16
May

How to make chalk paint

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So I've heard about the glorious chalk paint for a few months now and decided to see what all the hype was about. If you love the shabby look you will l-o-v-e chalk paint. It gives you a nice chalky  finish and makes distressing a piece of cake. One thing I love about chalk paint is it can be used on any surface. AND {bonus} there's no need for sanding or priming your piece  beforehand. Anything that saves me less steps-->I'm there! ;) I … [Read more...]

07
May

Teacher Appreciation Day {easy gift idea}

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If you're looking for a last minute gift for teacher appreciation day, these mini art easels are perfect. Why is it that anything "small" or "mini" is so much cuter?! ;) Today I'm going to show you how to make these simple gifts for your kids teachers. They will love these mini art easels that they can display on their desks. Your kids can help with these too! Here's what you'll need to get started- Supplies: Mini art easel (purchased … [Read more...]

03
May

Handmade cards

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Okay I'm totally on one of those card making kicks right now...all my scrapbook supplies are out and I am in the MODE! I love the look of the washi tape on these glassine bags. I had the pleasure of meeting We R Memory Keepers at CHA a few months ago and fell in love with their company. Their products are amazing! Me and Kristyn were little girls in a candy store looking around their booth. I got to play with their new line … [Read more...]

02
May

Make a sandbox with a tire!

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Hey friends! Today I'm excited to welcome guest blogger, Emily from Raise a Boy! She's going to share with us how to make a sandbox with a tire! This is perfect for summer! With summer approaching, we wanted to improve our backyard with something fun for our boys.  We decided to build a sandbox but after looking into it we thought it would be a little more costly than we wanted. I didn't want this to deter me so I went about this project being … [Read more...]

24
Apr

Butterfly canvas art

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Hey guys! Still buried in laundry and e-mails...but don't worry I am alive! You guys would miss me too much, wouldn't you? ;) I do have another wonderful guest for you today. Let's meet Rachel... Hello IHN friends! I'm Rachel from Bubbly Nature Creations. I am beyond thrilled to guest post on Jamielyn's awesome blog today! I love simple projects that make a big statement and are pocket book friendly! I recently re-decorated my living room … [Read more...]

19
Apr

Creative business cards & thank you gift

creative business cards

Today I'm on my way up to SNAP {probably on the flight right now ;)} and wanted to show you these creative business cards I made for the conference. I LOVE how they turned out! My friend Coleen(check her out on fb here) printed the cards in the funky shape and then I dressed them up in these cute glassine gift bags. Then my sweet hubs helped me pack them up while watching American Idol. :D This would be a fun idea for a little invitation or thank … [Read more...]

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