It has been over two years since I have started this blog.
Lots of fun information for all of you wonderful friends and followers.
I have hesitated in the past to post things. Either they're too personal, not events that would "change my life", or ones I don't know if it would effect each of you for the better.
It is time to change it up ... time to try new things, and post things that my readers would like to hear about!
So here is where you come in.
Tell me what you want to know about.
Is it a craft? Scrapbooking? Cooking? Is it something about about me that you would like to know about? Is it about something completely not craft related? What posts have you loved? What posts don't you love? I want to hear it all! I am hoping to launch a new look to my blog soon ... and your opinion matters to me!
Thanks in Advance for your help!
Today looks a little chilly, but forecast looks like sunshine next week! WHOO HOO! So very excited!
Friday, April 29, 2011
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Easter
We had such a wonderful Easter this year. Started off by a busy day at church. I had the opportunity to accompany two women in our ward, singing a wonderful song! Then I also got to speak in church! WHEW! A little overwhelming, but it really brought such a great spirit to my Easter Sunday. Following church we had a great Easter dinner with Scalloped potatoes and ham ... and even an Easter Egg hunt (This is an annual event with my family).
The Easter Bunny definitely came, and the boys were so very excited. Here are a few of my favorite photos from the day!
I just want to end my post, telling my great blog followers that I am so grateful for the Savior Jesus Christ, and for his amazing life. He is RISEN, and lives in my life everyday! I am so grateful that he is involved in my life. Happy Easter to all of you!
Monday, April 18, 2011
April Showers Bring May Flowers?
Well in an effort to quietly try get the sun to come out, get those tulips to bloom, and keep me busy, I have decided to craft my way to spring. Because we are now trying to get furniture for our new house, new spring decor isn't exactly in the budget. I decided to take a stab at making my Spring Decorations again. if you remember last year I made this topiary:
(Click hereto see the post and how to make them)
Well I went to put the topiary up this year, and decided my spring decor needed some additions. I looked for inspiration, and decided that a banner would be great! I didn't want to do the theme "easter" because it would only be up for a week or so, & I already have this spring display on top of my Entertainment center:
So I though, BLOOM! That would be a great theme.
Now because I have boys, I don't get to use pastels, glitter, or ribbon much ... so I decided that now was my chance. Here is how it turned out:
(Products used on each pennant: Chipboard, Glitter, Sizzix Big Shot, Serif letters, Scallop circle die cut, Bella Blvd. Flowers, Paper from an old book ... other products listed below each pennant, and Pink Ribbon I got at Dear Lizzy's. I tried to use the products I had just sitting in my office. Most of which came from a kit that Margie gave me a long time ago! Thanks lady ... kiss kiss)
(Paper: Girls Paperie by Margie, Pearl Brads, Ribbon, & Mix Tape by American Crafts, Buttons by Jennie Bowlin)
(Paper: My Minds Eye Laundry Line, Ribbon by American Crafts, Buttons by Jennie Bowlin)
(Paper: Girls Paperie by Margie, Crate Paper, Pearl Brads by American Crafts, Buttons by Jennie Bowlin)
(Paper:Girls Paperie by Margie I think? wink, Ribbon by Studio Calico ... I think again? wink, Buttons by Jennie Bowlin)
(Paper: Girls Paperie by Margie, Pearl Buttons by American Crafts, Ribbon from Margie's Kit, Buttons by Jennie Bowlin)
Last but not least, the one topiary wasn't cutting it ... So I made a few more rose balls, made a smaller topiary, and finished it off with some good ol' ribbon! WHEW!
Okay, now for the rain to stop and the flowers to come ... COME ON TULIPS! Let me see you BLOOM!!!!
(Click hereto see the post and how to make them)Well I went to put the topiary up this year, and decided my spring decor needed some additions. I looked for inspiration, and decided that a banner would be great! I didn't want to do the theme "easter" because it would only be up for a week or so, & I already have this spring display on top of my Entertainment center:
So I though, BLOOM! That would be a great theme.Now because I have boys, I don't get to use pastels, glitter, or ribbon much ... so I decided that now was my chance. Here is how it turned out:
(Products used on each pennant: Chipboard, Glitter, Sizzix Big Shot, Serif letters, Scallop circle die cut, Bella Blvd. Flowers, Paper from an old book ... other products listed below each pennant, and Pink Ribbon I got at Dear Lizzy's. I tried to use the products I had just sitting in my office. Most of which came from a kit that Margie gave me a long time ago! Thanks lady ... kiss kiss)
(Paper: Girls Paperie by Margie, Pearl Brads, Ribbon, & Mix Tape by American Crafts, Buttons by Jennie Bowlin)
(Paper: My Minds Eye Laundry Line, Ribbon by American Crafts, Buttons by Jennie Bowlin)
(Paper: Girls Paperie by Margie, Crate Paper, Pearl Brads by American Crafts, Buttons by Jennie Bowlin)
(Paper:Girls Paperie by Margie I think? wink, Ribbon by Studio Calico ... I think again? wink, Buttons by Jennie Bowlin)
(Paper: Girls Paperie by Margie, Pearl Buttons by American Crafts, Ribbon from Margie's Kit, Buttons by Jennie Bowlin)
Last but not least, the one topiary wasn't cutting it ... So I made a few more rose balls, made a smaller topiary, and finished it off with some good ol' ribbon! WHEW!
Okay, now for the rain to stop and the flowers to come ... COME ON TULIPS! Let me see you BLOOM!!!!
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Long waited Quilt Reveal!
A few months back, my mom and I stopped into my Local Quilt store and found this book:
When I saw this book ... it screamed to me saying this is SO your style. I am a visual person, not usually the type to sit down and read a book. I look at the pictures, then put it away for a while. This one, however I read cover to cover ... doooling over each and every little quilt.
I have only pieced one quilt together, a queen sized quilt, that is still sitting under my bed, waiting for the day I can afford $200 just to have it machine quilted ;) This idea of me wanting to do a quilt started years ago ... I guess it is just a deep down love for sewing that I have always had! Back when I was 8 years old, my mom put me in a sewing class. I loved it, and have made little things here and there throughout the years. I have always wanted to complete a quilt, and even hand quilt it ... however after trying multiple times on my queen quilt to do it myself, I gave up!
I have been searching for a quilt for Bryson's big boy bed ... however I haven't been successful! Either they have been too cheap in quality, too expensive in price, or have some sort of illustration or alligator. (Which I am not fond of on clothing, for home decor, etc ... I know! I am weird like that). So I was looking through this book and found this quilt:
My mind started thinking, maybe I could make this DARLING quilt masculine! So I found the colors I was looking for ... and here is what I came up with!
So I did it! I completed something on my bucket list! I will say, it wasn't cheap at ALL to do. In fact, I think going to get a darling quilt from The Company Store, or Pottery Barn Kids would have been a LOT cheaper ... however I am pleased with the results. We are waiting to buy Bryson's furniture until we get into our new house, so try to picture it with a darling bed, and dresser. I'll be sure to post a picture when we get into the house!
When I saw this book ... it screamed to me saying this is SO your style. I am a visual person, not usually the type to sit down and read a book. I look at the pictures, then put it away for a while. This one, however I read cover to cover ... doooling over each and every little quilt. I have only pieced one quilt together, a queen sized quilt, that is still sitting under my bed, waiting for the day I can afford $200 just to have it machine quilted ;) This idea of me wanting to do a quilt started years ago ... I guess it is just a deep down love for sewing that I have always had! Back when I was 8 years old, my mom put me in a sewing class. I loved it, and have made little things here and there throughout the years. I have always wanted to complete a quilt, and even hand quilt it ... however after trying multiple times on my queen quilt to do it myself, I gave up!
I have been searching for a quilt for Bryson's big boy bed ... however I haven't been successful! Either they have been too cheap in quality, too expensive in price, or have some sort of illustration or alligator. (Which I am not fond of on clothing, for home decor, etc ... I know! I am weird like that). So I was looking through this book and found this quilt:
My mind started thinking, maybe I could make this DARLING quilt masculine! So I found the colors I was looking for ... and here is what I came up with!
So I did it! I completed something on my bucket list! I will say, it wasn't cheap at ALL to do. In fact, I think going to get a darling quilt from The Company Store, or Pottery Barn Kids would have been a LOT cheaper ... however I am pleased with the results. We are waiting to buy Bryson's furniture until we get into our new house, so try to picture it with a darling bed, and dresser. I'll be sure to post a picture when we get into the house!
Monday, April 11, 2011
Life
Sometimes life ... just seems to be a little mondane!
Today the sun finally came out. Oh how I have missed you dear sun!
I am not moving yet, I haven't started packing yet, however the last couple of weeks ... I guess I just needed a break! So I grabbed myself a kit kat bar, and let's be honest lots of other treats ... and just did my normal, everyday duties.
Being a mom ... Sigh!
It is something I have always wanted, however a little piece of me misses those great days, going to the mall without a stroller. Enjoying a lunch without an entire cup of lemonade on my lap. 4 loads of laundry total for the week (that was including sheets and towels!) Cleaning the entire house in an hour ... washing my hair everyday ... going running snow or shine ... working on my computer and creating amazing projects ... and last but not least, watching my favorite morning show, the Today show!
So I ask myself and so many others ... why is it that I asked for this? Tried and tried for 2 years, having 2 miscarriages along the way? Why would anyone want to give up such a life of freedom and what we all picture as joy?
It is because of these two!
Now my days sound more like this,
Waking up early so I can get some scripture reading in. Loving Curious George that comes on right as they wake up, so I can have time to shower. So excited for those days of sunshine so we can go on a run together. Giving the boys a little duster, so they can "help me dust". Try to run my errands before 2:00 pm so that we can have nap time. Buying endless amounts of goldfish to keep me sane at those stores. PEANUT BUTTER was a direct gift from God to me. I get to watch Friends while folding the 6 loads or more of laundry I do every Monday. I get to listen to Ratatouille about every other day while I am trying to finish up the daily chores. I get to try out new recipes on the boys the days that Adam is at school. I get to be a horsey almost each night as I let both of them ride on my back to bed to tuck those little ones into bed. I get to hear "Luboo Mommy (love you mommy)" every night as a thank you from these sweet boys. I sleep better than I think I ever have in my life, because I am exhausted at the end of the day!
If you were to ask me daily, is life as a mommy complete bliss ... I have to be honest, nope it sure isn't ... however I look at those little boys each night as they are snuggled in their blankies and are asleep and thank my Heavenly Father that he gave me two. That he trusted me enough to raise them, and I become overwhelmed with gratitude and joy as I enjoy those sweet moments of being a Mommy. Through the crazy amounts of jobs I have had in my life, I would have to say, that none is harder, yet more rewarding than being a mom! Thank you to all you sweet mom's out there who do what you do! I am so honored to share the same job title!
M
Today the sun finally came out. Oh how I have missed you dear sun!
I am not moving yet, I haven't started packing yet, however the last couple of weeks ... I guess I just needed a break! So I grabbed myself a kit kat bar, and let's be honest lots of other treats ... and just did my normal, everyday duties.
Being a mom ... Sigh!
It is something I have always wanted, however a little piece of me misses those great days, going to the mall without a stroller. Enjoying a lunch without an entire cup of lemonade on my lap. 4 loads of laundry total for the week (that was including sheets and towels!) Cleaning the entire house in an hour ... washing my hair everyday ... going running snow or shine ... working on my computer and creating amazing projects ... and last but not least, watching my favorite morning show, the Today show!
So I ask myself and so many others ... why is it that I asked for this? Tried and tried for 2 years, having 2 miscarriages along the way? Why would anyone want to give up such a life of freedom and what we all picture as joy?
It is because of these two!
Now my days sound more like this,
Waking up early so I can get some scripture reading in. Loving Curious George that comes on right as they wake up, so I can have time to shower. So excited for those days of sunshine so we can go on a run together. Giving the boys a little duster, so they can "help me dust". Try to run my errands before 2:00 pm so that we can have nap time. Buying endless amounts of goldfish to keep me sane at those stores. PEANUT BUTTER was a direct gift from God to me. I get to watch Friends while folding the 6 loads or more of laundry I do every Monday. I get to listen to Ratatouille about every other day while I am trying to finish up the daily chores. I get to try out new recipes on the boys the days that Adam is at school. I get to be a horsey almost each night as I let both of them ride on my back to bed to tuck those little ones into bed. I get to hear "Luboo Mommy (love you mommy)" every night as a thank you from these sweet boys. I sleep better than I think I ever have in my life, because I am exhausted at the end of the day!
If you were to ask me daily, is life as a mommy complete bliss ... I have to be honest, nope it sure isn't ... however I look at those little boys each night as they are snuggled in their blankies and are asleep and thank my Heavenly Father that he gave me two. That he trusted me enough to raise them, and I become overwhelmed with gratitude and joy as I enjoy those sweet moments of being a Mommy. Through the crazy amounts of jobs I have had in my life, I would have to say, that none is harder, yet more rewarding than being a mom! Thank you to all you sweet mom's out there who do what you do! I am so honored to share the same job title!
M
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