So, I had a good idea. The idea was to repaint the family room and kitchen walls. But if I painted the kitchen walls, I would want to paint the cabinets white. But if I painted the cabinets white, I would need new kitchen chairs and barstools to match. If I got new kitchen […]
Yesterday, I guest posted over at Project Run and Play and I promised that I would explain how we got Ainsley’s awesomely red rain boots! And seriously, it couldn’t be easier… One of my lovely friends gave me a pair of her son’s old rain boots for free! If you don’t have someone to give […]
Hey guys! I am super excited to be guest posting over at Project Run and Play today. Being a part of the competition last season was such an amazing experience and I wish all of the lovely ladies the best of luck! I will be the guest judge for this week and I am sure […]
As announced on my Facebook page, I am on the hunt for a few guest bloggers! You could write about decorating, sewing, parenting, life, etc or even provide the readers with a fun tutorial! This could be a one time guest spot or we could chat about having you over even more often, if you […]
Hey guys! I have been spending lots of time creating new items for my Etsy shop, but I am so worried that I won’t get it all completed by my target date of mid-February. The darn kids expect me to feed them and take care of them…. don’t they understand I have stuff to create?? […]
Okay, so this has been a LONG time coming and I finally took the plunge! My new URL!!! www.welcometothemousehouse.com YAY! Please copy and paste that if you want to still be able to access my site. You can still access me at www.cometothemousehouse.blogspot.com but I am now going to be using my […]
By no means am I very good at photography, but I have to start getting serious about taking decent product photos for the relaunch of my etsy shop (which I am hoping to reopen Mid February!) During my time off, I have been sewing and crafting, but also learning how to take better pictures. I […]
Remember forever ago when I said I was working on Ainsley’s “shabby chic” bedroom? (see the Before pictures HERE) Other than finding pictures to put inside the frames, the room is finally finished! Phew. View from the doorway I made the canopy over her bed a few years ago and it is still holding […]
I am back with some more organization tips and photos! So far, I have shown how we organize toys and how we organize our bookbag/school area. Now it is time to share how we store all those craft supplies the kids use! If your kids are anything like mine, they love coloring and cutting and […]
We had wonderful Christmas this year! Christmas Eve was spent at my Mum’s house We even managed to get a photo where ALL of us are looking at the camera! We enjoyed a fantastic dinner and time together as a family Then, we knew it was time to head home when the kids heard […]
We are gearing up for a busy few days over here, so I wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a VERY Merry Christmas! Ethan and Ainsley are so excited about Santa this year. Ethan asked for numbers (of course) and Ainsley asked for a cotton candy machine. I wonder if she will […]
This is a repost from my contribution post over at Mod Podge Rocks Blog last month. You still have plenty of time to make this easy peasy NO-SEW Christmas shirt! Even though sewing is one of my main hobbies, I am well aware that not everyone has the desire (or capability) to sew clothing items […]
Need some last minute stocking stuffers? I am excited to announce a holiday promotion from Fekkai Hair Care! Place order and receive 10% off your total order PLUS receive a complimentary holiday headband with $50 purchase (while supplies last) Click HERE to check out this promotion and snag yourself (or wonderful gifts for a friend) […]
Yeah, I know. I am a tad crazy for making our Elf on the Shelf a skirt, but she really seemed like she needed some party clothes 🙂 If you are slightly crazy like me, I have a tutorial for you to make your own Elf on the Shelf skirt for a lot less than […]
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