We’ve all been there – what we want isn’t what our pocketbook will allow. Bummer, right? Well these knock off decor DIY projects will give your home that high end look you love, without hurting your wallet.
Easy Red Carpet Party Backdrop
Throwing a VIP themed party? Here’s an inexpensive and simple to make red carpet party backdrop. Your guests will have a ball posing in front of this! Now that the Circus’ bathroom is finished and I’m finally able to come back up for air, I’m working to get caught back up on posting and finishing…
The Circus’ Colorful Bathroom Makeover Reveal
A bathroom makeover full of color and personality.
Primp and Pamper Bathroom Update: Week 3
Another week of the bathroom makeover and another week of me not getting as much done as I’d planned on. 😜 But… We do have fully painted trim and walls and……wallpaper! Wall Trim / Flooring / Wallpaper / Vanity I spent part of Sunday and all of Labor Day hanging wallpaper. I forgot how much of a chore it can be….
Bathroom Primp & Pamper: Week 2 Update
Unfortunately, I haven’t gotten as much done in the bathroom this past week as I would have liked to. Womp womp womp. There have been a few unexpected things that got added to my list, some things taking longer than expected and as I told my paint guy yesterday – “If I could actually get…
Hold Onto Your Britches Season
This post is in partnership with iRobot®. While this was a sponsored opportunity, all content and opinions expressed here are my own. I’m not sure where August has gone. One day I’m dropping the kid off for her first day back to school, thinking about all the work I’ve got to get caught up on…
Black and White Dining Room Mini-Makeover
Sometimes living in black and white isn’t so boring and this black and white dining room proves it! You just need a few shots of color to add into the mix! Don’t miss the decorating ideas in this glam dining room!
Bathroom Primp & Pamper: The Circus’ Bathroom Before Pics and Plans
When we bought the 70’s Landing Pad, we were very much focused on getting it remodeled as quickly as possible and getting in. While waiting to close, I remember having grand design plans for nearly every space in the house, but when we finally closed and as we worked on replacing flooring, gutting bathrooms, etc.,…
Free Printable VIP Pass
Use this free printable VIP pass for your next special event, party or just for your kiddos to have fun with! Simply print, cut out and place in a lanyard!
How to Cover Damaged Bathroom Walls on a Budget
Looking for a simple and super affordable way to cover damaged bathroom walls left behind by old wall tile? We’ve been there too. We had little budget and lots of damaged wall in one of our bathrooms. Our solution cost us less than $100 – and it looks great!
Easy DIY Room Divider
Looking for an easy way to divide a space without it being permanent? This DIY room divider screen might just be your answer! It’s super simple to make and it’s easily removable! I know many people are all about “open concept” when it comes to homes these days. People want their kitchen, living and dining…
DIY Kids Microphones – Great party favors!
This easy-to-make kids microphone will make any little guy or gal feel like the star of their own show! These are perfect for everyday play, but also make great party favors as well! Best of all – this toy microphone is simple and affordable to make. Since summer has ended and both of my crew…
My Go-To Bags for Stress Free Family Travel + Packing Tips
As you all know, my little family loves to take a trip. Since the kid was a baby, we’ve always done our usual yearly and sometimes bi-yearly beach trip. As she’s gotten older though, we’ve been able to expand destinations that include a bit more exploring – there was no one happier than her mama when we went to Boston and this kid happily skipped along the Freedom Trail asking a zillion questions.
Summer of Seven: Finale
While it’s still blazin’ hot out there, the end of the summer is upon our crew. Grunt started back to work last week and the Circus started back to school this week. These last few weeks of Summer haven’t been too much different than the first. If you didn’t see the post about the first…
Tips for Snagging the Best Deals on Woot + My Scores
A couple of weeks ago, I told you about Woot – one of my go-to places for snatching up products at deep discounts that I can’t always buy at my go-to thrift stores. 🙂 I also told you about their upcoming birthday week and all the great deals they would be having.
Well, I kept a close eye on their site in case they had anything we’d been holding out on purchasing or in case I saw any great potential gift items for the holidays. I ended up walking away from their birthday week with a few fantastic bargain purchases….
Summer of Seven: Splash!
If you need a quick, but loaded with fun trip this summer, then Dollywood Splash Country might be perfect for your crew! There’s something for everyone here! And be sure to stay at Dolly’s own hotel, the Dollywood DreamMore Resort – there’s nothing else like it! Last year, we started the tradition of taking the…
A month with Greta.
It’s been a little over a month since we added a new addition to our family. She’s not cute and cuddly, but she is sleek and efficient.
She’s Greta.
Summer of Seven
It has been a whirlwind summer around here, folks. Rarely has there been a dull moment, and if one did arise, we were quick to nip it in the bud. 🙂 As most summers go, it gets a little quieter around here on the blog than usual. Grunt is a teacher so he’s off during…
Classy Crap
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A desk that almost got the better of me…
When I started this blog, I worked at my grandparent’s old kitchen table. It has always served me well over the years and not surprisingly, it came through for me then too. There’s just something a little more special about a southern kitchen table. There are kitchen tables and then there are kitchen tables that become anchors for your life.
Less Stress, More Summer
This summer, we’ll be by the pool soaking in the sunshine and sweetness of being seven – and telling the to-do list exactly where it can go….
Red Carpet Theme Party: The Circus’ 7th Birthday
Roll out the red carpet and create your own Hollywood using these red carpet theme party ideas! You’ll throw a VIP party that no one will ever forget! While the Circus’ birthday is in May, she started talking party themes in January. And promptly after her birthday party this year, she started talking themes for…
Saving the All-You-Can-Eat Buffet
I knew I had failed both her and my Pap when she had no idea what the Golden Corral was.
A couple months back, when asked where she wanted to eat, the Circus said, “Olive Garden.” What she didn’t realize was that her uncle had already made up his mind that we were heading to the Golden Corral.
When she announced she didn’t know what that was, I knew I had done my Pap a disservice.
6 DIY Kids Pretend Play Stations for Play Based Learning
Looking for great ways to get your kids away from the screen and instead up and using their imagination? These DIY pretend play stations for play based learning will help to do just that! On top of it all, you’ll probably score major brownie points with your kids for making these for them! Summer is…