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DIY Gold Dipped Mason Jars

Mason jars are so versatile when it comes to crafting, you really can’t go wrong. This is especially true with these beautiful gold dipped jars. We are so pleased with how they turned out that we want to share just how easy the process is!

DIY Gold Dipped Mason Jars | Vicky Barone

Supplies: Mason Jars, metallic spray paint, blue painter’s tape, and a plastic bag

Directions:
1. First make sure the jars are clean, dry, and dust-free.
2. Tape off a line around the jar with painter’s tape. Seal the tape with your fingernail or a credit card to press out any air bubbles.
3. Rip a small piece of a plastic bag and use it to cover the rest of the exposed jar so no rogue paint gets to it. Tape it in place with another piece of painter’s tape.
4. Following the instructions on the paint can, spray paint the jar.
5. Let dry completely before removing the tape.

DIY Gold Dipped Mason Jars | Vicky Barone

These painted jars would make beautiful centerpieces at a wedding, don’t you think? For now, they are perfect for holding fresh blooms on our office desks 🙂

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DIY Things I Love

Things I Love: DIYs for Fall

1. Felt Flower Wreath | 2. Floral Pumpkin Centerpiece
3. Yarn Art | 4. Copper Bangles
5. Glass Candle Holder | 6. Wood Slice Chalkboard

Happy Friday, everyone! We’ve rounded up a few fun DIYs to try this weekend to get you into the Autumn mood. Enjoy!

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My Projects Press

New Growth Charts at The Land of Nod

We are so excited to see two of my new growth charts available exclusively at The Land of Nod! Click on the links below to see each.

Sweet Bird Stack Growth Chart

Prehistoric Pileup Growth Chart

You can find even more of my growth charts in my Etsy shop here. They all have the option to be personalized with your child’s name and make a wonderful gift.

P.S. This is our best seller 🙂

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DIY Things I Love

Things I Love: DIY Coasters

1. Scrabble Pieces | 2. Bead and Cord | 3. Agate Stone
4. Natural Branch | 5. Maps | 6. Sisal
7. Ombre Leather | 8. Pom Poms | 9. Polaroid
10. Painted Wood | 11. Citrus Felt | 12. Mini Pallets

How cute are all of these coasters? Each of these DIY projects would make a beautiful addition to your home as well as an impressive hostess gift! Click the links above to see how you can make your own.

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Recipes

Grapefruit Cocktail

A sweet and refreshing cocktail with a zing of citrus is the perfect cure for those Autumn Monday blues.

Grapefruit Cocktail | Vicky Barone

Ingredients:
1oz pink grapefruit vodka
1oz simple syrup
4oz club soda
sugar
ice
grapefruit for garnish

Directions:
1. Pour sugar onto a small plate. Wet the rim of a glass with water and dip into the sugar to coat completely.
2. Mix vodka, simple syrup, and club soda.
3. Pour drink over ice.
4. Garnish with a slice of grapefruit and a fun paper straw.

Grapefruit Cocktail | Vicky Barone

So long, sweet Summer and hello, Fall!

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Things I Love

Things I Love: Ankle Boots

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |11 |12

Now that Fall is creeping up on us, we’re slowly giving in to pumpkin flavored treats, a cardigan here and there, and a little less daylight. What we don’t have to be convinced of, however, is slipping into some new Fall boots! Here are a few of our favorite ankle boots we’ve had our eyes on. Which is your favorite?

Happy almost Fall!

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DIY

DIY Floral Monogram

We’ve seen these floral monogram letters all over Pinterest and thought they would make a great gift! Keep reading to find out how to make your own.

DIY Floral Monogram | Vicky Barone

Supplies: Paper mache letter, X-acto knife, fake flowers, scissors, and a foam block.

Directions:
1. Use the X-acto knife to cut off the face of the paper mache letter. Hollow the letter by discarding the pieces of cardboard you find inside.
2. Cut the dry foam block into smaller pieces to fit inside the letter.
3. Cut the fake flowers, leaving about an inch of stem.
4. Push the stems of the flowers into the dry foam and arrange them however you like.

This can also be done with real flowers as well! Just soak the dry foam in water to help keep the flowers looking fresh.

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Recipes Things I Love

Things I Love: Game Day Food

1. Chocolate Covered Strawberries | 2. Buffalo Chicken Beer Cheese Dip
3. Juicy Lucy | 4. Classic Guacamole
5. Whiskey Sour | 6. Loaded Baked Potato Pizza

Football season is upon us, which means Game Day food is on the menu! Here are some classic recipes to fill you up while you cheer on your team. Enjoy!