NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

A vintage train birthday party

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My baby boy turned three on Memorial Day and to keep all the *feelings* at bay, I went overboard for the birthday party.   *Cough* Again *Cough* I just can’t help myself. The more I crafted, the less time I had to think about how fast time is flying by. So I could keep the sentimentality […]

“Merry and bright” vintage light pillow boxes

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This year, I’m laying low with holiday decorations because … well … 320 square feet doesn’t allow for 12 trees. I didn’t say I’m happy about it. I’m not. It’s a major downsizing effort for the holidays this year. Anyhow, I won’t be doing much – or any – holiday entertaining this year. But that […]

Thanksgiving thumbprint wood tray

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It’s Dare to DIY day, friends! Specifically – it’s Dare to be thankful (the linkup is over at Shift Ctrl Art). You won’t want to miss all the inspiration. (And feel free to link up all your thanksgiving projects today.) This year, I created something with my mom last week while we were visiting. She’s hosting […]

Craft night and upcycled wood signs

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A few things I love: The barn. Entertaining. Friends. Crafting. Barnwood. Paint. Do you see where I’m going with this? Craft night. At the barn. Making upcycled wood signs. Last month, I volunteered to host craft night. At the barn. The thing was, the barn wasn’t even close to being done. Mwahahaha … I’m a crazy, […]

Simple baby shower idea: whale of a tale onesies

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It’s no secret that I believe in the power of a cute onesie. I mean, I believe they may just change the country. Vote personalized baby clothes in the 2014 elections. These are four cutie versions I made for my friend Cindy when she was planning a whale-themed shower. She didn’t even ask me. I […]

Crafting life-changer: How to use print and cut on your Silhouette (and 3d boxes for days)

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My Silhouette Portrait has been getting a workout. In fact, if it were human, it would be in much better shape than yours truly. Like, fighting, marathon-running, Cross Fit Cindy shape. One of my favorite tricks for using the Silhouette is the print and cut feature. It allows you to design something in the Silhouette software, […]