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If you love holiday crafting, here’s a creative and elegant project: table top Christmas trees made from clay using a cookie cutter set. Today is day seven of the Twelve Days of Getting Ready for Christmas, and I encourage you to start your holiday DIYs now. You may be familiar with cookie cutter sets that make…
Welcome to day three of the Twelve Days of Getting Ready for Christmas. Today, I am sharing holiday gift-wrapping ideas for paper, ribbon, tags, and a gift-wrapping station! Today, I am sharing gift-wrapping tips to help you get ready for Christmas. I have so many fun ideas to share! It’s also Sunday Morning Coffee. This…
It’s the first day of Twelve Days of Getting Ready for Christmas! Today, I am sharing ideas for Christmas colors and a theme for your decor. For twelve days, I will do everything I can to help you prepare for Christmas. Today is day one of this series, and I am sharing how to choose a theme and/or…
How can I even begin to describe Michael and Ellie’s wedding? It was a celebration of their deep love for each other, and everything about the day reflected that. From the unique ceremony to the heartfelt toasts, their wedding felt very personal and perfectly suited to them. Season 4 Volume 41 Thanks for joining me…
These past few days have been incredible celebrating Michael and Ellie’s wedding. We arrived in Northern California on Tuesday, and it has been all family moments ever since! We just wrapped up an unforgettable celebration for Michael and Ellie’s wedding, and my heart is full of the joy, laughter, and love that filled each day….
It’s fun to make handmade decorations for your home. My latest pumpkin craft transformed a faux white pumpkin into a stunning piece of art. I used acrylic paints to paint the pumpkin a soft sage green and added abstract roses and leaves, giving it a fresh, modern twist on fall decorating. The best part? It’s…
There is one day left of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Shopping! I am sharing yesterday’s most popular items and today’s Day Two Deals! Oh my gosh, yesterday was such a crazy day! I stayed up until 2:30 a.m. on Monday to get a jump on the Amazon Prime Day deals and start sharing them…
I know what you are thinking. Holiday shopping? In the first week of October? Absolutely, because Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are this week! Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are a big shopping event exclusively for Prime members, offering incredible discounts across various products. Taking place this Tuesday and Wednesday, this is an opportunity to…
Jennifer Garner, known for her warm, down-to-earth persona, has recently welcomed a new chapter in her life by moving into a stunning home. Her home was designed by renowned architect Steve Giannetti and his wife Brooke. Giannetti, celebrated for his impeccable taste and harmonious designs that blend timeless architecture with natural beauty, has created a…
This past week, I had the absolute joy of spending four days babysitting my 17-month-old grandson, Graham. Along the way, I picked up a few grandma tips. Let me tell you – it was an unforgettable experience filled with laughter, learning, and fun only toddlers can bring. From reading and exploring to discovering arts and…
I am so happy my original painted pumpkin project didn’t work because it led me to create this deconstructed, easy-painted pumpkin! And I love it. Sometimes, craft projects don’t work out, but occasionally, they can lead to something better. This easy-painted pumpkin does not look like I thought it would, which is great because it…
We spent three fabulous days visiting our son Matt and his girlfriend in New York City. It was a fantastic experience, filled with unforgettable moments, delicious food, and Broadway magic. I haven’t visited New York often, but I never want to leave whenever I’m there! The city’s energy, culture, and endless activities make it one…
Preparing for a trip to two very different destinations – New York City and the scenic Bordeaux region of France – requires careful planning. Whether heading to the bustling streets of Manhattan or embarking on a serene backroads biking trip through French vineyards, here are some essential tips to help you prepare for any adventures….
I made my sixth trip to the Round Top Antiques Show earlier this year. Today, I am sharing how you can also plan a trip to the Round Top Vintage Market. Each year, in the fall and the spring, the tiny town of Round Top, Texas, swells with eager vintage market shoppers. Please keep reading…
There’s something exceptional about spending a weekend at the beach, especially with my two sisters, Susie and Jeni, and my two sisters-in-law, Aileen and Shellie. This weekend, we’ve gathered at our beach house in Ventura for some much-needed sister time, and it’s been nothing short of amazing. We are halfway through our long weekend, and…
Traveling with girlfriends to the Sun Valley Writers Conference was more than just a series of author talks; it was an immersive experience. I attended the SVWC for the first time this past weekend with four of my favorite girlfriends. We have known each other for years and have enjoyed a Dinner Club for over…
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