four broad tips on how to organize your entire house

I am going to start a series here with four broad tips on how to organize your ENTIRE house. Today’s post will be about the methods that I used to get our house under control and out of clutter which … Continue reading

how to save money by shopping at the dollar store

dollar store fedora

Okay, usually I would not post a pic of myself like this in a post… especially at 8.5 months pregnant!! But I had to because you won’t flipping believe where I got this fedora!?! The dollar store! You can’t be … Continue reading

can young siblings share a room?

I am sitting here researching if this can actually be done. I love the idea of my two baby girls sharing a room. I know that in the beginning baby sister will sleep in our room but I would love … Continue reading

Inspiring Kitchens

Happy Monday everyone! Just wanted to share these inspiring kitchens with you today. I love these rustic, tropical, bohemian style kitchens. Introducing color into your kitchen is a great way to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. I love the … Continue reading

help with house cleaning Monday

  I try to clean my house on Mondays because my daughter and I are usually the least busy on Mondays and because I generally don’t want to waste the whole weekend cleaning… what a drag. Cleaning feels so good … Continue reading

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

DIY bow and clip holder

DIY bow and clip holder- amy+mayd

If you know or have a little girl then you know about their little hair clips, bows, ties etc. They are many in number and tiny in size so how does one keep them organized? Well, short of throwing them … 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