27
Apr
Posted by Jenny in Books, Music, and Media, Crafts, sewing. Tagged: book club, Craftevolution book club, Crafts, Crafty daisies Craft Book Club, Sew Darn Cute. 3 Comments
This months book for craftevolution’s book club is Sew Darn Cute by Jenny Ryan.
How it Works
Every 4-6 weeks we “discuss” a craft book as follows:
Make one project out of the book that is due for the next book club meet-up
Explain why you chose that project
Discuss the clarity of the instructions, the layout of the book, [...]
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25
Apr
Posted by Jenny in Say Cheese!. Tagged: flowers, Photography, spring, spring photography. 2 Comments
Most of you already know or have gathered that I have been anxious for spring for some time now. I am an outdoor girl at heart. I love digging my hands in the dirt when it’s time to garden. I love sitting out on my bench and reading a book. I love to observe nature [...]
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22
Apr
Posted by Jenny in Say Cheese!. Tagged: Buffalo Rock State Park, hiking, Nature, Ottawa IL, Photography, spring, walking. 2 Comments
Last week me and my husband spent our free day at Buffalo Rock State Park. It is near Starved Rock, where we visit frequently. We have decided to explore new state parks and local attractions this year. I am to take you along on our endeavours through lots and lots of pictures.
Buffalo State Park is [...]
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13
Apr
Posted by Jenny in Mix It Up Monday, Say Cheese!. Tagged: Chit Chat And All That, Dogs, Easter, Family, Mix It Up Mondays, pictures. 3 Comments
Hope everyone had a great Easter. I was able to entertain family at my house this year. My Dad came up from Indiana for the weekend, my Grandfather came over for the day, and my Mother In Law was able to spend a couple hours with us before going on to her next stop. We [...]
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3
Apr
Posted by Jenny in Budget Friendly Decorating, Crafts, Old to new, Penny Pinchers. Tagged: budget decorating, butterfly garden sign, cheap decor, outdoor decorations, repurpose. 2 Comments
My goal this year is to decorate the outside of my house for pennies. It’s a lofty goal I know, but it’s one that i wish to attain to. In reality it will cost upwards towards $100 this year but int he years to come it will simply be maintenance. I have walked through so [...]
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