Whimsical Halloween Decor

My oh my it feels like fall today!  Isn’t it just fabulous?  Today I’ve got a little whimsical Halloween decor project for you, since it’s right around the corner.  I don’t go all out for Halloween like some do – just some touches here and there.  My taste for Halloween decor falls more on the […] Read more…

cheese box makeover

Finishing the Cheese Box Makeover

It’s Friday and the first day of Fall Break for our school system!  Five whole days to get some projects done!  First on my list is finishing my cheese box makeover.  I already turned the lid into a reversible fall sign, so now it’s time to makeover the box itself.  This is what it looked […] Read more…

Spiced Pecan Pumpkin Pound Cake

The temperatures have finally dropped enough to give me that “autumn” feeling.  It’s still a little steamy midday, but the mornings and evenings are quite pleasant, which puts me in the mood to bake!  This Spiced Pecan Pumpkin Pound Cake is an adaptation of my mother’s infamous pound cake recipe.  My mother is a wonderful […] Read more…

Thrift Store Finds and Local Activities

Can you believe it’s already October?  This is one of my favorite months because it’s always filled with fun activities!  This weekend I went thrift store shopping on Saturday and to a family reunion on Sunday.  I thought I’d share some of my thrift store finds and local activities for the month of October. Disclaimer:  This […] Read more…

Reversible Fall Sign

How to Turn a Cheesebox Lid into a Reversible Fall Sign

It’s finally Friday and it actually feels like Fall!  Did y’all miss me Wednesday?  I had some “technical issues” going on that were beyond my control, so I couldn’t do my post.  I’m back today to show you how to turn a cheesebox lid into a reversible fall sign.  Who doesn’t love decor that does […] Read more…

Making Pants

Making Pants that Fit

Yes, I made myself new pants and the best part is, they fit!  I sewn everything from my own wedding dress to quilts and beyond.  Making pants, besides pajama bottoms, has been a tough one for me.  I’ve made toddler blue jeans, but making pants for myself has never been successful.  You know why?  I […] Read more…

Tough as Nails, Light as a Feather

Tough as Nails, but Light as a Feather

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