Christmas Decor!

I love decorating at Christmas time.

This year I changed it up a bit and tried a few new things. 

Many thanks to Martha Stewart and pinterest.

The mantle - (past: garland with lights) Today: red, white and silver and throw in some cute glass holders from C&B.

The Tree- same as last year ++ a few new ornaments! 

The Entryway - garland and lights - love. I would normally line this table with holiday cards and it would just get too cluttered.

Now I put the Christmas cards here! I love it!!! I used a piece of ribbon and attached it to the back of the wreath, then I pulled the tail down under the basement door and taped it. I used clothes pins to hang the cards off of the ribbon!

Last but not least the kitchen window. I added two strapping reindeer with matching ribbon scarves (leftover from other projects) and a tall cranberry christmas tree.

tic * tac * toe

I have been crafting it up this holiday season. I got the following idea from a coworker. She made hers out of denim as well. This little gift is going to my 4 year old nephew. I figured it would be a good game for him to learn how to win and lose and also develop different strategies for winning. I love all things educational - thanks to all my teacher friends.

I used 2 pairs of my dad's denim overalls. Cut the legs into 7 inch squares. I even figured out how to thread my new sewing machine. I have not sewn anything for quite some time so this was a big deal. I am very pleased how they turned out. Each bean bag has a X and an O. I ran out of beans so I have 2 left to make. 

pinterest craft #2 - Poinsettia Ornament

I am really loving this time of year as we approach the holiday season.

There have been some really neat ideas on pinterest lately for making your own ornaments and wreaths.

I found this idea on a college friend's pin board. It is from Better Homes and Gardens.

I tried it out last night and gave them to a sweet lady that I work with.

She loved them.

I think they turned out lovely.

pinterest

I am a big fan of Pinterest. I found out about this online pinning tool a while ago from a friend who loves to be crafty. I am always looking for DIY projects, recipes, etc. To find inspiration I just look at pinterest. If you have not checked it out - head over there now!

I found this cute idea to make your own coasters out of tiles from Home Depot. I thought it was the cutest idea and would be a great little hostess or housewarming gift. I made some of them this week to give to a few family members. I think they turned out pretty great. I also think there is some room for improvement - backing of the tile - but overall I am pleased. Here are a few pictures of the completed project.

next up - shelving for the guest bedroom :)

6 - 0, Rank #11

This fall has been so much fun cheering on the Wildcats!

Tailgating with friends, the trips to Manhattan, the sea of purple in the stadium.

Bill Snyder at the age of 72 turning around the K-State Football Program

We are so excited that we purchased tickets this year! 

We have loved hanging out with old friends and making new ones!

Here are a few pics from the past weekends. Luckily we had only one day of rain.

* pretty sure the guy in the middle hates when I ask him to do the W - Cat! He smiled in the picture though - it can't be that bad!

Happy Bday Mom!

Today is my mom's bday!

She is sure one special lady!

I am so lucky to have her in my life

Wishing you another year of happiness, health and FUN!

The Apple Slicer

This is the best kitchen gadget ever
I am pretty sure this exact one I got my dad as a stocking stuffer a few years ago!
I wonder if he is missing it?
Probably - he is a big fan of the apple.
If you don't have one - hurry out and get one.
Look how quick I had an afternoon snack ready to go!