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A Sweet Little Hand Made Dress

I had been saving this vintage fabric I found at the thrift store for about 3 years now...waiting for the perfect project.  I've been getting the itch to sew lately and as I was browsing through some...

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Gluten Free Turkey Corn Dogs

Don't you just love that fresh out of the fryer taste of a corn dog at the fair?  Well, for those who eat gluten free, its a pleasure that most of us pine for!!  We decided to try making our own at...

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Cherry Beer Margaritas

I posted this on instagram last weekend, and had several inquiries, so I decided to go ahead and post the recipe!  I found this one on pinterest from The Blond Cook.  The combination of Corona, Cherry...

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DIY Dollar Store Halloween Wreath

At this time of year, its so fun to go through my local dollar store because they have the best halloween decorations for a dollar or less!!  I was shopping the other day and found myself really...

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Turning Old Windows Into Mirrors

There are so many cool projects out there that you can do with old windows.  When we got our windows replaced last year, I knew exactly what I wanted to do with my old ones:  turn them into mirrors....

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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins- Gluten-free and Regular

So, again I'm starting myself out early, possibly burning myself out on pumpkin before there's even a chill in there air.  OH, WAIT....I never get burnt out on pumpkin, I freaking love it, everyday of...

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Vintage Inspired High Waisted Bikini

I never thought that I would have the skills to make my own swim suit.  Well, it turns out you don't actually need a whole lot of skills to transform a suit into something you really love!  My husband...

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Thrift Store Lamp Redo

I've been wanting to get a couple of lamps for down in my basement to put on both sides of the couch.  I came across these little beauties at at thrift store for $5 a piece.  While I wasn't in love...

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Ironing Board Cover with One Yard of Fabric

Spray adhesive has been one of my favorite tools ever since I discovered it, which means I make a mess all over the place. Especially on my ironing board.  It was covered in the battle wounds of...

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Salted Caramel Syrup for Coffee, Lattes, and Hot Chocolate

Living on a tight budget sometimes forces me to get creative.  Like recreating some of my favorite indulgences: Salted Caramel Mocha from Starbucks being at the top of my list.  At $5 a pop, who can...

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Baxter: The Miracle Dog

I believe whole-heartedly in miracles.  Maybe its because I have experienced so many in my short lifetime.  I've found they come in forms you probably wouldn't even consider:  events and feats of...

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Rustic Garden Sign

I made this rustic garden sign for my sister in-law's birthday gift.  She loves to tend to her plants, so I thought this quote by Audrey Hepburn would make a perfect keepsake for her!  I used wood...

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Romance on a Budget: 13 Free (Or Almost Free) Date Ideas

The season of love is upon us, and I thought this would be the perfect time to share some very inexpensive date ideas!  My husband and I live on a fixed budget, but that doesn't mean we don't have a...

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Rosemary Mint Shaving Cream

If you are looking for an easy and natural DIY shaving cream recipe, this one is FANTASTIC!!  The scent is refreshing and its perfect for men or women.  Its a very thick consistency that starts to melt...

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Galaxy Nails

Even though there are 6 steps to create these super spacey galaxy nails....it only takes a couple minutes longer to do  than a regular 2 coat polish.  Start with a full coat of black.  Then begin...

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How To Redesign a Dress

I was fortunate enough to inherit a lot of my grandma's clothes when she passed away a few years ago.  Most people may think, " you want to wear your grandma's clothes?"  Yes!!  This woman had extreme...

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Apple Cider Onion Soup with Gouda Cinnamon Toasts

I always forget how amazing this soup is until I make and eat it again.  Onion soup is ok, not my favorite, but this one is special.  It has APPLES in it.  And BRANDY! Wahoo!! Not to mention cheesie...

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DIY Romantic Fringe Bed Canopy

Believe it or not, trying to get pregnant can sometimes take (some) of the fun out of trying to make a baby.  Out of all of the rooms in the house, the bedroom has been the most neglected.  I've been...

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China Bird Feeder

If you love pretty pieces of china, bird feeders, and instant gratification when making something... then this is the project for you! This project takes very little time, patience, and not much in the...

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Gnome Sweet Gnome Wreath

So my husband and I have this running joke that if we ever had children they would look like a cross between a gnome and a deer. How on Earth did we come up with this conclusion? Its quite simple...

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