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The (Almost) American Dream

September 24, 2018 vanessaawright

Being raised by Boomers and the Brady Bunch instilled a few core values in me, the biggest one perhaps was to grow up and achieve “The American Dream.” I don’t need to even describe what that means to you, because … Continue reading The (Almost) American Dream

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DIY Stained Tree Growth Ruler Chart

September 7, 2017September 7, 2017 vanessaawright

Every year on my birthday, one of my favorite traditions was adding a new height mark to the doorway. There was a mark from every birthday since we moved to that house, when I was 3. Most people have a … Continue reading DIY Stained Tree Growth Ruler Chart

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“LUCK” Penny and Horseshoe Canvas

March 5, 2017March 5, 2017 vanessaawright

As a proud part Irish girl, St. Patrick’s Day has always been one of my favorite holidays.  It is funny because I don’t drink and I am not a super fan of corned beef (though I eat it every year), … Continue reading “LUCK” Penny and Horseshoe Canvas

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Yarn Valentine Decorations

February 19, 2017February 19, 2017 vanessaawright

Even if Valentine’s Day was commercialized by the card, candy, and flower companies, I still enjoy celebrating love and obnoxious hearts/pink/red.  That’s why I had so much fun making these Valentine’s Day decorations!  Even though they took a little bit … Continue reading Yarn Valentine Decorations

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DIY Halloween Spell/Apothecary Bottles

October 3, 2016 vanessaawright

If you haven’t noticed, I love Halloween.  Really I love all holidays, but Halloween involves some of my favorite things: costumes, candy, and creepy.  I love all types of Halloween decorations, but when it comes to my own house I … Continue reading DIY Halloween Spell/Apothecary Bottles

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Mess-less Baby Finger Painting

September 28, 2016September 28, 2016 vanessaawright

I have seen this idea floating around Pinterest, so I cannot take credit for it.  However, like all ideas I steal, I took the idea and made it my own.  My daughter has done two mess-less finger painting projects so … Continue reading Mess-less Baby Finger Painting

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Butterfly Themed First Birthday Party

July 20, 2016 vanessaawright

The dreaded first birthday.  Some people go ALL out, I know parties that have hundreds of guests and thousands of dollars spent!  Though I wanted to do something special for her first birthday, we are not quite on that level.  … Continue reading Butterfly Themed First Birthday Party

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DIY Stuffed Animal Zoo in Bookshelf

April 10, 2016April 10, 2016 vanessaawright

If you have children, (and even if you don’t) I am sure you have seen Stuffed Animal Zoos everywhere.  If you haven’t, here is one of the popular DIY ones: Don’t get me wrong, I think that is totally adorable, … Continue reading DIY Stuffed Animal Zoo in Bookshelf

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DIY “Woven” Fabric Baskets

March 23, 2016 vanessaawright

I wanted to “make” our Easter baskets, but I wanted something a bit unconventional and personalized.  I hunted through Target, Michael’s, and JoAnne’s, searching for what I wanted.  I thought about decorating milk crates, but those couldn’t be stacked and … Continue reading DIY “Woven” Fabric Baskets

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DIY Name Sign

February 2, 2016 vanessaawright

One of the top trends in baby rooms and nurseries is plastering the baby’s name on the wall.  Just in case you forget, you know? I decided to jump right on that bandwagon, because I learned mommy brain is real … Continue reading DIY Name Sign

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