Now on Etsy! http://www.northwestnest.etsy.com Over 40+ pieces for your next collage, scrapbooking, assemblage or mixed media projects. Perfect for those with discriminating tastes, this kit contains everything needed for a masterpiece collage. I’ve even included your own little block of wood drilled for hanging for …
I can’t be idle for too long. Ideas of zines have been playing out in my mind for awhile now. This is the first I’ll share with you though. Hot off the Press is Discover Simply Salem, a sweet little zine about Salem’s history and …
I strong-armed my hubby so I could attend the Beginning Blogging class taught by the incredibly cool Emily Grosvenor of Desperately Seeking Salem . I’ve been following her blog and witty commentary for awhile now and she’s up there pretty high on my women of high regard …
A friend invited my kiddos and me out to Daum’s Produce Farm to pick some delicious strawberries. It was just the right weather for picking, not too hot with a slight breeze to cool us down. I’ve never been to Daum’s. I usually go to …
If you are like me you’ve got lots of treasures (read junk) hanging around and cluttering your closets, drawers and garage. Why give your items a new home where someone will love it while making some extra cash? Here are some of my tips for …
Don’t let your lack of cash get you down when it comes to decorating. By using a few things around the house, you too can have creative art that matches your decor and shows off your personal style. And the best part is that you …
Breakfast in bed is always a nice treat for dad. To make it special try making some yummy french toast made with Cinnamon Chip bread from Great Harvest Bread . First off, find a cooking buddy. Little Missy helped me this morning. Next cut up …
Father’s Day is almost here. Today we wrapped up the last few things. The kids and I decided to get creative with our wrapping. All of these supplies we got from SCRAP. If you haven’t been there yet and live in the Portland area, make …
Here are the basics on displaying the American flag: The flag is normally flown from sunrise to sunset. In the morning, raise the flag briskly. At sunset, lower it slowly. Always, raise and lower it ceremoniously. The flag should not be flown at night …
I always rack my brain for ideas to thank teachers. Nothing ever seems enough and so many years we have been blessed with stellar teachers. This year I decided to make this “teacher” necklace to thank my daughter’s first grade teacher. The teacher has been …
Last week I had a special order for a Texan named Colleen. She asked that I make a necklace featuring her son. Isn’t he a cutie? Since it was my birthday week I also made one with my little cuties for myself. It’s been a …
I’ve already exposed my inner geek and stated that I along with my husband play civilization. For his birthday we decided to host a Civilized night of good food, good friends and playing Civilization IV. Apparently I’m a newbie at LAN games because I hit …
Today I went to a sale and saw some very similar items (one that was the actual item I sold at my Honeyboutique Spring Sale) being resold at another sale here in Salem. I felt like a child again, angry and complaining to my mother …
Salem is moving in the right direction. I recently received a flyer from my disposal service, Allied Waste Services. Starting July 5th, we’ll be able to put all food waste in our yard debris bins (now coined Mixed Organics Carts). I am thrilled! When we moved into our updated …