Calling All Sleepyheads

Decoupage Lockers

2012-01-28T16:10:00.000-06:00

Here's my before and after for our lockers. Just scrap book paper, a little spray adhesive and Mod Podge over the top. Slowly but surely I'm determined to get organized in 2012.

Fun DYI Birthday invites

2012-01-28T06:00:00.000-06:00

I know I've slacked off on posts through the fall and holidays, but it's such a busy time of the year for us. Even though I may not post, I'm still busy crafting. I had seen Kathy's Valentine's Day Card post over at Art Projects for Kids, and it reminded me that I needed to share our Birthday invites we created this year. I normally do a crafted invite; mainly because I'm cheap, and

Decorate with Children's Art

2012-01-26T08:14:00.000-06:00

I know I teach art to children, but even if I didn't, I know I would still think art work created by kids is some of the cutest around. Especially when it comes to finding art to decorate a child's space. We've done some room updates this year. You know... they are getting older, outgrowing the princess pink and wanting to make their room THEIR own. Both my girls wanted to paint

Christmas Craft Recap

2012-01-03T17:00:00.002-06:00

I know it's mid January and everyone has moved on from the holidays, but since I didn't post this year during the Christmas season, I thought I'd recap some of the creative things our family did over the break. I decided this year to slow down our pace around the holidays so we could enjoy doing the things that are important to us as a family. I stayed off the computer, and I also

Thank You to my top referral blog friends!

2012-01-03T16:51:00.003-06:00

I just had to take a minute and thank the top three sites that have sent so many readers my way in 2011, not to mention that their blogs are some of my favorites too! (Click on the logo for a direct link) Thank you Donna! Funky Junk interiors has been a favorite of mine for a long time! Donna has so many cool and unique decorating ideas, and a great link up party on Saturday nights.

Recycled Gift Basket

2011-11-09T16:17:00.000-06:00

It's been awhile since I've posted, I know.... fall is such a busy time; school, football, kids activities. I've also been teaching two weekly art classes, in addition to painting workshops, and trying to paint some myself. This is the first craft I've done in awhile. If you follow my blog, you know I love to recycle. I had a friend who had some heart surgery last week and I wanted to bring

Drawing and Painting Pumpkins

2011-10-08T09:51:00.000-05:00

Yes, I teach art. But, as a parent, art is a great way to spend time with your child, and make some cute art for your home. Here's a lesson I did with a class this week, but YOU could easily create these with your kids. Just have fun with it, and you will end up with some great art for the fall season. Add your own personal touches, like words, patterns and color schemes. First, I teach

It's Football Season...Show Your Spirit!

2011-09-15T16:28:00.001-05:00

The weather is beautiful this week and it finally "feels" like football season! Here's a super easy craft to show your school spirit. I hosted an informal craft day a couple of Saturdays ago at my house with some really fun, creative friends. I had a blast crafting with Amanda from My Heart's Desire, Melony from Cleverly Creative Girl and Kennita from Random.Acts.Of.KINDness. Even

Art by Stacy Spangler at Scallion's Restaurant

2011-09-01T14:05:00.001-05:00

I'm forever thankful to Rachael Crosby at Scallions Restaurant here in Little Rock for allowing me to display my artwork for the first time ever! I was so nervous about asking, but I finally got up the nerve. I have 14 pieces on display, and the most wonderful part is that almost all of them have scripture in them somewhere! I'm praying that His Word will speak to all those that see!

Baked Eggplant and an update

2011-08-20T11:13:00.001-05:00

Well, summer is over and kids are back in school. I think I checked out blog-wise back in June, but I have been busy creating! Mostly in the kitchen and my art studio; not a whole lot of crafting. I wanted to share one of our favorite healthy recipes-baked eggplant and ranch (read on) with you. My kids actually love it and it's good for them! And as my summer goes, I was really busy teaching

Getting ready for camp part 2-Packing tips

2011-06-26T23:53:00.000-05:00

Is camp a part of your summer for your kids? It can be overwhelming-purchasing everything and then packing it all. If you missed my post last week on painting your own trunk or footlocker, read about it HERE. Last year I received the best packing list compiled by an experienced mom who had obviously packed many a camper. Just thought I'd share some of my favorite tips with you. Favorite tip #1

Easy Burlap Patriotic Door Decor Tutorial

2011-06-12T06:00:00.006-05:00

If you've followed me for awhile, you know that I can't sew. I wish I could! I wish I had the time and patience to learn, but for now, a good stapler and Fabri-Tac are my best friends! I was in Hobby Lobby the other day and my oldest commented that we need to buy some sort of decoration for our front door for the Fourth of July. Surprised that she has not yet developed her DYI brain, I suggested

Getting Ready for Summer Camp- Paint Your Own Footlockers!

2011-06-10T06:00:00.018-05:00

I've started pulling out camp gear from the attic to get my oldest ready for her summer camp. Last year was our first year, and I was so crazy trying to make sure I had all my bases covered, I never even posted on it. I thought "Getting Ready for Summer Camp" would be a great mini series to post about as I pull it all together this year. And hopefully I'll get some suggestions from my readers

Welcome Summer with a Frozen Chocolate Pie

2011-06-06T15:59:00.002-05:00

Since I've been such a terrible blogger lately, I thought I'd share one of my favorite dessert recipes that will be a great way to kick off your summer. It's delicious, quick and easy to make, and only has a few ingredients. I know, I feel guilty posting when I don't have more to share or say, but summer has kicked in, the kids are all home, and I started teaching my art classes last week. I

Fun and Easy Decoupage Frames Tutorial

2011-05-11T08:17:00.015-05:00

I would have loved to have posted this in time for Mother's Day because it would have been a great gift idea, but my schedule has been crazy. Now, you can file it away for next Mother's Day. Here's a quick tutorial on how I made some cute, inexpensive frames for my home and for gifts. Purchase an inexpensive wooden craft frame-I got all mine at Michaels.Paint your edges with acrylic paint to

Happy Spring!!!

2011-04-26T19:39:00.008-05:00

My last post prompted many questions about "Mama Dove." So sad to report that we never saw Daddy Dove come home, and soon after, Mama Dove left too. I couldn't ever muster up the courage to climb up into the tree to see what became of her young; I decided I'd rather not know. I have seen a new mama bird though in and out of the tree here recently, but she is no where near as faithful to her roost

Broken Hearted

2011-03-09T09:06:00.006-06:00

A couple of weeks ago, our family was blessed to discover that a pair of doves were building a nest in the tree right outside our dining room window. We have had so much fun watching this process. My girls jump out of bed each morning to check on them first thing. We've taken pictures of the two love birds, happily building their home together. My cat even sits and watches them throughout the day

What Are You Passionate About?

2011-03-01T09:54:00.038-06:00

If you've followed my blog before, you know I'm passionate about anything creative! But, crafting aside, there's something I'm more passionate about, and I'm compelled to share it every now and then...it's how Jesus is changing my life. So here's my Jesus plug from a parenting perspective. I'll start by saying right up front that I am not a parenting expert, and I surely don't have it all

Salt Dough Charms

2011-02-16T18:50:00.012-06:00

Snow, snow and more snow. How much snow have you had lately? We had around 7 or 8 inches last week where I live. We are finally thawing out now and have had beautiful spring like weather all week! My kids were tired of playing in the snow this last round, so we spent some time crafting. I saw the cutest salt dough necklaces over at Smile Monsters and had to give them a try. We make salt dough

Easy, delicious, non rising cinnamon rolls

2011-02-05T20:56:00.002-06:00

Yummy Cinnamon Rolls (recipe without yeast)Try fixing these easy cinnamon rolls for your kids as an afternoon snack. I got this recipe from www.momswhothink.com and tried it out. Believe me when I say it was sooo simple. . . I don't bake much, especially from scratch, but these will now be a regular at my house. I didn't have buttermilk on hand, so I used regular milk and mine turned out fine. So

Valentine Box

2011-02-04T18:22:00.033-06:00

We had another snow day today. Funny thing is, school was cancelled at 7:30 this morning when there was zero snow on the ground, and it didn't start snowing until around 10 a.m. So...what's a better way than to spend the day than crafting with my kiddos. My youngest wanted to make her Valentine's box for her school party. Normally, we forget to make one until the night before, so I give them a

Valentine Fortune Tellers

2011-02-01T18:19:00.031-06:00

I love the simple things in life. I love the bonding time with my kids when we can craft, color, or draw, and we don't have to make a special trip to the store to buy something to entertain ourselves. I had a great time the other day making Valentine Fortune Tellers with my little ones. You should already have everything you need to make these: paper, scissors, markers and crayons. I made these

Cute Valentine Door Decor

2011-01-27T22:04:00.013-06:00

I love my friend Amanda's blog; My Heart's Desire. She has fabulous recipes, cute kids, and does a wonderful job of sharing her heart-plus she's a really sweet person : ) I just had to show you the adorable Valentine's Heart she made for her doors. It reminded me of a pumpkin door decor tutorial I did last year, and I had every intention at the time to make one for every holiday-Easter eggs,

Training My Children To Serve Others

2011-01-12T01:04:00.022-06:00

"From the lips of children and infants you have ordained praise." Psalm 8:2Today is a very special day for God! And for me too! I have been so blessed over the past three years to be connected with a group of families that are constantly pursuing the call to help those in need and instill service into the hearts of their children. They do more than just "tell" their children to love their

Easy and Delicious White Chicken Chili

2011-01-11T19:11:00.003-06:00

Easy and Delicious White Chicken Chili RecipeMy home has had a revolving door the past two days as we were covered with about 5 inches of snow. Our routine the past two days has been; drag out clothes; dress; go outside; come back in; dry clothes; drink hot chocolate; eat; re dress; outside again. Does that sound familiar to anyone else? I put my favorite White Chicken Chili recipe (from my mom)