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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Play Area Done
After a few weekends of nice weather we were able to finish baby girl's play area. Building her a special place in the yard has been on my mind since we had her almost two years ago. I wanted a fun and safe place for her to play. Of course she has entire access to the whole yard, but some of the toys got a little annoying dragging around when it was time to mow. So we need to desintate a home for some of the bigger toys (play house and slide).
Here is a before shot of the yard (taken early April, we still had leaves falling). It might look like a small corner of the yard, but it’s actually a nice level area. Most of our yard has a slight incline. This space is perfect for housing something functional and fun.
Now here is the after - our little girls play haven.
The area is really simple. First we pulled/dug up the grass, put down landscaping fabric and edging. Next we added a white picket fence for safety (space is up against edge of yard that drops into a hill) and cuteness factor. Than some wood chips, playhouse, slide, chair and if you look really hard a pink wired flower from our local home and garden store.
She is enjoying the space. Everyday she is out there digging in the wood chips and sometimes throwing them at the cat (poor cat).
One summer project down. Now many many more to go. What have you been working on this summer.
Here is a before shot of the yard (taken early April, we still had leaves falling). It might look like a small corner of the yard, but it’s actually a nice level area. Most of our yard has a slight incline. This space is perfect for housing something functional and fun.
Now here is the after - our little girls play haven.
The area is really simple. First we pulled/dug up the grass, put down landscaping fabric and edging. Next we added a white picket fence for safety (space is up against edge of yard that drops into a hill) and cuteness factor. Than some wood chips, playhouse, slide, chair and if you look really hard a pink wired flower from our local home and garden store.
She is enjoying the space. Everyday she is out there digging in the wood chips and sometimes throwing them at the cat (poor cat).
One summer project down. Now many many more to go. What have you been working on this summer.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
New Play Area for Baby Girl
Long time no see! Life has been crazy busy here. I started a part-time job and still taking care of baby girl (who is a serious toddler now). The weather is FINALLY getting better. But as I write this post, I'm listening to the news and the weatherman says it will be cool and rainy this weekend, of course it is.
Regardless we are ready to start a few outdoor projects. The biggest project I would like to accomplish this summer is creating a define play space for baby girl. While we have a big yard, I don't expect her to stay put in one spot of the yard, but I would like a place destinated for a few of her outdoor toys that are too big to move around.
I created a moodboard so you have an idea of what we plan to do.
We already purchased the slide and playhouse (product list to come soon). My husband is tried of dragging them around when he mows. Therefore we decided it was time to create a space that designated for these items and is safe and pretty (because it has too be pretty) for her to play in.
Stay tune, we plan to start this project in the next few weekends (weather pending). Do you have a special outdoor space for your kiddos? Please share with me by posting a comment with your link or email me at beautifulhaven@gmail.com.
Regardless we are ready to start a few outdoor projects. The biggest project I would like to accomplish this summer is creating a define play space for baby girl. While we have a big yard, I don't expect her to stay put in one spot of the yard, but I would like a place destinated for a few of her outdoor toys that are too big to move around.
I created a moodboard so you have an idea of what we plan to do.
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Stay tune, we plan to start this project in the next few weekends (weather pending). Do you have a special outdoor space for your kiddos? Please share with me by posting a comment with your link or email me at beautifulhaven@gmail.com.
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
New Toy
I'm currently working on a project for my mommy group. We are supposed to create "busy bags" for each kid. A busy bag (for anyone who doesn't know), is a bag that contains activities for the kiddos to keep them busy/entertained.
I'm having a lot of fun with this project, in fact I keep adding more items to my busy bag. Some of my ideas (or most of them) need to be laminated. After some research we ordered the Scothc TL901 Thermal Laminator. I didn't need anything heavy duty, just something for home use. The laminator came on Monday, and it's AWESOME.
The laminator is simple to use and quick.
I'm having a lot of fun with this project, in fact I keep adding more items to my busy bag. Some of my ideas (or most of them) need to be laminated. After some research we ordered the Scothc TL901 Thermal Laminator. I didn't need anything heavy duty, just something for home use. The laminator came on Monday, and it's AWESOME.
The laminator is simple to use and quick.
Five Minutes to Heat Up
39 seconds to run paper through
Laminates items up to 9 inches wide
Two roller system with two temperature settings
Suitable for use with photos
Will laminate pouches up to 5 mil thick (standard card stock)
MOST IMPORTANTLY THIS WAS CHEAP UNDER $30.00
This definitely my favorite new toys. After 15 minutes I was done laminating all my items for my busy bag. I highly recommend this brand.
My meetup is on Saturday to exchange our busy bags, I will post my busy bag on Friday with all the details and PDF's.
What new toys did you get this week?
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
DIY Ombre Artwork
A few weeks ago I found this picture on Pinterest originally from Two Delighted.
This piece is a lot of fun, and seemed like an easy DIY project. I decided to use what I had on hand for a free project (my favorite kind). My first plan was to steal a piece of scrap wood ( I didn't have any canvas) from the garage and paint it white just like the inspiration picture. But I couldn't find the right piece. So I went to plan B and uesd a piece of construction paper.
I found every shade of blue I had of acrylics paints and pour them on my palette or paper plate. I decided on the order from darkest to lightest and even mixed a few custom colors. I didn't want my line perfect and even blended them a little. Also allowed some white to show through.
After drying I put it in an existing frame I had. I'm in love with my new Ombre Artwork. I'm glad I couldn't find a piece of wood to use, because black frame and mat is perfect.
What do you think?
This piece is a lot of fun, and seemed like an easy DIY project. I decided to use what I had on hand for a free project (my favorite kind). My first plan was to steal a piece of scrap wood ( I didn't have any canvas) from the garage and paint it white just like the inspiration picture. But I couldn't find the right piece. So I went to plan B and uesd a piece of construction paper.
I found every shade of blue I had of acrylics paints and pour them on my palette or paper plate. I decided on the order from darkest to lightest and even mixed a few custom colors. I didn't want my line perfect and even blended them a little. Also allowed some white to show through.
After drying I put it in an existing frame I had. I'm in love with my new Ombre Artwork. I'm glad I couldn't find a piece of wood to use, because black frame and mat is perfect.
What do you think?
Quiet Book & Updates
Well hello there.
After a month long hiatus (where has the time gone?!) I'm stopping in for an update. This year hasn't started off so great over here. I have been sick for the past three months (started in December). I have had an Acute Upper Respiratory Infection. I haven't been stuck in bed, but have been low on energy and a general crappy feeling.
I told my husband yesterday that it was the first day in three months that I haven't blown my nose (sorry maybe to much information). But that has been my reality. As soon as I thought I kicked it, I got sick again and really bad this time. I FINALLY think I'm better (keep your fingers and toes crosses for me). I want to get back to life and DIYing, crafting and getting more quality time in with my family.
I realized I never shared the Quiet Book I made for baby girl for Christmas (read about it HERE and HERE). The book is done, thanks to my husband for helping me learn how to use the sewing machine two nights before Christmas. The book is a total of 11 pages and room to add more pages as baby girl grows. Here is a quick board of some of the pages.
A few close ups for you.
It turned out better than I expected. I see many years of her playing with her first quiet book.
Other updates around Beautiful Haven, is a mini-cheap-bathroom update, new furniture pieces, DIY Artwork (Pinterest Inspiration), and potty training adventures. Posts soon.
Bye. Thanks for checking us out.
After a month long hiatus (where has the time gone?!) I'm stopping in for an update. This year hasn't started off so great over here. I have been sick for the past three months (started in December). I have had an Acute Upper Respiratory Infection. I haven't been stuck in bed, but have been low on energy and a general crappy feeling.
I told my husband yesterday that it was the first day in three months that I haven't blown my nose (sorry maybe to much information). But that has been my reality. As soon as I thought I kicked it, I got sick again and really bad this time. I FINALLY think I'm better (keep your fingers and toes crosses for me). I want to get back to life and DIYing, crafting and getting more quality time in with my family.
I realized I never shared the Quiet Book I made for baby girl for Christmas (read about it HERE and HERE). The book is done, thanks to my husband for helping me learn how to use the sewing machine two nights before Christmas. The book is a total of 11 pages and room to add more pages as baby girl grows. Here is a quick board of some of the pages.
A few close ups for you.
It turned out better than I expected. I see many years of her playing with her first quiet book.
Other updates around Beautiful Haven, is a mini-cheap-bathroom update, new furniture pieces, DIY Artwork (Pinterest Inspiration), and potty training adventures. Posts soon.
Bye. Thanks for checking us out.
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Free Decor for V-Day
I really didn't find any Valentines decor that I loved this year in stores and decided to make my own with items I have in the house.
I made a wreath out of scrape paper, construction paper, and an old cereal box. I also found some printable on Pinterest that fit some exiting frames I had.
I love the way it turned out and it was simple project.
Prints can be found HERE and HERE from eighteen25.
Happy Valentines Day!
I made a wreath out of scrape paper, construction paper, and an old cereal box. I also found some printable on Pinterest that fit some exiting frames I had.
I love the way it turned out and it was simple project.
Prints can be found HERE and HERE from eighteen25.
Happy Valentines Day!
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