DIY CHORE BOARD 10.9.14

Hey guys, it’s me, that girl katie, I recently became a little obsessed with the idea of a chore board for my kids and the more I talked about it the more excited they got about it.

So, I did some research and really liked this chore board. But if I was going to make one I wanted to make sure it was something that would work in my family. So, I needed to tweak Sarah’s amazing design a little to fit my family’s needs.

My Chore Board requirements: 1. Conveniently located – it’s in our kitchen 2. A reward system that was visual and not about money 3. Easy to update and make changes

Chore Board Steps:

1. Buy Supplies 2. Attach molding – Glue + Nail 3. Chalk & Sand Corners 4. Prime – Frame + White Boards 5. Paint Frame 6. Varnish Frame 7. Paint White Boards 8. Print Font + Chore Graph 9. Add Font + Chore Graph 10. Hammer Boards In Frame 11. Add hooks + Paint Cans 12. Add Stones

Supplies:

- Plywood - Frame Molding - Wood Glue - 3 boards - Primer - Paint (Regular Paint + Dry Erase Paint) - Clear Semi Gloss Varnish - Small nails (for molding) - Finishing Nails (for white boards) - Hanging Material - 6 Mini Paint Containers - Vinyl Font & Chore Graph - Stones - Popsicles Sticks + Sharpie Pen (for extra chores + rewards) - Dry Erase Pens - Cricut Explore

Chore Board Rules:

All 4 chores must be completed per day to get to 2 stones. If you act poorly a stone is taken away. Extra stones can be earned by doing the extra chores. Once the bucket is full then a reward can be chosen.

I am sure the rules will be tweaked over time.

Tips:

- If you live near a Home Depot have them cut all your pieces to size. You will save a lot of time - I wet sanded a few times in between coats of the Dry Erase Paint - I painted at least 6-8 coats of the Dry Erase

Please Note - I am not sure how the Dry Erase will hold up over time because this is the 1st time I am using their product

Source: - Font - Paint Buckets - Chore Board Graph

Do you have a chore board or something similar for your kids? Since every family is different I would love to hear what works in your house.

VASE + CANDLE KOOZIES - 9.19.14

Hi guys, it’s me, that girl katie, This is another Cricut Design Space Star challenge project post.

My team, Lucky #13 decided on a floral theme. I have always wanted to try making paper flowers but since Lia Griffith has beautifully mastered it, I thought I would try something else. I did make her Hydrangeas to style with my vase and candles.

I had 3 goals for this project:

1. Become better educated with the Cricut Explore 2. Incorporate patterns 3. Involve my kids

Supplies List:

- Cricut Explore - Vases or Candles - Card Stock Paper - Contact Paper - Tape - Pens + Colored Pencils

Again, please meet my team, Lucky #13

I hope you have time to checkout the designs these talented ladies produced this month.

1. the sweet escape Floral Cake Topper 2. east coast creative blog Photo Backdrop 3. andreas notebook Floral Pinwheel 4. sew creative blog Paper Bridal Bouquet 5. pars caeli Flower Lights 6. petit a petit and family Birthday Kit 7. suburban bitches Floral Chandelier 8. pretty providence Simple Elegant Thank You Cards 9. the sweet escape Wedding Cake Topper 10. that girl katie Vases + Candle Koozies 11. sew creative blog Flower Girl Barrettes 12. simply sadie jane Flower Stamped Cake and Flower Party Hats

P.S. Cricut has just announced the second phase of the Cricut – I MADE IT contest and this time they’re awarding one winner their own project line to be sold in Cricut Design Space as well as featured on Cricut.

I was compensated with a Cricut Explore but all projects, ideas and opinions are all mine! Thanks to Cricut for hosting the Cricut Design Space Star!

Stay tuned for more projects from Team Lucky #13 during Cricut Design Space Star.

CHOOSE HAPPINESS WITH CRICUT – 8.21.14

Hey guys, it’s me, that girl katie, I received my awesome Circut machine last week and ended up with 1 evening to learn how it worked + create my design for the Cricut Design Star Challenge before leaving town.

While I worked during a hot August evening, I had images of Jane Fonda in the movie, Working 9-5 during the copier scene where she created a paper explosion. By 1am my office looked something like that movie scene.

This months challenge subject was fashion/gear and the team I am apart of "Lucky #13" decided on the theme "Gold Is The New Black".

I created the CHOOSE HAPPINESS ribbon.

This year I learned the simple yet complex lesson that happiness is a choice & I am trying very hard to choose happiness! Some days are easier than others.

For this months challenge I wanted to produce an item that could be worn while promoting a conversation, “What makes you happy?”

Here are a few responses to the question.

While my design is super basic it’s an example of what the Circut can produce and how it can help make a difference in someone’s day.

I am excited to forge ahead with my Cricut Design Star Challenge creating original items to share with you all.

Meet my team "Lucky #13".

If you have time I hope you will consider checking out their awesome designs.

1. Andrea- andreas notebook 2. Celina- petit a petit and family 3. Erin & Tricia-suburban bitches 4. Monica & Jess- east coast creative blog 5. Jessica & Sarah- pretty providence 6. M.J.- pars caeli 7. Sadie Jane- simply sadie jane 8. Crystal-sew creative blog 9. Melissa-the sweet escape

In the future I will have more detailed posts on how the Circut works but for now I have one tip. Avoid using construction paper because it will leave a film residue on the mat.

Until next time, what makes you happy?

P.S. I was compensated with a machine but all projects, ideas and opinions are all mine! Thanks to Cricut for hosting the Cricut Design Space Star!

CRICUT - 8.11.14

Hi guys, it’s me, that girl katie, I had on my to do list to buy a Circut and then I was approached by them to participate in a blogger link up contest. I was so shocked that anyone else besides family and friends were actually reading my blog. I became so excited to collaborate with other creative minds. For me, this couldn't of come at a better time.

Crystal-sew creative blogMelissa-the sweet escapeErin & Tricia-suburban bitchesM.J.- pars caeliAndrea- andreas notebookJessica & Sarah- pretty providenceCelina- petit a petit and familyMonica & Jess-(Diana) east coast creative blogSadie Jane- simply sadie janeKatie- that girl katie

So here is the 411 on the contest. As a team each month we will come up with a theme and then individually produce a product using the amazing Circut. And then every blog will post their creation. Pretty cool right?

I hope you will follow along and watch the amazing talent from Cricut Team, LUCKY 13. Chances are you will get inspired and want to get your "Cricut on" by purchasing your own Circut.

To get you excited to follow along here are a few Cricut made samples that you can view at Circut.

Cricut ideas are very unique and will add that extra spice to a party, a gift or your day. 

DIY. Barrel Stool - 8.5.14

Hi guys, it's me, that girl katie, We made some additions to our porch this summer which I will reveal later but one project I accomplished last week was turning 2 barrels into 2 extra seats for our long rustic outdoor table.

This was my 1st upholstery job too.

BarrelStool_beforeafter

Here are my 9 steps.

I can also stash away items inside the barrel. Gotta love pieces that are both useful and functional.

Source List: Metal Barrel

I hope you all are having a great summer.