Update -- giveaway closed. Winner was #414 -- Mary Grace. Winner chosen via Random.org It's that time of year. **Back-to-School** My kids started school last week --I'm not sure where the summer went! We have some traditions that we love to make going back to school special for our kids. ...
Pottery Barn-inspired Spring Butterfly Wreath!!
Have I ever introduced you about my little sister Ashley? She is beautiful. She’s an amazing mom. She is a great business woman. And she is so creative. So when she asked me for a good idea for a Spring Wreath the other day, I showed her a picture that has been pinned on my Craft ...
The Candy Party: Part 2 — Embellished Lanterns, Dimensional Magic Necklaces and Goodie Bags
To decorate the front of the house and each side of the Candy Buffet, we made these Giant Lollipops. I saw the idea on Tip Junkie. They are super easy to create and make such a statement!! Another decoration we created was Embellished Lanterns. I bought some plain lanterns at Pier 1 a ...
Guest Project — 3 Tips to a More Organized Day {and organization giveaway}
I'm Jenny from the blog, Planner Perfect and am excited to be here on Tatertots and Jello! I'm a homeschooling mom of seven and love keeping my home and life organized. I'd love to share 3 different things I do in my day that create amazing results! ...
Guest Project — Make Simple Valentine’s Photo Art!!
Hello to everyone at Tatertots & Jello and happy Friday! I’m Nike (that’s Neeka) from Choose To Thrive. I’m thrilled to be sharing my Simple Valentine’s Photo Art tutorial! Valentine’s Day at our house has been a family event ever since kiddo #5 arrived via an emergency ...
Merry, Merry Christmas!!!
Merry Christmas! Thank you all for your wonderful support this year!! It has been amazing to meet so many new friends. I just love this bloggy world and feel so blessed to be a part of it! {Video and pictures taken by Wenderful} Real. Life. Together from wendy vonsosen ...
Do you do this? {Book Advent Calendar}
We started our Book Advent Calendar on the first. I saw the idea last year. Sorry - I can't remember where and loved the idea! After the Holidays last year I gathered up all of our Christmas books and put them away so I could keep track of them. I got them out this year and discovered that I ...
My Family Picture Wall Makeover
Family Picture Wall I have a built-in nook in my family room. I’ve never done much with it since we have lived here. Then I got my new canvas from the Canvas People and knew that I wanted to do something fun with that space. ...
Free Canvas Offer — family memories
I am so excited to tell you about this offer!! It's hard to believe - but it's for real!! It's that time of year when we start thinking about Family Pictures for Christmas Cards. We had some taken last year by my sister Wenderful {if you are in California, she is booking sessions right now} and ...
Family Road Trip — Part 1
We are having a great time on our East Coast Trip! We left Boston yesterday. What a fabulous city! I am in love with Boston! Here's a little recap :) {on the plane} {Boston Duck Tour} {Ella even got to drive!} {@ Harvard} {Explored the city via the "T"} {Ate at Wagamama's ...
I’m a Big Flake — and Some Winners!
I'm having such a fun time visiting my sister and little Hudson that I haven't had a chance to work on my Dinner Dilemma post. I'm gonna save all of those grilling recipes and tips til next week. So -- if you have any great grilling ideas you want to share, leave me a comment and I will ...
Happy Mothers Day to You!!
On this Mothers Day , I am so thankful for my children!! And Happy Mother's Day to My Mom & Mom-in-law -- Love you guys!! Happy Mother's Day to You! XOXO ...
Another Family Rules Canvas
My Family Rules canvas is probably my favorite project of 2009. Thanks to Lindsey over at Pleated Poppy who's best friend Nicole came up with the original idea. When I posted my canvas, Wenderful said she wanted one for Christmas. And of course I was happy to make one for her. Although I did ...
Have your kids been naughty or nice?? — make lump of coal gift boxes
I saw this craft in the Martha Stewart Magazine last year and knew I needed to make it. How funny would it be for the kids to open a lump of coal in their stockings this year? You can put a keychain, a pair of earrings, a tie, a pair of socks or any other small object in ...
Catching Up
A couple of nights ago we had a chance to visit with some dear relatives we hadn't seen for a while. We were invited to my aunt and uncle's beautiful mountain home. My cousins and their families were there and everyone had a wonderful time catching up! Thanks for a wonderful evening!!! Family ...