I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! I can't believe that Christmas is right around the corner. Where has 2017 gone? Over the long Thanksgiving weekend, I did minor Black Friday shopping Friday morning. I ran to Michael's and TjMaxx because was wide awake at 6:30 and couldn't go back to bed. Saturday, I went… Continue reading Holiday Swag
Category: crafts
Spoon Garden Markers
Last year in my herb garden I had Thyme, Oregano, and Rosemary and honestly I couldn't tell which was which. So this year I decided I would change that. I had found some old spoons at various thrift and antique stores in the area and thought they would make nice garden markers. After and exhaustive search… Continue reading Spoon Garden Markers
Chevron Painted Wooden Tool Box
Last summer while digging through your dad's garage for some tools and whatnot for some projects! I found this old wooden toolbox. After making sure my dad didn't need it or want it, I packed up my supplies and brought the box home, where it sat for a while. For this project, I decided… Continue reading Chevron Painted Wooden Tool Box
Inexpensive Valentine’s Day Decorations.
I usually don't decorate for Valentine's day, but this year I thought I would. Maybe, I thought, it would bring me some luck in the love department. I officially took the plunge and I'm trying Match for three months, I'm hoping for some good luck! A little extra luck can't hurt a single girl, right?… Continue reading Inexpensive Valentine’s Day Decorations.
Wisconsin String Art
As I mentioned in Homemade Christmas Gift post I made Wisconsin String art for Betsy as part of her gift. Ir's really easy to make, although it does take a bit of time. Tools: Wood (I picked up a 12 inch square from Michael's) String Paint or stain Hammer Nails Needle-nose pliers Map or outline of… Continue reading Wisconsin String Art
Hand Made Christmas Gifts
I am happy to say that the holidays are over. These past few months seem to have gone by in a blur! Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years have already come and gone and January is almost over! January is our busy time at work so I pretty much feel drained. Now that the rush of… Continue reading Hand Made Christmas Gifts