It has been more than a month since my last Life Lately post, and lots has happened since then, so I figured it was time for another one. Enjoyed...Christmas and my birthday yesterday. It feels very strange to be 20 now. It's like I'm grown up or something. I'm not sure I like it. Had … Continue reading Life Lately 12-26-2013
When I was young (I think about 1st or 2nd grade), I was obsessed with the American Girl books. I remember reading one of the books about Kirsten, in which her family celebrated St. Lucia's Day, a Swedish holiday on December 13th. Although we aren't Swedish, we decided to incorporate holiday into our Christmas holiday … Continue reading ‘Tis the Season: St. Lucia’s Day
For the past several years I have wanted to make Christmas cards for my loved ones, but I just never seem to be able to actually get around to making them. For the past several years I have also been slightly obsessed with hand-lettering. I have never been big on doodling, but when I do … Continue reading ‘Tis the Season: Hand-Lettered Christmas Cards
Over the next few weeks, I will be sharing gift ideas, including gifts to buy and gifts to make yourself. Some of the DIY gifts will require prior knowledge in a particular area (mostly sewing, but possibly also knitting), but this one is something everyone can do (even kids!). For the past few years, one … Continue reading DIY Gifts: Mugs + Ceramic Paint Pen
Image from Pinterest First of all, I'd like to wish a late Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! I hope you had a lovely, relaxing day filled with good food and family. My family celebrated with my mom's sister and her family and my grandparents. For the past few years, we have had a combined Thanksgiving and … Continue reading Thanksgiving Recap and ‘Tis the Season
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