Monday, December 31, 2012
Happy New Year!
2012 was all around a wonderful year for myself and my family. I started 2012 with a little bitty baby, a 3 year old struggling with communication, and a 5 year old having a hard time in kindergarten. My mom was living with us, and as much as I loved having her the two Sagittariuses (mom and husband) were starting to bump heads. She moved out in March to the L.A area and almost immediately fell in love with an old friend, she had been looking for a true connection for ummm...lets just say a long time, and I am beyond happy for her! My Sister started a blog early in the year which has blossomed and grown into a hugely successful passion for her, I cant say enough how proud of her I am, and how amazing she truly is! My husband after working at one store for almost 5 years switched to a new store, where he is much happier. We also celebrated our 10 year anniversary this year, and got spoiled with a trip to Las Vegas! We took a week long road trip vacation to California which was so much fun and a wonderful family experience! Also this past summer I met my little brother who is now permanently living with my Dad and Step mom, which is the best thing for everyone, and I am so happy to have him back with us! My dear friend and her husband started the long and still ongoing process of divorce, this year has been very enlightening for her and she has made a huge transformation, and I am so proud of her!I ended this year with a busy busy toddler a 4 year old exploding with new words, and a 6 year old loving Kindergarten the second time around; I end this post and year with lots of optimism for the new year ahead, as well as gratefulness for the wonderful year behind me. Wishing all of you a happy New year and an awesome 2013!
Friday, December 14, 2012
MoM Dictionary...Holiday Edition
How about another round of definitions we all know and love as Stay at Home Bitches, but this time lets get into the holiday spirit.
Christmas: 1. Candy, hot chocolate, lots and lots of activities, crafts, housework, cooking, and a very long break fromsanity school.
Holiday party: A party(more like nightmare) you volunteer to put together, cook for, and otherwise take time out of your life to put together, that in ten minutes is demolished, resulting in sugar highed kindergartners.
New Years: Once this was a magical night full of midnight kisses and champagne, but now consists of fireworks viewed on the flat screen and apple cider.
Presents: A couple of expensive housewares you don't normally buy, come on Kuerig!!
Santa: The best thing about December unless your kid is old then I am sorry but I hope the ride was good while it lasted.
December: The month of madness.
**Disclaimer**These definitions are intended for humor although based in reality.
I actually love this time of year more than any other, the magic and sparkle in my kids eyes when they visit Santa or when they spot a huge light display while we are running errands is why I love being a mom. Happy Holidays from Stay at Home Bitch!
Christmas: 1. Candy, hot chocolate, lots and lots of activities, crafts, housework, cooking, and a very long break from
Holiday party: A party(more like nightmare) you volunteer to put together, cook for, and otherwise take time out of your life to put together, that in ten minutes is demolished, resulting in sugar highed kindergartners.
New Years: Once this was a magical night full of midnight kisses and champagne, but now consists of fireworks viewed on the flat screen and apple cider.
Presents: A couple of expensive housewares you don't normally buy, come on Kuerig!!
Santa: The best thing about December unless your kid is old then I am sorry but I hope the ride was good while it lasted.
December: The month of madness.
**Disclaimer**These definitions are intended for humor although based in reality.
I actually love this time of year more than any other, the magic and sparkle in my kids eyes when they visit Santa or when they spot a huge light display while we are running errands is why I love being a mom. Happy Holidays from Stay at Home Bitch!
Monday, December 10, 2012
~Retro Housewife Monday~ Thanks!
Week3: Thank you's
This week I am bringing thank you back. I am a fan of thank you cards, in any form, e-cards, Facebook, and paper, yes people paper! I wish I sent more people thank you cards, and just cards in general, and I wished more people did also. There is something about seeing a pretty envelope with your name handwritten on it, and a pretty card with any sentiment in it, that warms my heart. So I am challenging myself to send a handmade card every week to someone in my life for some reason for 3 months, and I challenge you to send some paper cuteness in the mail to someone that isn't a bill this month, and no Christmas cards don't count, but maybe if you made them ;)
This week I am bringing thank you back. I am a fan of thank you cards, in any form, e-cards, Facebook, and paper, yes people paper! I wish I sent more people thank you cards, and just cards in general, and I wished more people did also. There is something about seeing a pretty envelope with your name handwritten on it, and a pretty card with any sentiment in it, that warms my heart. So I am challenging myself to send a handmade card every week to someone in my life for some reason for 3 months, and I challenge you to send some paper cuteness in the mail to someone that isn't a bill this month, and no Christmas cards don't count, but maybe if you made them ;)
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Banners.... I'm Obsessed!
So I am Obsessed with banners! I love them so much I find any excuse to make them for every occasion! I even want to make them for other people when they are having an occasion at their home. I just love them!! I love coming up with different ideas and colors and ways to put them together!! Recently I made a burlap banner for Jaxsen's birthday, I originally wanted to do his name on it but decided not to, I thought it looked cute plain. I also made three for Roberts birthday that I love loved! His was a Lego themed birthday and it was so easy to make!! Banners are so easy and add so much character to decorations you should try it sometime!!!
Making a Banner
Step 1: Decide on a theme
Before you can make it you have to think about what you want to make, what you want it to look like, and what the occasion is. Banners consist of a series of "flags" attached together. I like to go on pinterest and get some inspiration!
Step 2: Plan it out
Once you have an idea in your head of what you want, figure out the supplies you will need to make your banner. The materials I use are usually paper, fabric, ribbon, or string. Don't let that limit you, be creative and think about what would best go with the theme.
Step 3: Get it together
Go purchase the supplies you need, or use what is around you, and get creative. When working with paper the easiest way to attach each flag together is to punch a hole in each corner and secure with string, ribbon, or even wire. When making a fabric banner it is easiest to glue all the flags to a single piece of ribbon, etc.
Step 4: Attach Letters (optional)
If you are going to use letters I do this at the end after the banner is all attached, I use to put the letters on first but I have assembled enough to know you can't assemble the letters out of order if you put them on at the end.
Step 5: Admire :)
Step back and check out your gorgeous new banner!
Making a Banner
Step 1: Decide on a theme
Before you can make it you have to think about what you want to make, what you want it to look like, and what the occasion is. Banners consist of a series of "flags" attached together. I like to go on pinterest and get some inspiration!
Step 2: Plan it out
Once you have an idea in your head of what you want, figure out the supplies you will need to make your banner. The materials I use are usually paper, fabric, ribbon, or string. Don't let that limit you, be creative and think about what would best go with the theme.
Step 3: Get it together
Go purchase the supplies you need, or use what is around you, and get creative. When working with paper the easiest way to attach each flag together is to punch a hole in each corner and secure with string, ribbon, or even wire. When making a fabric banner it is easiest to glue all the flags to a single piece of ribbon, etc.
Step 4: Attach Letters (optional)
If you are going to use letters I do this at the end after the banner is all attached, I use to put the letters on first but I have assembled enough to know you can't assemble the letters out of order if you put them on at the end.
Step 5: Admire :)
Step back and check out your gorgeous new banner!
Monday, December 3, 2012
~Modern Housewife Monday~ Pin some?
Week 2: Pinterest
Oh Pinterest how I love you! I use pinterest for everything I have stopped searching google or bing, and search anything and everything on pinterest. I use it to find recipes, crafts, DIY projects, advice,and of course new blogs. Pinterest does exactly what it is supposed to do makes my life easier, and I love using it, so there for I love making my life easier by using pinterest? It is an extremely useful tool for wives and mothers, I recommend getting on there and get pinning, start with a recipe board, and craft board and go from there, believe me you won't be disappointed, and make sure to follow Stayathomeb on pinterest!!
Oh Pinterest how I love you! I use pinterest for everything I have stopped searching google or bing, and search anything and everything on pinterest. I use it to find recipes, crafts, DIY projects, advice,and of course new blogs. Pinterest does exactly what it is supposed to do makes my life easier, and I love using it, so there for I love making my life easier by using pinterest? It is an extremely useful tool for wives and mothers, I recommend getting on there and get pinning, start with a recipe board, and craft board and go from there, believe me you won't be disappointed, and make sure to follow Stayathomeb on pinterest!!
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