DIY Crafts

  I am currently "retired" from my professional job so I am trying to tackle my craft list between library time, moving, naps, laundry and tackling toddler tantrums!

 Here are some adorable projects I am wanting to tackle despite my lack in craftiness.

via the creative vault

I love these Initial fabric letters.                                                                   Canvas Quote Art.

I am really wanting to make                                                                          Simple and an inexpensive way to decorate  

 some for E's room.                                                                                          via Inspiration for Moms                                                                                                  

via little things bring smiles         

Friday's Party: Zoo Time

 Since, zoos are child friendly what better place to host a birthday party than at the zoo and plus who doesn't enjoy hanging out at the zoo, especially if you're a child. 

Here are two really cute, zoo themed birthday parties to share with you all via CAKE events.

Wednesday Words

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via here via heidi on pinterest

Gift Packaging

I love finding new, creative ways when it comes to wrapping up presents. 

Here are some ideas I'm loving and can't wait to replicate.

Orange colored Diamonds box by A Little Hut     

    Dress up paper treat bags with cupcake wrappers

Burlap and lace ribbon

Wednesday Words with Printable

click here via Nettie's Expressions to print/frame

Life Lately...

Life lately has been a roller coaster with some up and downs these past few weeks but I think we are finally on the up side of things.

Our 4th of July was mostly cloudy with a few rain showers! Yes, rain and it was welcomed with open arms here in the desert.

Playing in the rain

and onto some exciting news...not only will be making the move to Austin in 3 weeks but our offer was accepted over the weekend and it was our 1st pick! This home came on the market the day we arrived in Austin and the owners wanted a fast sale and we wanted a fast buy.  Needless to say I think it was really meant to be. I am so excited to have a big backyard with trees,  running trails that are literally in our backyard, we will be 10 mins from the beautiful Lake Travis, and one of the three swimming pools that are in our development is down the street.

I also can't believe summer is half over with. It always seems that as soon as the 4th of July passes summer goes even faster. Any one else agree?

So, if I could describe your summer in one word what would it be?

Mine would be- roller coaster! 

Friday's Party: Creating an Ice Cream Party

With summer in full swing what better way to cool off than with an ice cream party!

{Invitations}

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another cute DIY ice cream invites can be see here

{Party Supplies and Decor}

Chevron Ice Cream Spoons

Pretty in Pink Ice Cream Bowls

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{Yummy Desserts}

Every party must have cupcakes!

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cupcakes! Yummm

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serve your ice cream in glass jars. 

Such a fun idea and mess free!

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Cheers to staying cool this weekend!