Anyone else get sentimental about toys that your kids outgrow? Rather than getting rid of a favorite toy use it to make these DIY Kids Toy Bookends. Kids outgrow toys. It’s just part of life. But as a Mom there are certain toys that I find more sentimental than other toys. And a few that I just want to hang on to a little while longer. I have created a DIY for doing just … [Read more...]
Hardcover Book Clock DIY
Are you a bibliophile? You know I am! Here's a chance to add even more books to your home decor with a Hardcover Book Clock DIY. While I am normally against the destruction of a perfectly good book, I couldn't help myself. The main supply for this project is, you guessed it, a book. You will also need these supplies: Clock kit (you can purchase these at your local craft or hobby … [Read more...]
Feather Bookmark
Thanks to Cafe Breaks for this collaboration and the reminder to take 5 minutes for a quick indulgence #LoveCafeBreaks Never be caught without a good book, and never lose your place with this Feather Bookmark Cross Stitch Pattern! Even though all my kids are school aged, because I homeschool Oldest Twin I've got kids with me all day long. However, even in the hustle and bustle of daily life … [Read more...]
Summer Reading Book Crafts
This post was sponsored on behalf of Zenni Optical via One2One Network. All opinions stated are my own. #SeeingIsForReading Bring your reading to life with Book Crafts! Read it, make it, love it. I grew up loving to read and I've tried to encourage my boys to have the same love of reading. Summer is the time when we do the most reading together. Because they aren't in school … [Read more...]
An Unnecessary Woman + May Book Club
Have you ever lost something of immense sentimental value? Have you ever made a mistake you thought you couldn't live with? Have you lived with illusions that were brutally exposed which left you feeling vulnerable and stupid, or worse, like years of your life (or even entire life) were a lie? Has death ever seemed like the best option? These are some of the intense emotions which … [Read more...]