Simple no sew drapery panels

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Hey all! Happy Friday! And Happy Derby weekend. Don’t forget to cheer on the horses on Saturday:) I told you a few weeks back about our solution for hanging the drapery panels…but I wanted to show you just how easy these were to make. I loved this fabric by Waverly (Williamsburg collection) It was the perfect color and style for this craft … [Read more...]

CB2 wants to take you to Brazil with the Novogratzs!!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of CB2 for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. CB2 (Crate and Barrel 2) has a fabulous new line of items coming out on May 2nd. They have teamed up with the Novogratz’s to create some one of a kind items that are all inspired by their vacation home in Brazil. You will love these items. CB2 … [Read more...]

Help your favorite teacher with Office Depot and Adopt A Classroom

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I think it is kind of rare…for your best friend to have been your first friend. My “sister-from-another-motha” was my very first friend. Literally, our moms were good friends and neighbors before we were born. So technically, we were buddies while in utero.  But just because parents are friends….doesn’t always mean their kids will be … [Read more...]

Tech Tuesday: USB bracelet

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I think this would be super handy….and super cute to wear out! Always have your music and pics on you…at a moments notice…whip off your bracelet and play some tune:) Probably would be really handy for the college student in your life too. Is it jewelry? Or a computer peripheral? Actually, the USB Bracelet (€30; roughly $40) is a … [Read more...]

Triple Berry Bar Recipe

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Some of you (me being included in this statement) place “fruit” outside of the “dessert” category. I remember when my Grammie would have her bridge group over....she would make this pineapple upside down cake for dessert. I always thought…”well that’s a rip off….there is no chocolate! That’s an excuse for a dessert.” Since … [Read more...]

DIY Art Cart

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Happy weekend friends! Hopefully it is warming up where you live and you can get out and about....or maybe make this really cool DIY Art Cart:) I looked around for a “rolling island” piece of furniture for my office but kept coming up short. Hubs and I designed one out on paper and decided to build it ourselves. The goal was to have a place … [Read more...]

Parent tips for Instagram

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Another quick chat about the social media app called Instagram. I love instagram. It is a natural fit for me because I could look at photographs all day. It is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family (and favorite bloggers) all over the globe because it is quick and very user friendly. However, there is a learning curve for children … [Read more...]

Packing for vacation: Kids Clothing checklist

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I remember when I was little and we were about to go on vacation. My mom went crazy packing (I mean that in the nicest way possible Mom ;) She is kind of a genius when it comes to laundry. Not kidding, her skill with the iron should really be taught. I however, did not get that talent. I suppose I understand why she went a little nutty. She … [Read more...]

Tech Tuesday: Laydown Laptop stand

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How many oxymorons are in that title? Am I making your think too hard for a Tuesday morning? My head hurts… Ok, when I first saw this—I thought, “well, I am sure I would get the defective one and my laptop would end up on my face…and then I would have to explain that bruise for the rest of summer…” (just me? ) I suppose if you are … [Read more...]

Mother’s Day Cookies Giveaway

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Hi guys! I am popping in real quick to give you a chance to win $80 in custom Cookies from Gourmet Cookie Bouquets. This could easily take care of all your Mother’s Day gifts! Sign up is super easy. Just see the rafflecopter box below.   There are several varieties of treats to chose from…I am sure you will find plenty of gifts … [Read more...]