Yes, you read the title right, I really did make a pair of 18th-century stays (or corset) and a chemise! A Simplicity 8162 review. For the last couple of years, I've been somewhat obsessed with late 18th century fashions and after learning about the Fete De La Nouvelle France festival where people are invited to wear their own 1700s garments I decided to make my own 18th-century gown that would be semi-historically accurate and fun to wear. And ... Read the Post...
Easy Bread Pudding | Quick + Simple
Happy Spring and happy April! Today I will be sharing with you one of my favorite recipes: Easy Bread Pudding. It is super easy and quick to make and I mainly love it because it is the perfect recipe for when you have more bread than you can eat or if you have a sugar craving! This bread pudding recipe is also a great addition to your brunches as they are not too sweet and somewhat healthy (lol!) I know that I've been a bit MIA these last ... Read the Post...
Transforming a Boring Wall with Wallpaper | Photowall Review
One of the goals I set for myself for 2021 was to transform (or makeover) the guest bedroom downstairs. That means changing the wall color, the decor, bedding, etc. but thanks to Photowall I was able to get one part done! Thanks to Photowall I was able to add beautiful wallpaper to the bland main wall of the room which changed the whole look and atmosphere of the bedroom in a quick and easy manner without having prior wallpapering ... Read the Post...
Heart-Shaped Hot and Cold Pack | easy + quick DIY
With the semester well on its way, I've been dealing with a sore neck and sometimes writer's cramp, and using this cold and hot pack has helped immensely. February 14 is drawing close and since I love DIYing, why not share an easy Valentine's Day themed activity? These hot/cold packs are super simple to make and they also make the perfect gifts for loved ones, plus they are a lifesaver when dealing with small pains or bruises. The great ... Read the Post...
2020 Year In Review | Blog + Life
Happy New Year Everyone! 2020 was quite the year. I started my third year of university, built some furniture, and reached lots of blogging milestones. Oh right, how can I forget, there was also a worldwide pandemic that led to job loss, deaths, and a societal standstill. Overall, a year that will never be forgotten. 2020 was a year to remember and what better way to commemorate the year than with a review of everything (well mostly everything) ... Read the Post...
