Feeling Crafty

*Quick note loyal readers, make sure to read all the way down (or scroll if you don't have time) for a give away! 

Now on to the post...

Finding inspiration for projects has never been my problem, its the follow through that is.  But my latest obsession with pinterest.com has helped see my projects go full circle.

If you haven't discovered this online bulletin board, go and be prepared to get lost for hours.  Idea heaven, my friends.

I started with a simple mantel of gourds and fall branches from Michael's.  Easy Peasy.

This idea was actually years in the making and taken from an old hairdresser.  She had a framed photo of her kids from every Halloween on display.  I always thought that was so cute...Billy said I'm gonna run out of room pretty quick.  

The table could use a little something more, but I'll go hunting after Halloween for the real cheap stuff.  And what does he know, this table could hold a good 4 or 5 years worth!

And the piece de resistance...my fall initial wreath.  Ideas taken from here and here via pinterest.

All purchased at Michaels

The wreath, branches, ribbon, Wooden letter, scrapbook paper, & modpodge...$20.00

I did have to superglue the C to the wreath, but everything else could come out to change up for Christmas.

This was the first time I modpodged and if you do decided to make your own wreath I do have a few tips.  It dries fast and helps if you take credit card to smooth it once you apply.  If you get air bubbles, don't worry.  Modpodge is very forgiving.  Within a few hours the air bubbles were gone and it looked great.  I applied three top coats just because I wanted it to be shinier.

Another place I get inspiration from is Better Homes and Gardens magazine and I'd love to share it with you!  I can renew my subscription while giving two friends a free subscription for a year.  Want it?  Here's how....

1. Become a follower

2.  Leave a comment under this post.

You have till Friday (10/21).  

I will randomly select two people and post the "winners" on Saturday!

(if you already have a BHG subscription, you are ineligible, sorry mom!)

XOXO

Aubrey

Thank you...

This past year has been an emotional journey, of much sorrow and so much joy.  But the people I've always held closest to me were my one constant.  I always knew I had the best friends and family, but all of your actions made me believe even more.

 

 The phone calls, cards, texts, meals, prayers and love were so needed and you all just did.  You were an anchor.  Arms, when I needed carrying.  And you never tried to fix me, only guide me.

 

 

I've learned a lot this year, but mostly I've learned that all that matters are the people that I surround myself with.  The only thing I take with me are the memories I make.

So thank you for being you...for all the memories, especially those to come.

And Lauren and William, your simple smiles did more healing than you will ever know.

To Dad,

The house smelled of you on Monday when we made your chili.  The recipe needed tweaking, mainly beans, which were missing from the ingredient list, but we figured it  out.  A lot like the last year.  You're gone, but we are all finding our way...and I think you'd be pretty proud.  

 I miss you and I know your watching.  

XOXO


Aubrey