The farmhouse style trend is not going anywhere and I'm here for it! Check out this collection of beautiful gift ideas inspired by this timeless look. Hi there friends, I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! It's Cyber Monday and online shopping has never been bigger for many reasons. And farmhouse style... it's still going strong! While this year we probably don't have the opportunity to go to our favorite barn sales or antique shops, but with etsy, there is no need to hunt or forage through countless shops searching for the perfect piece, anything farmhouse you can think of... they've got you covered! I've assembled a must have gift guide for the farmhouse style lovers on your list. Continue Reading
I’m Snow Cute Wood Slice Ornament
Make this adorable "I'm Snow Cute" Snowman Wood Slice ornament for a little one in your life... add a photo on the back to make it a special personalized keepsake. Awhile back I made a vintage-inspired photo transfer Wood Christmas ornament for my Godson and I needed something to put on the back. So of course you know I got my Cricut out! This little "I'm Snow Cute" snowman is just about perfect to sum up his adorable little face! This DIY wood ornament would be a perfect gift for any little tike in your life (or their parents!) I'm Snow Cute Wood Slice Ornament This is a quick and easy project which is what we all need in a DIY Christmas gift, right? The holidays are crazy enough Continue Reading
Traditional 6 Year Iron Anniversary Gift Ideas
These 6 year iron anniversary gift ideas are a modern spin on the traditional iron gift for 6 years of marriage. With 25 ideas here ranging from romantic to humorous to functional... there is definitely something for everyone! Hello! If you've seen any of my other 5 anniversary gift ideas posts, you know that I love the challenge of finding unique and modern gifts that go along with the traditional anniversary gifts each year. So far we've done paper, cotton, leather, fruit and wood. This April was our 6th anniversary and the traditional gift for the 6th year anniversary is iron. These iron anniversary gift ideas have a little bit of everything for everyone... some romantic, some Continue Reading
Hope Takes Flight Giveaway
"It is unacceptable for any child in our community to be homeless. Not one child. Not one night." When I read this quote on the Homeless Families Foundation's (HFF) website it gave me the chills and it has been echoing through my mind ever since. Yes, this is a blog post to tell you about an amazing event and give you an opportunity to win tickets but it's about much more. Every year, approximately 1,200 families and 3,000 children are homeless in Columbus. 3,000 children. I feel sad. I feel guilt. I feel blessed that I haven't suffered through what these 1,200 families are living through every day. But I feel empowered to help by working with such an amazing organization with a Continue Reading
Inspiration for Hosting the Ultimate 4th of July Party!
A 4th of July Party is the perfect excuse to get your grub on with friends, family or neighbors. Besides, who doesn't love some yummy red, white and blue food?! :) Hi there friends, I hope your first full weekend of summer was filled with fun and sun! We took the baby to the pool for the first time and it was so stinking adorable! She loved the water and then proceeded to pass out from all of the sun and excitement. And I can't even tell you how cute she looked in her bathing suit (but if you follow me on Instagram maybe you already saw it in my stories!). I can't wait to dress her up in her little patriotic bathing suit for the 4th of July weekend! I have found ideas a-plenty to Continue Reading
5 Year Anniversary Gift Ideas
These 5 year wedding anniversary gift ideas are based around the traditional 5 year gift of wood but with a unique and modern spin! Hi guys, I hope you're having a great week! I can hardly believe that Ryan and I have been married 5 years ago as of April. It feels like yesterday that I was just looking up 4 year anniversary gift ideas! It has been a fun challenge for us each year to find unique and modern spins on the yearly traditional anniversary gifts (you can get caught up on years 1 - 4 through the links at the bottom of this post). As usual, I didn't know what the traditional 5 year wedding anniversary gift is so I looked it up and was relieved to find that it was wood. Continue Reading