We were really there for my husband… to help him find a day hiking backup at Ramsey Outdoor in Succasunna, New Jersey. It’s one of those times when you find something special for yourself too ;). Fairly often I find myself slightly dehydrated and fatigued on longer hikes despite bringing along a bottle of water. …
Ornament Trees, Stands, Displays
A great alternative to tabletop trees either real or faux are the numerous ornament trees, stands, and displays on the market. Some are also easy to build and customize to your heart’s content. The one I recently purchased from eBay as old new stock is the 2006 Spring Ornament Display. It is perfect for storing …
A New Season of Hallmark Keepsakes
Here’s another mini haul during Christmas in July ;). I picked up three to add to my collection while wandering around New Jersey’s Preakness Shopping Center: Eighth in the Series: 2017 Candied Christmas Rose from Hallmark’s annual cupcake collection (please see my Hallmark cupcake ornament post for more information), *Photocredit: Hallmark Floral Birdhouse by Edythe …
Christmas Ideas in July?
About a month before visiting the Hallmark location at the Wayne NJ Preakness Shopping Center, I was mailed a Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Premiere Event July 15-23 mini catalog. Yes, I’m aware it may be too early to think about the winter holiday but… I’m loving their Merry Music Makers ornaments collection by Kristina Gaughran which …
Project Life Planning
In the past two years I began delving into Project Life and all it has to offer. It is the very clever invention of Betsy Higgins. BTW, her website is a wealth of crafting tips! Like many crafters Project Life appeals to, I love documenting my experiences and treasured memories but don’t always work well …
My New Obsession: Rompers
I normally don’t wear many dresses or skirts. I’ve always been a mostly pants kinda girl but lately the romper trend has inspired me to try new things and get out of my current fashion rut. I bought one to give it a try. It’s from Nordstrom Rack online, by the brand Fraiche by J, …