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Snow Day: It’s For the Birds
Like so many of my friends in the south, we’ve had a few snow days this year. But allow me to point out that when we have a snow day in Pennsylvania, it’s because we actually have SNOW. Lot’s of it!...
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Making Creative Simple with Makia Creations: A Giveaway!
I adore Alison and Missy from How Does She, so I’m really excited to tell you about their newest venture called Makia Creations (pronouced Make-ee-ah). There’s an awesome giveaway at the end of this...
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DIY Spring Wreath
There may still be snow on the ground at Casa Kimba, but I’ve been dreaming of spring for a month. I figured it was time to replace the pine cone wreath that’s been hanging in my kitchen with something...
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Yarny, Grassy, Spring Butterfly Wreath
Do you want to know how to make one of these fluffy, spring butterfly wreaths? It’s ridiculously simple and I feel kind of silly even telling you. Here’s all you need: 1. A foam wreath form: I used a...
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Pottery Barn Hack
I love getting my Pottery Barn catalog in the mail. I always find inspiration. If only someone would send me the “Lots of Spare Time” catalog. But I nearly always see something that I want to try and...
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Who Does Pottery Barn Hack?
Because I think their Anna Moss Basket looks a wee bit like my Moss Easter Basket from last year. Check out this post for easy instructions for your own DIY Moss Basket. Who Does Pottery Barn Hack? is...
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Easy Spring Grass Centerpiece
Hello, sweet friends! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. Ours was spent hiding indoors from Old Man Winter who made a very unwelcome return. Doesn’t he know it’s spring? I’m ready for some...
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Crafty Stuff ~ Decoupaged Spring Candles
A few weeks ago, I saw Centsational Girl’s pretty blossom candle and I was reminded of a craft that I recently did using inexpensive prayer candles. I made these with a group of kids at church, but I...
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Spring Spruce-Up: DIY Doormat
My poor front stoop looked severely neglected after a long, hard winter. The doormat was literally torn in two. And the ick and gunk that had accumulated underneath it was too horrifying to mention....
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The Agony of the Ill-Placed Light Switch
One of my pet-peeves are poorly placed light switches. You would think that since we built our house, that all of our switches would be perfectly placed for function and eye-pleasing-ness. You would be...
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Summer List
It all started with Meg from Whatever. Her Summer List idea has become a bit of a phenomenon in the blogging world. I latched onto her idea and it’s changed the way we do summer. This is our 3rd year...
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Front Door Hydrangea Basket
I’ve been wanting something new for my front door for a while now, but I can never figure out what to put on the door in the summer. A wreath feels too fall-ish or winter-ish. And I’m not a huge fan...
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Displaying Kid’s Artwork: Love This!
Several months ago, I shared the Kid’s Artwork Gallery Wall that I put together in my hallway. Over the summer, we’ve created lots of new masterpieces, so I’ve been changing out the artwork pretty...
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Super Easy Cork Wall
I love projects that are quick, easy and have a big impact. This one hits all three and it got me a “MOM! That’s cool!” from my son. I seriously want to cover an entire room with cork right now. It...
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Crafty Stuff with the Kids
Hello sweet friends! I hope you’re all having wonderful, relaxing summers. I can’t exactly say ours has been relaxing, but it’s been fun. I’ve been neck-deep in kid’s crafty stuff since I was helping...
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Project Fail: Don’t Do What I Did
We’re all about transparency here at ASPTL. So when a project fails, I’m gonna tell you. My easy cork wall stayed securely attached to the wall for 2 whole weeks. I used double-sided foam tape and it...
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Homemade Bubbles: So Easy to DIY
We’re squeezing the last drops out of summer here. I get misty just thinking about school starting in 2 weeks. The kids have been asking to cross “Make Homemade Bubbles” off of our summer list for...
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For the Love of Hobby Lobby
For years, I have envied all of you who have easy access to your beloved Hobby Lobby. I’ve watched longingly as you’ve browsed her aisles of picture frames, mirrors and artwork. I’ve drooled a bit...
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320 Balloons: A Birthday Tradition
Hello, my friends! Yes, I am still alive. Somehow, the last couple of weeks have slipped through my fingers. I’ve been savoring the last few drops of summer and our time has been filled with bubble...
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The Birthday Banner
We added two new birthday traditions to our home a couple of weeks ago. I love having fun little traditions that the kids remember. Last week, I shared the birthday balloon wreath and this week, I’ll...
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The 144 Clothespin Wreath
I had an empty wall in my laundry room that was begging for something fun to fill the space. Last month, I saw this project over at Young House Love and I couldn’t get it out of my head. But I didn’t...
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Displaying Art on a DIY Cork Board
Some friends sent us a piece of artwork that I treasure. I wanted to display it in a special way, so I put together a DIY cork board that works perfectly. Making the cork board was ridiculously easy. I...
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Martha Stewart Hack
via A couple of months ago, I saw this picture of Martha Stewart’s Gourd Garland on Pinterest. I loved it. So simple and pretty. And it made me want to put a split-rail fence all around my yard. I have...
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Yarn Pumpkins AKA Yumpkins
How adorable are these yarn wrapped pumpkins? Totally huggable. I think. I am crushing on all things yarn right now because I can’t resist all the yummy fall colors. I bought a few fake pumpkins last...
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Spider Web String Art: Halloween Mantel
I don’t do a whole lot of Halloween decorating. Not because I don’t like the holiday (I love it!), but mostly because it usually sneaks up on me and I’m not prepared. Shall I show you my boys...
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