Rise and Shine

Look what I added to the shop!  These are available as an 8x10 "you print".  Print one for you and print some for gifts.  If you need other sizes don't hesitate to ask.  How cute would a framed 5x7 be for on some little person's dresser or desk? 

Other color choices available:

Fabric Wall Butterflies DIY

I have a fun and simple DIY to share.  We've all seen the paper butterflies but, when I first saw this post on How About Orange I thought oh how perfect to make them out of stiff fabric.  The perfect addition to Maddie's bedroom.  These were easy to make and I love that I can incorporate the fabric in other areas of her room as well.

 



Template for butterflies.  Click here for a pdf file.

Save and print. 

Keeping Busy

Things are a little busy around here with me but, good.  I'm plugging away with some new holiday card designs in the shop.  Keep peeking as I will have more in the next few weeks.

I'm also enjoying a little "me" time and I'm almost finished with this book.  Crazy good!  Can't wait to see the movie now. 

And off to school we go

Yep, it's back to school for the kiddos.   I had mixed emotions.  A little nervous.  Happy.  Worried.  Excited.  You know like most Mom's I'm sure.  

I think they are ready for the school year.  Both have great teachers and classmates so I know all is well.  

Mr. 2nd Grader -
You're shy and gentle by nature but, your confindence grows each day.  You are growing up way to fast and soon I will be begg'n you for hugs and kisses cuz, it won't be cool for you.  You have to know that your smile is contagious and everyone around you will see that.

Ms. Kindergartner -
Although you have a spunky side your sweet side is just as endearing.  I can't believe you are going to be away from me for full days.  Your creativity and artistic talents...leave us in awe.  You are such a carefree and beautiful young girl.

Mom and Dad are so proud of both you and love you way too much!

credit - recipe girl

This morning as a Back to School treat I made these Cinnamon Roll Pancakes for breakfast.  I can't even tell ya on how good these are.  After the kids left it was these and a cup of coffee.  Complete heaven.

Then there was walk.

This Pattern

1:: found on katiedid, 2 :: cool diy footstool from infarrantly creative, 3 :: the house of smiths, 4 :: PBteen, 5 :: Rugs USA

I've had many of these saved in my favorites.  See a pattern here? (pun intended).  Lately, I've been seeing a ton of tutorials from bloggers all over trying out the new paint and tool line by Martha Stewart.  And guess what lil'l pattern stencil is offered in this line.  Oh, yay!!! 

Calm

Things are starting to slow down around here. Today is the last day of swimming lessons, weekends are becoming less busy and back to school is in the air.   Things are definitely a little calmer.  

The summer has been great!  As much as I'm sad to see the summer vacation end soon I'm a tad anxious for some sort of routine.
    

But, until then...we're going to enjoy the last few weeks of lazy mornings, hours in the sun and nights of eating ice cream on the patio.

And playing tennis with glitter shoes on.

Inspiration

Whoooaa...it's been awhile.  I blame it on summer!   

Just a couple of things that I'm loving to look at.

 

A great parent poster design I first spotted on the Ardent Sparrow.

designer: joel felix

Have you heard of Paper Coterie?

They have some incredible products such as digital books, photo calendars, and growth charts.

Righ now they are offering $40 towards any purchase.  All you pay is shipping.  Go here to get the code deal and start shopping.