Super Fabulous Collage Kits now available on Etsy
Now on Etsy! http://www.northwestnest.etsy.com Over 40+ pieces for your next collage, scrapbooking, assemblage or mixed media projects. Perfect for those with discriminating tastes, this kit contains everything needed for a masterpiece collage. I’ve even included your own little block of wood drilled for hanging for your blank canvas. Simply add glue & paint. Mix ingredients ...
Make it Monday, Discover Simply Salem, A Zine of Salem Tidbits and Tales
I can’t be idle for too long. Ideas of zines have been playing out in my mind for awhile now. This is the first I’ll share with you though. Hot off the Press is Discover Simply Salem, a sweet little zine about Salem’s history and a few little tales of what makes Salem a great ...
Beginning Blogging Class at Clockworks
I strong-armed my hubby so I could attend the Beginning Blogging class taught by the incredibly cool Emily Grosvenor of Desperately Seeking Salem . I’ve been following her blog and witty commentary for awhile now and she’s up there pretty high on my women of high regard list (note to self, post this list soon). Finally, I ...
Strawberry Season Hits Salem
A friend invited my kiddos and me out to Daum’s Produce Farm to pick some delicious strawberries. It was just the right weather for picking, not too hot with a slight breeze to cool us down. I’ve never been to Daum’s. I usually go to Fordyce Farms, however I was pleasantly surprised. We were greeted ...
Tackle it Tuesday-Tips for a Killer Garage Sale
If you are like me you’ve got lots of treasures (read junk) hanging around and cluttering your closets, drawers and garage. Why give your items a new home where someone will love it while making some extra cash? Here are some of my tips for throwing a killer garage sale. And of course I’d love ...
Make it Monday-Collage Crazy and free classes!
Don’t let your lack of cash get you down when it comes to decorating. By using a few things around the house, you too can have creative art that matches your decor and shows off your personal style. And the best part is that you can do it for only a few pennies. I started ...
Father’s Day French Toast
Breakfast in bed is always a nice treat for dad. To make it special try making some yummy french toast made with Cinnamon Chip bread from Great Harvest Bread . First off, find a cooking buddy. Little Missy helped me this morning. Next cut up some slices of Cinnamon Chip bread. We cut up 6 ...
Wrapping it Up for Father’s Day
Father’s Day is almost here. Today we wrapped up the last few things. The kids and I decided to get creative with our wrapping. All of these supplies we got from SCRAP. If you haven’t been there yet and live in the Portland area, make sure you stop in for a visit. Your mind will ...
Happy Flag Day!
Here are the basics on displaying the American flag: The flag is normally flown from sunrise to sunset. In the morning, raise the flag briskly. At sunset, lower it slowly. Always, raise and lower it ceremoniously. The flag should not be flown at night without a light on it. The flag should not be ...
Make it Monday- End of the Year Teacher Gift
I always rack my brain for ideas to thank teachers. Nothing ever seems enough and so many years we have been blessed with stellar teachers. This year I decided to make this “teacher” necklace to thank my daughter’s first grade teacher. The teacher has been such a wonderful influence for my daughter who thinks that ...
