The common questions I get over and over are "What Cricut Should I buy?" and "how do you pronounce Cricut?" Choosing a Cricut® machine (pronounced like the bug) all depends on the type of crafting and projects you want to make. There is no clear answer as to which one is best, because they all ...
Slow Cooker Blackberry Cobbler
This Slow Cooker Blackberry Cobbler Dumpling Style will become your summer favorite! You can use fresh blackberries or frozen, for this easy-to-make homemade crockpot cobbler recipe.We are lucky enough to have an abundance of blackberry bushes near our home bursting with berries. The trick is to ...
Easy Patriotic Table Decor
I am republishing this post for Easy Patriotic Table Decor because it continues to go viral every year around the 4th of July. Easy to make holiday decor using a glass vase or jar, food coloring, water and daisies. Today's Creative Life loves to share simple ways to celebrate the Fourth of July that ...
Cleaning a Composite Deck
Using a mild soap like Simple Green for cleaning a composite deck is usually all you need. We are so happy with a lower maintenance deck after building our Deckorators Composite Decking 2 years ago which still looks brand new. There are a few Do's and Don'ts when it comes to cleaning and maintaining ...
DIY for Wall Decor
This DIY home decor idea is a DIY for Wall Decor using a canvas drop cloth, iron-on vinyl and a Cricut Explore Air 2 or Cricut Maker. This tutorial will show you how to make your own wall art for a personalized custom look. I made this DIY wall decor to update our rustic 1977 Lake Place, which was ...
DIY Rustic Decor
I prefer budget-friendly do-it-yourself projects for decorating my home. Sugru Moldable Glue by tesa came in handy for making 2 new DIY Rustic Decor projects I had brewing in my mind. I made a rustic wood tray with feet and glass cloche with a wood knob which looks amazing styled together on my ...
DIY Patio Ideas on a Budget
Making my own decorative pillow covers are my DIY Patio Ideas on a Budget secret. Using my Cricut Maker®, I can use the iron-on vinyl in any color to create a new look easily and inexpensively. DIY Patio Ideas on a Budget We have our deck and an outdoor patio space with our outdoor ...
DIY Faux Forsythia Branches
Grab some yellow tissue paper, a glue gun, craft scissors and a small branch because I'm showing you how I made Tissue Paper Flowers for making DIY Faux Forsythia Branches and blooms. Decorating for spring just got easier and budget-friendly.DIY Faux Forsythia Branches I've made many DIY tissue ...
Carrot Cake Recipe with Pineapple
This simple from scratch Carrot Cake Recipe with Pineapple, covered with a tangy-sweet cream cheese buttercream frosting is the best carrot cake you'll ever taste. Extremely moist and delicious with every bite. Carrot Cake Recipe with Pineapple Sheet Cake I had been craving carrot cake for ...
Craft Room Organization
I have reorganized my craft room many times over the years and each time it gets better and better. When it comes to craft room organization, I'm learning to keep it simple with a clean design. Making my own labels using the Cricut Joy is my new home organization hack! These were so easy and didn't ...
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup from scratch means we're starting by making our own homemade broth. It sounds overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be hard. Fresh and simple ingredients that pack delicious flavor will make a simple chicken soup that everyone will wonder if your grandmother dropped it ...
DIY Botanical Coasters
I decoupaged 4 inch ceramic tiles with botanical images and Outdoor Mod Podge, to make these DIY Botanical Coasters. This simple craft is great for a DIY gift, or for yourself. This post was originally published in 2016. I have updated the tutorial for easier crafting. I already had ...
Porch Decorating Ideas for Christmas
It's all about the garland when it comes to decorating my front porch for the holidays! My simple and rustic Porch decorating ideas for Christmas won't take a lot of time. I'm also sharing more inspiration with a Christmas Porch Decorating Tour with a few blogger friends of mine! I love the variety ...
DIY Christmas Ornaments
These Gingerbread House DIY Christmas Ornaments are super easy to make. I used chipboard, chalk markers, and my Cricut to make these unique handmade Christmas ornaments. Don't worry, they can be made without a cutting machine. Gingerbread House DIY Christmas Ornaments I love making ...
Simmering Stovetop Potpourri
Making your home smell like the holidays is simple with homemade simmering stovetop potpourri. Mix together the scent of Christmas with pine, cedar, oranges, cranberries, and spices. Simmering potpourri also makes a great homemade gift idea with my free printable instruction gift ...
Drinkworks Home Bar
The Drinkworks® Home Bar by Keurig® brings a selection of bar quality cocktails, brews and more with a push of a button. I am excited to partner with Drinkworks Home Bar and share how we plan on keeping our celebrations close to home this year. Drinkworks Home Bar Press. Play. ...
DIY Paper House
My holiday decor just got easier and less expensive when I realized I could just make a DIY Paper House using my Cricut cutting machine and then add a bit of snow to the top for a holiday look. Simple DIY holiday decor is my favorite. DIY Paper House for Holiday Decor I've been collecting ...
DIY Wood Tray
This DIY Wood Tray with leather handles is extra-long and needs no building experience. Everyone needs a large serving tray to use for home decor or serving a charcuterie board full of delicious food.DIY Wood Tray with Leather Handles While decorating my dining room table, I wanted a narrow ...
DIY Paper Leaf Wreath
This DIY Paper Leaf Wreath made with my Cricut Joy turned out so cute! It was quick and simple to make and is the perfect addition to my fall decor. I used a grapevine wreath, 3 different leaf shapes from the Cricut Design Space, and a beautiful ribbon. Easy and fun! Cricut Joy DIY Paper ...
Outdoor Fall Decorating Ideas
When you're looking for rustic outdoor fall decorating ideas, look to nature first! Create a warm and inviting space by shopping your yard first. I've done this many years for a rustic fall centerpiece.Outdoor Fall Decorating Ideas for your Outdoor Fireplace During the spring we partnered with ...
Botanical Wall Art for Fall
It's easy to get that vintage farmhouse look with a printable pumpkin DIY botanical wall art. Print any size you need for your fall and autumn decorating ideas. DIY Botanical Wall Art for Fall I love finding budget-friendly DIY ideas for wall art. I often turn to printable botanical ...
Easy Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Bring on the Pumpkin Pie with this simple and easy pumpkin pie recipe! This recipe is great for the beginner baker. Grab the pumpkin puree, eggs, sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and more and let's get to some pie making! Easy Pumpkin Pie Recipe for Beginners Once it ...
Monkey Bread Loaf
Inspired by monkey bread pull apart recipes, I thought I'd try making a Monkey Bread Loaf instead. This is a great option for when you don't have a bundt pan. Cinnamon, brown sugar, pecans and more make this pull-apart bread so good! Pull-Apart Monkey Bread Loaf When it comes to easy ...
Egg Biscuit Cups with Sausage
When you combine refrigerated biscuits, eggs, cheese, and sausage you end up with easy to make breakfast ideas like these Egg Biscuit Cups that are fluffy and delicious. High protein and perfect for breakfast on the go.Egg Biscuit Cups with Sausage and Cheese I wanted to call them cheesy egg ...
