by Nicole Etolen | Jan 5, 2018 | Tips & Crafts
With wind chill advisories threatening temperatures that feel like -25 degrees outside, I’ve been freaking out a bit and trying to make sure I know how we’ll stay warm if our power goes out. Considering I live on a heavily tree-lined street and our power...
by Nicole Etolen | Dec 5, 2017 | Tips & Crafts
This easy Christmas craft is sponsored by Kwik Stix. All opinions are my own. When it comes to crafting, I’m kind of like a toddler in two ways. First (and probably most obvious), my skills aren’t exactly what one would call upper-level crafting talent....
by Nicole Etolen | Nov 21, 2017 | Tips & Crafts
Looking for an inexpensive way to decorate your tree AND keep the kids (or yourself) busy during the holiday season? Check out these 25 adorable handmade Christmas ornaments to make! I remember my first Christmas season away from home. I was living in an apartment in...
by Nicole Etolen | Apr 6, 2017 | Lifestyle, Tips & Crafts
Unless you’re allergic to them, I think we can all admit that the return of flowers is one of the best things about spring. I’ve never been a fan of longer days (I prefer the night) or hot weather (I’m a fall breeze kind of gal), but I do love all...
by Kristy R | Jan 18, 2017 | For the Home, Gift Ideas, Tips & Crafts
It’s time to freshen up my house a little with some adorable Valentine’s Day decorations! Once all my holiday decorations have been packed, the house feels a little empty. I like to sweeten up my house with a few well placed Valentine’s Day decorations. I’ve rounded...
by Nicole Etolen | Dec 2, 2016 | For the Home, Tips & Crafts
Decking the halls with boughs of holly isn’t exactly all fa, la, la when you’re short on space! I have a fairly decent-sized house yet I still have zero surface space left for extravagant holiday decor. That doesn’t stop me from getting into the...
by Kristy R | Nov 17, 2016 | Gift Ideas, Tips & Crafts
If your Christmas always includes a touch of Star Wars like mine does, then you need to see this list of handmade and DIY ornaments. I’ve gathered a list of fun Star Wars themed ornaments for inspiration from all geeky crafting levels. So where you’re more of a glue...
by Nicole Etolen | Nov 8, 2016 | Blogging, Tips & Crafts
Want to make your holiday graphics really stand out? Today I’m sharing seven fabulous resources from my partners at DesignCuts that will allow you to create everything from blog graphics and holiday printables to the most unique Christmas newsletter your family...
by Nicole Etolen | Oct 25, 2016 | Tips & Crafts
Halloween is just days away, but you still have plenty of time to pull off a few more fun seasonal crafts! From masks to pumpkins to front door decor, DIY your way to the perfect spooky holiday! These crafts are fun to do with the kids or on your own! Huge...
by Kristy R | Oct 20, 2016 | For the Home, Gift Ideas, Tips & Crafts
I love a good geeky craft and am always looking for some of the best ideas to put in my own house, and give out as gifts. I’ve been spinning around YouTube lately, and there are so many fun ideas if you like to make projects that lean to the geeky side. I’ve picked...
