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Looking to makeover an old camper or RV? Don’t miss this post filled with great vintage camper makeovers! I am definitely NOT a camper. Okay, so I was a camper when I was little and my parents did all the work. We’re talking tent setup and take-down, scrambled eggs and pancakes on the Coleman stove, dishes done in separate buckets… Read More
Hi Friends. Today I’m sharing a quick project to help you accessorize for the Fabulous 4th of July this week. These Patriotic Felt Bows are the perfect accessory for you or your little one. They would also make a great summer time gift for anyone who loves a cute bow! Supplies: – Felt {Turquoise, Royal Blue, White, & Red} –… Read More
In just five days we’ll be parading, picnicking, family gathering, and firework-ing (if you’re lucky enough to live in a state where fireworks are legal). Last week we brought you a roundup of pretty patriotic decor ideas; this week we’re waxing patriotic once again to bring you more Independence Day fun with last-minute 4th of July ideas. … … 11… Read More
Believe it or not, the 4th of July is just around the corner. (Wait, already?!?) That means it’s time to bust out your patriotic decor—we’re talking festive buntings, wreaths, word art and all that is red, white and blue. Below you’ll find 12 ideas for infusing your home with patriotism this July. … … 12 Patriotic Decor Ideas … American… Read More
I am a bit too practical sometimes. I like to buy party goods that can be used for any event and I like to get them in bulk. I blame Costco for this particular problem. The problem is that I hate having each and every get together look boring and incomplete. I’ve learned that details are the thing that tie… Read More
Show & Tell Highlights I love this time of year. It’s warm outside. It’s time for fun. And, red, white and blue becomes a party of daily life as we celebrate the U.S. The bright pop of color stand out in the linky. Check out a few of my favorite summertime patriotic projects. Nothing says America like baseball. You’ve got… Read More
Every year after SNAP! I think that I have time to take a breather and every year about mid-May I realize that I am more behind than ever. Sigh. Needless to say, I have not really been prepared for the three birthdays we have had in the three weeks post SNAP!, nor am I truly ready for Mother’s Day next… Read More
Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion for a delightful brunch. This weekend try one of these fantastic breakfast recipes. 15 Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas Strawberry Rhubarb and Mascarpone Crepes via Style at Home Baked French Toast Sticks via Iowa Girl Eats Oreo Pancakes via Minimalist Baker Sparkling Apple Cider Pancakes via Chef in Training Lemon Meringue Pie Stuffed Waffles via Cooking Classy… Read More
Show & Tell Highlights Oh gosh. I hate weeks like this…hate them and love them. There were a ton of great ideas last week and I could have tripled the number of featured projects. *sigh* Be sure to go over and take a peak yourself! Check out this incredibly gorgeous Easter tulip arrangement from A Pretty Life. Tulips are my… Read More
Show & Tell Highlights I love Valentine’s Day…It brings out the best in handmade. You really should go and check out ALL of the projects linked up last week, because there was a whole lot of amazing shared. Here are a 15 of my favorite Valentine’s Day projects from last week… I love the soft/hard nature of this awesome Valentine’s… Read More
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I am absolutely drawn to the fun red, pink and sparkly projects that are being shared online. Here are a few of my favorite Valentine’s Day projects. Check out the amazing Valentine’s Day holiday decor and grab this awesome Valentine’s Day (or any day) printable at My Fabuless Life. Look at these adorable… Read More
Hi friends. Today I’m sharing a quick, inexpensive and fun idea for a Valentine’s Day gift. I’m showing you how to make these upcycled Valentine’s Day gift boxes using Washi Tape! It’s super easy. Supplies: – Washi Tape – Crystal Light Plastic Containers – Scissors You can make these Treat Boxes to hold anything…candy, love notes, money, cookies, etc. I… Read More
The Super Bowl is coming up in less than three weeks. It’s Sunday, February 3rd, to be exact. Whether you’re hosting the big game at your house or watching it somewhere else, finger foods and appetizers are usually the main attraction (besides the commercials, of course!), so I thought I’d share a yummy Super Bowl party appetizer for you to try…. Read More
Hi Friends! Today I’m sharing a really fun way to personalize packaging. I’m showing you how to make your own Foam Stamps in Chevron & Stripes. These stamps are really easy to make and you probably already have enough supplies at home to make them. Supplies: – Craft Foam Sheets (the kind kids make fun crafts out of, you can… Read More
Still looking for ways to get your party on this next week? I am. I’ve decided that sitting in bed for a whole month doesn’t mean we shouldn’t have a zinger of a New Year’s and I have been on the hunt for great ideas. I’ve found so many great simple New Year’s Eve Party ideas, I thought I would… Read More
About a month ago my friend Becky, from The Crafting Chicks, invited me to participate in the Thanks a Day Gratitude Challenge. Each day in November, The Chicks provided a gratitude writing prompt along with a free printable thank you card – what a fun series! I contributed a free printable thank you card. Here’s what it looked like… This… Read More
One of the things I love most about Christmas is the presents – not necessarily receiving presents, but I like to choose just the right gift for each person and then wrap it up beautifully! I enjoy picking out pretty paper, finding colorful matching ribbon, adding the perfect gift tag and embellishments to the gift. Today I wanted to share… Read More
My parents are moving next summer and the change is about to unearth one of my dirtiest little secrets…I love snow globes. I have a particular affinity for Disney snow globes and may have, oh somewhere in the neighborhood of 15 at my parents house. I know. They are horribly cheesy, but there’s something about them that just makes me smile. All… Read More
Whether you call them nisse, tomte or gnomes, these sweet little guys are simply adorable. Follow these instructions to make your own DIY Christmas gnome ornament. I am having so much fun participating in the Happy Housie’s Seasonal Simplicity series. Last week I shared this fun Kringle Cookie Co. Christmas kitchen sign and this week Krista has pulled together over… Read More
If you’re hosting a luau or even a simple neighborhood bbq, these Pineapple Teriyaki Kielbasa Bites are an absolute must. This summer I am pretending I live in the tropics, rather than Utah. It’s all of the fun, without any of the humidity or the frizzy hair. It all started with a “trip” to Florida on my flamingo-themed summer front… Read More
Summertime is meant for entertaining. If you want a spread that will truly delight, make up a batch of these pesto tortellini skewer appetizers for your guests. They’re the perfect bite of delicious. I titled today’s post as a “pesto tortellini skewer appetizers recipe.” Technically it could probably pass as a recipe, but if I am being totally honest I am… Read More
Hello! It’s Bettijo here from Paging Supermom with a super-easy teacher gift idea. I have always found teacher gifts to be a bit challenging because you often don’t really know the teacher’s personal interests, and a teacher can only use so many apple figures or coffee mugs (of course there is one kind of apple a teacher could never get… Read More
Celebrate summer with a flamingo themed summer porch! You’re bound to surprise, delight and possibly even shock your neighbors with this fun themed porch idea. The other day I lamented my obsession with the tropics, flamingos in particular. It’s quite silly considering I live in Utah – a landlocked state. The only place I am going to see a flamingo… Read More
Looking to celebrate a high school or college grad? Make a DIY candy graduation lei for them to wear with their robes! This post contains affiliate links. Are candy graduation leis a thing where you live? Candy leis have been popular here in Utah since before I was in high school and they’re such a fun way to celebrate accomplishments. Earlier… Read More
With the harvest season right around the corner, it’s time to create a new fall wreath. This traditional DIY welcome fall grapevine wreath is the perfect addition to any front door. This post contains affiliate links. Wreaths are one of my favorite things to create. Working on a new wreath releases my creativity and is surprisingly relaxing, so I am… Read More
Looking for a spooktacular dish to serve this Halloween? Look no further than this wicked good Halloween Caprese Pasta Salad. Photos by Catcher in the Rye Photography. This post contains affiliate links. Halloween is one of my all-time favorite holidays. It’s just sooo much fun to celebrate. Each year, I love to host a fantastically freaky meal to mark the… Read More
Are you looking for an inexpensive, yet fun treat for your friends this Halloween? Don’t miss this black cat Halloween printable gift tag. This post contains affiliate links. Oh friends, I cannot tell a lie. I am in denial about the change in season. I think this is the first year I haven’t started posting Halloween projects right at the… Read More
Holiday gnomes have become such a trend, but they can be a bit pricey. Make your own DIY Valentine’s Day Gnome in less than 30 minutes, with this simple tutorial. When I was younger, I was obsessed with all things Disney. In my 20’s it was international travel, I racked up millions of miles in a matter of years. In… Read More
Getting ready to celebrate ghouls, goblins, witches and warlocks? Don’t miss this download and print Witches Tea Halloween Party Invitation. Fall might be my favorite time of year. The weather has cooled off, but it’s still warm enough to go for walks and enjoy the beautiful color that abounds. PLUS, it’s FOOTBALLPUMPKINSPICEHALLOWEENSEASON!!! I’ve transitioned from fall football right into Halloween… Read More
Download these fun Halloween prints for display in your home this October! I love changing my decor up for the holidays every year (I’ve share Valentine’s Day prints, Fourth of July Prints, Fall Prints, etc), but decorating with new pieces all the time can get a little pricey. I like to invest in larger, transitional pieces in neutral colors from… Read More
Love the Halloween cult classic Hocus Pocus? Don’t miss this easy-to-make DIY Halloween pillow featuring Sarah Sanderson’s Song. This post contains affiliate links. While there may be some argument across the internet as to what the very best Halloween cult classic is, in my world Hocus Pocus is the clear winner. I watch it every Halloween, without fail. Last year, I… Read More
Looking to celebrate a high school or college grad? Make a how to make a candy graduation lei for them to wear with their robes! This post contains affiliate links. Are candy graduation leis a thing where you live? Candy leis have been popular here in Utah since before I was in high school and they’re such a fun way to celebrate… Read More
Ready to celebrate summer? Join us in celebrating with a little cotton candy and this free print and cut Hello Summer gift tag. This post contains affiliate links. It’s hard to believe the Fourth of July is right around the corner. I feel like summer has only just begun…Time flies when you’re having fun??? Truthfully, today officially marks the first… Read More
This Lindt Chocolate New Year’s Eve printable gift tag and party favor idea is perfect for simple get togethers with family or more elaborate affairs. Last week I was on the wrong side of holiday flavor debate, but I am happy to report that when it comes to New Year’s Eve, I align with the masses… Like more than half of… Read More
Looking for a quick and easy last-minute Valentine’s idea? Grab a bag of cookies and print out this fun Oreo Valentine gift card. It’s a real winner! This post contains affiliate links. You guys, Oreo has got my number. On the surface you might think there’s nothing special about the little black and white sandwich cookie, but 100 years of success and my… Read More
From fantastic over-the-top feasts to small pick up meals, picnics are the perfect way to celebrate summer. It takes more than family-friendly recipes to make a meal memorable. This list includes everything you need to pack the perfect picnic. It’s picnic season and we’ve been busting out the basket as often as we possibly can. We’ve taken it up the canyon… Read More
Looking for a healthy, low carb breakfast casserole? Don’t miss this Hatch Chile Egg Bake. It’s an easy breakfast casserole recipe that comes together quickly and feeds a crowd! A few weeks ago we went out with a group of friends – about 12 couples. I was surprised to learn that Justin and I were one of two couples who… Read More
October 31, is right around the corner. Decorate your front door with one of these frightfully fun Halloween wreaths. Halloween Wreaths I am busy getting ready for Halloween. It seems like I start so early, but then boom! It’s creeped right up on me. I am hoping to get my porch decor out the last weekend of September. Crazy? Well,… Read More
Wrapping up the holidays? Don’t forget thank you notes! Download this cute gnome-themed holiday thank you card. I know. By now you’ve probably already sent cute photos/videos of your kids opening their presents to grandma, grandpa, godparents, aunts, uncles and everyone in between. An immediate text or a tag on social media is a thoughtful gesture that will undoubtably bring a… Read More
Delight your friends and neighbors with this fun fleece blanket Christmas gift idea. The accompanying printable gift tag will bring a smile to everyone’s face. ?
Seasonal DIY grapevine wreaths are easy to make and always look stunning. Don’t miss this collection of a dozen wreaths made on a grapevine base. Grapevine wreaths have become my favorite. It might be because they are easy to work with and make tying down greenery and accessories easy…It could be because I feel like I have a successful assembly… Read More
Use this free print + cut Father’s Day camping gift tag for the dad who loves the outdoors (or at least likes to pretend like he does). This post contains affiliate links. A few weeks ago Jay and I went shopping for a fun gift for his parent’s retirement – they’ve moved into an RV and are spending some time… Read More
Looking for a quick last-minute gift for someone on your list? Don’t miss this easy-to-create DIY Kindle cover. This post contains affiliate links. I have to admit to being a “liar” right out of the gate on this post…I don’t actually own a Kindle anymore. After my years old Kindle (like the original) finally died, I grabbed the iPad and… Read More
You’re sure to have a “dinomite” holiday when you print and share these dinosaur Valentine’s Day printable gift tags with your favorite little fan! To say that my boyfriend’s son has a thing for dinosaurs would be the understatement of the century. He’s obsessed. I don’t think there’s been a time I’ve seen him when he couldn’t pull a jurassic… Read More
Friends fan? Lobster lover? Valentine? This You’re My Lobster Cut File and DIY t-shirt tutorial is for you! I am a huge fan of the tv show Friends. Dating myself here, but this was a show I tuned into LIVE. I’ve watched every episode and I’ve re-watched every episode – first on DVD’s and then on Netflix. I know the… Read More
Add some cheer to your front door with this pretty love notes DIY Valentine’s wreath. Not only is it easy to make the supplies only cost about $30 – far cheaper than a store-bought wreath! Another day, another wreath. Seriously. I am absolutely addicted to making wreaths now I feel like I could turn this blog into 365 days of… Read More
Add some spring to your front door with this pretty DIY Welcome Spring Wreath. Not only is it easy to make the supplies only cost less than $40 – far cheaper than purchasing a store-bought wreath! Making a wreath is one of my favorite creative projects. When working on them I am totally and completely in the zone. There’s something… Read More
If all you need is love AND bacon, this Don’t Go Bacon My Heart Cut File is right up your alley. Use the file to create a t-shirt, tote bag or hat! This post contains affiliate links. When I started blogging (like a million or 9 years ago) I met with a well-known “mom blogger.” She’d already been blogging for… Read More
Looking for a cute thank you gift that wont break the bank? Check out this fun mint thank you, with a free print and cut file. After Snap Conference, I owe thank yous to literally hundreds of people. I sincerely wish I could afford to send them all their weight in gold (or even chocolates) for they surely deserve it,… Read More
This DIY winter gnome wreath is the perfect addition to whimsical holiday decor. This post contains affiliate links. I’ve been listening to Christmas music nonstop since Thanksgiving. I’m partial to the classics – they never get old. At some point during my holiday decorating Perry Como’s, “No Place Like Home for the Holidays” turned into there’s no place like gnome… Read More
The big game is right around the corner. Pull your celebration together with these Super Bowl party decor ideas. I’d call myself a football fan, but I am an even bigger fan of entertaining. So while football may take centerstage this weekend, I am much more concerned with the details. Don’t miss a single one of these fantastic Super Bowl… Read More
Sending your kids back to school this fall? Don’t forget to make a good impression with the teacher. Print and cut this Smooth Year Gift Tag and package it up with some lotion! This post contains affiliate links. I don’t have elementary-aged kids in the house, but I do have several friends who are teachers. To celebrate their return to… Read More
Disney bound? Looking for a last-minute Halloween costume? This easy DIY Mini Mouse costume comes together in less than and hour and costs less than anything in a store! This post contains affiliate links. My baby nieces are the perfect age for playing dress up and pretend. Even better (in my book) is that they’re absolutely in love with all… Read More
Last-minute Christmas shopping? Check out this simple Twix Christmas holiday gift idea and printable gift tag. It’s perfect for the office or your teenager’s friends. My countdown to Christmas starts long before I pull out the Christmas advent and it’s not just because I share holiday ideas on my blog…My Mom taught me to shop early (and I taught myself… Read More