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Christmas Wrapping Ideas & Hacks!

November 14, 2018 By: Majestycomment

So……Christmas will be here SOON! I know, I know….some of you are like, “oh PLEASE don’t talk about Christmas before Thanksgiving!” and others are like “We should have started talking about this in August!” Well, I decided I would go ahead and give you a few ideas about gift wrapping because I know lots of you will have gifts by the day after Thanksgiving!! Apparently, Black Friday has turned into Black November because I’m already getting ads! Any excuse to go shopping works for me!

One video that I found on Pinterest that kind of rocked my world was how to wrap using the diagonal method. Have y’all heard about this? It will save you tons of wrapping paper (which means tons of money spent on wrapping paper), not to mention it might help save your sanity. How many times have you had a piece of wrapping paper and it wasn’t QUITE enough to wrap your gift? If you’re like me, you get irritated (and irritable), and you wad that piece up and cut another piece (or you wad that piece up and pour yourself a glass of wine for all your trouble….). So here’s what to do if that happens. Watch this cool video from a blog called “But First, Coffee:”

Pretty cool, huh? I thought she had some really great ideas! Here are some other cute ideas for wrapping gifts:

How about using candy as bows? This idea is from a blog called happy go lucky

Some of you may say, “Well, that’s a cute idea for kids.” KIDS?! I say for everyone who has a mouth! I LOVE chocolate, and I would LOVE to have a chocolate candy bow on ALL my gifts this year! We can worry about the effects after New Year’s when we make those resolutions for all of 2.7 weeks (what….is that just me?…..)

Here’s another cute idea for smaller packages – and this one might actually be “most” appropriate for kids:

You could also have a larger stuffed animal “holding” a gift!

Another cute idea just uses paper lunch bags. Use a hole punch and ribbon, maybe some decorative scissors to cut the top, and even a stamp for the front (if you like, but I think it’s just as cute without it!) These pictures are really more for wedding favors, but I think they would be adorable as Christmas gifts, too!

Or fold the top over and then do your holes and ribbon!

Finally, it’s always pretty to involve “nature” in your Christmas gift wrap! You can use plain kraft paper! You can get a jumbo roll at Amazon HERE! It’s only $16.99 for 100 feet. Add pine needles, pinecones, holly, mistletoe, flowers, or anything else you can think of using a glue gun and add some twine (get that on Amazon HERE for only $5.99!)

If you like wrapping Christmas gifts, then I hope this post inspires you! If you don’t, then go buy as many cute Christmas gift bags as you can find!

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Till next time!

Super Cute Platter Idea for Christmas Parties!

November 6, 2018 By: Majestycomment

As you’ve probably noticed, I’m all about making it a little “easier” on myself when it comes to…….okay, when it comes to ANYTHING…….but especially anything that relates to “cooking.” I saw this post on Pinterest last year and pinned it in hopes that I would actually remember it THIS year. Well, I didn’t…….UNTIL I saw this exact same Christmas tree platter on sale at TJMaxx.com the other day! Here’s the deal: if you use this Christmas tree platter, your “stuff” stays in the shape of a Christmas tree! You can use cheeses, meats, veggies, or fruits like this!

There are also lots of other things you could use – be creative – use your imagination! If you don’t HAVE an imagination, or….if you don’t have time to use it,…… then search Pinterest or Google for more ideas! I think this would be really cute (and EASY!) to take to a Christmas party or family gathering this holiday season.

So here’s the cool part (that made me remember this pin!). As I was scrolling TJMaxx online (which I do ~~rarely~~, ~~sometimes,~~ OKAY! REALLY OFTEN!,) I saw this platter on sale for only $6.99! Here’s the link: Christmas Tree Platter

This is less than anywhere else I’ve found it! It’s actually $14.33 on Amazon (click here) and $13.33 on Walmart (click here)! So, if you think you might use this idea, order from TJMaxx.com soon (they run out of stuff fast sometimes). THAT’S why I check it every ~~month~~, ~~week~~….OKAY…..ALMOST EVERY DAY. I call it “research” for this blog – sounds pretty legit, right?

If you like the idea, but you’d like to use a platter that’s a little cuter (but also a little more expensive), Walmart.com has these options, too. They’re all right around $12.00 each:

Snowman:

Polar Bear:

Red Christmas Tree:

Hope you like this idea! If not, then maybe you’ll like the next one! I’ll keep trying! Please subscribe if you don’t want to miss any great ideas or sales, and share it with your friends and family! Thanks, Everyone!

Awesome IKEA Hacks!

February 25, 2016 By: Majesty2 Comments

Do you know about IKEA? Well, I’m kind of ashamed to admit this, BUT…..I’ve never actually shopped in an IKEA store! I’ve only shopped online! I’ve heard SO many great things about IKEA, though, that I decided to do some research and came across these truly great (cute!) “hacks” using IKEA (inexpensive!) products! These aren’t MY ideas (although I wish I could claim all of them – just cute stuff I found) Check ’em out!!

This stepstool is only $14.99! (click on pic to link to product on IKEA website), and you can easily use a can of spray paint to turn it into a pretty nightstand or a cute kid’s table!

What about this plastic bag dispenser that hangs on the wall for $1.99 (Yes! $1.99!):

used as a wrapping paper container:

This Fintorp rail (don’t ask me where that name came from…..I don’t know….) is only $9.99 and you buy these hooks for $2.99 for 5, and this basket for $10.99:

And then you have this super cute “organizing” area for lots of different things:

These lanterns are only $14.99 each

Which – in addition to being beautiful lanterns, could also be used as an indoor terrarium. In fact, you can put just about anything inside a lantern, and it will look awesome! You know, I’ve found so many cute uses for lanterns while I was researching, I may have to dedicate an entire post to “lantern decor!”

This cute little 3 drawer chest from IKEA is only $79.99, and look how cute it is with paint, on rollers, and decorative handles!

Finally, this little picture ledge comes in black and white for only $9.99:

And look how cute it is as a bathroom shelf!

Or to hold children’s books:

or even ribbon!

There are SO many cute things at www.ikea.com for such great prices! Use your imagination and let me know about YOUR hack with an IKEA product!

Till next time!

Shower Curtain Pictures?!

February 9, 2016 By: Majesty16 Comments

I am now working in an office four days a week (almost like a “real” person). I have my own office which I haven’t had in years, and it’s a little ridiculous how excited I am about that! So, of course, I needed to “decorate” it! I wanted some really cute wall art that wouldn’t be too expensive. I had seen some ideas on Pinterest that inspired this idea. I found a fabric shower curtain at Wal-Mart with a pattern that I loved. Here it is, and you can click on the picture to link to it on Walmart.com – it’s only $19.88!

Next, I bought a couple of stretched canvases in size 24″ x 30″ like this. Click on the picture to link to a 2 pack at Walmart.com for $14.97.

After that, I worked REALLY hard (telling my husband what to do). It almost seemed like no work at all for me………..hmm………..

We laid the canvases out on the shower curtain and cut the curtain in a way that the part of the pattern on the shower curtain I liked best would be centered on the canvases, and then used a staple gun to attach the fabric to the back of the canvases like this:

My hubby had that staple gun going so fast, it was a complete BLUR! (Just kidding…..I’m just really bad at taking “action shots”….even really, really, slow ones.)

So now, this is what my new office looks like with my shower curtain pictures! Pretty cute….and, also, pretty inexpensive!!

Here are some other inspirational pictures I found on Pinterest:

This is another (larger) canvas board covered in fabric:

And this is also fabric that has been matted and framed. Considering all of the beautiful pieces of fabric out there, this would be an easy project, and you could match any room in your home!

This pinner said that these are actually fabric napkins!

And this is fabric covering 4′ x 8′ feet foam insulation boards from Home Depot! Click HERE for the link – they’re $19.98 each for 2″ thick ones!

Hope you enjoyed this post! Please subscribe and share with friends so you don’t miss any “really cute” ideas or shopping finds!! Till next time!

Valentine’s Day Cuteness!

February 3, 2016 By: Majesty3 Comments

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and there’s always fun stuff to do and buy (eat chocolate….buy chocolate)….okay – MORE than just chocolate! (Although I don’t really “need” much more than that.) But here are a few fun, CUTE things for you to check out!

First – if you need a cute teacher’s, co-worker’s, friend’s gift, etc. – these are pretty darn cute! Click on the picture to link to how to make them!

If you need a cute shirt, you’re single, and you love your dog, how about this one for only $13.99 from Etsy? Click on pic for link. Unfortunately, you can’t pick a breed, but how cute is this?!

If you need door decor or a garden flag for Valentine’s Day, I LOVE this girl’s stuff on Etsy! (I’ve already ordered two garden flags-her work is excellent!) Her shop is called Ashley Nichole Designs.

If you want to take a really cute picture of your kids and send to relatives, this pose is pretty adorable:

And if you’re like me, and you don’t want to cut out 53 red hearts from construction paper – remember – you can purchase that kind of thing!

And of course there are always Valentine’s Day TREATS like these cute Hershey’s Kiss cookies:

What “I” would do is purchase pre-made sugar cookie dough. Then you can use a heart-shaped cookie cutter and try to straighten out the curved edges – OR – you can purchase a cheap metal cookie cutter and flatten the heart side before cutting any – OR – you could try to find a triangular shaped cookie cutter. Then – this is the BEST PART – while the cookies are baking, you need to EAT A BUNCH OF HERSHEY KISSES AND SAVE THE LITTLE BANNERS. Okay, the recipe didn’t actually “say” that, but I think that makes a lot more sense than melting the chocolate down and using it for another recipe…..I mean, c’mon……..So after you’ve eaten the kisses, you ice the cookies and use matching sprinkles and place the banner in the icing at the top. Ta-da! Who doesn’t love a “kiss” for Valentine’s Day?!

I also really love how these gourmet apples look! They’re made by BigBearChocolates on Etsy. They’re kind of expensive, but imagine how much time goes into making these things!!

Finally, if you need to give your hubby an idea for a Valentine’s Day gift (Is there someone who doesn’t? If so, just know that I’m jealous), this necklace is really pretty! It’s only $24.00 and is available in gold or silver. The couple pillowcases are $29.99 and are pretty darn adorable! This sweet bear with a personalized sweater is marked down from $30.95 to $24.75 and is a great gift for anyone! And the 4 x 6 personalized wood frame is reduced from $24.95 to $17.45 (8 x 10 available on sale for $34.95.) The sale may end soon so HURRY!!

Hope you’ve enjoyed this Valentine’s Day post, and I hope you all have a

July 4th Fun!

June 22, 2015 By: Majestycomment

July 4th will be here soon, and if you don’t celebrate it…..well….you SHOULD! Because there are all kinds of cute merchandise, ideas, and food out there just waiting to be bought, used, and eaten! For all fun stuff, click on pictures for direct links!

For starters, these purses from TJMaxx are super cute:

Straw bucket $34.99 Flag purse $29.99 Red, white, & blue clutch $29.99

The flag purse description says “Almost Gone,” so hurry if you want it!!

Unfortunately, I don’t have small children anymore (NEVER had cute little girls to dress up!), but if I DID, I might purchase THIS cute outfit for July 4th:

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July 4th Toddler Girl Outfit – Was $51.00 on sale for $35.99 (Available in sizes for baby girls, little girls, and big girls!)

Here’s a cute top for “us” girls (nope, doesn’t matter how old we are…..):

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Chevron monogrammed flag tank on Etsy – toddler – adult sizes – $15.00 – $23.00

Here’s a really fun wine goblet from Pier1.com:

These are $9.95, but order fast if you want them delivered – last day for July 4th delivery is June 25th – after that, check for free store pick up (Looks like that’s NOT available for my Tallahassee subscribers!)

If you like birdhouses, this one is pretty darn cute from Wayfair.com:

It’s $34.99, but you would probably have it for a long time, and it would look really cute inside or outside!

SteinMart is having an AWESOME 30% off “Stars and Stripes” sale on everything from tops for men and women to scarves, bowties, ties, hats for men and women, jewelry, purses, and MORE – Click HERE for cute patriotic merchandise like this:

I was personally looking for a cute garden flag for July 4th, and these two were my favorites:

So if you have little ones, here’s a good idea to protect their hands if they want to do sparklers – Poke the bottom of the sparkler through the bottom of a solo cup! Ta – Da!! No burned fingers or tears on July 4th!

Need a cool craft idea? How about this tie dye t-shirt? Fun for all ages!

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WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

– Tulip One Step Tie Dye in red and royal blue (Here’s a link for a one step five color kit that includes these colors from Amazon: CLICK HERE!)

– Tulip Dye Zip Ties – Here’s a link for that – HERE – but I think any zip ties would work – in fact, I think rubber bands would work, too!)
– Tulip Surface Cover (Link HERE, but – again – I think most anything would work!)
– 100% white cotton shirt
– Pliers

WHAT YOU DO:

1. Wet or dampen your cotton t-shirt; wring out any excess water.

2. Lay shirt on surface cover. Cinch the shirt into three different sections and use pliers to pull zip ties tightly on bottom and top section as shown above.

3. Mix Tulip Tie Dyes and shake well. Squeeze red dye and saturate top part of shirt. Squeeze dye about a half inch from the cinched zip tie. The dye does bleed and will seep to this section eventually. Do the same with the blue dye at bottom. Also make sure to turn over and make sure you get all areas on the other side of the shirt.

4. Roll and wrap in Tulip Surface Cover and let sit 6-8 hours.

5. Rinse under faucet to remove excess dye. Rinse until water runs clear.

6. Leave ties on shirt and machine wash in large load setting.

7. After washing, remove ties. Machine dry.

Now, what about some really cute July 4th treats? Check these out!

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All you do is put Oreos on a stick, dip them in melted white chocolate, and roll them in patriotic sprinkles! So cute and easy!

For this cake, all you need to do is make a regular rectangular cake – or a pan of brownies – spread vanilla frosting on the top, and decorate with red, white, and blue M&Ms! (You’ll probably need two bags…..or – if you’re like me, and you need to sample “a few” while you decorate……you might need seventeen bags…..HEY! DON’T JUDGE!)

Lastly, if you want to decorate your home for July 4th, here are some red, white, and blue lights:

Lillian Vernon also has some really cute home decor products like these:

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Here are some adorable tablescapes for July 4th:

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There are just so many cute July 4th ideas and so much cute merchandise, I can’t stand it! I hope this post has given you some ideas! Are you looking for something specific for your July 4th celebration? If you can’t find it, let me know – maybe I can help!

Don’t forget to subscribe! Every new subscriber helps me get closer to getting paid for providing these fun ideas! Thanks for your help! Until next time!

Vinyl Flooring That Looks Like Wood!

March 27, 2015 By: Majesty2 Comments

So I saw this on Pinterest, and it comes from another blog called agracefull-life.com – check out her awesome blog and this great idea if your money’s tight, but you want an upscale look (That describes probably almost everyone except maybe the Kardashians…..) I am seriously considering trying this in my own master bath, although it will be ~difficult~ to let go of the green marble-look vinyl tile that’s occupying that space now (yes….green…..marble…..vinyl). I thought if I waited long enough, it would come back in style……..I’m thinking now that’s probably a little “iffy”…..