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  • The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Cross Stitch: Part 1 – Supplies

    Much like knitting, cross stitch is having a resurgence. If you’ve been interested in starting this relaxing and inexpensive hobby but had no idea where to start, look no further! I’m going to teach you everything you need to know to get started. What is Cross Stitch? Cross stitch is a form of needlepoint where… Keep Reading

    The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Cross Stitch: Part 1 – Supplies

  • How I Read Without Going Broke

    Reading can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be! Check out these tips to save money while still reading all the books.

    How I Read Without Going Broke

  • 19 for 2019

    Happy New Year! I can’t believe it’s 2019 already. Like seriously, where did the year go? I feel like 2018 flew by. Anywho, I’m a huge fan of Gretchen Rubin and her podcast Happier. Last year, she and her sister did a spin on New Year’s resolutions. You create a list of 19 things you… Keep Reading

    19 for 2019

Mother’s Day Gift Guides

Say what? Mother's Day Gift Guides? But wasn't Mother's Day yesterday. Yes. Yes it was. I started on these gift guides in plenty enough time, but as any mother of two small kids (or any kids really) will tell you, sometimes life happens, and you miss a deadline. So why not just scrap this post all together? Because I truly think these finds are something that you or your mom will love. Because maybe you didn't get to see your mom on the big day and still have time to get something. Because maybe you want to buy something for yourself. Because I worked hard on these, dammit. (Sorry, that last one was more about me that you.) Some of the items listed below are affiliate links. That means if you make a purchase using one of these links, I may receive a small commission, ... [Read More]

8 Shirts for Your Next Disney Vacation

COVID quarantine is starting to get to all of us, and I'm spending my weeks day dreaming about my next trip to Walt Disney World. Anderson looked at me yesterday and said "I miss Disney World, Mom." Me too, bud. Me too. Too distract myself, I've rounded up 8 of the cutest tshirts that are perfect for your next trip to Disney! (Also perfect for pairing with leggings as you curl up on the couch to watch Onward for the hundredth time. I won't tell if you won't. Promise. šŸ˜‰) I'm ordering all of these ASAP! Which is your favorite? Tell me in the comments! Did you know that I'm a travel agent? I'd love to help you plan your next vacation! Click here to request a no obligation quote. This page contains affiliate links which means I may receive a commission if you ... [Read More]

Nichole Williams Filed Under: Travel

What I Read In March

Boy oh boy, what a month March was! Remember when we thought January was a long month? If you're reading this real time, you know that much of the United States is under a Stay at Home order due to COVID pandemic. My library has closed out of caution, which breaks my heart. But I had also gotten a little behind on my stack of library books, so I'm thankful for the extended due date. This month I read 3 books, which is around average for me. Two were major wins and one was just ok for me. The Garden of Small Beginnings by Abbi Waxman What's this book about? Lilian Garvin, or Lili to anyone who knows her, is a widowed mother of two spunky little girls whom she is raising with the support of her very single sister Rachel. Lili works as an illustrator for a textbook ... [Read More]

Nichole Williams Filed Under: Books

5 Interactive Books for Preschoolers

We read a lot of books in our house, and none are more popular than the ones that allow Anderson to be a part of the story. These interactive are super fun and especially perfect for kiddos who have trouble sitting still during story time. Don't Touch This Book is a dare they can't resist. Anderson loves showing off his moves with From Head to Toe. Chomp! Chomp! Watch your fingers if you're reading Shark Bite! We've never laughed as much as we do when reading Tickle. There's a Monster in Your Book had Anderson very concerned about the little monster's whereabouts. What are interactive books are a hit with your preschooler? Share in the comments! ... [Read More]

Nichole Williams Filed Under: Books, Kids

The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Cross Stitch: Part 1 – Supplies

Much like knitting, cross stitch is having a resurgence. If you've been interested in starting this relaxing and inexpensive hobby but had no idea where to start, look no further! I'm going to teach you everything you need to know to get started. What is Cross Stitch? Cross stitch is a form of needlepoint where X-shaped stitches are applied to a piece of cloth, usually linen or aida. Stitches are sewn in a grid-like pattern to create an overall picture. Basic Supplies Pattern You can purchase a cross stitch patterns at craft stores (usually within a kit) or online or find free patterns online. If you're feeling extra creative, you can design your own pattern using graph paper and colored pencils. Embroidery Floss The thread used in cross stitch is called ... [Read More]

Nichole Williams Filed Under: Crafts

How I Read Without Going Broke

I saw this cartoon floating around the internet a few years ago, and Drew and I decided it definitely described me. But as I've started reading more and more, my book buying habit started causing problems. Not only did I not have room left in my budget to buy other things I wanted, but my bookshelves were overflowing with books. Like books stacked on top of books stacked on top of books. You get the idea. And unless I really, really love a book, I'm probably not going to reread it. So last year I started employing a few different strategies to stop spending so much on books and control the clutter in our house. Borrow Books from the Library One day I was sitting on the couch mid-Netflix binge and thought, somebody should great this for books. Like a service where you pay ... [Read More]

Nichole Williams Filed Under: Articles, Books