Do you have trouble sleeping?  I do.  and I have several friends who struggle as well.  It seems I can't quite turn my brain off.  The house is finally quiet and I can think - and so I do - but I can't stop.  Sometimes I just have trouble falling asleep, and sometimes I just can't seem to get ...

Looking through several DIY magazines this holiday, I was inspired to organize my crafting area a bit.  I found this little thing at a thrift store for $4, and decided it would be perfect for organizing ribbon, trims, buttons, etc. Obviously it needed a little love. SO I  removed the little ...

how can that be???!?!  (you ask yourself)  I present to you... Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies. So - this week I am trying to eat very very healthy - a little detox of sorts - mainly just avoiding all of the common allergens - to give my body a little time to heal after the ...

Good morning!  Today my good friend Laura is here to share with us a quick and easy redo for a canvas bag.  I actually saw one really similar to her finished product in a catalog the other day!  Also a reader, Pam, inquired about the candy canes on the banner of my  blog - the tutorial to make them ...

First things first - I am happy to announce that the winner of the Bridget&Lucy Giveaway is...(chosen by Random.org) Heather(asmusacres)!!! She uploaded 6 projects to the Flickr pool!!  Busy girl!  You can see them here.  Thanks so much to everyone who entered - hopefully we can do another one ...

One of the favorite flavor combination's of the season - now in a bite-sized cupcake version! This is an easy recipe and a sure hit at any holiday party. Here's what you will need: Devil's Food Cake mix eggs oil water small, bite-sized peppermint patties mini cupcake ...

We've been making this recipe in my family for three generations now.  Some of you may have aversions to creamy "salad" type things, but this one is amazing!!  Here are the ingredients you will need: 1 lb fresh cranberries ( chopped) I usually use the food processor 1 cup of whipping ...

Blooming Deer Pillow $88.00 Hello!  Here I am with another project inspired by something I saw while perusing my Anthro catalog that just came in the mail. I liked it because it is seasonal, but not so literally Christmas.  I commissioned my talented hubby to draw the pattern for the ...

That's right!  This little number is made from only a fat quarter.  It is self-lined and the strap is made from fabric too!!  It is just the perfect size for a date, wedding, or party.  Anytime you only need to bring your wallet, lip gloss, and phone.  I hope you don't mind the fabric I used.  ...

For those of you who don't sew at all - this is a dazzling no-sew project.  Of course, I copied it from Anthropologie.  Are you tired of me doing that?  Oh well, i guess you'll just have to live with it because I LOVE anthro and can't afford to buy stuff there.  So I copycat.  I have seen many ...