It's been a minute since I've done a crafty craft with my kids. They are all creative in their own ways, but it can be hard to find a project that everyone truly enjoys... especially now that they're getting older. I fully expected my 13-year-olds to reject this fun, but they were totally into it! This post is sponsored by our friends at DAP! Thank you for supporting the fabulous brands ... [ Read More ]

That's not a title I ever thought I would be typing out. HAHA! As you know, Paisley redid her side of the room and it is FIRE. Della doesn't care as much about her side of the room, BUT she did want to give it a fresh coat of paint. During this process, I had a brilliant idea and decided to do a little something special for Della's side too. Let's take a look at that picture again. So you ... [ Read More ]

Our neighbors had a trampoline, and the kids all LOVED it and played so well together for hourrrs... but last summer, they moved away and we noticed a sudden drop in the amount of time the kids would want to be outside (let alone playing together). So we decided to get our own trampoline (this is the one we went with and love! [amazon affiliate link]). We know there are risks associated with ... [ Read More ]

I don't know about you, but cleaning my oven has always been one of my most dreaded tasks. Getting in there and scrubbing in vain, inhaling allll the chemicals, and still having burnt-on spots that just won't come clean... NO FUN! But recently I realized that there IS a way to clean your oven without chemicals and it can be done quickly and thoroughly... pumice stones! (these pumice stones are the ... [ Read More ]

My mom is the ultimate Grandma. She has so many creative ideas and traditions to do with her grandkids. One of my favorites she started a few years back. At the end of November, she gives each of her grandkids an envelope with their name on it. Inside is some money (she does $50) and a piece of paper explaining what to do with the money. Download this free printable HERE. The kids are ... [ Read More ]

I think what goes above the fireplace is a pretty common spousal disagreement. In our house, I wanted art or a mirror above the fireplace, and felt that the TV shouldn't be a 'focal point'. But hubby wanted a TV above the fireplace because it's the most central location and makes the most sense based on the most logical furniture/sofa arrangement. I could see his viewpoint, but also there has ... [ Read More ]

This has been in the works for awhile, but I'm SO PROUD to share that my "Do the Thing" checklist notepads are available for purchase! The idea for these task-promoting checklists was born from my own need for a way to organize my thoughts around a project I've been putting off. Sometimes I'm intimidated to start the project because it's something I don't feel confident about doing. Other times ... [ Read More ]

This feels like an age-old question for anyone that's a homeowner. When should we hire a contractor? And in what situation should we DIY? There's a lot to unpack here! But there's also no right or wrong answer. So today we're going to talk it out with you, and help you determine what the best choice is for your particular project! *This post is sponsored by our friends at Ferguson, who ... [ Read More ]

Every spring, I have grand plans of having the most epic vegetable and flower gardens! And I usually lose motivation at some point, or life just gets in the way. But this year, I chose to really make it priority. And I'm so glad I did! There's something so therapeutic about working in the garden and getting lots of dirt under my fingernails. Especially when the weather has been as glorious as it ... [ Read More ]