Years ago I picked up a little how-to-quilt book at Walmart and made my first quilt. After that full-sized one, I made one baby quilt. And then I guess I got busy and didn't make time for it and the next thing I knew, it was nearly thirty years later and I decided I'd like to re-learn to quilt. … [Read more...] about Quilting: a new (old) hobby
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Lindsey’s sweet & simple beach wedding
So last week I gave you a little one-photo teaser, but now that our big kids and grands have all left town, I've got time to properly tell all about Lindsey's beach wedding. Consider yourself warned: photo-heavy post. NOT SORRY! ;) Yes, we photographed the wedding. I took the getting-ready … [Read more...] about Lindsey’s sweet & simple beach wedding
Vintage style DIY recipe box
In my efforts to simplify, I realized my adorable little "Cook's Book" recipe binder was taking up counter space but not getting much use. It did a fabulous job of helping me consolidate far too many cookbooks, but while it was perfect living on my cookbook stand, it wouldn't fit on a regular shelf … [Read more...] about Vintage style DIY recipe box
Beach Activities for Kids
We have BEACH on the brain right now as we count down the days until our next trip. One thing I love about our vacations is the laid-back vibe, and I never like to have too much planned. I think the kids could build sand castles and chase waves ALL.DAY.LONG and be perfectly happy, but I do like to … [Read more...] about Beach Activities for Kids