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Almost Famous Dress by Whimsy Couture
I recently had the opportunity to test a new sewing pattern by Whimsy Couture Patterns called The Almost Famous Tulle Dress. She said the revised pattern should be released sometime around Christmas, so keep your eyes out if you are interested in buying it! (here is the one I made from the test pattern…. and yes, I […]
DIY Striped Fabric with Painter’s Tape
I realize that these are a long overdue, but I am finally getting around to sharing some tutorials from my win on Project Run and Play! The new season is starting soon and I was asked to be a Guest Judge for Week #2. I am so excited to see what the new designers come […]
Kiki: Our Elf on the Shelf
Yep, we succumbed to the peer pressure of all the other over- achieving parents and we bought the elf. The darn Elf on the Shelf. The elf that is requiring way too much thought and effort on a daily basis. From the beginning, we both agreed to set the bar fairly low so that […]
Deck the Halls Dress: Tutorial
Remember the Christmas dress I made for Ainsley last year? It still fits her! Score! There is still time to make your own, so make sure to check out one of my most popular posts/tutorials! Mouse House Christmas Dress (or popularly referred to as the “Deck the Halls Dress”) Click HERE for the full […]
Christmas Decorations 2012
It’s December!!! How is it already December?? Time is going way too fast lately, isn’t it? We finally finished up our Christmas decorations and I wanted to share with all of you. Enjoy! The fireplace and mantle: We decided to do a “Kid Tree” this year and the kids absolutely love it! All of their […]
Dish Towel: DIY Image Transfer Tutorial
I am a project contributor for Mod Podge Rocks and I recently created a tutorial over there for a fun and easy NO-SEW Christmas shirt. (Click HERE for full tutorial) While I was making the shirt, I decided to try a few other projects using Mod Podge and I came up with a cute gift […]
Broccoli Cheese Soup
Time to share my Broccoli Cheese Soup recipe from my guest post over at Delia Creates earlier this month. Enjoy! *********************************************** Soup is one of those healing foods. There is something so wonderful about the warmth, the love, the taste. No matter what ingredients are included, soup is just so lovely. When Delia […]
Tutorial: Mod Podge Rocks!
How lucky am I? I am now a Project Contributor for Mod Podge Rocks blog. Cool, right? Go over there today to see my “No-Sew Christmas Shirt” tutorial using Mod Podge! Ainsley seems very happy with her new shirt (and skirt)! I truly hope all of you have a very wonderful Thanksgiving […]
Organizing: Kids’ Toys
I am back for some more tips on organization! One of the most popular questions I have to answer is “Where the HECK do you put all the toys?” People seem to be very concerned that my poor children must not have anything to play with because they never see any remnants of toys in […]
The Family Room: Reveal
How is it that I have never done a whole post about our Family Room? We spend the most time as a family in this room, so perhaps it is just always a mess and I have never felt like cleaning it up enough to take decent photos? Either way, I feel like it is […]
Organizing: Book Bags and Kids
Starting back in September, both Ethan and Ainsley have been in school which means, book bags, folders, calendars, and important papers. It took me a few months to figure out a good system, but I finally set up an area to corral it all! This area is right by our back door and it is […]
The Shabby Chic Cottage: DIY Cardboard Box Fun
Just recently, I had posted a DIY project on my Mouse House Facebook page and I have never received so many messages and emails in my life! Apparently, this was a hit with people and they wanted to see more. (and if you aren’t a fan of my facebook page yet, consider doing it because I […]
Junior League of Reading: Holiday Kitchen Tour
If you happen to live near Reading, Pennsylvania, make sure to check out the 2012 Holiday Kitchen tour sponsored by The Junior League of Reading. It would be so fun to check out all of those magnificent kitchens! The Junior League of Reading, PA, Inc. Announces its 3rd Annual Holiday Kitchen Tour The Junior League […]
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