Newspaper Nails
August 26, 2011 by Lara
How many of you ladies out there are just loving Pinterest? Me, Me! Oh ME! I am constantly finding adorable ideas and delicious recipes. As I was searching for some fashion inspiration, I came across this brilliant nail tutorial.... [Read more]
Back At School Printables GALORE (over 30 and still counting)!
Whether your child is just starting the school year, has been back in school for a while already (um, can I move to where YOU live?), or falls somewhere in between….printables make school life SO much easier. Where were... [Read more]
Little Painted Chandelier
August 24, 2011 by Lara
Alright. I’m gonna share the secret on how I refinished this adorable chandelier that keeps popping up in the background of my pictures. Pay attention… its really REALLY easy {shhh, don’t tell}. As I dreamed... [Read more]
Banh Appetit! Banh Mi Vietnamese Sandwiches
August 23, 2011 by Sarah
So there I was, riding my moped through the Vietnamese countryside, watching women in conical hats work the patties as we cruised towards the beautiful white sands of the coast… Okay, no worries. You don’t have to... [Read more]
Stay Organized this Holiday Season
August 22, 2011 by Caley
We all know that this is the craziest time of year! As soon as school starts, the next thing we know… BAM…it’s Halloween… then, BAM…it’s Thanksgiving… then, BAM…it’s Christmas! Thankfully... [Read more]
Kids Travel Pack
August 20, 2011 by Bobbi
I have got something SUPER fun to share with you today! Let me introduce the KIDS TRAVEL PACK!!! Why do I ‘sound’ (use your imagination) so excited? Because this WORKS! Yep. Child-tested, child-approved! Well, at... [Read more]
It made the news!
August 19, 2011 by Alison
Missy was on TV promoting the 50+ Recipes cookbook and she rocked it! Here is the link to go watch the good stuff! http://www.kivitv.com/multimedia/videos/?bctid=1116577265001 I have not seen the book in real life, but after... [Read more]
That just-right lipstick for fall
August 19, 2011 by Sydney
While, yes, its still August. And while, yes, I’m sure those summer lovers out there are just rolling their eyes at me … I am so ready to jump start the season and move into fall. It’s my absolute favorite. The... [Read more]
Would I be over-sharing if I told you I have worms?
August 18, 2011 by Amy G.
Don’t be grossed out! We can only go up from here right? Read on. We love to garden, but I’m always wondering how my veggies can be bigger, juicier and more of them? This year I’ve taken matters into my own... [Read more]
Creating with Fondant – Yes. You. Can.
August 16, 2011 by Shelley
Lucky for me, this Summer, I live near Lake Michigan. My life has been forever changed. My little family literally goes to the beach every. single. weekend. We can NOT get enough. In one word, a family day at the beach: JOY. ... [Read more]
Morning Routine Organization!
August 16, 2011 by Heather
Organization provides Sanity… don’t you think?? However it doesn’t always come naturally- sometimes we have to work hard for it! Last Fall, my daughter started Junior Kindergarten and there is one small thing... [Read more]
Top Blogs Top Recipes
August 15, 2011 by Shelley
Update: This is no longer available as of 9/14/11. Together we raised $20,000.00 and donated it to the American Red Cross…THANK YOU!!! It’s here! It’s here! After literally MONTHS of creating, the “50+... [Read more]
Fall Portrait Session and Keepsake Book Giveaway!
August 13, 2011 by Missy
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the lucky winner, Debbie Wyler, who said, “I am a fan of Amy Lyn on Facebook!” Thank you to everyone for participating!! Fall family portrait time is just around the corner! Just... [Read more]
6 Ways to Spice Up a Button Up!
August 12, 2011 by Elaine
I love me some button-up shirts! My favorite way to wear them lately is to button them up all the way to my neck. It’s a great way to get extra skin coverage stylishly if you’re all about modesty. But sometimes it... [Read more]
A FREE canvas?! It’s true!
August 11, 2011 by Shelley
One of our favorite sponsors is once again offering a free 8×10 canvas (or $50 credit on any sized canvas) to our readers. I recently used my discounted canvases, from Canvas People, to create my powder room picture collage.... [Read more]
6 Ideas For Your Sizzling Summer Spread!
August 11, 2011 by Bobbi
What traditions make you immediately think “Summer!”? For me, it’s food. Okay, so almost ANY season or holiday makes me think of food, I admit it I mean, why wouldn’t food jog so many fond memories when... [Read more]
Let’s Talk About It. Zap That Cold Sore FAST!
August 9, 2011 by alysha
We’ve been having some great discussions on our Facebook page on how to get rid of these cold sores fast, and we always get SO MANY great ideas! Have you ever woken up to a very important day, just to feel a pesky cold... [Read more]
What to do with PEACHES…5 delicious ideas!
August 9, 2011 by Missy
Peach Season is HERE! What are you going to do with all those peaches? Farmer’s Markets are booming with PEACHES! Lucky for us. I am especially lucky because I live about 30 minutes from a couple beautiful orchards so... [Read more]
Summer of Service: Clean a Neighbor’s Yard
August 8, 2011 by Caley
“I don’t know what your destiny will be, but one thing I know: the ones among you who will be really happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve.” -Albert Schweitzer ———- Service... [Read more]
Start a Preschool Curriculum Package GIVEAWAY!
August 5, 2011 by alysha
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the lucky winner, Becky Waganer, who said, “This would help my granddaughter be smarter then she already is! (Takes after her Gammie!)” Thank you to everyone for participating!! – If... [Read more]
Re-working a dress
August 5, 2011 by Sydney
Beginning my 7th month of pregnancy in the eastern August heat has helped me determine two things: A: Pants {unless they are stretchy pants a-la Nacho Libre} are no longer conducive to activities involving me with a smile on... [Read more]
Evo & ONE Last Chance at a $100 Cash-Card!
August 5, 2011 by Shelley
This is the FINAL chance at a $100 cash visa card. We’ve had 3 lucky HowDoesShe readers already. Are you going to be the next one?! Or maybe, just MAYBE, you are going to be the $10,000 winner announced next week?!? Ahhh!... [Read more]
8 Pretty Packaging Ideas!
August 4, 2011 by Bobbi
Birthdays Weddings Graduations Teacher-appreciation Thank-yous Bridal showers Baby Showers …the opportunities to give gifts arise SO often, am I right? OH, and if you have children…and those children have friends….and... [Read more]
FREE- Exclusive 1st day of School Printables
August 3, 2011 by Shelley
During my childhood, my parents always took a picture of me on the first day of school every. single. year. I was always sporting my new clothes, trendy hair {yikes}, and you could see the excitement in my eyes. Even when I was... [Read more]
Marshmallows Meet Their Match
August 2, 2011 by Sarah
Every time my little sis comes to visit me here in Richmond she takes a day trip up to DC to see her BFF. She never fails to send me a taunting text about the yummy toasted marshmallow shake she’s enjoying at a little... [Read more]
Picture Frame Earring Holder (Tutorial)
August 1, 2011 by Caley
For years I had kept my earrings in this little, lined metal box. They would get tangled and I would get frustrated. I tried the earring holders that stood on the dresser, but I would always tip it over. Then, one day, I graduated... [Read more]




