August Crafting Kit – Lucky!

I am so in love with our August kit, Lucky!, and all of its great colors and textures. Carta Bella paper is one of my faves because I love the texture and the matte–almost a watercolor paper quality to it. This kit includes a full collection pack of Carta Bella paper, matching dimensional stickers, and
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DIY Summer Burlap Table Cloth – A Designer Crafts Connection Blog Hop

This product has been provided by Designer Crafts Connection and its advertiser, BurlapFabric.com. All opinions are mine alone. Some of the links included in this post are affiliate links from which I make a small commission if you make a purchase.  Burlap is so “in” in home decor right now, from ruffled drapes to table runners, pillows,
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10 Summer Crafts To Do With Your Kids

You’re totally unprepared for summer – don’t worry, we got ya covered! For the last two years my kids have spent the summer with their grandmother in North Carolina. Woohooo!! Party time for the parents!!! Right? Well, party time is over – this year they are staying with us in California. Actually, I am pretty
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Make It a Movie Night In with Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit Blu-Ray Special Combo Pack

I am a member of the Collective BiasĀ®  Social FabricĀ® Community.  This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its advertiser. #JackRyanBluRay #CollectiveBias #shop.  We’re all about the Southern California lifestyle and that means summer is a big time for movies! When it’s super hot here in
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Summertime Road Trips – 10 Ideas for Making Your Next Road Trip Memorable

Do you have a road trip planned this summer? I love scrapbooking but on trips, I start to forget the details and the days meld together. Here are some great ideas for journaling and remembering your summertime road trips for years to come: 1. Get a journal or smashbook to “scrap as you go”. I
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Islands For the Summer – More Than Burgers!

A couple of days ago, I was invited with the So Cal Lady Bloggers to sample Islands Restaurants new Summer menu! We were treated to a feast! When I think of Islands, I think “Burgers”. But Islands is Burgers and so much more. Delicious appetizers, sides from around the globe, and scrumptious salads are available as
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