Last summer, my Mom brought me an old quilt that her mom made using leftover fabric from all the dresses that she had sewn over the years. The quilt was torn, the fabric was fragile, and it was way past being used as a blanket. Mom and I carefully pulled apart each of the rectangular-shaped…
This summer we skipped the traditional week-long vacation and instead focused on simple day trips. Summer day trips deliver all the fun of adventure, but keep the costs under control and let you sleep in your own bed each night. We’ve found the best fudge, the coolest thrift stores, met some amazing people with fun…
Recently, I spent a Saturday morning going to estate sales with my mother-in-law and my husband in Knoxville, Tennessee. I give myself a pretty tight budget when it comes to yard sales and estate sales, and, honestly, what I found this weekend was pretty amazing! Vintage fabric, sewing notions, and even a lamp from the…
Recently, I’ve been having a lot of fun learning to bend copper wire. It all started with crafting little Christmas trees and hearts, and I love seeing how versatile and beautiful copper can be. These copper “I Love You” sign language plant stakes are not only a creative way to show love, but they also…
Sometimes the sweetest holiday gifts are the ones that remind us of the simple things — like joy. These little keychains are quick to make, budget-friendly, and perfect for stocking stuffers, teacher gifts, or a cheerful addition to your keys or purse. Each one spells out JOY using wooden alphabet beads, surrounded by bright spacer…
I can’t believe we’ve already been out here on the farm for six months. Time really does fly! We managed to get our first garden in this year, and despite the craziness of selling our old house and getting kids off to college, it actually did pretty well. The flower beds around the house haven’t…
October is a month full of pecan pie, apple spice, pumpkins, and the start of chapped lip season. If you are looking for a fun way to share the fall/Halloween season with your friends and family this season, then you are going to love this combination of burlap, orange ribbon, and some amazing chapstick with…
Christmas might still be a few months away, but if you wait until December to start shopping, you’re setting yourself up for a stressful holiday season. By the time December 1 rolls around, stores are crowded, prices are higher, and shipping deadlines are looming. This post includes affiliate links. Some products were received to facilitate…
October is almost here, and that means pumpkins, fall leaves, corn mazes, and cool evenings on the farm. While many people love decorating with ghosts, goblins, and spooky vibes, I’ll admit that’s not really my thing. I’d much rather lean into the cozy side of autumn. Give me pumpkins, straw bales, and that crisp October…