Kaylee's favorite food is pepperoni. True story. This little 6 year old asks me to put Hormel Pepperoni or salami in her lunch with cheese cubes. I don't know any other child who gets as excited about pepperoni as she does. Her favorites are the Pepperoni Minis. Today she and I are going to share one of our favorite quick lunch/dinner ideas. Super kid friendly and easy to make. Mini Pepperoni Bagel Bites! Mini Pepperoni Bagel Bites gluesticksblog.com Makes 16 bagel bites. 8 mini ... Read More about Hormel Pepperoni Bagel Bites
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Do You Want to Build a Sock Snowman?
A quick and easy sock snowman for kids to make. No sewing involved! Fill with rice or pillow stuffing for a darling stuffed toy! We always keep a few matchless socks around for crafting puppets or a sock snowman. We found this darling tutorial about 3 years ago for a sock snowman and have been making them every year since! This year we changed them up a little. Instead of a hat, they added a few strands of hair. Instead of a jacket, they added arms and coal. To make their own little ... Read More about Do You Want to Build a Sock Snowman?
Fairy Dust Charm Necklaces
I love crafting with my girlies! They get so excited over the littlest things. Like these little Fairy Dust necklaces! They were so simple to make and they enjoyed showing them to their friends at church the next day. So much so, that we had to take Kaylee's away until after Sunday School. These would make darling stocking stuffers or party favors! Supplies: glitter (Joanns sells these sample packs in several varieties. I bought a rainbow now) jar pendants (Hobby Lobby sells these ... Read More about Fairy Dust Charm Necklaces
Printable Holiday Planner Pages and Organizational Tips
Organize your holiday season with these holiday planner pages. Meal planner, gift list, holiday to do list, contact list and more! My favorite holiday memories have absolutely nothing to do with holiday shopping, crazy crowds or scenes that remind me of "Jingle All the Way". My memories center around family, cutting down our own Christmas tree, decorating gingerbread cookies and looking at Christmas light displays. They are Temple Square lights during the holidays, beautiful nativity ... Read More about Printable Holiday Planner Pages and Organizational Tips
Free Printable Planner Pages
Meal planning pages, shopping lists, note pages, dates to remember and a week at a glance---you'll find all of these FREE printable planner pages to keep you organized this year! This year is quickly coming to a close, as much as I would like to pause it for awhile, and my 2014 printable calendar and weekly planner is coming to an end as well. But don't fret, I have the 2015 one to share! I had a lot of fun making my own printables this time! AND...The Printable Holiday Planner pages are ... Read More about Free Printable Planner Pages
Retro Poplin Shirtdress Review
 There are only a few things that will get me out from behind my camera, and a new dress is one of them. I absolutely love my retro poplin shirtdress. It is simple, feminine, and quite possibly the most comfortable dress I've ever owned. This is because I had it made to my exact measurements. I also added a longer length, short sleeves instead of cap sleeves, and pockets. The skirt is super full and flowy. It is just so fun to wear! So there you go. This is me, and now I ... Read More about Retro Poplin Shirtdress Review
Every Girl Needs a Twirly Dress
Every little girl needs a twirly dress. One that moves as light and princess-like as she does. My girls love wearing dresses and I love making them so it's a match made in heaven. I made this dress for Kaylee and tucked into her closet that night after she went to sleep. The next morning she ran downstairs and said, "Surprise!! I found a new dress and am going to wear it to school!" She did and she looked absolutely darling. We did decide, however, that the next time she wore it to school that ... Read More about Every Girl Needs a Twirly Dress
Wicker Quilt Pattern
I have a new love; Quilting. It all started with the one I made using my grandmother's appliqués and I just can't seem to stop! My instagram feed is flooded with beautiful photos of quilts and fabrics. Maybe I should stop following so many talented ladies because unfortunately fabric doesn't grow on trees and all those photos make me want to stockpile it! This is the first of four quilts that I plan on making. One for each of my children. I've never made them anything larger than a ... Read More about Wicker Quilt Pattern
Sew A Drawstring Trick or Treat Bag for Halloween
Bigger than a plastic pumpkin, smaller than a pillowcase, and the top cinches closed. The perfect trick or treat bag for Halloween night! The kids each have a fabric trick or treat bag that I made 4 years ago and they still use them! Just a basic drawstring bag that holds plenty of sweet treats! And this pattern is great for other bags too, just swap out the fabric! Use them to store Legos, or a place to keep wooden magnetic dolls, or jewelry! They are so fun and so easy to ... Read More about Sew A Drawstring Trick or Treat Bag for Halloween
