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Toddler Bedroom

This has been a long process to transform our guest bedroom into Laurel’s toddler haven, but it is finally done! (with the exception of a couple small items). When we bought our house, the previous owners had a giant mural with their child’s name on the wall and when we went to remove it, a…

Simple Yarn and Bead Garland

Beads and yarn! These can be used in so many ways to make crafts. A simple, yet sweet way to use it is to make a garland. Just grab your favourite colours of yarn, some wooden beads, a needle and you are good to go. MATERIALS yarn – whatever you prefer! I used a basic,…

30 Gifts and Surprises for 30 Years Old!!

My husband shares his birthday with our oldest daughter, so he often does not get a big celebration. I had to plan something special for this 30th! I decided to give him 30 surprises and gifts throughout the day to celebrate him and it was a hit!! He loved it and was so fun to…

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A teacher and a mom just crafting my way through life. I love trying my hand at all ranges of crafts and DIY. I am here to share what I discover and maybe teach you a few things you didn’t know before. Glad to have you on this journey with me!

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