Girlfriend Gift: Anti-Pinch Polish: St. Patty's Day DIY

I saw a similar idea on Pinterest a few weeks back and wanted to do a version of it and offer a free printable! Love this idea, for a little girlfriend gift....We all could use those once in a while!

Need: White Card Stock, Clear Treat Bag, Kraft Confetti Filling, Hole Punch, Twine, Scissors, Bottle of Green Nail Polish, & and the Free Printable(Link Below)

***DOWNLOAD THE FREE PRINTABLE HERE!

How To: 

-Print and cut out the free printable.

-Fill treat bag with kraft confetti and the nail polish.

-Fold over top of printable and attach to folded top of treat bag. 

-Hole punch the bag and paper, and tie with twine to attach.

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Easter Basket Ideas for the Littles

Its almost Easter basket time, which means The Modern Momma and I have put together some super fun and unique Easter basket gift ideas for the littles! Follow the links below to get your own! 

1. Land of Nod Jute Chick Basket

2. Melissa & Doug Felt Taco Set

3.A Little Bundle Ms. Deer

4. Happy & Hectic Bear Claw Moccasins

5.Land of Nod Color a Crown Kit

6.Land of Nod Animal Building Blocks

7. Happy Easter Mouse Book

8.Land of Nod Happy Together Wooden Dolls

9.Fawn Shoppe Wood Bubble Making Kit

10. Bunny & Duck Crayons

Happy Sunday! XOX

RUSTIC WOODLAND HOLIDAY GIFT TAGS ***FREE PRINTABLE***

We have had such an AWESOME first year as ATE, and I plan on thanking you anyway I can think of!!! I decided to design some ADORABLE(they really are) holiday gift tags that you can download  and print out for free!!! Just click this LINK!
{Note: Print on cardstock for thicker gift tags!}

12 Days of Giving: Giveaway!

Who is ready for an AMAZING holiday giveaway!?!?!

Paulina from P&D Photo Video contacted a group of us last week with a super awesome idea to get our amazing little town together and do a '12 DAYS OF GIVING' event! Paulina expressed her thankfulness for life this year and wanted to give back!!! Within minutes we went from 6 businesses to 15, all willing and excited to participate! I just LOVE our community!!! 

So here we are, with a line-up of giveaways that you won't want to miss!!!

How its going to work:

Step 1: You must 'LIKE' all 15 of the businesses Facebook pages.

Step 2: You must 'JOIN' the 12 Days of Giving Facebook Event.

Step 3: You must 'SHARE' the Facebook Event.

{Once you have done all three steps, leave a comment to let us know!!}

****THE MORE YOU SHARE, THE HIGHER CHANCE YOU HAVE OF WINNING****

Prizes will start on the 12th, and for 12days thereafter!! 

Businesses & Giveaways: 

1. Ashley Thunder Events

Giveaway Prize: A full photo style with all props included, valued at $100.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AshleyThunderEvents

Website: http://ashleythunderevents.blogspot.com/

2. Elle Salon

Giveaway Prize: Elle Salon will offer a Womans Haircut (starting value of $36.00) with a complimentary Botanical Hair Therapy Treatment (value of $25.00). Must be redeemed by May 1st 2014.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Elle-Salon/106986189382704

Website: http://www.purelyellesalon.com/

3. Generations Hair Salon

Giveaway Prize: Multi-dimensional color and haircut. Must be redeemed by March 1st 2014.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Generations-Hair-Salon/134348526578073

Website: http://generationshairsalonin.com/

4. Jashco Cakes

Giveaway Prize: 8" cake valued at $50. Must be redeemed by April 30, 2014

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jashcocakes

5. Kaber Floral Company

Giveaway Prize: Silk amaryllis arrangement. Must be picked up by December 31, 2013.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaberfloral

Website: http://www.kaberfloral.com

6. MAC Inspections

Giveaway Prize: One year magazine subscription to Better Homes and Gardens and a cordless drill valued at $50.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MacInspections?ref=br_tf

Website: http://www.mac-inspections.com

7. Organizational Development Solutions

Giveaway Prize: 4 Giftcards: $25 to Chili’s, $25 to Olive Garden, $25 to Barnes and Noble, and $25 to Starbucks

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Organizational-Development-Solutions-Inc/280409265319607

Website: http://www.successwithods.com

8. P&D Photo Video LLC

Giveaway Prize: Full Photo Session with edited digital images on CD valued at $150. Must be redeemed by December 31,2014.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/PD-Photo-Video/125349010827099

Website: http://www.pd-photovideo.com

9. RL Roofing Service

Giveaway Prize: $50 gas card.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/RL-Roofing-Service/156958911031163

Website: http://www.rlroofingservice.com

10. Rock Me Mama Freelance Makeup Artist

Giveaway Prize: Full professional make up session with false eyelash extensions at my in home studio location. Valued at $75. Must redeem by April 30, 2014.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rock-Me-Mama-Freelance-Makeup-Artist/278222272196187

11. Romero Imaging

Giveaway Prize: 16x20, 1.5" canvas ($61 value)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RomeroImaging

12. Seven

Giveaway Prize: One free lunch a Seven.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Seven/336119819763248

13. Temple News Agency

Giveaway Prize: Tample News Agnecy $25 gift card.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Temple.News.Agency

Website: http://www.templenewsagency.com

14. Thode Floral

Giveaway Prize: Super cute beaded clutch purse and $50 gift cert from Thodes.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Thode-Floral/272273743534

Website: http://www.thodefloral.com

15. Wild Child Dolls and Softies

Giveaway Prize: One personalized Wild Child Doll. Must be redeemed by March 2014.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildChildDollsAndSofties

DIY Holiday Drink Markers

I saw this adorable DIY DRINK STIRS POST, and it got me to think what else we could use those cute little mini-gifts for! DING DING DING---- Drink markers! This is the perfect little quick & easy decor idea for your holiday party; sure to WOW your guest:)! 

Need: Magnets(Hobby Lobby), Package of Mini Presents(Hobby Lobby), Hot Glue

How To: Glue one magnet to the back of the gift and put one magnet in the glass! Easy as that! 

Fun Stocking Stuffers UNDER $25

Lots of fun & unique stocking stuffer ideas under $25… also make great gifts for your girlfriends! 

1. Cloud USB hub

2.Charles Viancin Wine Stoppers

3. Lily & Laura Bracelets

4. EOS lip balm

5. Aztec Cosmetic Bag

6. Fringe Pencil Set

7. Fox Slippers

8.Harajuku Fragrance

9.Fabric Journal

10. Emoji Stickers

11. Candy Stripe Mini-mergency

12. Kitsch Hair-ties

13. Hanky Panky Gift Ornament

Easy-As-Pie Monday DIY {WOOD LETTER NECKLACE}

This one is really too easy, almost too easy to post...BUT I can't help it, I love it. I have this sick new obsession with these packages of little colored wood letter beads. I have been wanting a necklace that says 'YAY', and when I saw these letters I knew they would be perfect! The perfect little 'pop' of color! I have a theme going at my house for this years Christmas... 'Yay, its the holiday'... and have some fun things up my sleeve for decor so you will have to stay tuned for that! 

Anyways, I picked up some dainty ball chain in different colors, making this DIY only $1 per necklace! Oh, imagine the possibilities... 'OMG'..'MERRY'..'HI'..I could go on and on! Not only is it cute to layer with other necklaces and is the perfect ad-on gift, but it is also super easy for kids too! 

I personally will be adding them on the tops of all my holiday gifts this year!! 

The {Rad} Kids Gift Guide

As promised in yesterdays {Rad} Girls Gift Guide, we are now showing your the coolest gifts for kids!! Is it bad that I want these things for myself?!?! Seriously kids have the raddest toys these days! Where was this blow up camper in my day?! I need that...until then I will just go over to Lauren's house and play with Mac's! 

1. MiniJoops Cloud Raglan Sweatshirt 2.My First BBQ 3.Land of Nod Raccoon 4. Quinn & Fox Messy Hair Dont Care Tee 5. Land of Nod Wooded Robot Book 6. Petit Felts Zebra Finger Puppet 7. Wooden Animal Hangers 8. Little Jumper Trampoline 9.Breakfast Menu Wooden Toys 10.Milkos The Cow Back-Pack 11.Land of Nod Jet-air Play Tent 12.The S'more the Merrier Camp Set 13.Quinn & Fox Sorbet Pete Tee

The {Rad} Girls Gift Guide

Psssstttt... Christmas is 8 Saturdays away;  JUST 8!! So Lauren and I decided to put together a 'super rad' wish list of all things that we are just dying for! I need one of each please! 

1. Shop Bando Heart Phone Case 2.Kiel James Patrick Socks 3.Custom Signature Necklace 4.Leather T-Shirt Dress 5.Colorful dinnerware 6. Salt City Emporium Skull Leggings 7.Aztec Pillow 8.Celfie Tee 9.Arrowhead Necklace 10. The Feather Junkie Handmade Boots 11. Black/Brown Leather Jacket 12.Anthropology Giraffe Jewelry Bowl 13. Peruvian Fabric Bracelets 14. Wish I was an Olsen Twin Tee 15. Aztec Maxi Sweater 16. Michael Kors Glam Studded Sneaker

Thanks for visiting!! Let the shopping begin;)! Stay tuned for our 'Rad Kids Gift Guide' up next! XOX

Custom Deer Antler Necklaces {$25}

What to get your loved ones this holiday that they don't already have; something unique that doesn't break the bank?!?! I have the PERFECT suggestion that is gender friendly and great for all ages...

Our Modern Momma is exactly that... I typically call her 'Suzi' for little miss Suzi Homemaker. While she is busy chasing cute little Mac around, baking treats and hunting squirrels(thats a whole other story, and trust me you don't want to know)...she now has found time to bust out these BADASS antler necklaces and keychains!

 It really is the perfect gift at only $25; not to mention she customizes every order especially for you!!! I am IN LOVE with mine and have already worn it SO MUCH! 

Send a private message to Lauren HERE to order yours!! 

Fun Wedding Day Gifts for your Groom...

Lets face it, guys are not easy to buy for... and weddings are expensive; so here are some super fun, in-expensive, personalized grooms gifts!!! 

One of these sweet gifts + a sweet note..... doesnt get any sweeter:)!

1.His favorite alcohol, in personalized glass.

2. Coordinates of your wedding location tie clip.

3.The manly mans grooms kit.

4.Don't Panic cuff links.

5.Key to Happiness flask book!

6.Personalized note key chain.

7.Personalized tie with heart patch.

8.Luggage tags, perfect for the honeymoon.

9.Your actual kiss keychain!

10.Personalized "how many days I've loved you card".

11.Love cuff links.

12.In case you get cold feet socks.

Hope everyone has a great week!

XOX

{DIY Initial Tote} By: Danielle

 

 

I LOVE when I get texts from my friends with craft pictures attached saying "I'm channeling my inner Ash"...haha! My talented friend Dani made the cutest gift totes this weekend!!! They honestly look like she screen printed the design! They are awesome and would make the CUTEST gifts for Mothers Day too!

 

All you need: tote bag(She bought these colored ones at Wal-Mart for $8 for 3 of them), doilies, paint brush, spray adhesive, fabric paint.

 

How to: Put a light coat of spray adhesive on the bag to 'temporarily' attach the doily. Use fabric paint to paint over the doily to make 'lace' design. Remove doily. Print a large letter off the computer and trace in the middle of your doily print circle on your bag. Paint letter and let dry!

 

 

 

 



{Simple} Crochet Gift Wrap Inspiration

I always have to check out the sale aisle at Hobby Lobby when I'm in there, and the last

 I was there I found these adorable little packages of crochet circles in a bunch of colors for a $1. When I saw them I immediately thought 'gift wrap'... turns out with a little twine it actually makes the cutest gift wrap!

 

Hope everyone is having a beautiful weekend! Xox



Gift Registry for the Modern Bride.

Gift registry is not what it used to be, lets face it times have changed since ordering China was your biggest concern! When it came to my wedding, I definitely didn't hold back when it came to registering for things that I thought were fun and useful, as opposed to what I was 'supposed' to be ordering! I loved ordering fun plates sets instead of china, and pillow poufs & big baskets instead of silver candle holders! ;)....I have come up with some new awesome home décor items that should be on every 'Modern Brides' list! (Or anyone's birthday or Christmas list;))!



1.Large Wood Serving Bowl 2. Denim Pouf 3.Natural Bedding 4. Bird Drink Dispenser 5.Twig Bar Accessories 6.Braided Cable Knit Pillows 7. Painted Baskets 8.Vintage-Like Juice Glasses 9.Hedgehog Measuring Cups 10.Navajo Plate Set 11.Carved Wood Flatware 12.Faux Taxidermy Animal Head Wall Art 13.Patterned Bowls 14. Porcelain Hurricane Candle Holders

I seriously want one of each of these though...for real. LOVE. xox

DIY Stencil Tote

 

A easy weekend DIY for you... this stenciled tote would be the perfect weekender bag or at only $1.50 to make,  this would also be an adorable 'Welcome Bag' for your wedding guest!

 

All it takes: I used a stencil from this AWESOME STENCIL BOOK, taped it onto the tote. Painted it, let it dry, and that's it!

 

 

 

 



Shower Your Bridesmaids: 8 Unique Bridesmaids Gift Ideas

 

 

Tis' the season to shower the bride...which also means time to start thinking about how you as a bride are going to shower your bridesmaids; and thank them for putting up with you and your alter ego, Bridezilla!;) After a few weddings, some of your bridesmaids may already have a few of those traditional robes, or 3 monogram glasses...why not give them something different and unique!!!

 

I have found 8 awesome options, to show your love for the girls by your side...

 

 

1. Floral Fold-Over Clutch 2.Monogram Stud Earring 3.Chevron Iphone Case

4. Urban Decay Nail Set 5.Hanky Panky Bridesmaid Thong

6.Initial Necklace 7. Dizzy Bow Sandal 8. Gold Bridesmaid Tote

 

Hope everyone has a great weekend!!! Stay tuned for some fun blog post!!! xox



{GIFT} Baskets & Buckets

 

 

I always have liked to do something fun and different when it comes to presenting a gift! I think its a no-brainer when it comes to spending $2 on a basket or bucket as opposed to spending $1 on a paper gift bag or box that will most likely be thrown in the trash... why not give them something they can actually use!! For the first time(but not the last) I am doing a 'collabo' with the Modern Momma! I'm going to show you some fun buckets & baskets I have done in the past, along with showing you a fun Easter basket that our Modern Momma put together for her adorable Mac's first Easter, the basket is seriously as adorable as he is, if that's possible! She also included where she got everything!!!

 

My little sister usually gets to reap the benefits, and this is a little 'Just Because' basket, that I put together for her last week! I don't know if any of you have been to the new Party City in Valparaiso lately, but ummm hello, can I say AMAZING!! I got this adorable little heart basket for her for $1, and then they have a entire isle of goodies for under .50 ...seriously most of these fun little things were .10, making the entire basket under $10!!! I thought she could use the cute basket for nail polish or whatever afterwards too! and... How cute are those little cards with the polka dot envelopes!?!?

One of my favorite times to include a bucket or basket in the wrapping is when its for a baby gift!! I think it makes the cutest presentation, but then also is awesome for storage in the babies room afterwards!! Just try and make sure to coordinate the colors that with match the room;)!

 

This one I actually sent to our Modern Momma when Mac was born!! I chose the basket to keep in neutral and earthy in Macs Eclectic Nursery!

 

 

When giving a gift to an adult I like to use actual whicker baskets...just seems more appropriate and fits in every room of the house! This was a little care package I put together for my dad to send to a friend!! Lots of delicious gourmet goodies that one!

 

One of the best places to shop for the kiddos, I think at least is the dollar store! Last year I put together this fun Easter basket for my little Soph fun under $10!! She loved the Doctors Set! :)



 

This next one, happens to be my favorite, and a very popular pin on my Pinterst Page! My sister entered high school last year and was a tad bit nervous about her first ever high school cheer tryout, so I put together a cute 'Good Luck' bucket for her, and made little inspirations/funny labels to go on certain things... for instance on the nail polish 'Nail IT', on the glow sticks 'Light Up the Stage' and on the bubbles 'Blow up the competition'....yeah I thought I was pretty clever...:)

 

and now just in time for Easter....

 

 



 What do you get a kid that has everything? More stuff! Duh! Here's a breakdown of Easter goods for the boy.

Basket- target
 1.Raccoon (Johan)- Land of Nod
 2.Wood teethers- my cousin made them
3.Ball- Target
4.Book- Meijer
 5.Cell phone B. toy- target

Hope everyone finds something to be inspired by today, if nothing else Spring is COMING!!! xox