The Book Lover’s Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Enchanting Ideas for Her Personal Library

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For some moms, the ultimate luxury isn't a spa day or a fancy dinner—it’s an uninterrupted hour with a cozy blanket and a breathtaking new novel. If the mom in your life has a "to-be-read" pile that touches the ceiling, this guide is designed specifically for her. Instead of just another book she might already own, I want to focus on the experience of reading. These picks are curated to solve the pain point of creating a peaceful, beautiful environment where she can get lost in her favorite stories. 1. The Aesthetic Library: Decor for Her Sanctuary Help her turn her favorite reading nook into a dream sanctuary. Think brass bookends, vintage-inspired library stamps so she can "brand" her collection, or a high-quality wooden book valet to hold her place and her morning water or coffee. 2. The Regency Reader: Romantic Accessories For the fan of historical romance, look for gifts that feel like they stepped out of a classic novel. Delicate floral bookmarks,...
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Kaisercraft Precut Wood Projects

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As I mentioned in my last post the past year brought many changes to my life. My engagement has brought not only a wonderful man into my life but also a plethora of new family members. I have never been a stepmother or a Nan but **POOF** here we are.

I thought I would share the Kaisercraft projects I made for two of my new grandbabies for Christmas.



For these projects I used Kaisercraft wooden precut shapes, folkart acrylic paint, 49 and market flowers, nuvo drops, craft medley adhesive backed gems and cricut vinyl to mask off the girls names.

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  1. ElenaThursday, February 27, 2020

    Oh, if I had a daughter......so sparkling and beautiful!

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