I recently ran across an idea in JoAnn's Fabrics:  a clutch from a placemat. A teenage church member asked me to make her a clutch after seeing one that I made for myself (post coming soon).  So, I thought this is the perfect opportunity to try out the placemat idea. Here's how it turned out: 45 Minute DIY Clutch Click here to see how I made it. I'll definitely be making more of these for me.  I love clutches.  My everyday bag is a pewter envelope clutch. What do you think?

So, in  Congratulations Are In Order, Part 1: DIY Wedding Gift , I told you all about the gift I made for a dear friend's wedding. But, I didn't mentioned the cool card I made as well. I got the idea from Jessi at  Practically Functional .  She has an awesome tutorial on making a wedding greeting card.  Thanks Jessi. I didn't have time to go to the store to pick up a card so I made my own.  I made a few modifications from Jessi's card but it's the same basic concept. What I used: 3 pieces of cardstock (brown, tan, and off white)  Decorated cardstock (from an invite to another event)  Glue (glue stick and hot glue) Scissors Template from Practically Functional Pearl Glass Beads What I did: Turned my brown cardstock landscape. Then folded each side in 3.5". The card is 4" wide by 8.5" tall. Printed Jessi's template. Cut it out.  Then, traced it onto my cardstock. Cut out my cardstock pieces and assembled them according t

So, I'm checking out linky parties and ran across Putting Me Together's One Piece Many Ways Linkup .  I'm not really big on being photographed more the once wearing the same thing.  So, I don't have many pictures of me wearing the same thing twice. So, I combed through my photos.  There in the my many pictures I found 3 photos of me wearing my favorite green tunic, a gift from the hubby.  This tunic has gone on many vacations, to many parties, and even to work. 1 Tunic 3 Ways Yes, all of these pictures are of me.  I like to experiment with hairstyles. Let's talk about the three looks: The 1st Look - Party Fit: Tunic paired with bronze belt, bronze sandals, and minimal gold accessories. This is the way my hubby intended for it to be worn. He thinks I can wear just about anything.  I think it's great that he loves my body. The 2nd Look - Date Fit: Tunic paired with dark denim, colorful sandals, and minimal gold accessories.  Hubby and

We all piled in the SUV Sunday night and made the 2.5 hour trip to see my family.  It was worth every minute to see my sister, niece, 89 year old grandma, and 71 year old aunt.  They were just as excited to see us - well Baby Z and Big Brother DJ. It was a beautiful day.  It was the perfect day for a light and airy sundress.  So, I was glad I packed one of my recent Target finds.  I was really comfortable.  Grandma didn't say I was overdressed this time so this fit is a winner. Here's what I wearing: Dress - Target , $8.38 Shoes - JustFab , $39.99 Belt - Borrowed from my niece Jewelry - Gifts and Burlington

Football season is here.   I'm so excited.  How excited?! So excited that I went to Pinterest to find some game day food for my family. Yes, I'll use any excuse to get on Pinterest. Of course, I found something worth making - chicken pizza muffins. I found this simple and quick recipe at doughmesstic.com . In the words of my hubby, that's it right there!  They are a hit.  I made the buffalo sauce. Here's the recipe: 1/4 cup zesty Italian dressing 1/4 cup hot sauce 1 tablespoon butter Mix and heat until butter is melted. Pinterest and Football Other items:   Fried Green Beans, Publix Brand Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Alexia Brand (bought at Publix) Good food and good football - War Eagle!