Category: Decor

  • my new pallet shelf

    my new pallet shelf

    I teased you in January that we had a bit of a DIY project in the works. Without further ado, meet my new pallet shelf: I was completely inspired by this picture from Ana White and thought I could make this with actual pallets because hello…free wood. When I mentioned the idea to Jonathan, he was somewhat…

  • Storage Bin Options {for Kallax/Expedit}

    Storage Bin Options {for Kallax/Expedit}

    I mentioned on facebook that I was crushing on the 16 cube Kallax system from Ikea: Post by Brown Sugar Toast. My goal is to get something to replace a small bookshelf {that is overloaded with books} & changing table/storage unit in my kids’ room. I’m also realizing that I need more clothes storage for my boys –…

  • 21 Breakfast Ideas for Your Valentine

    21 Breakfast Ideas for Your Valentine

    Egg in the Basket Heart Biscuits Bacon Hearts Cherry Vanilla Hot Chocolate Chocolate Chip Scones Sweetheart Cinnamon Rolls Pink Yogurt Raspberry Cream Cheese Pan-Crepes Smashed Raspberry and Chocolate Chunk Pancakes Berrylicious Rainbow Smoothie Strawberry Coconut Oatmeal Crunch Pie Strawberry Heart Pancakes Funfetti Pancakes with Vanilla Greek Yogurt Sauce Blueberry Lemon Pancakes Heart Pancakes made with…

  • Valentine Party Recap + recipe

    Valentine Party Recap + recipe

    Well, hey there! Happy Monday to ya! I mentioned Friday that I was hosting a Valentine’s Party for some of my teen girls, so I thought it would be fun to share a little picture recap with you. Here’s the whole area set up: And how about a closer look at those tissue pom poms?…

  • paper heart garland

    paper heart garland

    How about a little paper heart garland action for ya? ONE: create a heart template out of a piece of cardboard or stiff paper. TWO: using the template you just made, trace a heart onto a book page. a while ago, I got this book from a library sale for 25 cents. I know some of you…

  • christmas is for the hurting

    christmas is for the hurting

    I’ve had a hard time with Christmas this year. The lovely home tours that are usually so inspiring to me? I haven’t even looked at most of them. We decorated our home for Christmas, but I only put up about 50% of our stash. The main thing I keep thinking is “I can’t wait until this…

  • chalkboard art, imitation, and husbands

    chalkboard art, imitation, and husbands

    Several months ago, my husband and I built a massive chalkboard for our kitchen. I believe this was the first time I revealed it to the world via social media. The construction of it was quite an adventure. As was the transportation of the large piece of MDF via our car which was already filled…

  • the funny thing about stuff

    the funny thing about stuff

    I’ve been thinking a lot about stuff lately. Mostly due to my purging. You know, there’s something funny about stuff. It seems to add goodness to our lives. But did you know that every time you add something, something else is subtracted? Let’s start with the most obvious. 1. Every time you choose to bring stuff…

  • pictures that could nominate me for hoarders.

    pictures that could nominate me for hoarders.

    Last week, I mentioned that I was purging my home of unnecessary items. AKA junk. It ended up being a process that lasted pretty much the whole week. Part of that was due to my 3 sweet children. You know, they kinda wanted to eat and play during the great purge. Imagine that?! And my…

  • purging

    purging

    2014 has been a time of purging. And I don’t mean anything to do with food or drinks. I feel like all year has been filled with spurts of organizing and getting rid of things. Redefining my goals for things and possessions. Trashing, donating, moving, etc. and it feels so good. This morning, my guy…

  • Pallet Art Tutorial

    Pallet Art Tutorial

    Approximately 6 months ago, my husband came home with a surprise for me. Namely, these pallets: I was so thrilled that I actually told you all about it here. And I also told you about some free paint from Lowe’s & random 50 cent boards I bought at Ikea. I had no idea what I…

  • Simple Valentine’s Decor

    Simple Valentine’s Decor

    I’m not usually one to do much for Valentine’s Day. But I’m finding quite a bit more motivation to make holidays special now that my kids are old enough to actually notice things like that. And so this year, I did a little more decorating than just throwing a wreath on the front door. Here’s…