I love the holidays! Christmas is my favorite time of the year, and every year get excited to wrap presents. I pour myself a glass of wine or make up a cocktail, lock myself in my craft room, and listen to Christmas music while I wrap up all the … [Read more...]
EASY CRICUT JOY CRAFT: OMBRE COASTERS
Did you just purchase a Joy and now you are looking for an easy Cricut Joy craft? This is the project for you! These colorful ombre coasters are easy to make, and they are the perfect way to get to know your new Cricut Joy! EASY CRICUT JOY … [Read more...]
I KNOW THAT MY REDEEMER LIVES SIGN
While I have nothing against cutesy Easter decorations -- I've shared plenty of them here on the blog -- they don't represent the real joy of Easter. The peace of Easter comes from the certainty of Christ's resurrection. You can make your own I Know … [Read more...]
100 DAYS COFFEE MUG FOR TEACHERS
Getting through the first 100 days of school is an achievement for students AND teachers. And, as I know from experience, the teacher's achievement is almost certainly fueled by lots and lots of coffee. Make a special mug for the teachers … [Read more...]
SHE’S CRAFTY FREE SVG FILE
Anybody who knows me in real life knows I have a few hobbies that I enjoy, but crafting and craft beer are at the top of the list. When the group of my blogging friends decided to create SVG files of craft quotes, I knew I wanted mine to include both … [Read more...]
DIY CAMPFIRE HOODIE – FREE SVG FILE
As much as I love the smell of a campfire, it does have a tendency to hang out on your clothes for days on end. You can spare the rest of your wardrobe by designating a specific hoodie that you wear to every bonfire this fall. You can use the … [Read more...]
GOLD AND WOOD REVERSE CANVAS
As some of you might now, I used to be a high school English teacher. Each year, I sort of dreaded teaching Transcendentalism. Emerson, Thoreau, and their buddies just aren't my jam. BUT, I do love this particular Emerson quote. I figured it … [Read more...]
“BOTTOMS UP” DIY NEON IRON-ON KOOZIES
I know it doesn't seem like it, especially in the Midwest right now, but summer is on its way. Whether you have plans to chill around a bonfire, lounge by the pool, or throw a backyard BBQ for your friends, you will need a way to keep your refreshing … [Read more...]
PAMPERING MOTHER’S DAY GIFT
Being a mom is wonderful work. It is also sometimes thankless work. The beauty of Mother's Day is that there is a day of the year when we can really show our moms how much they mean to us. Although Mom may say that spending time with her … [Read more...]
FREE GAME OF THRONES SHIRT SVG FILES
Of all the Game of Thrones geeks, we Book Readers are the worst. We know we are annoying, but we just can't help ourselves! Yes, we knew the Red Wedding was coming before you did, and watching your reaction was priceless! We definitely will … [Read more...]