An elopement means you can do it however way you want. Jessica and Pablo eloped at Olympic National Park and brought friends and family to be there with them. The couple adventured around the beaches of Olympic National Park and ended the day with a dinner party reception at a log cabin that is full of PNW vibes
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This Pony Themed Birthday Party will make any little cowgirl happy! Karina of A Fresh Take Photography styled this gorgeous pink Vintage Pony Party for her daughter's fourth birthday. Her daughter loves horses, so Karina decided on a vintage pony party theme with a pink and brown color palette. If you're on the hunt for
FINALLY!! We have a fireplace!!!! I've been working on this since Thanksgiving... It has been "built" since December, "painted" since mid-January, and completely "done" since last week! YIKES! Admittedly....the holidays, family, travel, and (of course) being pregnant were more of a "priority" than playing! Okay.....I admit it....I've been "working" on some other projects, too... we will see those later. :) This is meant to be a "simple" fireplace that can be adapted to many different styles of doll play. I have attached some finish ideas at the bottom of the project. By simply changing some of the finishes, you can have a completely DIFFERENT look!! I will be adding some fun fireplace accessory ideas in another post....don't fret! :) SHOPPING LIST: 1 - 1x6 @ 24" (hearth-bottom) 1 - 1x6 @ 22" (fireplace mantel face) 1 - 1x4 @ 24" (fireplace mantel top) 2 - 1x3 @ 11.5" (fireplace vertical surround face) 2 - 2x2 @ 17" (fireplace vertical surround back) 2 - 1x2 @ 17" (fireplace vertical surround) 1 - 1/4" MDF @ 18.5"x 21.5" (fireplace backing) about 30" (linear) of decorative quarter round (nailed under 1x4 mantel)***OPTIONAL about 8" (linear) of square dowel (same size as quarter round)***OPTIONAL T-square measuring tape pencil Drill / countersink bit 2" screws wood glue wood clamps saw sand paper wood putty painter's tape paint or stain to finish (I used white paint for the mantel, black for the MDF backing, and "stone look" spray paint for the hearth) INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Cut out all of your pieces as described (except for quarter round - that comes later) and sand them smooth. (Don't get sawdust in your Ugg slippers...) 2. Place your 17" 1x2's on top of your 17" 2x2's (there are 2 sets of these) and screw them together using 2" screws: 3. Now turn the 17" pieces (that you just screwed together) onto their sides, so that the 1x2 is facing outward. (The 1x4 mantel is shown on the left of the picture, and the 1x6 hearth is at the right of the picture. The fireplace is on it's "back".) 4. Now lay your 1x6 mantel face onto the 17" pieces, snugging them to each end of the 1x6, and making sure that your 1x6 is flush on the 17" tops and sides. Screw the 1x6 into the 17" pieces, as shown: 5. Now lay your 1x3 over the remaining "visible" portion of your 17" piece, and screw into place, as shown: 6. Repeat step 5 for the other side: 7. Center your hearth on the bottom (at right), making sure that you have the same amount of overlap on each end (approximately 1"). Screw into the 17" pieces from the bottom: This is the view from the bottom: 8. Stand your fireplace up, onto the 1x6 hearth (base): 9. Lay your 1x4 mantel piece onto the top, making sure to center it from end to end (about 1" overlap each side), and making it flush to the BACK of the fireplace. Screw on: 10. Then...lay your fireplace back down onto it's back. 11. Measure your molding (for under the mantel) by laying it first at each side (making sure that it is flush on the front side), screwing or nailing into the fireplace, and then sawing off flush on the backside. Repeat on other side under mantel: (I used square dowel on the sides of my fireplace because I didn't have enough quarter round on-hand.) 12. Lay your mantel onto it's back. Lay your quarter round onto the mantel face and under the mantel top. Make sure that one end is flush (as described above), nail or screw onto the mantel face, and then cut your other end off flush with that end. This keeps you from having to do a miter-edge. 13. Fill all holes and cracks with wood putty. Let dry. Sand well. Finish as desired. (Finish your MDF backing as desired, and then once entire piece is dry, nail onto back.) FINISH IDEAS: *This fireplace can be made "modern" or "simple" by simply painting it white as I did. *You could add "real" mosaic tiles to the hearth and vertical face for a "European" look. *There are small "pebbles" that can be purchased in a "tile sheet" at the hardware store...add those and some grout for an "old-world", "cabin", or "pioneer" feel. *You could also "decoupage" a "brick-print" scrapbook paper onto the face, hearth, and MDF backing, and then stain the mantel a dark wood color: instant "colonial"! *For those who are REALLY creative and who work with foam core, a simple box can be made and "inserted" into the current opening so that it mimics MODERN fireplace inserts placed into "old" fireplaces! Here is the fireplace pictured with a 23" My Twinn and an 18" American Girl: Please feel free to use these plans to build furniture, for sale or for pleasure, but please do not sell the PLANS as your "own". Please also give credit to me and link back here! I hope you enjoy them!! ***I am NOT LIABLE for any plans featured here. Please take every precaution and use your own discretion to make sure these toys are safe for children to play with them.
Beautiful and creative inspiring art rooms. These art teachers have gone all out decorating their art rooms. Super-creative!
The Linen Stitch Pattern with Studio Knit creates a beautiful flat, thin piece of knitting. It looks quite intricate, but it is simply a 2-row repeat of knits, purls, and slipped stitches.
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I love everything about Valentine's Day! I get so excited seeing all the crafts that everyone comes up with and how everyone decorates their homes.
Here is some pictures from my preschool classroom. I teach two days a week and have a wonderful group of 4/5 year olds! I hope you may gai...
This is a great math game to help students practice math facts. Students play in pairs. Each pair will need two different dice. One dice has the digits 0 to 5, the second dice has the digits 4 to 9. I have each dice a different color. Players choose which dice to roll first.Players will also need two different colored counters. I have bingo counters that have red on one side and yellow on the other. I keep these in a baggie for kids to use with multiple games that require these counters. Here is a link to the google document for the game boards... Squares Fast Fact Game This game was originally created by another teacher (unsure who) and I adapted it to fit my classroom needs and created differentiated ones too. Speedy Fast Facts Game My students can either play alone or with a buddy. If they play with a buddy, each buddy has their own card but they share one dice. One player rolls the dice, each player identifies the column to read. Each player says the answer to the fact as quickly and accurately as possible. The first one to finish WINS!
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Hosting an apple party is easier than slicing an apple with these fun apple party ideas! With everything from decorations to a caramel apple bar, you'll have everything for an apple extravaganza.
Beautiful stone pillars, a stone perimeter wall, detailed gables and gorgeous window views highlight this Craftsman house plan. A large and comfortable front covered porch features stonework, substantial columned beams, a decorative overhead gable and plenty of room to greet family and guests as they enter the home. The sprawling exterior also includes a three car garage which features plenty of vehicle space and a staircase to the overhead bonus space. The bonus space is quite large and offers enough room for an in-law suite complete with a kitchenette, bath and additional rooms for numerous configurations. In addition to the overhead bonus space, there’s an optional basement foundation which features in excess of 2,330 square feet of living space and enormous potential for an outdoor covered patio for entertaining. This efficient rectangular shaped home features three bedrooms, three plus baths and a large open floor plan for functional family living. Accessing the home from the expansive front porch, is the spacious foyer where there is a coat closet and half bath before accessing the gallery hallway and a variety of rooms. Located directly across from the foyer is the two story great room; a magnificent room in which to entertain and relax with its double French doors leading onto the rear covered porch. There is also a warming fireplace, built-in cabinetry and an interior staircase leading to the bonus room. The adjacent dining room is spacious with ten foot ceiling heights and access to the grilling terrace. On either side of the covered porch and grilling terrace are double patios; one covered and providing private access to bedroom three and the other has an optional fireplace with French door access into the master bedroom. The gourmet kitchen is situated across from the open great room and dining space and features a large arc island with additional seating, a corner walk-in pantry and surrounding counter and cabinet space. One wing of the home contains the master suite while the other wing features two bedrooms, a bath, laundry facilities and assorted other family space. Bedrooms two and three are similarly sized and each feature window views and private access onto the outdoor space. One has ample closet space while the other has a large walk-in closet. A shared hall bath features a linen closet, vanity space, a toilet area and a large shower. There is an entry hall from the garage for drop-off items as well as a coat closet with the laundry room nearby. The laundry room is quite large with counter space for folding, a sink area and plenty of maneuverable space. The master suite is highlighted with a large bedroom, ten foot ceiling heights and private access onto the patio. There are attached his and hers walk-in closets along with storage space for each and the master bath features design elements today’s homeowners desire; a large garden tub, a separate shower measuring 6’ x 5’, a private water closet and dual vanities. This executive styled home offers a functional and practical main level floor plan, great outdoor space and an abundance of expandable overhead and basement space.
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My 6 year old loves Hello Kitty. When she asked for a Hello Kitty party I kinda cringed. I don't like character parties. I don't like how easy it is to "buy the matching plates". I like a good challenge. I like an original party! So I got to work dreaming up a "Hello Kitty Party" of my own. It was a ton of fun and Maddie loved every minute of it and it was over way too fast. Please enjoy these photos and if you have questions, please ask! The Decor {Left to right} -Simple balloons tied to curling ribbon -Cute bouquets lined the table -A fun felt Kitty welcomed the guests at the front door -My birthday girl made the name tags herself. CUTE! -The kids adored the Hello Kitty balloons! -I covered tin cans with cute card stock and filled them with silk flowers and button flowers for the kitty balloons. The Crafts {Left to right...} -"Pin the bow on the Kitty -"Pass the package" -Home made coloring books -Place mats the kids glued in place and we covered with contact paper -Coloring pages are better printed on card stock! -Every time the music stops, someone gets to unwrap one layer! -Packing tape on the back of felt "bows" -Kitty looks pretty! -The girl who unwraps the last layer of paper gets to keep the prize inside. The Main Event Hello Kitty Store! My daughter Maddie told me she wanted a "Hello Kitty Store" (like the adorable Sanrio store in San Francisco and other fun cities). One night I woke up with the idea to display the goody bag items in our cute dollhouse and let the girls buy their treasures with play money. This activity was so much fun. The girls were completely into it and my older daughters loved running the store! The Outfit I found the gorgeous pettiskirt in bubblegum pink on Etsy . The seller was so great to work with and the quality of the skirt is top notch at a fantastic price! Maddie put the skirt on Friday night and wore it to bed! When she woke up she was ready to party. I bought a $4 plain white shirt and ordered this fantastic iron-on rhinestone from Bling Bling Transfer on Etsy. I love Etsy in a big way! The shirt turned out so adorable. I made the bow. The kitty is on a bobby pin and can slide off the bow and be worn alone. Did you know I sell bows? Want some? GO HERE!! Thanks for visiting and taking a minute to check out this fun party! If you are inspired to use any of these ideas, I would LOVE for you to send me a photo or a link so I can see what you come up with!! See cake HERE.
