Design on Her Dime

tween design bedroom

While we were counting up our final savings for our road trip, my daughter realized that savings can really add up. She remarked, “Next I want to save up to redecorate my room!”  It’s amazing how empowering success can be. Part of me wanted to say, “No, your room is fine.  We don’t need to spend…

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The Grammar of Sewing

Teaching kids to sew

My girls have been dying to learn how to sew.  About three years ago, I started a sewing project with my daughter – a shirt with an elastic waist.  Of course, because when you want to learn to sew, you just pick out a cute pattern and go for it.  Well, as you can imagine,…

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DIY Wooden Thumbprint Snowman Ornaments

thumbprint snowman ornament

I love everything snowman, especially snowman made from thumbprints!  They are so cute.  Today I’ll share with you some quick and easy DIY Wooden thumbprint snowman ornaments that your kids will love making and you will love hanging on your tree! This post may contain affiliate links.  See my full disclosure policy for more details.  We love…

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5 Days of Christmas: Getting Crafty Together

Crafty Christmas

 I’m on Day 2 of my 5 Days of Christmas Presence series.  Yesterday I shared our ideas for Soaking up the Season.  Today, I’ll share all of our favorite ways to spend time together with a Crafty Christmas. From making gifts to making decorations, Christmas offers endless opportunities to get crafty.  Even if you’re not a…

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Flourish Winter Wonderland Art eCourse

Winter Wonderland

My girls and I were recently introduced to Alisha Gratehouse of Flourish and her Art eCourses.  We giggled and crafted our way through the Art of Fall and created so many wonderful creations!  Secretly I had my eye on the Winter Wonderland because I love everything Christmas and Snowmen!Disclosure:  I received this art course free in…

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