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Welcome and No Soliciting Sign

Aug

2012

Please tell me I'm not the only one who gets solicitors at their home all.the.time. You know, the ones who always come and ring your doorbell during nap time! I want to make a welcome and no soliciting sign that says: NOTICE TO ALL SOLICITORS: DON'T EVEN BOTHER KNOCKING. I WILL NOT BUY YOUR STUFF OR SIGN UP FOR YOUR SERVICE!!! Question: How do you tell them nicely that you don't need their alarm systems, you already have a pest control provider, your vacuum works well and no, they … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Digital Designs & Printables, DIY, Furniture & Decor · Tagged With: home decor

Creative Ideas for Blank Switch Plates

Aug

2012

by Stephanie 12 Comments

Who knew there were so many creative ideas for blank switch plates? These are just the simple covers you put on electrical outlets or light switches that aren't being used any more. They come in a variety of colors and materials. These are galvanized metal ones and they aren't expensive at all! Here is how Karen, from Sew Many Ways, used some of hers: Did you know you could use them as labels with a dry erase marker? I think it is time to make a visit to the hardware store! For … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Furniture & Decor · Tagged With: repurposing

How to Document the Funny Things Kids Say {giveaway closed}

Aug

2012

by Stephanie 31 Comments

Some of my favorite memories to think about are the funny things my kids have said. My oldest son told me (when he was 3) that he wanted to be a mom when he grows up so he doesn't have to work. My son told his preschool class that the best way to get away from a dangerous spider was to pick it up and rip off its legs so it couldn't chase you. One of my kids asked me (when he was 3) if the word Pornography was Spanish because he didn't understand what it meant. The same child, who was … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Baby & Kids, Paper Crafts, Promotions, Real Life · Tagged With: journals

Sweet Treats

Aug

2012

by Stephanie 5 Comments

Last week's most-viewed link in our link party was the post "Sugar Cookie Bars" from High Heels & Grills. I actually pinned this, not knowing it was the most-popular, but because it totally caught eye. (Looks like it caught a lot of people's eyes!) Thanks Sarah for the great post! So in keeping with this same theme, I thought I would feature some SWEET TREATS- recipes that will have you drooling and wanting to bite your computer screen! Grab a glass of milk and take a look at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Baking · Tagged With: desserts, treats

10 Ways to Decorate Your Mantel For Fall

Aug

2012

by Todays Post 4 Comments

10 Ways to Decorate Your Mantel For Fall

Hello Somewhat Simple Readers! I'm Taryn and I blog over at Design, Dining + Diapers. A place where I share DIY tutorials, crafts, allergy-friendly recipes and a little bit of this and a little that. I'm so excited to be joining Stephanie's team as a regular contributor. That means you'll be seeing more of me around here. Can't wait to get to know all of you! Is anyone else completely shocked it's the last week of August? This month has flown by. While I'm sad to see summer come to an end, I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Furniture & Decor, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: fall, mantel