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June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 Sarah Almond

Fun and Easy Outdoor Hanging Signs with Silhouette Cameo

Crafts, Patio, Silhouette Cameo, Uncategorized
Fun and Easy Outdoor Hanging Signs with Silhouette Cameo

Sign, sign, everywhere a signBlockin’ out the scenery, breakin’ my mindDo this, don’t do that, can’t you read the sign? Signs are everywhere, especially these days when signs are even taking over our homes. You know those cute little ones I’m talking about that give us a quick pick me…

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March 26, 2020March 26, 2020 Sarah Almond

Updating an Old Chair

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Updating an Old Chair

We have had this old chair floating around our house for a couple of years. We like the simplicity of this solid little chair but had no place it really fit into our space. We don’t have much in the way of oak furniture and it just looked out of…

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March 18, 2020March 28, 2020 Sarah Almond

How to Survive Self-Quarantine with your Spouse (or Significant Other)

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How to Survive Self-Quarantine with your Spouse (or Significant Other)

It has happened quickly, COVID-19 has changed our lives, at least temporarily. Self-quarantine and social distancing are the hashtags of the hour, and for very good reason. It is dangerous and spreading quickly. We have reacted quickly and shut down schools, churches, restaurants, and are operating stores on reduced hours.…

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March 16, 2020March 17, 2020 Sarah Almond

Taking a Bookcase from Drab to Fab

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Taking a Bookcase from Drab to Fab

How to Update and Style a Bookcase We are redoing our bedroom as part of the #555roomchallenge with some friends here in the blogosphere. It has been a labor of love, and we are amazed at how much the room is being transformed. I can’t wait until the final reveal…

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February 23, 2020March 29, 2020 Sarah Almond

Non-Candy Easter Baskets made using the Silhouette Cameo

Easter, Holidays, Silhouette Cameo
Non-Candy Easter Baskets made using the Silhouette Cameo

I recently got my Silhouette Cameo 4 and I am so excited to use it. Easter is coming up soon so this is the perfect opportunity to play with some of the different materials I can use and experiment with some of the different things I can make using this…

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February 8, 2020March 18, 2020 Sarah Almond

Billy Joel Lyric Plaque made from a $2 Cabinet Door DIY

Crafts, Home Decor
Billy Joel Lyric Plaque made from a $2 Cabinet Door DIY

Recently we have been thinking about redecorating our bedroom but had been putting it off because of the cost. Then I was invited to take part in a blog challenge that requires you to pick a room and redecorate it for $500 or less, and include at least 5 DIY…

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January 27, 2020February 3, 2020 Sarah Almond

DIY Coffee Table with Storage

Home Decor
DIY Coffee Table with Storage

We recently got a new sofa and love seat. They have recliners in them and while we love that there is one problem. The coffee table we have is now too big for the space. We cannot fully open the recliners without hitting the table, and when they are open…

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January 17, 2020March 18, 2020 Sarah Almond

Chocolate and Toffee Cookies made with Brown Sugar & Butter

Cookies, Recipes
Chocolate and Toffee Cookies made with Brown Sugar & Butter

My husband Eric is on a sweets kick right now, which is really weird since he is not normally a person who enjoys desserts at all, but after he ate all the leftover Christmas candy at our house he asked me to make cookies. Sure, I love baking and am…

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January 12, 2020March 27, 2020 Sarah Almond

Coffee Filter Style Ombre Heart Wreath for Valentine’s Day

Holidays, Home Decor, Valentine's Day
Coffee Filter Style Ombre Heart Wreath for Valentine’s Day

I love decorating for the holidays, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. Last year I made a huge coffee filter wreath and I absolutely love it, but I wanted something a bit smaller for Valentine’s Day, so I decided to make an ombre heart wreath. I decided to use mini…

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December 29, 2019January 12, 2020 Sarah Almond

Tiny Kitchen Organization

Organization
Tiny Kitchen Organization

I love cooking, baking, and entertaining, I just don’t have the kitchen space for it. Eric likes to help me out in the kitchen when we are getting ready for entertaining, whether a small get together with friends or a large party with all of our family over. The kitchen…

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December 28, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

How Not to Fail at New Year’s Resolutions

Holidays, Winter
How Not to Fail at New Year’s Resolutions

New Year’s Day New Year’s Day.  What a day, it signals not only the end of the holiday season but the beginning of the new year.  It is time to start the year with resolutions, good intentions, high hopes, and happiness. There are many ways to celebrate New Year’s Day,…

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December 15, 2019December 29, 2019 Sarah Almond

Gingerbread Serving Pieces ~ Wine Glass Charms & Dessert Plate

Christmas, Crafts, Dollar Tree Crafts
Gingerbread Serving Pieces ~ Wine Glass Charms & Dessert Plate
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December 13, 2019December 29, 2019 Sarah Almond

Quick and Easy No-Sew Christmas Pillows

Christmas, Crafts, Dollar Tree Crafts, Home Decor, Winter
Quick and Easy No-Sew Christmas Pillows
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December 11, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

Dollar Tree Candy Dish made into a Christmas Lantern

Christmas
Dollar Tree Candy Dish made into a Christmas Lantern
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December 11, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

DIY Christmas Carolers Diorama Ornament

Christmas
DIY Christmas Carolers Diorama Ornament
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December 11, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

Winter Snowflakes Lighted Blue Wine Bottle

Christmas
Winter Snowflakes Lighted Blue Wine Bottle
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December 11, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

Giant Lighted Christmas Ornament Decoration

Christmas
Giant Lighted Christmas Ornament Decoration
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December 11, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

Four Types of Christmas Snow Globes

Christmas
Four Types of Christmas Snow Globes
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December 10, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

Upcycled Wicker Sleigh ~ Christmas Trash to Treasure

Christmas
Upcycled Wicker Sleigh ~ Christmas Trash to Treasure
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December 10, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

Buffalo Plaid Lighted Christmas Trees

Christmas
Buffalo Plaid Lighted Christmas Trees
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December 10, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

Country Christmas Salt & Pepper Shakers

Christmas
Country Christmas Salt & Pepper Shakers
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December 10, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

Faux Birch Bark Painted Candles from Dollar Tree LED Pillars

Fall, Home Decor
Faux Birch Bark Painted Candles from Dollar Tree LED Pillars
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December 10, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

Faux Rusty Metal Snowflake from Dollar Tree Plastic Hangers

Christmas
Faux Rusty Metal Snowflake from Dollar Tree Plastic Hangers
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September 17, 2019March 18, 2020 Sarah Almond

Easy Halloween Sign for Your Witchy Decor

Dollar Tree Crafts, Halloween
Easy Halloween Sign for Your Witchy Decor

Double, double toil and trouble… we all know that line, but how many of us really know the entire poem… or even where it’s from. It is the first line of the poem “Song of the Witches” by the bard we all know and either love or loathe, William Shakespeare.…

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September 9, 2019September 9, 2019 Sarah Almond

Autumn Pumpkin Picket Sign from Reclaimed Fence Board

Crafts, Fall, Patio
Autumn Pumpkin Picket Sign from Reclaimed Fence Board

Well, it is officially Fall, that’s right Pumpkin Spice season has begun. The nights are definitely getting cooler here, and it is time to get the front porch decorated for Autumn. I found some old fence pickets in my garage and decided one would be perfect for one of the…

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August 30, 2019August 30, 2019 Sarah Almond

How to Make 3 Styles of Solar Lights with Dollar Tree Items

Dollar Tree Crafts, Garden, Patio
How to Make 3 Styles of Solar Lights with Dollar Tree Items

Spring is in full swing and summer is quickly approaching. It has been a wet, wet spring here, with part of many yards, including ours, being underwater and gardens to wet we could not get into them. Just to give you an idea of the amount of water I am…

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August 30, 2019January 14, 2020 Sarah Almond

How to Polish Copper with Items you Already Have in Your Home

Home Decor
How to Polish Copper with Items you Already Have in Your Home

I have a hammered copper pot with a brass handle which I have had for years. It was a gift from my mom. It has a Jack O’ Lantern face cut out of one side, which I guess you would consider the front, but I have it sitting out year-round…

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June 4, 2019June 4, 2019 Sarah Almond

Dollar Tree Mirrors Transformed into Farmhouse Style Elegance

Crafts, Home Decor
Dollar Tree Mirrors Transformed into Farmhouse Style Elegance

Make these elegant farmhouse style mirrors from Dollar Tree mirrors and some chalk paint.

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February 11, 2019January 13, 2020 Sarah Almond

Love Decor for Valentine’s Day (or any day)

Crafts, Home Decor, Valentine's Day
Love Decor for Valentine’s Day (or any day)

Valentine’s Day is coming up quick! It seems like it was just Christmas time, but it is February already and it’s hearts and flowers everywhere.

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January 11, 2019August 30, 2019 Sarah Almond

DIY Wine Glass Gel Air Freshener ~ Homemade Gel Air Freshener in a Jar

Crafts, Home Decor
DIY Wine Glass Gel Air Freshener ~ Homemade Gel Air Freshener in a Jar

If there is one thing I love, it’s a nice, clean smell when I walk into a room.  It just makes me feel instantly more relaxed.  While cleaning the house a few days ago, I was in the store looking over all the chemical air fresheners on the shelf and…

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January 11, 2019August 30, 2019 Sarah Almond

Hanging Solar Light made with Dollar Tree Items

Garden, Patio, Summer
Hanging Solar Light made with Dollar Tree Items

Disclosure:Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission.  Any opinions I have given are my own. I love a good bargain, and there are plenty of them at Dollar Tree.  Especially given the fact that you can…

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January 11, 2019August 30, 2019 Sarah Almond

Hand Painted Sign on Reclaimed Wood ~ Farm Fresh Eggs

Crafts, Home Decor
Hand Painted Sign on Reclaimed Wood ~ Farm Fresh Eggs

I had a friend drop off two tubs of wood for me the other day, and I wouldn’t wait to dig in and see what I could do with them.  Right now the Modern Farmhouse style is in and I am more than willing to jump on the bandwagon as…

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January 11, 2019August 30, 2019 Sarah Almond

Mirrored Mosaic Outdoor Bistro Table with Gallery Glass Paint Accents

Garden
Mirrored Mosaic Outdoor Bistro Table with Gallery Glass Paint Accents

About twenty years ago I bought an adorable little bistro table for a mere $10 on clearance at Target.  There were no chairs with it but it was a stained glass mosaic top on a wrought iron base that must have been put there at that price just for me. …

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December 22, 2018January 12, 2019 Sarah Almond

How to Make Sharpie Marker Drink Coasters

Crafts
How to Make Sharpie Marker Drink Coasters

Hi Everyone!  Today I am blowing off housecleaning completely so I can play in my studio.  I decided that I wanted to make some coasters.  I am planning on hitting some Craft shows, fairs, and bazaars this year and really need to get started on my items, which will be…

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December 21, 2018December 21, 2018 Sarah Almond

Wine Cork Christmas Ornaments

Christmas, Crafts, Winter
Wine Cork Christmas Ornaments

Wine Cork ornaments. Did someone say wine?  Yes please, I love me some wine! I am a Wine~o from way back.  My father taught me to appreciate a good Cabernet Sauvignon,  and I do to this day.  I don’t fork over the money for the expensive stuff, but I love most wines, except for the really sweet…

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December 21, 2018December 21, 2018 Sarah Almond

Winter Snowflake Candles ~ Quick and Easy Christmas Decor

Crafts, Winter
Winter Snowflake Candles ~ Quick and Easy Christmas Decor

Howdy, all!   It has turned cold here in northern Indiana very suddenly and I am more than happy to be sitting indoors and working on my Christmas Crafting.  It is definitely another Pumpkin Spice Coffee day today, and after this, I have to go bring in some of my plants,…

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December 20, 2018January 17, 2020 Sarah Almond

How to Make Faux Enamel Dots for Embellishing Anything

Crafts, Paper Crafts
How to Make Faux Enamel Dots for Embellishing Anything

I was curled up on the couch this morning with a cup of Pumpkin Spiced coffee and Puck, my dog, trying to come up with some cheap embellishments for some of my handmade cards, and while brainstorming for ideas on Pinterest, I came across several methods for making enamel type…

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December 6, 2018January 13, 2019 Sarah Almond

Winter Heat Saving Tips ~ Window Cling Film and other Money Saving Tips for Winter

Money, Winter
Winter Heat Saving Tips ~ Window Cling Film and other Money Saving Tips for Winter

Insulating Your Windows for the Winter ~ Plastic Window Shrink Film What is rumored to be one of the coldest winters in years is here, and with it come the high heat bills I really do not want to pay, and who does? I decided to buy some of the…

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November 4, 2018January 17, 2020 Sarah Almond

Fly me to the Moon Wedding on Zero Budget

Wedding
Fly me to the Moon Wedding on Zero Budget

We got married!  Our ceremony/reception is in three weeks no less.  At this time of year with all the holidays coming up not to mention several birthdays and two full time + jobs between us we have neither time or a budget to plan anything elaborate, but our theme was…

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About Me

Hi! I'm Sarah and I love spending time with my family, crafting, cooking, gardening, home decor, and entertaining. Anything creative I am willing to try at least once, and you will see it here.

Recent Posts

  • Fun and Easy Outdoor Hanging Signs with Silhouette Cameo June 29, 2020
  • Updating an Old Chair March 26, 2020
  • How to Survive Self-Quarantine with your Spouse (or Significant Other) March 18, 2020
  • Taking a Bookcase from Drab to Fab March 16, 2020
  • Non-Candy Easter Baskets made using the Silhouette Cameo February 23, 2020

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