Easy Art

 We had a canvas sitting in the back of the craft closet that was just sitting, waiting, begging to be turned into art :). It really was in just a matter of minutes, that it was transformed, first a coat of black craft paint, while that was drying, we cut out shapes from scrapbook paper.

When the paint was dry, we added Mod Podge in small areas, then applied our paper in a flowerish design. Once everything was in place, another coat of Mod Podge over the entire surface. Now Jordan has a cool & unique piece of art for her room.

Blessings~Vanessa

Jewelry Organizer

 Anyone who has teenage girls knows the impossible amount of jewelry that can be found all over their rooms, bathrooms, closets, etc. ;) There is only so much a jewelry box can hold, and some of the pieces are much too large for them anyway. Solution...a funky wall jewelry holder! Of course I started out with some scrap wood I had at home. Then purchased some cute metal ware from Hobb Lobb :)

 Oh, and it was of course half off. Painted my wood with a base coat of black. After it was dry, I used a cool turquoise (this is an accent color for her room). Worked a little distressing into it, and added the hardware. Now all of those long, big, pieces have a place in the world!

Blessings~Vanessa

More fun and easy!

 Hi Ya`ll! I am always looking for things that can be done either in an afternoon (while everyone is at school) or in a day or two...I am a person who like instant gratification :). Well, with so many options at my fave spot ( Hobby Lobby) I could stay busy day after day.

 Again using e6000, different wood pieces, and a little paint. I chose a grouping of three different crosses, used the wooden dowels, and wood bases to create some pretty cool fillers for the entertainment center cabinets.

Gluing all my pieces together first, and allowing to dry as recommended. Applying my base coat of black, after that was dry, I just dry brushed the antique white. After it is all dry, rough it up a bit with some sanding.
Now, I have to get back to it, my mom wants me to make a few for her. Happy crafting!

Blessings~Vanessa

Little Projects

 Such a fun, easy, and inexpensive little project. Basic pieces needed, a wooden candle holder, any glass type jar you like, e6000, craft paint of your choice. I chose red, and then did a dry brush over in black. First, paint your candle stick, let dry, then  simply glue the glass base to the candle holder, allow to dry for at least 6 hours (over night is best). After everything was set, I gave a little sanding to the base, added moss and wine corks since I am using it in my kirchen. And all for a few bucks...about 8.00!

Blessings~ Vanessa

Sweet-n-salty treats

 So, basically, who doesn't love a sweet and salty treat...at the same time? yep, that's what I thought :) So simple and so yummy! Your three ingredients are, pretzels, Rolo candy, and Reese`s pieces!!

 Line a cookie sheet with foil, lay out your pretzels, place a Rolo on top, place in 200 degree oven for about 5-7 min or until they start to look all melty :)

Drop a Reese's candy on top and smush it down, wha-lah...little pieces of heaven, enjoy!

Blessings~Vanessa

Sunday Morning Homemade Donuts

This family loves some donuts, we can put the hurt on a dozen without blinking an eye! Making them at home just makes sense, it could not be easier, a can (or two) of biscuits, powdered sugar, cinnamon, sugar, really whatever your preference is. Simply flatten out the biscuits, find something to create the hole, an plop those babies in hot oil for about 6 seconds...I mean really...yummo!

Blessings~Vanessa

                               I find it much easier to have all my holes cut out and ready before frying

                                                These have been given a powdered sugar glaze

                                                                Chocolate glaze :)

                                                    Only a few chocolate donut holes left...

Cute, Easy, and Inexpensive Gifts

I am always looking for gifts that are from the heart and thoughtful, as well as useful and fun. I think these little coasters re a hom run, pefect for grandparents. A trip to Lowes for the tiles( at .17 cents each) and little felt pads for the bottom( 4.00 for the pack) a bottle of Gloss Mod Podge, a glue stick, and any photos you like.

 Simply cut your photo to size, use glue stick to secure photo to tile, and add a coat of Mod Podge. Allow to dry completely, I used multiple coats. Your tiles may have an uneven edge from the manufacturer, no problem. Just give a coat of craft paint in the color of your choice. Glue the felt pads onto the four corners( so it wont scratch furniture). Now, stack together and wrap with a pretty ribbon. Easy peasy :)

Blessings~Vanessa