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A simple wreath for less.

I recently took a trip to the craft store and picked up a few materials for my simple wreath.  I wanted to make a wreath using blue, white, and purple. The materials I purchased were all on sale. Materials I purchased: 1 blue ribbon 2 purple birds 2 white clip-on flowers 1 bundle of blue and white flowers Cost of materials Under $15 I already had a grapevine wreath at home, so I did not have to purchase one this time.  Here's what you do: Simply take your flowers and snip tool and make cuts to your flowers as you arrange them. If you don't have a craft snip tool, you can just take the end of your flower and bend it and tuck it through the wreath.   You can also use thin wire to make sure your flowers are secure on your wreath. I normally just feed the flower through the wreath.  My two birdies already had wires on the bottom. I used that wire and twisted them on the wreath. You can also use hot glue to keep your materials in place on

Snapshots from our week.

This week was long.  We all caught an icky cold.  We're still battling this cold virus. We had cranky days. We had good days. Long nights. Runny noses. Early mornings. And lots of hugs and kisses for our little ones. I've gotten to snuggle more. ♡ ♡ ♡ ♡ Oatmeal with strawberries, bananas, chocolate, and almonds. And a sprinkle of my oat cereal. It was pure bliss.  A simple breakfast for me. My banana nut cereal with a few slices of bananas.  This was my mommy moment. Morning, the sunlight was shining in and I sipped on my tea. Even if it was just for a few minutes, it felt wonderful.  Using my essential oil diffuser at night.  I love this bathroom cleaner spray.  It smells so nice and I use it when I'm not using Lysol wipes. The littlest one is building with blocks. She said she was making a castle.  While we prepare dinner, our little one is lining things up on the kitchen floor. Working on lessons with our

A vase for every space:A quick diy project

This project was simple and quick to complete.  I love displaying fresh flowers in our home so I figured what a great way to display them.  You will just need a few materials.  I promise you will love the way it all comes together in the end. I honestly could not decide on which room to put them on display. I ended up putting them in the master bedroom.  Materials  Two Vases, any size will do. Lace ribbon Burlap tape Glue or double-sided tape Fresh flowers Start with adding your burlap tape to your vase I chose burlap tape because it was quick and simple to attach to the vase. Apply it around your vase. I did two sections of burlap tape on the bottom portion and the top section of the vase. Applying your lace around your vase  Now working with the lace material, I used some craft glue applied that  to the lace, and slowly wrapped it around the vase. This actually took a little more time compared to using burlap tape.  I wrapped five sections of my lace around the bottom section o

Snapshots from our week.

At the end of the night... Warm and cozy. What a beautiful sunset. Bedtime routines. Teeth are being brushed. In between there are giggles. Of course, I put her vase on display.  Our 5 year old created this clay vase just for me. Library days. This week we spent a lot of our time attending library events. We really enjoy this time. Books, stories, music, art, and wiggling and giggling.  It's a fun time for all!

DIY Upcycled Peanut Jars

Transform your old peanut jars into stylish, functional containers with these creative and easy DIY upcycling ideas. Learn how to repurpose your peanut jars and give them a new life with practical and decorative uses.   Materials needed: Two  empty peanut containers Two sheets of crafting paper tape scissors Start  by removing the old label on your peanut containers  Next, you'll want to wrap your crafting paper around your container.  If you find that it does not completely cover the container, cut out a single strip to use later. I found it easier to wrap my containers with my craft paper and make the marks I needed before cutting them to size.  Tape your crafting paper into the container and then make necessary cuts to the paper using your scissors. Once this is done, take the last piece of crafting paper that you cut out earlier and place it over the spot that you were unable to cover. Take some clear tape and apply it to the container.  Please keep in mind

Blogging: 8 ways to help improve your blogging journey

Looking to improve your blogging journey? Check out these 8 helpful ways to enhance your blogging skills and make the most of your online presence. Blogging: 8 ways to help improve your blogging journey 1. Blog about things you love. It is crucial to always blog about things that come from the heart. My blog mainly focuses on my family, recipes, crafts, and moments in between. Since I enjoy creating things with my family, I decided to share some of those things on my blog. 2. Don't focus on the number of followers. It is not about the number of followers you have, but the engagement you have with your readers. Many people focus on the number of followers they have instead of focusing on the interactions they have with their readers. 3. Embrace new opportunities. I have been asked many times to participate in product reviews. Depending on what is being asked of me, I usually say yes. It is a great idea to embrace these new opportunities because it helps you grow as a blogger, and

10 things you can do for a more brighter and healthier day.

Always Do Your Best. Your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you are healthy as opposed to sick. Under any circumstance, simply do your best, and you will avoid self-judgment, self-abuse, and regret. -Don Miguel Ruiz Quote link   10 things you can do for a brighter and healthier day 1. Drink more water! I'm serious. Start your morning off with an 8 oz glass of water. I  have a favorite water bottle that I normally fill up at the end of the night. In the morning, I just grab that bottle and start drinking. You will feel so much more refreshed and energized.  2. Walk more. I make it a point to walk over 10,000 steps a day. If you're starting off, aim to walk for about 15 minutes after every meal. You will feel great and you will be on your way to building up your daily steps.  3. Make your bed and tidy up around the house. I know a lot of people have set cleaning schedules and

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