After attending the annual Gnome and Fairy Day last month, both of my kids have had a sudden interest in gnomes and fairies. I decided to encourage that imagination by helping them each start their own gnome and fairy gardens. Gnome Garden My original vision was for each to have their own terra cotta saucer […]
I’ve had mixed emotions since learning of the closing of Toys ‘R Us. It wasn’t a big part of my childhood. I grew up in a small town. Our toy store adventures were at KB Toys at a mall in another city. I later worked part time during high school at KB’s larger store, Toy […]
Last week I purchased tickets for the 4 of us to see Incredibles 2 at the theater on Saturday. It was a big milestone – the first movie in the theater for our daughter. Credits: Project Mouse Elements, Classic Bundle, Celebrate Elements and Artsy No 1 by Britt-ish Designs and Sahlin Studio. Her brother’s first movie […]
It’s Donald Duck’s birthday! Which makes today the perfect day to share a few photos of our recent meeting with him and his best girl, Daisy, on the Disney Fantasy. Credits: Clean Lined Pocket Templates No 2 by Sahlin Studio; Project Mouse (No 2) Elements, (Classic) Journal Cards, and (At Sea) Journal Cards by Britt-ish […]
One of the highlights of our Walt Disney World trip last year for our son was conquering all the “mountains.” This was the first trip where he was big enough to ride the coasters. Thanks to the photo package, we got photos of nearly every one. The one photo we from Space Mountain? Not my […]
Not all Disney characters are cheerful and full of joy. Some are down right creepy. Kylo Ren definitely falls into the latter. Credits: Clean Lined Pocket Templates No 1 by Sahlin Studio; Project Mouse Tomorrow bundle by Britt-ish Designs and Sahlin Studio. Kylo hangs out in Hollywood Studios at the Disney Visa Meet & Greet. […]
Last year we attended our first Gnome & Fairy Day at Prairie Ridge Ecostation. It was the sweetest event. There were crafts and nature fun for kids to enjoy and celebrate the day. Credits: Everyday Life Templates Set 7 by Sabrina’s Creations; Spring Garden kit by Mommyish; Birch Tree papers by Sara Gleason. Both of […]
The St. Louis Arch has been on my “to see” list for some time. Both from an architectural perspective and a chance to check off another National Park, I was curious to see and experience it in person. Last fall as we planned a trip to Northwest Arkansas for my cousin’s wedding, we included St. […]
Hello! I'm Sarah, mom to 2, crafting & DIY obsessed, and a bit talkative. Ok, more than a bit. Welcome to my site where I share craft projects from sewing to scrapbooking, photography, parenting tidbits, and DIY projects as my husband & I update the house we bought from a foreclosure sale in 2012. Read more...
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