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This Un Valentines gift was inspired by my cousin's FB status last February: "4 days till Singles Awareness Day....greeaat!" And she had this picture on her wall: I realize that Valentines Day is not all roses and chocolates for everyone. I'm married, but my Valentines Day will consist of helping kids with homework, then shuttling kids to and from piano practice, cub scouts and soccer practice. Somewhere in there I should probably find time to make dinner, but the truth is my … [Read more...]
Hi All! It's Taryn from Design, Dining + Diapers and it's always fun to visit Somewhat Simple! We all know there is a big holiday coming up it's filled with red, white, pink and lots of hearts. I've seen so many wonderful ideas floating around so I decided to put together a little package of 17 Valentine's Day Treats for all of you! They are SO cute. Candy Buttons by Crazy For Crust Heart Cheesecakes by Maddalee Cream Cheese Conversation Heart by Twigg Studios Fish In The Sea … [Read more...]
Here is a quick and easy Valentines gift that is sure to get a smile or two from the recipient! My husband and I usually don't exchange big presents on Valentines Day, but we do make the day special with thoughtful cards or something simple but meaningful. Last year, my husband came home to the following spread on and over his bed: The kids and I made a trip to the grocery store and bought 12 helium balloons (4 red, 4 pink & 4 white). Then, we each thought of 3 reasons why we love my … [Read more...]
I have to show you one of the most creative Valentines cards I've made! I absolutely LOVE the way it has turned out! I'm a long-time customer of MyPublisher.com and I have made several of their classic hardcover books. Last week while working on my current project, I noticed an option for a book that I'd never seen before- they call it "My Mini" and what grabbed my attention was just how cheap it is- $2.99! It is a 20-page softcover book that is only 2.75" x3.5". Since my husband and I usually … [Read more...]
Anyone have a New Year's Resolution to exercise more? Here is a very simple project that should get a few laughs if you make one for your home. I call it the "Exercise Block" and before any of you tune me out, let me say that this is funny, no exercise required! Take A Look: Materials Needed: 1 block of wood (mine was a 4x4.) I bought this wood at Lowes and they cut it for me for free! Scrapbook Paper Mod Podge Sponge Brush Ribbon Printed Directions Directions: 1. Cut 6 squares of … [Read more...]
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