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DIY Christmas Candy Houses

November 23, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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These DIY Christmas Candy Houses are a perfect way to keep kids busy and make use of those random playing cards! I have always embraced the challenge of creating my crafts while spending the least amount of money possible. Sometimes I have trouble getting rid of things that some people may … [Read more...]

Easy Burlap Wreath Christmas Card Holder

November 16, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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One of my favorite crafts is wreath making. I was excited when I envisioned a wreath for my daughter that could be more than a wall hanging or door decor! With quick innovation, my wreath transformed into an easy burlap wreath Christmas card holder. Imagine being able to display beautiful … [Read more...]

Christmas Popcorn Topiary

November 3, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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Our family celebrated Thanksgiving early this year, and I felt the urge to make a Christmas craft. I decided to create a Fun Side-Out Project. We started the day by buying our favorite flavors of microwaveable Pop Secret popcorn. I smiled as I remembered my Christmas past when I used to take the … [Read more...]

How To Decorate Your Mantel For Christmas

November 2, 2015 by Shasta Walton 20 Comments
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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of At Home for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Every year I plan to decorate my mantel and every year I end up with nothing but stockings. This year I decided to start early and plan ahead, so I started in October! The hardest thing about … [Read more...]

Home Office Makeover

October 27, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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This Home Office Makeover has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BIGDeal #CollectiveBias Home Office Makeover: Wow, October is almost over, and I don't know about you, but I have been insanely busy lately. I am thankful for all the work … [Read more...]

DIY Coffee Filter Wreath

September 30, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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I wanted a fun and inexpensive wreath option for my fall decor. I stumbled upon a DIY coffee filter wreath which was EASY and very cheap. Total cost was less than $3! The only item I needed to purchase was coffee filters. I went with the natural filters because I liked the brown look for fall. … [Read more...]

Living Room Makeover

September 18, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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This Living Room Makeover has been compensated by #CollectiveBias Inc. and its advertiser #BigLots . All opinions are my own! #ICantEven wait to share my next Big Lots room makeover! Stay tuned for my Kitchen Makeover! 2015 has been the year of home makeovers for our family. As a military … [Read more...]

Easy DIY Baby Shower Decor

August 29, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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There is nothing more incredible than the birth of a child. It changes everything about your life and you become someone you said you would never be (you know it's true). You are more concerned about germs, leaving your little one behind is the hardest thing in the world, and keeping your baby alive … [Read more...]

Easy Back-To-School Breakfast and Snack Pantry

August 6, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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This Easy Back-To-School Breakfast and Snack Pantry post has been compensated by #CollectiveBias Inc. and its advertiser #QuakerTime . All opinions are mine alone, and photos are mine alone. I was talking with my friend Jenn last week, and we were comparing grocery costs for our households. … [Read more...]

5 Decorating Hacks to Make the Most of Your Space in Less than 10 Minutes

June 7, 2015 by sherri Leave a Comment
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If your living space has seen better days or is looking a tad too lived in, don’t worry. Making your living room in your happy place doesn’t have to be expensive or even time-consuming. We’ve put together the top 5 simple ways you can turn a room into a sanctuary, and all in less than 10 … [Read more...]

Marriage: Where to Start with your Wedding Planning

June 5, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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Congratulations, you’re engaged! Now, what? It can be hard to know where to start when planning your perfect day, and it can be very easy to feel overwhelmed by all the decisions that you’re faced with. But fear not; follow the simple steps below and the process need not be stressful or … [Read more...]

Group's Weird Animals VBS Church Decorations

June 1, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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Weird Animals VBS Church Decorations: Decorating for VBS can be a considerable undertaking, but with adequate planning, you can decorate your church for VBS with ease. I am always excited about VBS; it's one of my favorite times of the year. I didn't attend church regularly, but I almost always … [Read more...]

Planning A Neighborhood Party

May 15, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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This post brought to you by Char-Broil. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Faithfully Free. Nothing is finer than summer in the Carolina's! We southerners really know how to throw awesome summer BBQ’s and neighborhood parties are just one of the many ways we celebrate. Planning … [Read more...]

Cutting Hair With A Vacuum Cleaner

May 13, 2015 by Shasta Walton 281 Comments
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~ This shop has been compensated by #CollectiveBias , Inc. and its advertiser #CleaningUntangled . All opinions are mine alone. Hair, hair everywhere. That is a statement my husband hears on a weekly basis. I have grown my hair out for about 3 years now and I love it. I love having long … [Read more...]

Easy Affordable DIY Kitchen Window Valances

March 17, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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Today I am going to share my newest project with you: Easy Affordable DIY Kitchen Window Valances This post has moved! You can find it on our new blog click the link below: Ok, here’s the thing. We remodeled our kitchen about 2 ½ years ago. When I looked at window coverings, I was shocked! I … [Read more...]

St. Patrick’s Day Placemats and Napkin Rings

March 14, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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I have to admit, I was really excited about making St. Patrick’s Day placemats and napkin rings, because all I had to buy to make this project was two spools of ribbon! 1 Ribbon Boutique 7/8 inch x 15 ft Roll Glittery Gold1 Ribbon Boutique 1.5 “ x 3 yd Roll Natural Plus I used the following … [Read more...]

DIY Corner Shelf Decor

March 12, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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I am in the process of redecorating my guest bedroom on a small budget. If you've read my previous craft posts, you know that Hobby Lobby is my craft store of choice, so once again, I was on a mission! I wanted a corner shelf that would match my decor, but I knew I finding a perfect match wouldn't … [Read more...]

The Little Mermaid Bedroom Makeover

March 12, 2015 by Shasta Walton 1 Comment
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When we decided to paint the girls' bedroom a few weeks ago, we weren't going to choose a theme, so we just asked the girls what their favorite colors were. For years, pink and purple have been Lexi and Anna's signature colors, but I knew that was changing. When I asked the girls what colors … [Read more...]

DIY Magazine Holder From A Wine Rack

March 10, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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~ This shop has been compensated by #CollectiveBias, Inc. and its advertiser #BringingInnovation. All opinions and projects are mine alone! I love shopping at thrift stores and yard sales to find old things people no longer have a use for. Last summer I purchased an old wine rack because I knew … [Read more...]

St. Patrick’s Day Centerpiece

March 5, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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When I set out to create this Easy St. Patrick's Day Centerpiece, I already had a picture of the St. Patrick's placemats and napkin rings in mind. This made planning for the centerpiece much easier because I had a general idea of what I was looking for before I left the house. I headed … [Read more...]

Fun St. Patrick’s Day Wreath

March 3, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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I had such a great time making the Easter Wreath, I decided to try my luck again with a fun St. Patrick’s Day Wreath. I love that I have found a way to make holiday wreaths so affordable and I may just make one for every holiday! So once again, I set off for Hobby Lobby to see what I could find … [Read more...]

The Perfect DITY Move Packing Plan

February 27, 2015 by Shasta Walton 3 Comments
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Today, I want to share the perfect DITY move packing plan with you. It's that time of year again... Pre-PCS season. Maybe this isn't technically a term, but for my family, PCS season starts as soon we know we are getting orders. We can't wait until the orders are cut because being in the military … [Read more...]

St. Patrick’s Day Tootsie Roll Bank Craft

February 27, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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I have been making Tootsie Roll Bank crafts for years. I made my first one for Valentine's Day a few years ago, and I couldn't believe how excited the kids were. My grandchildren love saving change, so they are always asking for piggy banks (they may also be hoarders). These banks are perfect … [Read more...]

Personalized Map Necklace Tutorial

February 23, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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Last weekend I attended the Stamp Craft Art Tour with my daughter. We had a great time, and learned how to make jewelry (which was unexpected) and I have been busy making necklaces ever since! I was surprised at how easy it is and decided to share this Personalized Map Necklace Tutorial … [Read more...]

5 Spring Car Care Tips

February 19, 2015 by Shasta Walton Leave a Comment
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After a long winter of working hard on your behalf, it is time to thank your car with some maintenance. Most vehicles take quite a beating during the coldest months of the year. Whether or not you have to drive in snow, the cooler temperatures can do a number on your car. As the weather warms … [Read more...]