Let me just start off by saying this costume was the easiest of all costumes to make. Idk, maybe I was still a bit traumatized from the stress of the previous years costume mishaps, or maybe I was just being lazy..it was probably the latter. Emma was 2 years old and she was (at the… Continue reading Year 2: Tinkerbell
Organized Spice drawer
I don't know about you all but when I'm organized my life seems much less stressful. I'm happier and feel more productive this way. I've been wanting to organize my spices for a while now and I finally got around to doing it today. Yay for sending your kid back to school so that actual… Continue reading Organized Spice drawer
Year 1: Monsters Inc/Dorothy
I had this really cool idea in my head that I wanted to make her the "Boo" costume from Monsters Inc. I had seen other such homemade costumes on Pinterest and thought to myself.. I can do it. So once I was sure I was going to commit to this costume, I set out to JOANN Fabrics… Continue reading Year 1: Monsters Inc/Dorothy
Carnitas Tacos
It's taco Tuesday! I made carnitas tacos because I've been craving them ever since I had some last week at the OC fair. These were a success tonight because even my very picky eater Emma loved them! It's actually a really simple recipe that doesn't take much time, the crockpot does most of the work… Continue reading Carnitas Tacos
Homemade Halloween Costumes Series
It's already August 6th, which means I'm already 6 days behind in making this years Halloween costumes! Yes, I know its early, but I need A LOT of time to make our costumes. Having a full time job, plus being a full time mom, I've got to squeeze in every little chance I get to… Continue reading Homemade Halloween Costumes Series
My Living Room
Here's my living room view from upstairs. It's simple and it works for us for now. Before this room had a t.v. in it, it remained forever spotless, untouched even. Now, since we've got the bigger t.v. in here, a 65', my pillows never look like this anymore. They are either on the floor or… Continue reading My Living Room
Easy How to: Fall Wreath
Hey guys, check out my new Fall wreaths I just made! If you know me, you know I appreciate a good wreath. If you really know me, you know that I like to make my own wreaths. Yes, I am that DIYer who tries to make her own things. Most of the time, I fail… Continue reading Easy How to: Fall Wreath