Monday, October 4, 2010

Halloween Door Decor


I went to my local Goodwill to see if I could find some items to use for my Halloween Decor. I ended up finding a hanging basket that I wanted to use... plus a few extra items that I will use for later projects.



I took out the fake greenery from the hanging basket and spray painted it orange. I bought small wooden bats from Micheal's and painted/glittered them black. I added black ribbon to hang them on the branch. After searching for the perfect branch, I used my handy spray paint to make it black and oh so spooky ;)
I used some grapevine for the side of the door and added Halloween garland that I found at Goodwill last year. I added orange lights (super cute at night) and that finished off my door decor.

I am in love with this door. We are getting the rest of the house ready... I'll post more once those crafts are completed.
Happy Halloween ya'll!!!

Jennifer

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

{School is in... let the shopping begin}

Summer is over and a new school year has begun. Jackson is starting 1st grade this year. He was not ready to end his summer fun but that's life! He has a great teacher and I know he will love first grade. Making new friends comes easily for him, so I'm not worried at all. Look at that precious little boy. He makes my heart smile :)
Emma started Pre-k 4 this week. She was a little nervous about being in a new class with new teachers. When she got there and saw all the fun toys, she warmed up real quick! Barbies- yeah!!!

Sweet Emma posing for the camera:

Now that they are safe at school, this mama can get busy with shopping. It's been a long summer~ it's hard to shop with three kiddos in tow! Now a routine can begin and more projects can get completed. I'll show you what I'm working on soon... stay tuned!

Jennifer

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Memory Jar


I absolutely love this idea. Not sure where I saw it, but I discovered this project somewhere in blog land. It's called a Memory Jar. My three little babies say and do the cutest things and I can not rely on my mommy brain to remember it all. I have been looking for an easy and convenient way to record all their sweet thoughts and here it is. I found this perfect jar at TJ Maxx. It has a chalkboard label- LOVE IT!!! So I labeled it, and placed pretty scrapbook paper/pen inside. I keep it on top of the fridge (because I'm ALWAYS in the kitchen) and quickly write down the things that they say and do.

Here is an up close pic:



I used scrapbook paper that I cut into 2 1/2" strips. I keep the blank cards in the jar along with a pen and record things as they happen. I think that it is so cute. And I feel better knowing that I am preserving these precious moments that are so fleeting: these little guys are getting so big, so fast!


Blessings!

Saturday, July 31, 2010

Chalkboard Messaging Center

I went to TJ Maxx recently and found a great deal on a picture that had hooks on it. Did not love the picture or the color but for the price ($7.99) I couldn't pass it up. I knew exactly what I could turn this diamond in the rough into~ A Chalkboard Messaging Center! So, I pulled out my can of beloved chalkboard paint and got to work. Here is the before picture:




{nice but not what I wanted}

I spray painted the frame a cream color and used several coats of the chalkboard paint on the inside picture. I added a small piece of molding to the shelf so that my chalk would not roll off. I am so pleased with how it turned out. Here is an after picture:




I placed my new Chalkboard Messaging Center right by the garage door. I hang my keys and sunglasses on it. Now I never loose my keys ;-) Love, love, love it!!!






Thursday, July 29, 2010

Burlap Wreath


I am in love with burlap. You might even say that I have a small addiction to the stuff. When I came across this idea for a burlap wreath, I knew it would be perfect for my front door. I just love the way Debbie used the black and white check & toile ribbon. It just seemed to pop! So off I went to hobby lobby to find some of that great ribbon. I used two yards of the burlap that I cut into strips. I added the strips of burlap to an old wire coat hanger that I had in the back of the closet. After weaving all the burlap onto the hanger, I did notice a problem with the burlap slipping to the bottom of my 'wreath form'. So, I pulled out my hot glue gun and glued the burlap into place on different areas of the hanger. Loved it!!!! But it's summer now and I wanted a little more pop of color. I am loving green these days. I pulled out my scrapbook paper and covered my 'C' with it. I tore the edges to give it interest. Then I remembered this lovely little green butterfly that I found at Pier1 several years ago. I pinned them to the bottom corner and ~voila~ beautiful!


Monday, July 26, 2010

My first post

I am so excited to be posting my very first post. I love the idea of being able to share ideas and thoughts with others. This blog will be a documentation of my path of finding inspiration in entertaining and living. Please join my as I begin this exciting journey of discovering and learning. It's going to be fun ;-)