I had the blessed opportunity to attend the Daily Marker Road trip in Glendale a few weeks ago. Since I’ve been so busy with my son’s wedding (which was October 19th…yay!) I haven’t had a chance to post a review about it. If you ever have a chance to attend one of these with Kathy […]
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One stamp, Five Polar Bear Valentines!
These MFT Polar Bears have got to be a new favorite! If you follow me, you already know that I have a soft spot in my heart for bear stamps (of any kind!) so I can make cards for my Dad…it’s become a thing. So yeah, I collect all the bear stamps I can find […]
Rainbow Happy Birthday
I’m so excited for the upcoming Online Card Classes: Rainbow Maker. So I couldn’t resist to make a few rainbow cards to get ready. I used a few stamp sets from Mama Elephant and a die from My Favorite Things. Here the second card: And, of course I couldn’t stop there. So I made another […]
The Handmade Nest — A Glimpse
Have you heard about the Handmade Nest? I had the opportunity to go to the first ever GNO put on by the Handmade Nest last weekend. It was fabulous! The Handmade Nest is an opportunity for bloggers and non-bloggers in Arizona to get together and craft! It was held at the Power Ranch Barn, and […]
Carlsbad Farmer’s Market – A Feast for your Eyes
Do you like fresh fruits and vegetables?! Well today I have quite a treat for you. I am taking you with me on a virtual tour of the Carlsbad Farmer’s Market in California! Ready, here we go. I’ve been visiting San Diego since I was a kid, but I only found out about the AMAZING […]
Botanical Garden at Balboa Park
I have a great little vacation tip for you the next time you are in San Diego. And it’s *free! I love a family-friendly-and-free place to visit while on vacation. It’s the Botanical Gardens at Balboa Park. This amazing garden has so many varieties of plants and flowers…some I’ve never even seen before. Take a […]
Back to School {free} fonts!
I’ve received lots of requests for the fonts I’ve used for my snack parties and back to school treats. So I thought I’d put together a post of some of my favorite Back To School fonts that you can get for free! Just click the links below to find out where to get the fonts: […]
Taste Test Tuesday — Chips for dipping
It’s Taste Test Tuesday! I love this day. And today I am reporting on our taste test for TORTILLA CHIPS. Here are the Tortilla Chip Contestants: 1) Santitas 2) Food Club 3) Doritos 4) Mission 5) Tostitos This was a “blind” taste test. I numbered the bowls for each brand of chips #1-5. Then all […]
Taste Test Tuesday– Chocolate Souffle vs. Chocolate Molten Lava Cake
It’s a great day. Not only is it Taste Test Tuesday, but my Dad is here for a visit! I knew that there needed to be CHOCOLATE for him. And he agreed to be a taste test panelist. (I may have gotten my love for taste tests partially from my Dad…we have been doing taste […]
Hot Pink Breakfast Drink weekly prep (in four easy steps!)
Just look at that pile of veggies! Am I the only one who LOVES to look at vegetables (and fruits)…they are so inspiring and colorful and happy! I love to make veggie juice (Hot Pink Breakfast Drink) each morning, but sometimes my mornings are a little hectic! So, I found a way to prepare every […]
Hi I'm Kari. I'm a creator, a card maker, and a day maker! I am Lucky in love to a supportive husband, blessed to raise 3 kids (all moved away now!), and happy to be watched over by 2 dogs. I originally started this blog to remind me to be happy amid adversity, and I hope it inspires you, too!
