New Addition

I'm Happy to introduce the newest addition to the Cuesta Household, Princess Baby (it's a Boy)! 

Madyson & Lily

He's very Sweet & doesn't bite the Kids...yet!

His Digs in the Living room so he can watch T.V.

Hopefully, he will last longer than the Fish & Guinea Pig.
Have a Great Weekend!
Ash

DIY Under Construction

Michael & I are blessed to have an attached Carport with a huge 12x24 room. In the past year it has turned into a catch all and Michael's "shabby" Office. That is all about to change (thank goodness) as we decided to divide the room into an Office for Michael and a Craft/Storage room for me. The next few months are going to be exciting and a great experience for us to share with you guys our remodel. Here is the 1st of many projects:

Before 

Framing

Michael & Paw Paw Working Hard

Serious Work Face

So Excited about the Wall of Possibilities 

3rd Trip to Lowes Picking out Trim 

Total Cost so Far- $250

Time Spent - 3 hours

Next comes the Painting & Trim!

Happy Wednesday,

Ash

Bama Saturday

 Thanks to the cooler Weather and Sunny skies. Saturday was a perfect day to get the Girls Out and go walking on Campus. 

Bama Girls Ready to Go

Had to Stop & get our "Game Day Nachos"...so Yummy!
(Big Bad Wolf Bar B-Q Nachos)

Not a Big Fan of the Saban Statue, but had to Take a Pic w/ it

Hitching a Ride on Daddy
( Shadow on the Pic makes Michael look like
he has no Front Teeth...haha)

This was Right before they both called it a day!

Hope you all had a great weekend.

Ash

P.S. I have some exciting news....Michael & I are building a new Office/Craft Room. 

More Info. Coming Soon!

DIY Cork Frame

Super Simple & Total Cost was $0.50
(Just had to buy the Frame)

Supplies: Corks, Frame, Hot Glue, Cutting Board, & Knife

Cut all the Corks in Half, to Allow for a Flat Surface
(If anyone Knows an Easier Way to cut Corks, I'm all Ears)

Lay out the Design & then Hot Glue

Found this On Etsy for $12...Thinking I might need
 to consider Selling!

Have a Great Weekend!

ROLL TIDE, 

Ash

Can + Zippers = Cute

Michael seems to think that I might be turning into a Can Hoarder. I have around 50 cans, all different shapes and sizes. You never know when you might need one and if not I always Recycle them. So I came up with this, to get him off my back and to make something Cute.

Supplies: Can, Zippers, & Hot Glue

Just Hot Glue Zippers around Can
(I found the Zips @ Faye's for $0.25)

Matches the Fall Decor 

Love it!

Happy Hump Day!

Ash

Tannehill

Ever since I was little we have always gone at least once a month to Tannehill (every 3rd weekend). If not just for the pork rinds and people watching, but in hopes to find a deal.  Here are a few of the fun things we found & cute ideas I plan to make my own.

Patchwork Owl Quilt
(Making once I get a Sewing Machine)

Lola & I finding Hot Deals
(Poor Baby was a Trooper)

Arm Candy
(Pawpaw's  Making me a Gem Stone Bracelet like this one)

Wine Bottle Candle Holders
(Will be Making Once I get a Glass Cutter)

Tired & Hungry Kiddos

Best Find of the Year $10 Antique Quilt
(Regular $65 at Antique Stores)

Got all these Items for $19.50
(Bird Cage $5 means New Addition Coming Soon!) 

Happy Monday!

Ash

Fall Is Coming

Besides Spring, Fall is my favorite time of the year. With the cooler weather and great Autumn colors, whats not to love. I usually wait to decorate the house for Christmas(around the 1st of November), but since the Girls are older I figured it was time to start Decorating for Fall. This being my 1st year, I don't have a lot to work with. So I'm having to buy a lot of Fall things and of course making a few as well. 

Fall Pillows
(Found this Owl @ Kirklands)

Pumpkins & Spice Candles 
(New Fall Table Cloth Coming Soon!)

Back Door
(I'm Working on an Awesome Wreath)

Hope you guys have a wonderful weekend and get outside to enjoy the cool Weather!

Happy Friday!

Ash

DIY Suede Bracelets

What you Need: 

Suede String (3 Equal Lengths)

Buttons or Charms

Tape or Clip Board 

Step 1: Tie a Knot 2 in. from the End

Step 2: Secure w/ Tape or Clip Board & Start Braiding
(Clipboard works a lot better, but I don't have one)

Step 3: Add Charms or Buttons every few inches
(I got these Buttons @ Faye's for $2)

When Done just tie off End & Enjoy!

Total Cost less than $5 for all Three Bracelets!

Hope this might inspire you to make your own.

Stay Crafty,

Ash

DIY Burlap Earring Frame

Saw this Online & had To Do It!

Supplies: Frame, Burlap, Hot Glue,
Cardboard  & Finishing Nails

Cut out Around Cardboard
(Burlap is a Little Messy)

Hot Glue Burlap to Board

Secure to Frame w/ Finishing Nails
(I let Michael Smash his Fingers)

Finished Product....Love it!

Total cost less than $2.00

Hope you all have a Great Week!

Ash

More of the Same

Just because I do something once, doesn't mean I wont do it again. Practice makes Perfect and I love to make things for others.  Here are a few of the repeat things I've made, with a few changes from the Originals.

No Sew Pillow
Original

Book Art
Original

Paper Towel Roll Wall Art
Original

DIY Planner
Original

There are are a few things I forgot to take pictures of (Washer Bracelets & New Fabric Circles). Hope you guys don't mind the recap and if there is anything you would like me to make you, just let me know. It's going to be a busy Crafting Weekend, so stay tuned for all the fun.


Happy Friday!
Ash

Shop Local

While Michael was at the Bama game this past weekend. I decided to check out The Skyland Antique Mall. To say that they had a ton of stuff, is a Huge understatement.

Old Cameras

2 Floors of Stuff

Love this Dish

Quilts

And yes of course I picked up a few things for the House:

Vintage Oval Dresser Mirror $8

Italian Brass Frames $1 a Piece

White Cat $3

I will defiantly be going back and doing some Christmas Shopping 
(Only 107 Days). 


XOXO,
Ash