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Chapter 45: Living, laughing, and thriving! Here’s to another year of adventures, growth, and making memories that last a lifetime. Let the celebrations begin! 🥂 #thisis45 #birthdayqueen #cheerstome
HOW TO // DIY Pottery Barn Pumpkin 🎃 I’ve b HOW TO // DIY Pottery Barn Pumpkin 🎃 

I’ve been wanting to make one of these terracotta dupe pumpkins for forever and when I found this gloriously big jack-o-lantern at JoAnn on sale, I knew it was time.

It was super easy to do! I mixed a variety of paint colors until I was happy with the outcome.🎨

Then poured in some baking soda (measure with your heart) to give it a thicker consistency. 

Finally, I dusted more baking soda on the top. I tried a makeup brush to spread it out, but honestly, was easier to do by hand. 👋🏻

Save this post so you can try this out, even if you have to wait until next year. 😉

#potterybarnpumpkin #potterybarnstyle #fall #pumpkinseason #pumpkindecor #jackolantern #homedecor #seasonaldecor
Ask your father. 👻 #viralmemes #halloweenspiri Ask your father. 👻

#viralmemes #halloweenspirit #trickortreat #spookyseason #catmemes #funnycats #witchvibes #parentinghacks #momlifebelike #parentproblems #parenthoodunplugged
In case you missed it… ⬇️ We transformed ou In case you missed it… ⬇️

We transformed our dingy basement into a fun, functional family gym space! 🏋️‍♂️🏡✨

From fresh white walls to sleek new flooring, we tackled it all with a little DIY magic and some amazing finds from @loweshomeimprovement!

This project has completely changed the way we use this space, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. 

Whether it’s cardio, strength training, playing, or just a little dancing, this gym works for everyone in the family! 🙌

Here’s what we did:
🤍 Brightened the walls & ceiling with Sherwin Williams Pure White
🖤 Added a bold Tricorn Black accent wall
🤎 Installed gorgeous Florian Oak laminate flooring
🩶Put up large mirrors (so ready for those workout moves!)

Shop all the products we used via my affiliate links in bio!

#LowesPartner #LowesProject #affiliatelink 

#homeimprovement #diyprojects #basementgym #finishedbasement #homemakeover #homegym #diy
🕯️ WARNING: Deliciously spooky, you might not 🕯️ WARNING: Deliciously spooky, you might not survive the first bite! 🕯️

Inspired by @ghoul.at.heart 

🖤 Get ready to scare up some fun in the kitchen with this hauntingly good twist on Italian pasta salad! 

Complete with mozzarella skulls that look like they’ve risen from the grave, this dish is perfect for your next spooky gathering—or just a fun night in! 🎃

👻 Ingredients: 
- Black Pasta
- Girad’s Champagne Dressing
- Smoked Sausage
- Green Bell Pepper
- Red Bell Pepper
- Red Onion
- Creepy-Cool Mozzarella Skulls (use fresh mozzarella balls or mozzarella sticks)
- Balsamic Vinegar (optional for color)

🧄 Step-by-step: Dice everything. Melt mozzarella in molds at 350° for a 8 minutes. Boil pasta - drain & rinse. Toss together. 

The gory details of crafting this devilishly delicious meal are waiting for you in the video above! 

Perfect for a ghostly date night or to wow your Halloween guests. 🍝💀

Save this recipe, tag a friend who’d love to make it, and let’s get cooking... if you dare! 👀🔥

Black pasta & molds - Halloween Kitchen 🔗 in bio

#halloweenfood #spookyscaryskeletons #skull #skulls #halloweenrecipes #pastasalad
Welcome to the fam 💀💀💀 4 new Skelly’s Welcome to the fam 💀💀💀

4 new Skelly’s joined our household just in time for fall.

#halloweendecor #halloweendecorations #showusyourskelly #skeleton #skeletons #halloween #hauntedhouse #dinnerparty
In my DIY era. AGAIN. 🛠️🏡 That’s right. In my DIY era. AGAIN. 🛠️🏡

That’s right. 

It’s been a hot minute since we’ve done a fun project and we are currently partnering with @loweshomimprovement to give our dingy basement gym a makeover! #lowespartner #lowesproject 

We wanted to transform this unfinished space into a multifunctional family gym area that we can all use and benefit from.👟

Plus, I’m big on aesthetics, so I wanted something functional AND pretty. 💅🏻

Working within our budget, we plan to:

🤍 Brighten walls/ceiling with a fresh coat of Sherwin Williams Pure White paint

🤍 Paint the back wall w/ Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black to allow the pipes, battle rope, & tv to blend in

🤍 Install new Style Selections Florian Oak Wood Plank Laminate flooring

🤍 Add large wall mirrors (the dancer in me is soooo excited 🩰)

🤍 Build-in our freestanding sauna

All product #affiliatelinks in bio.

We have started the process by using our HomeRight Paint Sprayer, which has been a bit tedious, but much easier and quicker than rolling the paint on.

Can’t wait to share more with you!

#homedecor #diy #homemakeover #homegym
📌SAVE THIS HOLIDAY STORAGE HACK! 📌 #ad #low 📌SAVE THIS HOLIDAY STORAGE HACK! 📌
 #ad #lowespartner

I know I’m not the only parent who struggles to keep my kids’ Christmas gifts hidden until I can wrap them. This year I’ve partnered with Lowe’s to show you how to use your holiday storage in an unexpected way!

Head to @loweshomeimprovement and grab:

Holiday Living Green & Red Heavy Duty Totes
🎄🎄🎄

And while you are doing that, check out #Lowes25DaysofDeals happening through 12/24 for your holiday home needs. I grabbed new storage totes for our holiday decor, but now they work double duty. 🎁

To shop Lowe’s 25 Days of Deals online click the link in my bio. All promos end 12/24.

Like & share this post w/ a parent who can use it! ——>

(If you are my adult child and you see this post, no you didn’t. 🤣)

#holidaydecorideas #christmascountdown #holidayhome #storageideas #parentinghacks
✨ Introducing the Holiday Chalet! ✨ I’ve wa ✨ Introducing the Holiday Chalet! ✨

I’ve wanted to find one of these Disney Frozen castles for awhile now, but everything on marketplace was too far away or way too pricey.

I finally snagged this one for $30 and after 3 cans of spray paint and a few embellishments we have finished look. 

I feel Iike it adds a nice little touch to our holiday decor. 

What do you think?! ❄️

#diy #holidaydecor #winterdecor #homedecor #christmasdecor

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