Free Printable: Semi-Sweet lollipop cover valentines

Love is in the air, chocolate is in abundance, and there are oh-so-many opportunities to finally tell that special someone exactly how you feel!

And by special, I’m referring to two types:

Type one is special like = your boo, your bestie, your oh-so-adorable crush.

Type two is special like = bless-your-heart-I-don’t-even-know-what-to-say-to-you-anymore.

Problem is, there are not that many Valentine’s day options that give you the chance to reach out to both ‘specials’ in one setting.

I’ve fixed that with these Semi-Sweet Lollipop covers!

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Free Printable: 'Mistletoe With Me' Banner
Free Printable: Minimal Advent Calendar

IT IS HERE! I’m proudly one of those annoying Christmas people. When I was 10 I wrapped everything in my room in wrapping paper, it was a new Christmas decorating thing I was trying. Kind of crazy? Yes. Equally awesome? Double yes.

The thing I like most about Christmas, (besides Jesus coming to save the world, obviously.) is the general feeling of unity among mankind. The year is coming to an end, and no matter what different things we’ve individually been through, for a few fleeting moments, we’re all in it together. Cheesy maybe, but it makes the world feel small and cozy.

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Free Printable: Years-end-check-in

Years end is my favorite. Not only is there an abundance of excitement/coziness with all the holidays, but there’s a BRAND NEW YEAR headed our way!

With all the busy that tends to come along with holidays, we sometimes push our old year reviews/new year resolutions to the back burner.

I’m a big believer in taking time to be mindful of the year past, and using how you’ve grown as a springboard into the next year. I made myself this check-in to be intentional with my priorities, and make sure that I finish the year clear headed; leaving nothing unsaid or undone.

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Free Printable: 'Thankful For' cards

I love intentional conversation. Going to the next level beyond weather, job titles, or even family updates is my favorite.

And Thanksgiving is a time for pure, thankful hearts to gather as a family and converse sweetly around a table; so no one is going to be awkward, get drunk, or sit without anything to say right? Probably 100% wrong.

But that’s ok! Sometimes we just need a little prompt to get us all on the same level. It’s growing more and more important to see how our family and friends are truly doing. In this day of social media perfection, it’s hard to find the courage, (let alone the conversational transition) that allows you to dive deep, to open up, and really see each other in a true light.

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Free Printable: 'Thankful' Banner

This simple, ombre 'Thankful Banner' is the perfect backdrop for Thanksgiving Dinner, Friendsgiving, or just to hang around and remind you of what's important when things get 'cooking' this season. (See what I did there?)

Let’s get started, I don’t want to waste your ‘thyme’. XD (Ps. the cooking jokes are not going to stop. #sorrynotsorry)

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Indie Band Costume Idea - Infographic

Tired of typical costume ideas? Feeling burnt out and you wish you had a list of some cool indie bands that can be turned into cute costumes? You wish that list were illustrated so you can have an idea of what they should look like? 

Good. I like indie bands and I like to illustrate, so I made you one. Enjoy!

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Mummy Candle Holders

Who doesn't love a good seasonal tabletop? That might be the most suburban thing I've ever said, but you know what? I don't care! Because these little mummy candles make the perfect Halloween centerpiece! They are fun and easy to make, and I bet you can do this project with things already lying around your house!


You might want to grab the kiddos for this one too because it's kind of messy, and well, kids love messy so - let's get started!

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Free Printable: Monster Silhouettes

These blobs of teeth and bright eyes are a festive addition to any party, and make a cute seasonal decoration too!

I put these little guys in my front window, but get creative! You can have them peeking out from behind book shelves, cabinet doors, under the fridge, or lamps; the monster hiding possibilities are endless!

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Outside-In, Nature Garland

The time has come! The air is crisp, leafs are falling, acorns are plentiful, and there might even be a pine cone or two on the ground. But let's not forget the best part; you don't have to buy craft supplies anymore! You can collect all the free goodness the outdoors has to offer.

This little garland is a super simple favorite of mine. I don't like storing bulky decorations year after year, and since this garland is easy to dissemble, and primarily organic materials, it can easily be updated every year with new foliage!

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Free Printable: Fall to-do list

I like spontaneity as much as the next gal. But if I don't consciously make time to rest and reflect, all the little moments that come with a new season can slip right by me.

I've made a fun fall bucket list to keep me in the moment this season, and you can join me on my fall-candle-scented quest! It's a free printable, so all you have to do is download it, print it on some pretty paper, and enjoy!

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Neutral Fall Garland - Free Fall Leaves Pattern

Is there anything better then fall? It's such a romantic transition before years end. One of my favorite things to do during this season is bring the outside in! Windows open, collecting all the wonderful fall textures, pinecones, pumpkins, and of course - leaves! Since Florida currently does not have any fall leaves for me, I've created my own! This free leaf printable can be used for many different crafts, but I've started with a neutral colored, lush, leaf garland.  

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Free Printable: Paper Fall Banner 'Cozy Up Buttercup'

I'm a snuggler, I admit it. If I walk by something soft I have to reach out and touch it. The little kid in Despicable Me grabbing the unicorn and shouting 'it's so fluffy!' is me every time I walk into HomeGoods. 

So though this craft is neither fluffy nor soft, it's a festive, simple reminder that we could all use some more cuddles, blankets, and coziness! Especially when the weather calls for it. I hung this lil' cutie above mine and #hothubs bed, seemed an appropriate place.

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Birthday Party in a Box

This past week was my dear sister's birthday. Hooray! Since this dear sister lives in a different state, I decided to pack up her party and ship it to her.

I purposely kept each item minimal and generally unembellished for easy shipping and assembly on the other side. You know me, I like a good user experience. No one wants a party shipped to them that takes longer then 5 minute to set up, let's be real.

I've broken the box items out into individual how-to's (links will be below.) But I also wanted to highlight the final details of how it was put together.

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Tiny Terrarium Party

Tiny things, there's just something about them that makes my heart happy! This tiny terrarium party was a present for my sister's birthday. That's a tiny version of her and her hubs dancing. She also shares my border-line obsession with tiny things, and I know we're not alone! (You're reading this post aren't you?!) So let me break it down so you can get your own (tiny) party started!

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Free Printable: Birthday Card

We've all had that moment. You were 3, they were 5. You had to listen to them because they were older and wiser, obviously. The budding hairstylist that came at you with scissors (Fiskars probably), promising that "mom will never notice!" Well mom DID notice, and my bangs have grown funny ever since.

Regardless! We still love and appreciate our sisters, (or friends) even if they did make us strikingly similar to a Tonsure monk. 

So give them some birthday love with this adorable free card! You know, to show them you've moved on (mostly, anyway.)

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