I could do it all, really I do, but it just… read more »