Just about two weeks to the day, I moved into a new house. It’s so interesting to move. On one hand its like a new start, all these blank walls and empty hallways and new spaces to be creative in. On the other, its still a house, not a home. There are no memories and … Read more
I cannot believe July 4th is nearly here. And every year at this time we not only get to celebrate our country’s independence, but my husbands birthday which falls right before it on the 1st! As you can imagine its one long week of great food, fireworks, and Suprise Inside Firecracker cupcakes. Now I know I … Read more
As you all know I love makeup. And as you all also know, I am a Younique rep and have shared those 3d Fiber Lashes before that everyone loves! But Younique has a ton more makeup available than just those lashes, the least of which are blushes and pigments that can be used for eye … Read more
Firecracker “Surprise Inside” cupcakes that are perfect for July 4th! Cut into your cupcake to find a gorgeous star shape which bring your baking to a whole new level! I come from a really patriotic family. With my husband 3rd generation military and much of our family and friends serving, July 4th really brings out … Read more
This past week I was lucky enough to be sent a new Minnie in Paris book. Its beautiful, bright, and all things adorable, pink and cutesy! Obviously, I loved it. And as an inspiration of that book I decided to add to my ever growing hair bow holder DIY instructions with yet another one, a … Read more
Now that summer has officially arrived in the Haas house, my kids want to get up at 7am and play. *shudder* They do not want to eat. They do not want to wake up slowly and watch some morning cartoons. They do not want to lounge in pj’s till noon. Damn I miss lounging in pg’s … Read more
Ooh, one week left of school and then summer vacation! I love summer, so much less to do…or rather so much less HOMEWORK to do. I foolishly thought that when I got out of my own education I would not have to do science projects or calculate why someone purchased 49 apples in a day, … Read more
This morning my husband did a wonderful thing. He left me alone. Without the kids. OR THE DOG. FREE-dom! He took them all to the farm for Charlotte’s horseback riding lesson, which was a double, which meant 4 long blissful hours in a quiet house. Do I clean? Do I cook? Do I read? I … Read more
This how to make a ribbon tutu tutorial is perfect for Halloween or costuming crafts. This no sew ribbon tutu DIY is perfect to use up any extra crafting ribbons you may have laying around or to quickly customize a skirt. Its also fun for play dress up for little girls! I have created a … Read more
So the other day I was sitting on my back porch (which overlooks our super tiny fenced in backyard) while Phoenyx played in the grass. Because the porch is raised up, my view of him isn’t direct when he is running around, although he is 10 feet from me. At many points during the day, I … Read more
A few weeks ago I received a Zojirushi Rice Cooker to test out at home. Now we love rice and its something we eat at least 2 times a week, so I was pretty excited to see what this new cooker entailed. While I was totally prepped for it to be a steamer (and it was!) … Read more
On the internet there are a great deal many tips, tricks, hacks and ideas. And recently there is one floating around about hulling a strawberry with a straw (get it..straw..strawberry..not sure if that is on purpose) and while the tricks works fantastically, who the heck ever has a STRAW around? The only time I have … Read more
Today Phoenyx was kinda being a pain. Everything was whine this and whine that and honestly, it was so expected from a kid that woke up at 6:30am. And while today is very nice outside, its overcast and the rain is heading our way slowly but surely. So I have been trying to do creative … Read more
This morning, while we were super excited to go outside and enjoy the 80 degree weather, it started to get dark. And cloudy. And dark and cloudy. So we headed in to instead find something more crafty and and kids play. Now recently two things happened. One, a pitch came to my email advertising a … Read more
When it comes to science, starting early shouldn’t just be a must, it should be fun. Kids are naturally curious and the household is one of the best places to encourage your kids to learn by doing. In our house I have a large spread of ages. I have a 2 year old and a … Read more