Chalkboard all around

This weekend while I was in the land of Pinterest I found these fun ideas on chalkboard. You can paint chalkboard on almost anything, things I wouldn't even think of painting. I love that the kids can write on it, it can be used for lists, or labeling and that you can turn just about any surface into chalkboard. There are so many uses for chalkboard.....who knew....

DIY Chalkboard table from an old coffee table!
Love this idea. Perfect for the kids!
via {homemaking cottage}

Chalkboard place mats....so cute for a dinner party!
via {Martha Stewart}

Chalkboard Place Cards 
via {wedding chicks}

Chalkboard labels on mason jars
So fun for a party! These can be used also in your pantry.
via {on the go bride}

Chalkboard painted mug
Such a great gift idea and a cute way to leave a love note also!
via {wit & whistle}

Lunchbox chalkboard message
LOVE this idea!!! I will do this!
via {crafting with freckles}

Chalkboard medicine cabinet
So fun to write love notes on it. Great way to start your morning!
via {Inspire Design and Create}

Chalkboard wine glasses! Love! 

Chalkboard banner
via {say yes to hoboken}

Homemade chalkboard paint
If you can't find the color you are looking for you can always make it!
via {Better Homes and Gardens}

Happy "chalking"

Until next time...
{Lynnae}

Father's Day

Father's Day is in a few days, have you thought about what you are going to get/do/make for the best man to your kiddos or even for your own dad? Here are a few of my favorite ideas I found in the world of Pinterest:

A book All About Dad
Free Download from Eighteen25

These are always so cute for your little ones to fill out.
via {two journey's one life}

This has to be one of the cutest books....All About My Dad from Paper Coterie

I love this quote for a "Papa"
 It's true my Dad brings so much joy to my kids life by being their Papa.

Cute candy jar idea with a free printable via {My Sister's Suitcase} 
Can be for dad or grandpa

I hope that you find the perfect gift or idea for Father's Day. If all else fails, a great big kiss a hug and a day that daddy can relax is the best gift also!

Until next time...
{Lynnae}

Washi Tape Love

I am loving Washi tape, are you?!? I want, no I think I may need this tape dispenser and tape from
cu-te-ta-pe Oh the simple things in life that make me happy. I think I may have an addiction and if someone feels the need to buy me a gift please buy me the tape dispenser.....hint hint to my hubby!

Until next time...
{Lynnae}

Pallet Garden

I have a total black thumb...however I am always lusting over beautiful backyards. Lately I have been seeing a lot of pallet gardens...and I began to think perhaps it was something small scale I could tackle. First task was finding the perfect pallet...

Found it!!! even gizmo likes it :)

Then I had to deciede from the many ideas I pinned on Pinterest which one would be perfect in my backyard...once I determined that then it was time for plants and pots...

Cactus and other succulents are pretty hard to kill so I figured they are the best option for a start planter

So with all the items ready all I needed to do was put it together...easier said then done...however with a little help from some friends...( thanks Iggy and Mo ) I completed my planter!

Fits perfect right on the wall between my two doors to the backyard

<3 rosette





Hobby Lobby is coming to the OC

I can't even begin to tell you how excited we are that Hobby Lobby is opening their first Orange County store right here in Laguna Niguel. It is taking over the old Mervyn's location off of Alicia (in the same shopping center as Tilly's) and it is going to be 80,000 sq ft of pure crafting, home decor bliss! I can't even hold my excitement, and I have never even been to one, but my sister lives by the Rancho Cucamonga one and says it's A.M.A.Z.I.N.G and all my Mid West girlfriends think I am just crazy getting so excited about this (even though they say it is great too)!! I mean it has to be great, I follow so many blogs that talk about Hobby Lobby and I have been wondering what this place is all about! Well on May 11th I will be find out and I know if you live in the OC area too you are jumping for joy as well!!

Happy Crafting...

Until next time...
{Lynnae}

Valetine's Day Recap

I stayed up the night before making these cute felt "envelope" bags for my sweethearts!

Hearts and love was everywhere

And of course my sweet Mother in Love made these heart scones for us!

Hope everyone had a great Valentine's Day!

Until next time...
{Lynnae}

Valentine's Day Ideas

Valentine's Day is fast approaching and if you are in the mood for some crafts this weekend here are a few of my favorites from Pinterest that I have found...


DIY Heart Snow globes via {Dandee Designs}

DIY Heart Tea bag and heart sugar cubes (red food coloring painted on the sugar)
Via {Funkytime}

LOVE banner with sheet music paper and glitter, what's not to LOVE??
via {Little Birdie Secrets}

If only I knew how to crochet, these are just too adorable!
via {A Crafty House}

DIY cake stand, SO cute!!! via {Say Yes to Hoboken}

DIY felt coffee cozies (perfect for a friend)
via {The purl bee}

Felt Candy heart pouch via {The purl bee}

Mailboxes for love notes via {The Anderson Crew}



Happy Crafting!
Until next time...{Lynnae}

Crafting for Valentine's Day

It's February already, the month of LOVE, the month to do fun crafts and make sweet treats for the ones we love. Valentine's Day isn't one of my favorite holidays but I do enjoy it for what it is and of course having two little ones who love to celebrate any holiday make it that much more fun. This past week I made a few little "V" day banners after some inspiration I received in the form of a gift from my sweet friend Vanessa. She made me this cute banner.

{don't mind the pinecone my son picked up from his walk the other day}

 After an hour of cutting over 50 of these felt circles

I made a cute felt flower ball...

Taelor wanted a banner for her bed so of course we made one

And how could I not make one for Ethan too...



It's fun to decorate for a holiday even if it's just a little banner to brighten up a room and to see a smile on your child's face when it's done.

Happy Love month!

Until next time...

Lynnae

The Sewing Attic

About 3 months ago my friend jenny told me about this sewing class she goes to once a week for two hours...I was totally intrigued I have a sewing machine but my skills are limited. I emailed the teacher the next day and after a few weeks on a waiting list I got a spot. Ever since I have been spending my tues night sewing....I just finished my lastest project a baseball backpack for Angels games!

Baseball Print and a Blue Denim to make the Backpack stronger

Zipper Top & Inside Pocket!

Super Cute Backpack!

Thanks Nancy for all your help and such an amazing class!

If you are interested in taking a sewing class contact Nancy Gray ( thesewingattic@hotmail.com)

<3 rosette

DIY Inspiration

Just thought I would share a few DIY inspirations that I found this week:

A frame with a fabric napkin print, adds so much to a wall
From The Small Things blog

DIY necklaces, cute for Valentine's Day for a little girl, I mean what little girl doesn't like to have fun jewelry
From Eighteen25

DIY hooks from Sew Craft Create

Cute DIY ruffled hair clips. So easy from i heart nap time

Happy Crafting...

Until next time...
Lynnae