how to make your own home emergency kit

A few weeks ago while talking with my sister-in-law about super-storm Sandy and our family members and friends that were caught in the middle of it she asked me if I had a home emergency kit. I confessed that I … Continue reading

five holiday wreath ideas

Hello readers! I have been gone for about a week taking a short break to enjoy my daughter’s birthday festivities but I am back today to share with you, five holiday wreath ideas you may want to try. A wreath … Continue reading

funny halloween costumes just to make you grin

I love home-made Halloween costumes and I love funny or witty costumes the best. I chose a few costumes I thought were funny to brighten up your Monday. First up, it’s a mini Dwight!! If you are an Office fan … Continue reading

cool bar cart ideas, DIY projects and makeovers

With the holidays impending and bringing with them lots of guests popping in, dinner parties and hopefully a few quiet evenings near the fireplace, what better idea than to set up your very own old-fashioned bar cart? Here are a few gorgeous … Continue reading

dollar store crafts that are amazing

Never underestimate the dollar store again… all I have to say is whoa. I knew that the dollar store was the best bargain for basic off-brand staples in a pinch you know, tissue paper, paper plates, cheap picture frames etc. … Continue reading

inspirations for a playroom and office makeover

In our house, we have a great and pretty unique fourth room right off the living room and main entrance which has recently been turned into my office slash Gemma’s playroom. I am ready to paint and make it over … Continue reading

10 DIY projects for tin can repurpose

Who knew tin cans could be so beautiful? I love these repurpose projects that are simple and easy! These tins are covered in pretty paper and topped off with ribbon. Great vases for a party! Love organizers made with tin … Continue reading

elements of an eclectic wall collage

eclectic wall collage- amy+mayd

As a follow-up to my recent post on eclectic wall decor, I wanted to show my readers my finished wall collage and a few pointers on how you at home can create your own. I used multiple sizes and materials for … Continue reading

10 DIY fall centerpiece ideas

I have been on the hunt this week for some great centerpiece ideas and I think I have found some that qualify as DIY and that can be used from Halloween through Thanksgiving! I love the pumpkin tray above and … Continue reading

vintage bedtime stories baby shower

bedtime stories- amy+mayd

This was a fun baby shower I helped throw for my dear sister-in-law. We wanted to do a vintage style bedtime stories theme. I found these great children’s illustrations in an old nursery rhyme book and photocopied them and glued them to … Continue reading