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Tips and Tricks for Using Boxed Hair Dye

March 21, 2019 by Alli Leave a Comment

Tips and Tricks for Using Boxed Hair Dye

This shop has been compensated by Schwarzkopf. #ColoristToolsAtWalmart #sponsored I’ve wanted to dye my hair for, I don’t know, forever? It seemed like such a big deal, though, so I never did it! I’ve talked about it for years, but really wasn’t sure if I’d ever work up the courage to do it. So when… 

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FHE Assignment Board

March 21, 2016 by Alli 3 Comments

FHE Assignment Board

I love pretty much everything about being a mom, but the one thing that I hate more than anything? My kids getting hurt. I am a total wimp when it comes to blood and injuries, and I do NOT handle it well.  I knew it was just a matter of time before Owen ended up in… 

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30-Minute Baby Blanket

February 17, 2016 by Alli 9 Comments

30-Minute Baby Blanket

Hello, lovelies! Welcome to Taking Care of Monkey Business – SO glad you’re here. If you’re new, I’ll fill you in. I just had a baby, and just moved to a different state, so life is a little crazy around here! I’m talking, my-entire-craft-room-is-still-in-boxes-crazy. But I didn’t let that stop me from squeezing in a little project!… 

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Hanging Bucket Organizer

January 22, 2016 by Alli 1 Comment

Hanging Bucket Organizer

My little 2-year-old, Owen, is the sweetest little goober in the entire world. He loves to snuggle and give kisses, and his bright smile is so cute I can hardly stand it. BUT. He’s also… a menace. The other day, Sophie and I had the following conversation: Sophie: “Mom, I’m an angel.” Me: “You sure… 

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How to Build the Ultimate Snack Stadium

January 14, 2016 by Alli 19 Comments

How to Build the Ultimate Snack Stadium

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GameDayGlory #CollectiveBias Ever heard of a snack stadium before? They’re exactly what they sound like: mini football stadiums made out of snacks. Also known as: the only thing that could ever get me excited about football. Honestly, I had… 

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DIY Diaper Clutch

January 4, 2016 by Alli 6 Comments

DIY Diaper Clutch

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HuggiesNewYear #CollectiveBias HELLO readers!! Wow, It’s been a while, huh? Well, I’ve been busy spending all day and night snuggling the cutest baby EVER (for reference, scroll to the bottom of the post). Sweet little Lincoln was born back in November,… 

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DIY Gift Baskets + Banana Walnut Bread Recipe

November 6, 2015 by Alli 2 Comments

DIY Gift Baskets + Banana Walnut Bread Recipe

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #LoveAmericanHome #CollectiveBias Do you ever feel like there are things in life that everyone seems to know… except you? Does that even make sense?! Example: Jonny and I were watching an episode of Seinfeld a couple of years… 

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DIY Burp Cloths

November 5, 2015 by Alli 10 Comments

DIY Burp Cloths

Why is it that the last few weeks of pregnancy move in S-L-O-W motion?! Honestly, I feel like this pregnancy has gone by really fast. The whole time, I kept thinking “wow! I’m really this far along?” Which is weird, because my other pregnancies seemed to take ages. But now that I’m in the home… 

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Filed Under: Crafts & DIY, DIY Projects, Parenting

DIY Hot Chocolate Kit

November 2, 2015 by Alli 4 Comments

DIY Hot Chocolate Kit

Psst… Be sure to scroll down to the end of this post to enter an awesome giveaway! We’re giving a prize package of over $1500 worth of Christmas gifts to a lucky winner! I know. Halloween was just 2 days ago, and I’m already diving into the Christmas spirit. But guess what? I don’t even… 

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Filed Under: Celebrate, Christmas, Crafts & DIY, DIY Projects, Recipes, Recipes, Uncategorized

DIY Paper Banner

September 29, 2015 by Alli 2 Comments

DIY Paper Banner

Believe it or not, I don’t exactly consider myself a very crafty person. My husband would disagree, of course, but it’s never really been my thing. Every once in a while, though, I bury myself in craft supplies and get a little crazy. Sometimes things turn out, sometimes they don’t. This time, they did! These cute little… 

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