I'm so excited ~ I have finally {after 10 years} become a Trunk Keeper with Matilda Jane!

The title says it all!!!!  After wearing Matilda Jane for the last 10 years I finally had the opportunity to become a Trunk Keeper.  I am beyond thrilled as my daughter and I have worn this line since 2007 and I have never received anything that I didn’t LOVE!If you have never heard of Matilda … More I'm so excited ~ I have finally {after 10 years} become a Trunk Keeper with Matilda Jane!

Are you running on empty? Well stop and fill up!

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” Matthew 5:6 Sometimes (especially for mommas) it’s easy to get wrapped up in taking care of the people around us ~ we find that we’re always giving, taking care of kids, preparing dinner for family and sometimes not our own, working overtime … More Are you running on empty? Well stop and fill up!

Christmas Garland and Swag Decorating Ideas

Graceful Christmas bows with long tails dramatically enhance a simple evergreen garland. Cut extra-long strips of wide ribbon or fabric, tie into bows, and attach to the stair railing about 3 feet apart. For a pop of Christmas festivity, try red ribbon. Craft a simple Christmas garland with a mix of yarns. Make tassels from … More Christmas Garland and Swag Decorating Ideas

Winter Doors That Welcome the Season

A decorated evergreen tree, wreaths, and garland are captivating against an all-white backdrop. Decorating with a wire basket filled with firewood reinforces the natural coziness that oozes from this front porch. Scandinavian design inspired an inviting gabled entrance that’s emphasized with berry-studded greenery. Small evergreen trees rest in galvanized buckets on both sides of the … More Winter Doors That Welcome the Season

Crafty Christmas Ornaments ~ Create cozy DIY tree decorations using affordable supplies you may already have stashed around the house and then keep these handmade Christmas ornaments for yourself or use them as gifts this holiday season.

Simply place a small piece of a holiday sweater in a 3-inch embroidery hoop, tighten the hoop, and trim the swatch to fit accordingly. Hang these mini ornaments with strands of ribbon. Gather your kids and friends together for an afternoon of Christmas crafting, and create a whole forest of these easy trees. The trick: … More Crafty Christmas Ornaments ~ Create cozy DIY tree decorations using affordable supplies you may already have stashed around the house and then keep these handmade Christmas ornaments for yourself or use them as gifts this holiday season.

Don't break the bank, decorate for Christmas using what you already have. Check out these inventive Christmas decor ideas that won't dip into your Christmas gift stash!

To transform an old book into a snowman, remove the cover, trim the pages to form a snowman shape, and glue the ends together. Fan out the pages, and accessorize Frosty with felt and twigs. Old sweaters aren’t just for ugly christmas sweater parties anymore! When you’re ready to retire a sweater or cardigan, cut … More Don't break the bank, decorate for Christmas using what you already have. Check out these inventive Christmas decor ideas that won't dip into your Christmas gift stash!

Easy DIY Christmas Decor ~ These homemade Christmas craft ideas will make your home decor festive and affordable, while adding a little "merry and bright" to your Holiday 🎄

Add warmth and comfort to your traditional decor by repurposing old sweaters. Make container cozies by cutting off the cuff end of a sweater sleeve and whipstitching the bottom into a circle. Turn down the sweater edge and sew on jingle bells. These are also great for plain coffee mugs, an instant gift! Personalized Advent calendars make … More Easy DIY Christmas Decor ~ These homemade Christmas craft ideas will make your home decor festive and affordable, while adding a little "merry and bright" to your Holiday 🎄

Dirty Kitchen????

“Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: … whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies — in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 4:9-10,11After … More Dirty Kitchen????