Tag: Family

Make it Monday- To Die For Blueberry Muffins

Make it Monday- To Die For Blueberry Muffins

Today it is much cooler. I love the weather right now. Check out how hot it got inside yesterday. I do think 83 is simply uncomfortable in a home! And the heat was a great excuse to take it easy.  Since today is much, much, 

A New Treasury!

A New Treasury!

Ready, Set , Make! single piece of pattern… washimatta $4.50 USD Mixed Media Collage Gam… TinkersShop $6.00 USD Vintage Pressed Clay Po… destashspecia… $5.00 USD Cool Flinch Playing Car… NomadCraftsSu… $2.50 USD Girl Friday by Cosmo Cr… luckykaerufabric $7.75 USD Vintage Ephemera and Mi… northwestnest 

Strawberry Season Hits Salem

Strawberry Season Hits Salem

A friend invited my kiddos and me out to Daum’s Produce Farm to pick some delicious strawberries. It was just the right weather for picking, not too hot with a slight breeze to cool us down. I’ve never been to Daum’s. I usually go to 

Tackle it Tuesday-Tips for a Killer Garage Sale

Tackle it Tuesday-Tips for a Killer Garage Sale

If you are like me you’ve got lots of treasures (read junk) hanging around and cluttering your closets, drawers and garage. Why give your items a new home where someone will love it while making some extra cash? Here are some of my tips for 

Father’s Day French Toast

Father’s Day French Toast

Breakfast in bed is always a nice treat for dad. To make it special try making some yummy  french toast made with Cinnamon Chip bread from Great Harvest Bread . First off, find a cooking buddy. Little Missy helped me this morning. Next cut up 

Wrapping it Up for Father’s Day

Wrapping it Up for Father’s Day

Father’s Day is almost here. Today we wrapped up the  last few things. The kids and I decided to get creative with our wrapping. All of these supplies we got from SCRAP. If you haven’t been there yet and live in the Portland area, make 

A Vintage Suitcase Saves the Day- Making a Cool Jewelry Tote

A Vintage Suitcase Saves the Day- Making a Cool Jewelry Tote

I don’t know if you remember this cute little suitcase? Well, it’s now holding my jewelry after a little bit of work. I was contacted by a local school that is looking for a creative gift to give their principal who is moving to another 

Crazy Hair Again

Crazy Hair Again

It was crazy hair day at Little Missy’s school. Last year she had bird’s nest hair. This year she went for something a little more tame. Since it was a warm day, she wanted to wear her Hawaiian printed shirt. To go along with the 

Blooming

Blooming

Published via Jessica’s Blog: Northwest Nest I remember him as a baby. Born early he was constantly sleepy and didn’t want to eat. I held him and looked at his little wrinkled body. I thought he would never get used to nursing, but he did. 

Wings of Wonder

Wings of Wonder

We visited a very magical place last week, Wings of Wonder. Located off the beaten path in Independence, you’ll find butterfly utopia. Our tour included an educational lecture about the lifespan of the butterfly as well as butterfly facts. I was surprised by the comical 

Easter Fun

Easter Fun

Posted via Jessica’s Blog I do hope you had a good Easter. The kids were delighted that the Easter Bunny came to our house twice; once to deliver baskets, and then when the weather was nice, he visited again to sprinkle eggs throughout our yard. 

Tackle it Tuesday, Tales of a Clothing Huntress

Tackle it Tuesday, Tales of a Clothing Huntress

Spotting the clearance rack, my heart pounds, my palms sweat, and my feet move me swiftly to my target. I scan quickly for a tag which reveals my reward. I am ruthless and cunning, I am the Clothing Huntress! Okay, back to reality. One of 

Love is in the Air

Love is in the Air

Valentine’s Day through a Child’s Eyes