Just over a week ago, we welcomed our baby girl into the world. We really hoped for a baby girl {well, everyone except my little boy — he was really counting on a brother}. Of course, a boy or girl would have been wonderful and awesome and a joy; but we were excited about the …
Uncategorized
Just a week ago, I mentioned that I try to use meaningful items in our home. One cherished item that we’ve been looking forward to hanging in our new home is this painting of our first home. Last week, while working on the dining room, I came across this painting and several other special pieces. …
It was a rainy weekend here in Kentucky… so I’ve been dreaming of some sunshine. Good Morning Sunshine in German from Raw Art Letterpress // $15 You are My Sunshine Lyrics from Craftivity Designs // $5.50 Vintage Keep on the Sunny Side from Pioneer House // $13 Good Morning Sunshine Wood …
Last weekend we were in Louisville visiting my parents. It was a fun weekend from a DIY standpoint. On Saturday, I helped my mom prime and paint some furniture for her house. One of the pieces was an old desk but the other two were recent thrift purchases. While the primer was drying, Mike and …
It’s been a while since I’ve shared random updates and stories… but the last few weeks have been filled with several fun things and some progress on the bathroom. 1. Been Partying like a Superhero A little someone had his third birthday. He’s been totally into Superheroes and it turned out to be such a …
Welcome to 2014! Today I’m going to share some of my favorite Craftivity Designs projects and moments from the past year. Here we go… January DIY Botanical Chart I love this botanical chart that Lora created for her guest bedroom. The colors are so cheerful! February Chalkboard Jars I had so much fun making these …
REDIRECTED TO “Gonna Be One” Congratulations to the following winner of our Birthday giveaway! We are so excited to share two free printables with Diane in honor of our first birthday! Be sure to check out our Etsy shop to see all of our printable designs. Thank you to our readers for making this first …
Welcome to this week’s special Birthday edition of Kick-Off Friday! In celebration of our first birthday, Lora and I are sharing with you 5 things that personally inspire each of us! So scroll on down and learn more about what makes each of us…well…us! Lora Says… 1. Flower Patch Farmgirl inspires me to be willing to live …
Erica and I published our first blog post on November 9, 2012. It’s hard to believe it’s been a full year since I shared that first post about my little guy’s Halloween costume. So this Saturday we will be big 1-Year Old Bloggers… and, well, we figured it made sense to celebrate a bit. There …
REDIRECTED TO SUNROOM REVEAL Maybe it’s the recent “One Room, 3 Ways” challenge or the tablescapes that I’ve been creating out on the patio; but I’ve been in the mood to mix up my decor. Not necessarily to leave it that way, but to challenge myself to use the items I already own in a …
#1: I’m so Proud of Me! This past weekend I cut mitered corners and caulked trim. I feel so handy!! Can’t wait to share more. Here’s a sneak peak: #2: Yard Sales are the Best I spent about $20 on this eight foot long piece salvaged from an old general store in Owenton, Kentucky. …
What did you do over Spring Break? Erica and I didn’t have a Spring Break (i.e. we don’t have kiddos in school) but both of our Moms had a Spring Break. Even though their children are grown, they each volunteer as leaders in an organization called Bible Study Fellowship International which follows a school year …
THIS POST HAS BEEN REDIRECTED TO HOMEPAGE UPDATE: Since moving to WordPress, the project gallery is no longer live since similar galleries are generated through this theme via categories {like organization} automatically. Erica and I are excited to share a new page on our site: the Project Gallery! We’d love for you to go check …
I love IKEA but unfortunately there is not one close to me so I usually only go once or twice a year. Because my IKEA trips are not frequent, I like to prepare before going. Today I’m going to share 10 tips and tricks on how to shop at IKEA. 1. Check out the specials …
Lora and I love reading Young House Love. It’s a blog we both discovered years ago and it is definitely one of our favorites. Recently, John and Sherry, the writers of Young House Love posted a blog on the Macklemore Thrift Challenge. Lora and I decided we would give the challenge a try. Here is …