Thursday, February 20, 2014

Myrtle Beach, SC | Our Vacay Part 1

What's with this weather? Thankfully, we were able to sneak away from it a few weeks ago to catch a little sun in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. And let me tell you, Parker loved it! And, so did mommy and daddy being able to put him in a stroller and walk everywhere.

We had a busy week, touring, shopping and dining. We managed to hit up The Market Common, Broadway at the Beach, The Tanger Outlets (of course), some Piers and Beaches, Barefoot Landing, Murrell's Inlet... and more! If Parker were older I'm sure we would have needed a whole month just to do everything there.

Anyways, here are a few of the photos that I managed to get while we were being tourists. (unedited of course, or else I don't think you'd ever get to see them)


Joe's Crab Shack - Barefoot Landing

Boardwalk - Broadway at the Beach

Carousel - Barefoot Landing

Carousel - Myrtle Beach

The Man Cave Store - Broadway at the Beach

Mirror Maze - Broadway at the Beach

The Homes - Murrell's Inlet

Ocean View - Myrtle Beach

Boardwalk - Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach - Beaches

Pier 4 - Myrtle Beach

Sky Wheel - Myrtle Beach

WonderWorks - Broadway at the Beach


So much fun. I'm glad we went and saw it. Everyone was so friendly and I just loved that southern accent. I can't wait to share the pictures I snapped in Charleston.





Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Elephants, Giraffes! Oh My! Oh My!

New animal illustrations in the shop! Go check them out.





Friday, February 14, 2014

DIY Baby Footprints Heart | Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day! While this year marks 12 Valentine's Days together, we're opting out of the typical chocolates, flowers and dinner. Instead we've decided to invest in ourselves and get each other a bowflex.

But... It still wouldn't be Valentine's day without a little something. So, I insisted we celebrate some DIY heart footprints from the little man.




This project was definitely a family affair. First, I placed Parker's feet on the ink pad while the hubs held him. Then he lowered him into position so I could place the little feet. We then did the other foot the same way. I then got out my stamp set and wrote out i love you, and improvised for the period with the tip of a pen. 




I just need to buy a frame and our perfect little Valentine has delivered us the best present of all! Happy Valentine's Day - I hope your spoiled with the time of family and friends who love you and maybe a little keepsake like the one above to remind you what matters most.



Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Bath Renovations | Part 1

Before we left for vacay, we had destroyed the bathroom - literally. Right now I'm brushing my teeth in the kitchen sink and getting my face on in the bedroom. All that's left is the shower and toilet - thankfully!

While the hubs is off work for the next week or so, he plans on wrapping up most of the bathroom renovations. We're still trying to figure out exactly what we're going to do (here). I have a pretty good idea and only a little bit of time left. As soon as the floors are finished and the new toilet in - my time is up.

Anyways, here's the progress so far.

Before we started, it's hard to tell but the laundry is when you enter on the left with the shower next to it. On the right is the toilet, vanity and linen closet. If it weren't such a mess I'd be removing the closet and adding it above the laundry, but there is electrical and vents in the walls of it. :(




A view looking in from the hallway and of course,  the laundry area with the original paint colour from when we moved in. The holes in the wall are from changing out the water hookups. I want to remove the cupboard, put in a countertop and other shelving. When we moved in the closet doors were removed - I'm hoping to make it pretty so I can keep it that way.





The linen closet is on the opposite side of the laundry - no door again. I'm actually hoping to find something used with character for it - maybe even with glass? I really need to tidy up the space.

And then there's the vanity. I hate it! That's all I can say.





Don't get me started on the floors. They were laid so poorly they are breaking everywhere. The doorway is the main reason we are tackling this sooner than later. Once Little P starts crawling this can't be like this - he would slice his hands open for sure!




And let the demo begin. While the hubs was at work I removed the tile. When he came home he removed the subfloor they put in and the vanity. It's so nice not to have to step up to get into the bathroom. Oh and did I mention they built all of the subfloor and tile around the toilet instead of raising it? Let me tell you squatting that low sure was fun while pregnant - NOT!






The hubs hard at work and here's pretty much what it finished out like that night. We now have the vanity removed and the start of the floors put in.




That's it for now. Hopefully I'll have some more progress pics soon!



Monday, February 10, 2014

Valentine's Day Favorites!

I'm back... from vacay that is! We finally went through with it and took off for a vacation to South Carolina. While I get all of the pics off of my camera and some work done around the Etsy Shop, I thought I'd share a few Valentine's Projects I'm loving... well, because it's almost here!

Of course, my last year's projects are perfect for any last minute ideas you need! Like these free printables...


Free Valentine's Day Printables


And this cute banner made from old newspaper... great to do with little ones as well!


DIY Valentine's Day Banner


And because it can't all be about me, here's a few I have found and love this year. (Of course I probably won't get around to making them... but it's nice to keep them in mind for when the little guy gets bigger)

Well, except this one. I was really hoping to do something like this this year... we'll have to see what the week brings.


chicken scratch.


And this is way too cute. I can't wait to put together Valentine's when Little P gets older. There are so many good ideas out there!


night owl.


And of course, this even cuter Valentine's Day Banner. This is just way too cute for a little girls room.


simple as that.

Alright... I'm getting back to work - well my kinda work that is. Watch in your email for this month's newsletter (you can sign up here) - you won't want to miss the great price changes I'm making to the Etsy Shop. While I was away I made a to do list and even came up with a new product. Hint - I went out and bought a sewing machine for it.

Stay tuned. The hubby's off for a couple of more weeks and I'm getting down to business.