Every year, Sew Dang Cute Crafts holds a fun bloggy competition called Crafting with the Stars. This year, Tam asked if I'd like to be a potential mentor to one of the contestants. Sure, why not? … [Read more...]
Haven Conference Tickets On Sale NOW!
I am so incredibly excited to finally announce that the long anticipated Haven Conference 2012 registration is finally open! Woo to the hoo! The conference registration is officially open (like right … [Read more...]
How to Use Polyvore to Create Collages
Many of you asked how I created the cute button collages I used for my How to Decorate Series. I used Polyvore and it couldn't be simpler! Here is a short tutorial to help get you started. (For … [Read more...]
Meeting Darlene from Fieldstone Hill
Hands down, the thing I love most about blogging are the instant connections you make with other creative and amazing women! A few weeks ago, I began tweeting with Darlene from Fieldstone Hill and saw … [Read more...]
You Might be a DIY/Home Blogger if…
1. In your refrigerator, along with your eggs, milk, diet soda, and various left overs, you always have on hand a healthy supply of bagged paint brushes and sometimes even a paint tray. 2. … [Read more...]
Announcing Haven Conference {Home DIY Blog Conference}
You all, I have been about to BURST with excitement in keeping this secret from you! Two years ago (back in November of 2009), I wrote a post entitled "Homecreators Conference" where I dreamed a … [Read more...]
My Story of Switching to WordPress: The Pros and Cons {wordpress site}
Many of you wanted to know exactly why I switched over from Blogger to Wordpress and what I thought of it so far. I'm still trying to figure everything out, but here are some answers to your … [Read more...]
Who are YOU? Please help me find out!!!
Hi friends. I'm in a bit of a jam and I desperately need your help! An exciting potential opportunity has come my way, but in order to apply for it I need to know who you are. So … [Read more...]
The Power of Hurtful Words: A Commentary on Women’s Relationships in Blogging
Today I received the following comment on an old post of mine, "I've just found your... er, blog. It's more than just a blog, it's like reading a letter from a friend." What a fantastic compliment! … [Read more...]
Blissdom Pictures
Warning: This post contains a ridiculous number of pictures and Blissdom talk! This will be my only post on the topic, so if you're one of the ones who are feeling sick of Blissdom, Blissdom, … [Read more...]
Pinterest Tutorial
Pinterest is a fantastic tool to organize all of your virtual inspiration boards. Think of it as a place to store your online inspiration pics and as an endless resource of others' inspiration … [Read more...]
Blog Etiquette 101: How to Leave a Good Blog Comment
creditI suck at leaving comments. I just do. I run out things to say. I fumble to find something other than, "So, so cute". I plain old stink at it. Which is why I am so thankful for … [Read more...]