First, let me say Happy Birthday to my mom…one Nana that can take on her grandsons in the leaves… This has been the norm in my house for many years…(just fyi wrestling is more fun if you pull your shirt over your head too) And now we have this cute little thing in the house…I…
Just a quick note to my faithful blog readers…we wrapped up the Christmas Gathering tonight and now the blog is slammed with tutorials below. Chris took a couple shots of the night and me presenting. The tutorials begin after this post. It was this full both nights… From what I hear Denise and I made…
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You did a great job last night. I loved all the ideas, and you and Denise were too cute.
i laughed sooo hard all night, that denise is one FuNNy lady! You did an amazing job, i was taking notes as fast as i could write!
Hey Lovely Lady,
I just wanted to say that you inspire me greatly!!!! And if I had a blog award it would definitely go to you!!! Your ideas and photos are incredible!
Way to go girl! I could have listened to your ideas all night long! Plus you looked super hot and young! 
Thank you again Ashley for the tickets. Rebekah and I had a great time and were very inspired by all your DIY projects. The spray adhesive has already been out today, and a big jar of ModPodge is on the shopping list. We are determined to have some homemade goodies under the tree this year. Thanks for the inspiration!
Your blog is so amazing!! Your craft ideas are awesome!!!
Beautiful photography. I am quite envious of you. 
How fun would it have been to be there! Thanks so much for posting all the tutorials, i seriously cannot wait to start some of them!
OK so I went to Ikea (the joy of living in So Cal) and got some supplies from JoAnn’s (no Hobby Lobby, the sad part of lving in So Cal) and I am going to see what I can create.
Looks like you did a great job! I wish I could have come!
I loved all your ideas! I was so happy to see you at the Gathering this year! I started following you two years ago after the Gathering in 2007. You are such a cool girl! I can’t wait to try some of your ideas!
Hi Ashley,
Just got your comment on 30days. Thanks! I’m sorry- I meant to comment and let you know how AMAZING I think your blog is. I love it. LOVE it.
Your photography is amazing and I love that you share DIY and tutorials. Fantastic. Thanks so much.
I added you to my reader. Stop by 30days anytime.
Y’all did an awesome job. I’m here now looking for your crafts so I can shop the sales for supplies. Thanks so much for the great ideas!
Please Note: Google Reader is no longer picking up my blog…I am still updating. Well the Christmas Gathering is over…so now I am posting tutorials for most of my projects. If you attended the Gathering there are a couple of ways to find the project you are looking for: 1. Direct link below 2. Scroll…
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Where would you suggest looking for such a large frame. I have been wanting to a do a chalkboard frame for awhile, but haven’t found a frame large enough.
Love all the ideas! My favorite has to be the tote bag. I think that will be such a cute christmas gift for my son’s teacher & he can help make it! Thank you for taking the time to post all these tutorials on the blog for all of us that couldn’t make it to the Gathering.
OH MY GOODNESS!!!! LOOOOVE them ALL!!! AMAZING!
Blessings!
Jill
i would have been shaking in my boots! i’m not good in front of a crowd.
shanalea- i was just at the thrift store and saw some really darling frames attached to some questionable art pieces for well under $10. i’m sure you could always knock out the print and work from there.
WOW! God has really blessed you with some talents! Thank you so much for sharing your fantastic ideas! I attended the Gathering, and now my daughter and I are making clipboards for all of her friends for Christmas (we just bought the scrapbook paper at Hobby Lobby). Please post the instructions – when I click on the top link it’s only the cork boards. Thanks so much!
I really like the round wood tray – I L-O-V-E your idea of using the shadows to trace!
I am looking fo the clipboard in structions and any advice on where to buy blank ones? I had a blask last night and I ready to crank out some crafts. I have a ton of craft supplies and always need new ideas.
I loved all of your ideas. Three of my favorites were the frappacino box/caddy, notepads covered in paper, and the cake plates. I hope I can find time to make these.
I adore all of your craft ideas. Your site if by far my favorite for crafts and photography! I am so inspired and I am going to attempt the Bandana Apron and gift them as gifts. Hopefully, I can make it to IKEA so I can tryout the Cork Coasters and Round Wooden Tray.
Can’t wait to look through them all…what a great list! Thanks, Kim
Really enjoyed your crafts. I have bought the stuff to do the clipboards, but cant find instructions
I am trying to make that 12 days of Christmas deal like you showed. Can you send me the link to that project? And give me some ideas of what to put on it. My kids are 9 (boy) & 10 (girl).
I am in love with all your DIY! What a great find your site is today.
wow,
I really think your site is awsome. there’s not much I wouldn’t make my self. I read the post of the nasty comment. the old grouch must not know what real crafting is.
I will link your site on my blog.
by AshleyAnn
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Sarah - Ashley, I just have to say that you and Chris have the most beautiful babies! Happy Thanksgiving to you all!
anne c - beautiful little girl! and handsome boys..wow! do tell how he did the floors
maybe I can talk my husband into doing the same!!
Allison - Such CUTE kids and they are so lucky to have a great Nana!
Kate - Oh cute smile! Congratulations on everything!
Lesley - Happy birthday mom!
ElleBows - What a great nana!! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Marissa - oh my gosh she is so adorable I’m in love
Lady Steed - I have the exact same problem with my 3 month old baby. He has such a wonderful smile, but I have yet to capture it on film! As soon as I put the camera up to my face, away goes the smile.