We’ve had a few bedtime delays around our house as of late. Our kids are major bedtime delay-ers. No, but really. As in, go-to-bed-already-it’s-an-hour-past-your-bedtime-because-mommy’s-paid-her-dues-and-wants-to-watch-trashy-teenage-angst-vampire-shows. Enough with the may-I-have-a-glass-of-water-for-the-fifth-time-he’s-kicking-me-I-have-to-tinkle-insanity-level-nine-bedtime-delay-obnoxiousness. It’s the usual. Claims of monsters and other various nighttime whatnots. And this summer, our {fabulous} babysitter gave me this idea: I sat down and designed a…
building a handmade hideaway : the roof {how to build a treehouse}
Happy post 4th of July! We hope you celebrated in style with lots of loud fireworks and good BBQ! Jamin here again with the 4th, and final installment of building your very own Handmade Hideaway. Don’t worry… this isn’t the end my friends. Ashley will be back with some painting techniques, styling, and a few faq’s answered…
home tour : jones design company
Hello all you fabulous people! I’m on the road to Knoxville today, for my sister’s wedding, and I’m blessed to have some of my favorite bloggers graciously filling in for me this week-to provide you with some amazing, inspiring eye candy! Just a side note: these are their own fabulous homes, and all credit goes to…
shoe policy
In honor of all things Friday, I was hoping we could have a bit of a discussion today. I want to know about your homes. What’s your shoe policy? Apart from finding amazing pairs to wear {and I secretly wish I could pull these off-my four year old is currently drooling over them} I mean…what’s…
how to make a tooth fairy pillow
My oldest is six, and finally has his very first loose tooth. This is kind of a big deal. A very big deal. Because at least twice a month, for over a year, he’s been asking me when this will happen. All of his friends are loosing their teeth, and he’s been patiently waiting for…
7 simple tips for better shots of your children
Hey guys! Today, I’m super excited to have our fave photographer do a little guest post for us as a part of a new mini-series here at The Handmade Home. You may recognize Martin Harris of Britsnap Photography from his beautiful work we’ve featured here before. As he puts it ever so eloquently from his…
25 last minute ideas for easter.
If you guys remember this post from Christmas, then you probably know by now, that I’m pretty good and letting this kinda stuff sneak up on me. It’s like I know it’s coming, and then it smacks me in the face, with all the little things I have left to finish. If you’re anything like me, you…
a lesson on contentment
On Monday, we signed on the dotted line, and our ‘For Sale’ sign was taken out of the yard. Only, we didn’t sell it. I’m spilling the beans today, and sharing our little story. I realize I’ve said next to nothing for fear of jinxing, compromising, and other various real estate whatnots for the past…
beyond the walls
On Monday, I felt like Lucy. You know. When she stepped through the wardrobe and entered into Narnia for the first time. We’ve lived in our home for 5 years. Around our home, is a bit of untamed wilderness. It’s a charming little residential setup, surrounded by woods, and it can take you by surprise…