Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Beautiful and Inexpensive Do-It-Yourself Window Coverings


If you are looking for beautiful, yet inexpensive window covering ideas look no further!  For just pennies per window you can have both light and privacy by making your own custom frosted window coverings.  It's easier than you might think and you can find all the supplies that you will need at your local store or online. 

To learn how to make your own custom window films check out these articles -

Saturday, June 1, 2013

22 Very Cool Father's Day Gifts You Can Make!

See Martha Stewart for this clever gift wrap idea!
It can be a struggle to come up with a great Father's Day gift, right?  We've put together a compilation of awesome handmade gift ideas, as well as ideas for purchased gifts for every budget.  Pick one or combine several ideas to make his day the best!

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Fun Painting Project for Kids of All Ages


 

If you are searching for creative ideas to keep your children busy this summer look to nature for inspiration! 

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

How to Survive the Stay at Home Mom (or Dad) Experience

  22 Things You Should Know About Being a SAHM
 
Before I had children, I had a romantic view of what kind of parent I would be. I fantasized about peaceful days of organized bliss. I imagined my children engaged in stimulating activities created for the purpose of developing their brains and fine motor skills. Our home would be clean and full of beautiful things - something out of a Martha Stewart Living magazine. I just knew that I would get up early and have all my housecleaning done before my little darlings woke up so I would be able to devote all of my attention to them. I’d finally have time to try new recipes and maybe even take up scrapbooking. I couldn’t wait until they were old enough to go on field trips and playdates. And I always wore something white and elegant in my fantasies. Funny right?

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Black Bean & Chicken Layered Enchilada Casserole

Is your family bored with the same old meals?  Why not try this delicious economical dish tonight?

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Serve This Ridiculously Easy Breakfast Casserole - Good Enough For Company

For a quick and easy meal that will impress even the pickiest eaters, keep just four ingredients on hand.  Our family loves this recipe anytime of day and we often make it for our daycare children (who can be pretty tough customers in the food department).  My husband was head chef today so I snapped some shots of him putting together this super easy recipe. 

Friday, May 10, 2013

How to Really Get Rid of Acne Scars

As many of you may know, I've struggled with acne since I began having children.  I've shared with you how I banished acne from my face (see A Truly Amazing Acne Treatment).  Now I want to tell you how I got rid of those years and years worth of acne scars.  A glycolic acid skin peel once a week for several months resurfaced my skin into a smoother, scar-free complexion.  I considered