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When I was in college I thought I would be getting a degree in photography. Along the way I learned that my real interest was graphic design, thanks to an astute photography teacher who noticed I always combined words with my photos. I don't have as much time for...
Let the grad Party commence!
But he turned out okay. I love photo announcements with baby/senior pics... Whether you have a middle schooler graduating and you're just having the fam over for a small celebration or you're hosting a college grad party with a big crowd, there are easy ways to make...
gifts for grads…
It's graduation time and I don't care who you are, you know someone who is graduating from high school, college, kindergarten, or middle school. I'm lucky enough to have a kid graduating from high school on the very same day that I have another kid graduating from...
mother's day gift ideas
Every year I struggle with ideas for Mother's Day gifts. My mom has everything she needs and wants so it is always hard to come up with something unique that I know she will use or treasure. Some easy ideas are to just spend time with your mom. Plan on taking her to...
planting a veggie garden
I love eating fresh fruits and veggies especially in the summer. Last year we decided to build our own vegetable garden. We built two 4' x 8' boxes. Each season we switch out what we grow and try new things. Not everything is a success and it is definitely trial by...
before and after: rocking chair
When I graduated from college and moved out on my own (a really long time ago!) my mom bought me an antique armoire for my bedroom. I decided several years ago to paint it white and loved how it turned out. I also had an antique rocking chair that I recently decided...