Easy DIY Doggie Bandana
Hi guys! Anyone who knows me will tell you, I LOVE my dogs! Even though they are super precious, I do love to dress them up and make them even cuter. Beau has tons of sweaters which he does actually …
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Etsy Love- Ten Awesome 2015 Calendars
Happy Friday everyone! I hope you all are enjoying your week and looking forward to the weekend! I have been looking for a calendar for my kitchen and my craft room for a while now. There are so many amazing …
Handmade Gifts 2014- Easy Painted Toy Animal Magnets
Happy Friday everyone! This week has just flown by so far! I am behind as usual, how does that always happen this time of year! Before we get into the weekend, I wanted to pop in with another handmade gift …
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Holiday Gift Guides 2014- Gifts for Teens
Hey guys! The past few weeks have been a little of a whirlwind! I can’t belive this year is already almost over, I swear it has gone by so fast! I am knee-deep in making holiday gifts for my own …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- November 4th
We are starting to see some beautiful fall colors around here lately! One of my favorite things about fall is the changing leaves and the woods. And when I think of the woods, I think of all the cute little …
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Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- September 15th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! Daryl and I made tamales and it was so much fun! We also had some nice cool weather yesterday. I think fall is definitely starting to show here in …
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The Wonderful World of Pinterest- August 2014
Hey everyone! It’s that time of the month again where I share my obsession with Pinterest with you all! As far as social media goes, Pinterest is my black hole. I get lost in it all the time! This past …
My Life in Pictures- May 2014
Beau favorite thing lately is to be outside lounging in the yard! We’ve set up shop at the Raleigh Flea Market a couple of times this month. I always love being out there! We had a lovely …
My Life in Pictures- April 3rd-24th
My hubby makes the most beautiful hand turned seam rippers… Chicken Balloons, need I say more 😉 …. Is this the sweetest face, or what! Beau flying his invisible plane… My newly painted dresser and …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- Paula Montgomery
Happy Friday everyone! Today I am super excited to share one of my favorite jewelry artisans on Etsy, Paula Montgomery! Paula has had one heck of a creative career, which you can read more about here in her bio. After …
My Life in Pictures March 20th-27th
This past week we have been pretty busy. Daryl and I set up shop at the flea market last weekend. We took out a lot of my handmade items as well as some beautiful furniture from Marcy’s shop Sunflowers in …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- The Vintage Remix
Happy Friday everyone! Well actually, by the time I finish this post it will be saturday for some of us. It has been a really crazy day here. We are going to be setting up a booth at the Raleigh …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- March 2014
This past month has just flown by! I am so looking forward to springtime, and warmer weather. I have not spent a lot of time on Pinterest this month since my sister was in town for spring break and vacation …
My Life in Pictures- March 6th-13th
My sleepy Beaureguard…. Daryl and Beau at Wrightsville Beach… Me and Beau at the beach. We’ve both got some serious fly aways… Can I please have some oysters? Please… Prancin’ in the sand… My …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- March 10th
Happy Monday guys! I hope you all had a lovely weekend! Daryl and I went down to the beach this weekend for our anniversary, and it was so beautiful! We had a great time, and Beau really enjoyed his walk …
My Life in Pictures- February 27th- March 6th
Sadie came for a sleepover this past weekend… We took the puppies to the dog park and they had a good long play session… Sadie bravely barking at the big dogs walking by… Sometimes a dog just wants to be …
DIY Custom Wooden Stationary Box
Today I am going to share how to make a custom wood box with a slide lid with you. This is something I have wanted to make for a while now, but I couldn’t decide what I wanted to put …
My Life in Pictures- February 20th-27th
This plastic bunny is one of my favorite flea market finds! My favorite Dunny and a cute little vintage deer… I love the way my upcycled slide lampshade projects the photos on the wall… My favorite shelf in the kitchen… …
My Life in Pictures- February 13th-20th
Happiness is a little pink owl… My grandfather’s camera… My mom has been working on these little glitter houses. Aren’t they cute! Birthday packages for my Hannah Banana We got a split leash for the …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- February 2014
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, I LOVE Pinterest! I pin a lot and I get so much inspiration from all the beautiful things on Pinterest! This month I have pinned a bunch of new items to …
My Life in Pictures- January 31st- February 6th
I attended the Let’s Shop Local Shopping Spree on Saturday. There were so many great artists there! I am really looking forward to the next one! Beau attended the local craft show with us, and was totally exhausted after all …
Style Files- January 2014
Most days, I look like a slob. Since I mostly work from home, I tend to live in my sweatpants. My personal style tends to be casual. I don’t own many frilly items. If you look in my closet right …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- January 2014
Hi guys! Pinterest has been one of my favorite things for some time now! I love all the beautiful photos, decor, and vintage and diy inspiration I come across! December was a little hectic and I didn’t end up with …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- 2014 Calendars
Happy Friday everyone! As I mentioned the other day, one of my favorite things about the new year is getting new calendars for our home! I always get at least three. There’s one for the kitchen, one for the office, …
DIY Vintage Button Silhouette Pet Portraits
Hi guys! Welcome to day four of my 12 Days of Handmade Gifts! Today I am going to share this fun button project with you! I LOVE vintage buttons and have a ton of them! They are one of the …
Holiday Gift Guides 2013- Gifts for Gals
Hey there! I hope you are all enjoying your weekend! I meant to share this with you guys last night, but the time got away from me. Etsy is so full of wonderful artists! You can find something for everyone …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- October 2013
Hi everybody! I am very excited today to share my favorite pins from Pinterest from the last month with you all today. I didn’t have a lot of extra time to pin lately, but I did add to some of …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- Nicola and the Newfoundlander
Happy Friday everyone! Today I am really excited to share one of my favorite Etsy shops ever, Nicola and the Newfoundlander. Nicola and Bren, the fantastic artists behind the shop, create hand printed comfy clothing and reclaimed wood jewelry and home …
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The Wonderful World of Pinterest- September 2013
Hi guys! It is the third Wednesday of the month and you know what that means! It’s time for some Pinterest love! This month I have added a couple of new boards that I think you all are going to …
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Upcycled Storeybook Vintage Spool Photo Holders
Hi guys! I hope you all had a beautiful holiday weekend! I always enjoy having an extra day off with my hubby! This week’s craft projects are dedicated to Martha Stewart’s new decoupage line. A few weeks ago I received …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- September 2nd
Happy Monday and Happy Labor Day everyone! I hope you are all having a fantastic and restful holiday! Daryl and I have been busy trying to put my car back together today, and we are getting ready to make poblano …
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I Heart Etsy Fridays- Finkelsteins
Happy Friday everyone! I have been cleaning out and organizing my craft room closet today. It was insanely messy! But now I can open the door without things flying out at me. There are so many fabulous artists on Etsy, …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- August 2013
I know I’ve said it like a million times before, but I LOVE Pinterest! Don’t you! This month I have added a few new boards to my collection. Among my new boards are two dedicated to a couple of my …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- July 2013
Happy Thursday everyone! It is the third Thursday of the month, so you know what that means, a little Pinterest love is coming your way! It has been a little crazy around here this past month, and I haven’t had …
DIY Fun Party Cake Buntings
Hi guys! As many of you know all know, I am a sucker for buntings! I love creating them and have dozens around my place. When I was planning Hannah’s graduation party, I knew I had to do at least …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- June 2013
Happy Wednesday everyone! Today I am happy to be sharing this month’s favorite pins from my pinterest boards! It has been a little bit of a crazy start to the summer around here lately, but I have been able to …
DIY Fun Party Animal Picks
I love little plastic animals! I used to have a small collection of them when I was little. There have been so many toy animal craft projects circulating around the internet that look like a total blast to make! Here …
Iggy Afternoon
If you follow my blog, or even if you have just glanced in the sidebar, you’ll know I adore my dog! And I adore my sister’s dog Sadie too. I am a total animal lover, and I have to say …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- May 2013
Happy Wednesday everyone! Today I am going to share with you some of my favorite pins from my Pinterest boards over the last month. I haven’t had a lot of time to spend on Pinterest lately. However, I did manage …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- April 2013
Hello everyone! First of all I would like to say that my thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the tragedy in Boston. There is so much senseless hatred and violence in the world these days, it can be …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- April 8th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a fabulous weekend! I can’t believe that it is already the second week of April! This year is just flying by! The first thing I always think of with this month is …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- Raw Bone Studio
Happy Friday everybody! Today I am very excited to share one of my new favorite shops on Etsy with you, Raw Bone Studio. Robin, the fantastic artist behind the shop, creates a wonderful array of mixed media fiber folk art …
Instagram Challenge March 11th-31st
When I was getting ready to post tonight I realized that I had not posted any the last two weeks. So, below are my daily instagrams dating back to March 11th. Hope you all enjoy! 3.11.2013 3.12.2013 3.13.2013 3.14.2013 3.15.2013 …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- Shop Marmalade
Happy Friday everyone! Today I have one of my favorite jewelry shops on Etsy to share with you, Shop Marmalade. Kate Singer, the fantastic Toronto bases artist behind the brand, creates adorable rings, pendants, and earrings with her printed fabric …
Instagram Photo Challenge 2/25- 3/3/2013
Here’s a little glimpse into this past week’s photos. To see more check out my Instagram feed here.
Mod Podge Image Transfer Folios and Necklaces
Ever since I can remember we have always had a jar of Mod Podge around the house. It is such a versatile and fantastic craft product, and should be a staple in any craft room! I recently tried some …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest – January 2013
Hi everyone! Welcome to my first Pinterest feature of the year. Most of you know by now, I just adore Pinterest! I admit, I am hooked. I’m sure some of you are too. There is so much inspiration to be …
Free Printable 2013 Calendar
Hi everyone! Today I have a fun freebie for you, a cool printable calendar! It features some of my favorite projects and pictures from last year. I created this calendar to size to fit inside a cd case. You just …
Merry & Bright
Every year Daryl and I send out Christmas cards to all of our family and friends. This year Beauregard is getting his first taste of family stardom and will be gracing the front of our holiday card as his kitty …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- September
One of my favorite things on the internet these days is Pinterest! I love how I am able to find amazing things and connect with people who share my style and interests! I see and have discovered so many blogs …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- Pig and Pumpkin
Today I have a super cute Etsy shop to share with you, Pig and Pumpkin. Meghan Downing, the artist behind the brand, creates the most fantastic and whimsical ornaments and tabletop sculptures. I just adore the personality that each of her …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- 3 Crows
This friday I have a special treat for you! Today I am featuring one of my all time, tippie top, absolute favorite artists on Etsy, Sara Pulver and her wonderful shop, 3 Crows. I found Sara’s work a couple of years ago, …
The Wonderful World Of Pinterest- July 2012
Ok, so anyone who knows me, knows that my new obsession is Pinterest! I know, I’m not alone! I love all the amazing things you can find all in one space, it’s so great. I admit, I don’t have a …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- The Fab Life of Roux
I have been meaning to feature this shop for a while now. This is an Etsy shop that my mom and I have together and have recently added art prints to. The Fabulous Life of Roux Toulouse is a children’s …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- Kate Hindley
This weeks featured artist is by far one of my favorites! Kate Hindley is an amazing children’s illustrator from the UK. Her work is whimsical and oh so cute, and I love the personality that she gives to her charachters …
Imprimere Graphics Free Shipping Code
Stephanie from Imprimere Graphics has been oh so sweet enough to offer all of you, my lovely readers, free domestic shipping on all orders until May 7th. Visit her shop on Etsy- www.imprimeregraphics.etsy.com and use code MYSOCALLEDCRFRSH to receive free shipping on your …
Beau & Roux’s Corner
I’ve said it before and i’ll say it again, I am a big animal lover! I love all kinds of animals, but none of them tug at my heart more than my italian greyhound, Beaureguard, and my lynx point siamese …
Flea Market Finds- Jan. 28th
One of my absolute favorite things to do on the weekend is to go to the flea market in Raleigh. I love love love when I can score cute vintage finds, and today i’d say I did pretty well. …
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