We had such big plans for 2020… a trip to Japan that our kids have been working and saving for over a year now (it was going to be our first real family vacay!), a homeschool field trip to DC, several gigs and conferences I had are canceled, and the kids are severely missing their […]
Handmade with JOANN
I have HUGE news I’ve been keeping since the beginning of the year… JOANN chose me as a Handmade Hero! Pinch me (no wait, don’t…I don’t want to wake up). I can’t even begin to tell you how humbled and honored I am to have been asked to be featured in their handmade with JOANN […]
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly: 2017 In Review…
Oh my goodness, is it an age thing? It’s because I’m 35 now right? I mean, I swear 2017 just started a minute ago. How is it now 2018?? You know what else is freaking me out, I officially became the mom of a teenager in 2017. It makes me feel so old…which is weird because […]
HMC Makers
You guys are amazing. I feel that I am lucky to have some of the most incredible readers, and I really mean that! You are creative, you strive to improve yourselves and educate yourselves, you clearly have some good hobbies… just the type of people I want to surround myself with! I’ve been thinking of […]
What A Year!
Is it just me? It’s because I’m 34 now right? Seriously, I remember when time use to move slowly, then normally in my 20’s, and now I’m tearing through time at an impossible pace…haha, at least that’s what it feels like. This year has passed me by so quickly I’m still having trouble getting my […]
DIY Workshop Virtual Party!
I’m sure you’ve noticed by now that I’m a little obsessed with my power tools; It’s no secret that I’ve been getting a little hands-on (or should that read handsy) with them lately. 😀 Well what can I say? I love beautiful things for less, that is guaranteed great quality, and that I can say I […]
Organize Me Pretty Series
October 6th will be the start of a fantastic new blogger’s home tour series! We’re talking 12 days, 12 blogs, and 12 homes in a way you’ve never seen them before! [pullquote width=”300″ float=”left”]This isn’t your ordinary home tour series either… Ever wondered about what was behind all the closed doors, under cabinet spaces, inside drawers, […]
Vacuum Decor?
One day I would love to know what it feels like to put my vacuum away. Vacuums should be designed to look like a decor accessory, because mine is always out…and yet, my floors never stay clean for longer than a few hours a day. I’m serious, I rotate the vacuum between rooms, one day […]
10 Ways To Tame Your Inner Hoarder
Spring is here! That means throwing open our windows, cleaning with renewed vigor, and hopeful plans to clear the clutter. Sometimes hope is as far as it goes… if you have ever had difficulty letting go, then this is the perfect time to read the latest article I’ve written for SheKnows, Ten Ways To […]
My Tip Is In Good Housekeeping Magazine!!
What do you do when you’ve been blogging 7 months and you get an email from Good Housekeeping Magazine saying they want to feature something from your blog?? You die. Yep, your heart leaps in your throat, and you die of amazement and happiness. Well, it took several months to come out, but it’s finally […]
