Summer is still in full swing in these parts! We recently went on a camping vacation with the kiddos and had so much fun. If you've been camping with little ones, you'll know that even when you've been hiking, fishing and exploring there are moments perfect for a quiet camp activity. What better way to enjoy the outdoors and nature than to do a little bit of painting? My little guy and I did just that and I'm excited to share all the details with you!Disclosure: Art supplies and sponsorship provided by Social Artworking. As always, all opinions are mine alone. #SocialArtworkingCamp Activity Ideas It was a quiet morning during our camping trip and all of the other campers were sleeping in while my little guy and I were bright eyed and bushy tailed. The sun had risen and the birds ... [Read More]
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Camping Tips and Tricks for Fun Family Camping
I love camping. I have loved it ever since I was a little girl and I'd spend at least one week every summer camping with my Aunties at Shaver Lake. I love the forest, I love the smell of the campfire and the sounds of wild life. Of course, I also love the conveniences of running water, hot showers and flushing toilets. So when I "rough it" I make sure we find a camp ground that has all the necessary amenities.Camping Tips We recently spent a week up in South Lake Tahoe and I'm excited to share some tips and tricks for "not so roughing it" for a fun family experience. Reserving Your Campsite Whether you're looking for a place to camp for your vacation, or you already know where you'd like to go. Look up the campsite online at ReserveAmerica.com. Many State Parks and Campsites are ... [Read More]
How To Make A Travel Car Caddy For F8 Toy Vehicles
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RevUpF8 #CollectiveBiasDo you have a Fast & Furious™ fan at home? I have four of them! Being the only girl in a family of five, I'm no stranger to the Fast & Furious™ franchise. In fact, I'm a huge fan too! I mean really, who isn't? The Fast & Furious™ franchise is Universal Picture's most profitable and longest running franchise! My youngest is too young to have seen all of the movies but he absolutely loves cars and his favorite ride during the Universal Studios Studio Tour is Fast & Furious™ Supercharged. It's just so exciting! So naturally, when I saw the new F8 toys at Walmart, I knew my little guy would love them.I don't have to tell you that ... [Read More]
Traveling from Miss to Mrs. Bridal Shower
Do you love to travel or know someone who loves adventure? Perhaps you have a friend planning a wedding soon and you’d like to host a Travel themed bridal shower in her honor? A couple of months ago I styled a “Traveling from Miss to Mrs.” Bridal Shower for Oriental Trading Company and I'm excited to share some highlights with you today!Inspired by the colors of a map, I wanted to create an airy and feminine dessert table for the special Bride. With aquas, pinks and a splash of gold the party was perfect for the adventure loving bride!Here are some of the highlights.... ... [Read More]
Adventure Luggage Tag| Sizzix Tutorial
Summer is the time for adventure and traveling! We recently celebrated our love for traveling and adventure on Father's Day with an Indiana Jones Inspired party. I created themed luggage tags using the latest Luggage Tag dies by Eileen Hull and my Big Shot. These were super easy and fun to make for our little party!Let's get started!For this project, you will need the following (affiliate links):Sizzix Big Shot Standard Cutting Pads Precision Base Plate Magnetic Platform Multi Purpose Platform Sizzix Texture Fades Embossing Folders Set - Burlap & Swirls Adventure Words Thinlits Set Luggage Tags Die by Eileen Hull Little Sizzles Mat Board Adhesive Kraft card stock Twine Black Ink PadStarting with the Luggage ... [Read More]
Sizzix Tutorial | DIY Party Favor – Traveling Through Time
DIY Party Favor Happy Monday! Today I'm sharing a party favor I made for my recent "Stopping Time...Forever Thirty-Nine" birthday party using the Sizzix ScoreBoards Suitcase Die by Eileen Hull. Since paper-crafting is a huge party of my party planning process, I love to incorporate as many paper projects I can with my parties. My favorite part about the Scoreboards Dies by Eileen Hull, is that they are easy to incorporate into any party theme. Unfortunately, I created one too many paper crafts this time around and didn't end up using these adorable suitcase party favors as planned, but still thought I'd share them with you!Sizzix Products Used:Sizzix Big Shot Standard Cutting Pads Multipurpose Platform Premium Extended Crease Pad Extended Cutting Pads Magnetic ... [Read More]
