Crow Jane Jewelry feature, promo & GIVEAWAY!

This week on Shop Small Saturday Showcase, things are a bit different.  Usually, I have an interview with a lovely shop owner and a few pictures of the wonderful handmade goods to share with you.  However, when Jessica of Crow Jane Jewelry shared her workspace, I know that I needed to add a few more pictures to the final feature.  After all, I love...

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5 DIY Furniture Projects & Do Tell Tuesday #58!

Welcome back to Do Tell Tuesday!  As you may remember from before, one of the hosts will bring you a set of features each week with a common theme.  This week, Cassie was the lucky host to choose the features, and she chose some lovely DIY furniture ideas! Before we get to this week's features & the link party, let's meet the hosts... Keep...

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Spazz Happy Line Design feature & GIVEAWAY!

This week on Shop Small Saturday Showcase, I'm featuring Spazz Happy Line Design, with the impeccably named Tiff Tuttle.  Her geometric designs are so fun, and I can't wait for you to check them out!  As well as coming in a variety of creative shapes, they can adorn everything from your walls to coffee table and can hang in a pretty corner or take center stage...

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How to: DIY a Dress Upcycled from Oversized T-shirts

Remember my DIY Shibori Dress post from waaay back when?  Well, I promised to share a tutorial on how I made the dress upcycled from two oversized T-shirts.  Here it is! A few words: I made roughly a medium sized dress from two XL T-shirts, but the size will be adjusted to your size when you make your pattern. Disclaimer: I'm not a sewing expert and it's been...

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Lovely Valentine's Day Crafts & Do Tell Tuesday #57!

Welcome back to Do Tell Tuesday!  As you may remember from last week, one of the hosts will bring you a set of features each week with a common theme.  This week, Lisa was the lucky host to choose the features, and she chose some lovely Valentine's Day crafts for the holiday right around the corner! Before we get to this week's features & the link...

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Tea Drops feature & GIVEAWAY!

This week’s Shop Small Saturday Showcase feature is perfect for the chilly weather right now because it’s all about one of my favorite beverages: tea!  Sashee is such a warm, inviting person, it's only right that she wants to spread her love of tea to the world through Tea Drops.  Seriously, check out the beautiful video below, and you'll see exactly what I mean! Coincidentally,...

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Hello (& Instagrams) from the Philippines!

Originally, I had scheduled a crafty post for today (per my brand new blogging schedule)... but I'm in the Philippines!  So far, I have only had about a day in Manila.  It consisted of sleeping, food, and a short walk around town before the entire city practically shut down when the Pope arrived.  However, I have a few pictures to share with you already! To...

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Blueberry & Peanut Butter "Mini Toasts"

“I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council. I received a stipend to facilitate my purchase for my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation.” As you might know, I will be winging my way across the globe to the Philippines & Australia today! What does this have to...

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5 Hearty Winter Soups and Stews + Do Tell Tuesday #56!

Welcome back to Do Tell Tuesday!  As you may remember from last week, one of the hosts will bring you a set of features each week with a common theme.  This week, I was the lucky host to choose my features, so you know I had to go with a cooking theme! ******************** Before we get to this week's features, let's meet the hosts... Keep up with...

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Stacy Wong Handmade feature and GIVEAWAY!

Welcome back to the Shop Small Saturday Showcase!  For today's feature, I have the lovely Stacy of Stacy Wong Handmade!  She has so many lovely items in her shop, all with an attention to detail and lovingly handmade by the woman herself!  I curated a few items in the collage below, which would be amazing for Valentine's Day, but I think many of her items are...

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2015 Desktop Wallpaper Freebie!

It is already 2015, so that means new calendars!  Since last year's 2014 Computer Desktop Wallpaper download was so popular, I wanted to share my new version with you all. Also, if you like this design, make sure to head to this post to download the iPhone wallpaper below! Same as last year, there are two versions for you to choose from. This...

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2015 iPhone Wallpaper Freebie!

After last year's popular 2014 iPhone Wallpaper download, I thought I would whip up a new version since it was so popular! I updated the screen size to work with the new iPhone 6, but hopefully it will work with other screen sizes.  Also, if you like this design, make sure to head to this post to download the computer desktop wallpaper below! Without further...

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Raisin Bread Toasts with Braided String Cheese & Honey

Today, I am coming to you with one of my favorite snacks!  I adore bruschetta, crostini, and anything on a mini toast, but this is a sweeter take on the typical flavors that you may be used to.  This "recipe" is super quick, easy, and it actually makes a great little party appetizer as well! You only need a few ingredients, which may be a little on the unusual...

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Wood Project Tutorials & Do Tell Tuesday #55!

Welcome to the first Do Tell Tuesday of 2015!  This year, we are shaking things up and doing things just a bit differently.  Each week, one of the hosts will bring you a set of features with a common theme.  This week Tori is taking over and bringing us some beautiful tutorials using wood!  Before I hand it off to Tori and her features, let's meet...

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Blogging Hiatus Over! (I'm Baaack...)

Well, hello again friends!  Happy New Year! Are you wondering where I was the for the last four months?  Or do you want to know what big plans and changes I have in store for the new year?  Let's catch up, shall we?  :)  It is long overdue, and I missed all of y'all.  Here's the scoop on what's been going on behind the scenes while I was...

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