Happy. Happy. Joy. Joy.


Ambrosia Girl has these printable Happy Tickets. A great alternate as a reward system. Wonder if they work with the husband too :o)

DIY Scratch Off Tickets

I'm am so excited about this tutorial. Think of all the fun projects you can make! Even better - super easy! Details here

Your Life Story


What a great idea! Printouts available in a teen & adult version. Get the details here

Best Wedding Entrance Ever!

What a fun couple! Imagine what the rest of the wedding (and 
first dance!) must have been like?!

DIY Sidewalk Chalk

Little Bit Funky has a super easy (and practically free!) recipe to make your own sidewalk chalk.

Giddyup partner!

Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. I am loving this adorable yet funky swing made from eco-friendly recycled tires. And conveniently holds "kids" up to 198 lbs. (just sayin' in case you wanted to *ahem* test it out before your kids play with it). Available at Napa Style

DIY Birdcage Veil

After making my wedding veil, I've always wanted to take a stab at making a birdcage veil. The Hip Hostess has a great tutorial here. I may have to convince the husband to renew our vows just so I can wear one.

Rockabilly refashion and rainbow canapies

Refrigerator Chalkboard!
Such a great idea! From the Crafty Brain of Martha Stuart.



Make a Rainbow Canopy for Your Child's Room - More DIY How To Projects

I am so excited to make this and hang it on my ugly fences in the back yard. Now it can have somewhat of a lovely purpose!

VERTICAL VEGETABLES: "Grow up" in a small garden and confound the cats! - More DIY How To Projects

Such a cute swimsuit and skirt. My only hope is that I will look just as good in them as the lovely Threadbanger model.

Jewel Pop Popsicles

I loved ring pops as a child, so when I saw this popsicle mold I squealed in delight! A popsicle in the shape of accessory?! The bambino is going to be so excited to get her hands on these. Now I just need some popsicle recipes...

Altoid Mini Toolboxes

Genius use of Altoid tins found on Alphamom. Perfect favor boxes for a tool-themed kids party or Father's Day celebration! I want to make a couple pink ones just for me. Get the details here.

Rice Krispy Goodness!

I adore rice krispy treats, so when I ran across The Crispery I thought "why didn't I think of doing that!". They have amazing choices such as caramel & marshmallow, drizzled mini marshmallow, non-perils and Oreo. Yum! 
I am inspired to try some daring combinations. I'll be sure to post pics (as long as we don't eat them first).

5-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake

Mmm! Chocolate cake in 5 minutes plus a super cool presentation - does it get any better? Click here for instructions from La Fuji Mama.

Underwater World

The Purl Bee has a great tutorial for these aquarium magnets. What a cute Christmas gift idea!

Cute as a button!


Lillyella has posted a great tutorial to make these hip & funky bracelets. Check it out here. I can't wait to make these someday with the bambino. Off to go search for some sassy vintage buttons...

DIY 4th of July!

Twig and Thistle has a cute set of July 4th printables. Get them here.

make your own sunscreen

I always hate buying sunscreen even though I know how necessary it is when you live in Sacramento, CA where it has been a horrible weather week as the temperature stayed at 105 degrees! I think I will be even more encouraged to put it on if I made it. It will be great- a feeling of accomplishment and no sunburns!!


Homemade Sunscreen - More cool how to projects

make your own stickers


Homemade Stickers - More cool how to projects

I am really excited to try this because I cant afford one of those xyron machines. I'm off to crafty business...