Afternoon DIY ProjectsWhat started as an idea to see if I could save our coffee table from my acetone spills (DIY nail projects) and my daughter's trolls sticker obsession was just the beginning. Creating one of a kind, farmhouse chic furniture (shabby chic, vintage chic) is a now a favorite SAHM afternoon project for kids … Continue reading How to Create Farmhouse Furniture Like a Pro
1 Insanely Quick way to Make Your Family Dog Feel Important Even When Kids Come First
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAZBKfrPrNU Dog Days of Summer is such a blast! The City of Billings opens up Rose Park Pool for one day each year...just for doggies to go for a swim. This happens the day after closing day at the pool. I loved making our family dog Duke feel important. For one special day this summer … Continue reading 1 Insanely Quick way to Make Your Family Dog Feel Important Even When Kids Come First
Slide into Fall: Montana Fair Review
Montana Fair seems to consistently come in with the scorching hot rays of summer, and go out with the cool, crisp Saturday evening air as we literally and figuratively slide into fall here in Big Sky Country. Cotton candy, fresh squeezed lemonade, 4-H animals and the view of the cityscape from the top of the … Continue reading Slide into Fall: Montana Fair Review
Pool Finder Billings: Rose Park
We LOVE Rose Park Pool. Hands down 5 star review. The City of Billings remodeled this gem and...wow...it is the best, affordable, outdoor summer entertainment for the entire family. In fact, when we first walked in, it reminded me of the fun pools in Vegas complete with lounge areas, concessions, big pool swimming areas, diving … Continue reading Pool Finder Billings: Rose Park
PARK FINDER: YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Yellowstone National Park is one of the most beautiful places on earth. It fully deserves the 5 star rating +, and that's based on more visits to this place than I can count on two hands. My family has been there a lot! In fact, my husband Andy used to drive a milk truck route through the park...
STONE LIMEWASH TUTORIAL
If you're aiming to achieve a timeless look with quality and quick results for less than $100...this is your project. Our 70's stone fireplace appears in the background of so many of our holiday family photos...I had to get this project DONE. After online and in-store research, I was only able to find the Romabio … Continue reading STONE LIMEWASH TUTORIAL
BRICK LIMEWASH TUTORIAL
I was very nervous to paint over our original 70's brick fireplace. In fact, it took 10 years of living in our home before I got the nerve to take on this project. My only regret now is not having done it much earlier. After significant research, and having first tested this concept on our … Continue reading BRICK LIMEWASH TUTORIAL
SAHM LOGISTICS – HOW TO MAKE IT WORK IF YOU WANT TO DO IT ALL
Dianne's SAHM Lifestyle Est. May 2019 Stay at Home Mom Life is the best life yet. After experiencing the traditional working-world post-journalism degree for 16 fulfilling years, I am thrilled I get 5 ahhhh-mazing days at home with my girls (Natalya & Victoria) each week. I wouldn’t trade it for the world. I love the … Continue reading SAHM LOGISTICS – HOW TO MAKE IT WORK IF YOU WANT TO DO IT ALL