Family Fun Day

Yesterday was an entire day filled with family fun.  First up was shooting at our farm.  The hubby got a new shotgun and couldn't wait for a pretty day to go out and shoot with it.  He, our daughter, and a friend had alot of fun shooting skeet, while I got a chance to finally shoot people with the new camera I received for Christmas.

Here are a few shots (get it...ha, ha):

I love these first couple of shots.  I can't believe that I was able to catch the shells flying from the gun.  I think for a beginner, these were great.

After the shooting was done.  We all headed back home to get ready for a load of laughs at the Jeff Dunham concert.  I have always thought that his shows and DVD's were funny.  But, seeing him live is even better.  The Achmed doll was not cooperating at all, but Jeff just went with it and ad-libbed.  It was hilarious.

After I recuperate from all the laughing, I shall get back to being creative.  I still have a list of projects that I want to do, and will.  Please stay tuned for them.  In the meanwhile, my provoking thought for the day is:

Go out and create your world, but don't forget to laugh a little along the way.

Magazine Files Repurposed

After completing the shelf unit in my dining room, I still wasn't quite as happy as I thought that I should be.  Every time that I walked by, the small, mismatched cookbooks just jumped out at me.  They were screaming for a solution to make them a beautiful as their surroundings.  My newest project emerged.

I didn't have any old magazine holders in the house, or they would have been recycled for the cause.  So, on a recent trip to Staples, I purchased some.  I paid $1.99 for a package of two (total cost approximately $1.00 each).  I had some leftover scrapbook paper from other projects, so that worked out well.

I layed the paper out and lay the magazine files on top.  Use a pencil to trace the shape onto the paper and cut.  Use Modge Podge, or similar decoupage medium to glue everything down.  I decided to put a heavy coat of Modge Podge over the entire thing when I was done, just to make it stronger.  I wanted to ensure that nothing came loose or ripped.

You could substitute Modge Podge with some watered down school glue (like Elmer's glue).  It would work just as well, and yield the same type of results.

I was able to get the smaller books organized, and hide some of the other mismatched books.  Now everything looks uniform and beautiful.  They aren't screaming at me any longer!

These magazine files can be used anywhere in the home.  If you have a space that needs a little organization and style, these would work out great.

Now on to the next project.  I wonder what it will be?!

Before I close this post, I thought that I would share another funny with you today...

Because I am addicted.  Not a bad thing...I get so much inspiration from the photos and ideas pinned by others.  It is a great place to gather a bunch of creative minds.  The sharing is great!

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Seamstress I Am NOT!

After remodeling my dining room, there was only one thing left to do...find curtains for the back door (a huge glass sliding door).  I searched everywhere on the net and locally.  I just couldn't find that one curtain that jumped at me.  I found a style that I liked, but could not find it in the deep, dark red I wanted.  

Just as I was going to give up, I was walking through the craft store.  I walked around through the fabric department and there it was, the fabric and color I loved!  I just had to get it.  Now what?

I hadn't even attempted to sew anything in years.  I didn't have a pattern and wasn't about to start another search to find a pattern to match the curtains I liked.  So, I decided to jump in.  How hard could a triangle be to sew?  Oh if I only knew.

Here is what I started with...

I measured, cut and guessed alot.  But, I think that the final product turned out pretty good.  They are by far not perfect, but they are different and look good.  These curtains really brightened the space.  Overall, I am happy with them.

Go out and get inspired.  Try something different.  Do something that you haven't done before (or in a long time).  You might just be surprised with what you come up with.

I also wanted to give you a little something fun today.  So here you are, Pinterest Addicts!

I still have many projects in the making.  Keep checking back to find your inspiration.

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A Little Fun For The Day

I haven't blogged in a couple of days and it only hit me just this morning. I have been very busy (I told myself). What exactly have I been up to? Well, I guess it is time for me to admit my most recent addiction. One that takes a lot of time from my day, my responsibilities and my family. You may have already guessed it...I am a Pinterest Addict!!! Many of you may have this same problem, or is it? I love it! However, it has made my "To-Do" list very long. That makes it very difficult to make a "To-Done" list.

I think we should start a support group.  Anyway...here is a little something that you should appreciate if you are in the same boat as I am in. Enjoy!