This week our Project Inspire{d} team put together some amazingly fun Halloween craft ideas that will make your party tricks and treats totally fabulous. Come on along and Get your "pinning finger" ready for these all Great Ideas... 40 Fun Halloween Craft Ideas DIY Spider Webs by Slice of Southern Pie Spooky Silhouettes by Sadie Seasongoods Glam Halloween Charger Plates by Oh My! Creative Mini Halloween Pocket Book by Crafty Journal Metallic Halloween Flower Arrangement by Housewife Eclectic 31 Days of Halloween Printable by The Krafty Owl Repurposed Pot Lid Jack O'Lantern by Dukes and … [Read more...]
To me... there's nothing better than a handmade Christmas. If I didn't make it... I would purchase handmade items. Especially Christmas ornaments. The handmade ones are the ones I treasure most. They are the ones that have a story. Yup I'm sentimental like that. That's why I put together a very special event for you... My Project Inspire{d} co-hostesses agreed to join me in hosting this very special event, and together we've invited an amazing line-up of bloggers to bring you a whole month filled with beautiful handmade Christmas ornaments that YOU can make too. Here's our inspiring … [Read more...]
I'm so glad you're here! I so look forward to seeing what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! You bless me with your extraordinary creativity. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired. It's time for Project Inspire{d}! Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! If you missed stopping by this past week I shared some extraordinary goodness on the blog... Learning to Sing in the Rain | JoyDay! Easy to Make Southwest … [Read more...]
Do you feel like you've been endlessly walking through the rain? Your shoes are wet and squishy... but you trod on. Some days it just drizzles and other days you're diving for cover... hoping lightning doesn't strike anywhere near you. You wonder... will the sun ever come out? Maybe you even have Annie's song running through your head. The sun'll come out tomorrow... Believe me... I identify. The rain... the dark clouds... the thunder and lightning seem relentless... but we cannot let these challenges... great or small dampen or douse our spirits. We … [Read more...]
This week our Project Inspire{d} team put together a delicious mix of treats... perfect for a Halloween party. Come on along and Get your "pinning finger" ready for these all Great Ideas... 16 Fun and Fabulous Food Ideas for Halloween Monster Brownies from Kleinworth & Co. Easy Graveyard Pudding Cups by Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom Mini Halloween Pumpkin Pies by Inspiration for Moms Zombie Eyes Donuts by Julie is Coco and Cocoa Pumpkin Basket Sugar Cookies by Ann's Entitled Life Witches Brew Cocktail by Made with Happy Double Chocolate Candy Corn Cookies by Delightful E … [Read more...]
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. Family time is a high value for most of us. But, sometimes the wheel of life spins so quickly... even the most important people and times in our lives get away from us... despite our desires or best intentions. We all know the value of sitting around the table for family meals... yet more often than not the drive-thru seems like the only option on a hectic day. With that in mind, here's a Super Easy 7 Ingredient Southwest Chicken Supper that will nourish your family and only take a tiny bit of your limited … [Read more...]
I'm so glad you're here! I so look forward to seeing what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! You bless me with your extraordinary creativity. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired. It's time for Project Inspire{d}! Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! If you missed stopping by this past week I shared some extraordinary goodness on the blog... Need God to Move a Mountain? | JoyDay! 50 Pumpkin Treats and … [Read more...]
This past week was a bit challenging. I could psychoanalyze it. Or I could choose to look at the people and events through God's eyes. To be honest... the former is much easier than the later. You see I need to lay my pride down to do that. I need to let go of my righteous indignation. I need to let God's word and the Holy Spirit open my eyes not only to the situation... but to my heart. And more than anything I need to let God transform my heart. Create a clean heart in me, O God, and renew a faithful spirit within me. and provide me with a spirit of willing … [Read more...]
It's Pumpkin Season! Maybe you're not quite as giddy as me, but you have to admit there's something about a pumpkin that just makes one smile. Yes? This week our Project Inspire{d} team put together a delicious mix of crafts and eats to tantalize all your senses. So... come on along and Get your "pinning finger" ready for these all Great Ideas... 24 Pumpkin Crafts and Eats You'll Want to Make Easy DIY Dryer Vent Pumpkin Wreath from A Cultivated Nest Paper Plate Holder Door Décor from Sadie Seasongoods Milk Jug Jack-o-Lantern from Crafty Journal Monogrammed Cross Stitch Pumpkin from … [Read more...]
What is it about those orange orbs in all shapes and sizes? Every year, when the calendar page flips to September, my eyes are peeled for pumpkin sightings and tastings. You might say I've a penchant for pumpkin treats and recipes! For the past few weeks I've been drooling over the many pumpkin treats and recipes linked up at our weekly Project Inspire{d} Link Party. So, just in case you're like me, I put together a round-up of drool-worthy pumpkin recipes.... I LOVE pumpkin pie... and cookies... so this recipe totally captured me... two of my favorite foods in one bite! Easy Pumpkin Pie … [Read more...]
I'm so glad you're here! I so look forward to seeing what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! Y'all have such amazing creativity. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired. It's time for Project Inspire{d}! Mary Beth from Cupcakes and Crinoline ~ Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday Stephanie from The Silly Pearl ~ Diane from An Extraordinary Day Thanks for choosing to party with us! If you missed stopping by this past week I shared some extraordinary goodness on the blog... How to live under the circumstances. | JoyDay! The Perfect Fall Coffee … [Read more...]
You've undoubtedly heard someone say, "I'm doing well, under the circumstances." We're all in different seasons of life. Some of us have some fun and exciting things going on... building new houses, expecting a new baby, an upcoming vacation to a foreign country, or maybe even wedding nuptials and a new life ahead. Others are struggling, "under the circumstances." I know a mom desperately ill in the hospital, others who are experiencing unemployment or underemployment, there are some with empty nests, others with an empty spot at the table, there are many with financial burdens and relationship … [Read more...]
If you're like me, you enjoy making your entry inviting. Here are some fabulous porch and door fall decorating ideas! Porch and Door Fall Decorating Ideas Six Autumn Wreaths :: At Home with Jemma Wine Barrel and Bottle Wreath :: The Painted Hinge Quick Fall Door Decor :: Forever Decorating DIY Deck Makeover Reveal :: The Heathered Nest Trash Can Planters :: Little Brags Mason Jar & Reclaimed Wood Wall Sconces :: Scrapality Saying Hello to Fall with a Grapevine Wreath :: Across the Blvd Broken Headboard Bench :: Hunt and Host Easy Outdoor Fall Decor :: Second Chance to … [Read more...]
I'm so glad you're here! It's always fun to see what you link up each week at Project Inspire{d}! I can't wait to see your latest creative great ideas. And I know our non-blogging friends can't wait to be inspired. But before we party hearty... don't miss this!! We have a special giveaway for you today! Alphabet Trains is a charming children's new book by author Samantha Vamos. This sweet story uses trains as a "vehicle" (pun intended) to help kids learn the alphabet. Each train gets a different letter of the alphabet plus there are plenty for youngsters to talk about-- where do the trains go? What do … [Read more...]
The coffee table is often the center of attention in our living rooms and family rooms. It's a spot that so many want to get just right. Especially since hours can be spent around that rectangle, square, or round low table. I've had many readers say, "Please help!" Because they just don't know what to put on their coffee table... besides a cup of coffee. The idea of "styling" that focal point is intimidating. And for some reason... many feel the decorating pressure to create a perfect fall coffee table. After all... fall decor is coming close to pushing Christmas off that first place … [Read more...]
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle - Ian Maclaren Most of us are a fighting an invisible battle. Few friends or family know most of our struggles. You don't broadcast your plight to the world, do you? For the most part, I don't either, except I sometimes share what I'm going through here on the blog to serve as an example of what God is doing in my life. My story of grace. I'm amazed that since September 2012, just a smidge less than 100 thousand people have pinned this image and verse from the blog... {Joy Day!} A Four-Part Plan That's a lot of people! What's … [Read more...]
Is it apple picking season in your neck of the woods? Picking apples is so fun. Really what's easier? There's nothing like going home with a bushel of apples and plans to make lots of apple treats. Just in case you need a few new ideas... we've got you covered. The Project Inspire{d} team is drooling over these super, can't wait to make, yummy apple recipes! So... get your "pinning finger" ready for these Great Ideas... 30 Yummy Apple Recipes Apple Cinnamon Roll by Dukes and Duchesses Apple Smiles by Just 2 Sisters Apple Monkey Bread Muffins by Upstate Ramblings Back to … [Read more...]
