Category Archives: Homemade

Merry Valentine

Posted on February 6, 2014 by gracieed

What??  Have you lost your mind, Grace?  “Merry” Valentine??? What’s going on??? Funny you should ask. This past November my grandpa (who is 94 and lives in England) fell and ended up in the hospital for a month.  Following that … Continue reading →

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Pinterest365 – Day 57 & 58 – Fabric Softener and Dryer Sheets

Posted on January 26, 2013 by gracieed

I’ve been doing a LOT of laundry this week washing blankets and comforters that I use in the bottom of our dog crates.  Blankets and comforters are quite bulky so I can only do a couple per load.  This adds … Continue reading →

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Pinterest365 – Day 56 – DIY Storage

Posted on January 9, 2013 by gracieed

Today’s Pinterest365 is a DIY Storage solution that I was inspired to make when I saw this post on Pinterest.  I love the symmetry of the boxes, the clean appearance and the adorableness. I have a collection of cubbies that … Continue reading →

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Pinterest365 – Day 53-54 – More Organizing Helps

Posted on January 3, 2013 by gracieed

I just discovered this morning that January is National Get Organized Month.  And with that in mind here are a few more organizing helps.  I’m continuing to sort through craft and home supplies and the ideas I find on Pinterest … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 50-52 – Organizing Helps

Posted on January 2, 2013 by gracieed

Sorry for not keeping up with my daily Pinterest posts.  I got a little waylaid by the holidays, meant to start up on January 1st, but that day got away from me as well.  But never fear I’m back. I … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 49- Wrapping Paper Cuff

Posted on December 21, 2012 by gracieed

I don’t know about you, but after I’ve started using a roll of wrapping paper, I’m in two minds about what to do to secure the remaining paper.  I sometimes use tape, but that can end with the paper ripping the next time … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 48- Photo Memory Votives

Posted on December 18, 2012 by gracieed

Covering glass candle holders with tissue paper was a favorite craft of mine as a kid.  I love how the candle light is diffused by the tissue paper.  And when I found this tutorial that teaches you how to print … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 47- Polar Express Hot Cocoa

Posted on December 17, 2012 by gracieed

I knew Mike and I would be watching “The Polar Express” tonight for our 25 Christmas movie Challenge.  And I love the Hot Cocoa scene so I searched Pinterest for a really good hot cocoa recipe.  And to my delight … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 43, 44, 45, 46 – A couple of handy tools and lots of glitter

Posted on December 17, 2012 by gracieed

Okay, it’s catchup day! I will start with the handy tools.  Pinterest365 – Day 43 – I came across this DIY Bobbin Holder a couple of months ago at the Smashed Peas and Carrots blog and since I’ve been doing … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 41 and 42 – Paper Christmas trees and a card

Posted on December 12, 2012 by gracieed

Well, I made my paper Christmas trees today and they turned out really cute.  The tutorial was excellent; I only wish I had tons of double-sided paper to make a bunch.  I used my tree as decoration for a Christmas card. … Continue reading →

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