Father’s Day Picnic Ideas
It's that time of year again! Do you struggle with all the holidays? Father's Day, Mother's Day, Birthdays, Christmas, Anniversaries, etc. I sure do. I love to celebrate, but I always struggle with ideas on what to do. I'd much rather plan a special day then buy a...
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What’s New In My Kitchen: An Honest Review of Hello Fresh + Coupon Code
Hello Fresh must be doing a good job at marketing because I see so many people trying it and it definitely got me curious! I looked into it about a year ago and remember thinking that I thought it was expensive for what you get, so I never purchased at that time. More...
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30 Day Spring Cleaning Challenge – FREE PRINTABLE
It's that time of year again! Anyone else feel like their house needs a serious deep clean? It's time to open the doors and windows, let some fresh air in and start spring on a clean note! I don't know about you, but when it comes to cleaning, I need all the...
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What’s New In My Kitchen – How I Shopped my Pantry/Freezer for a Month & Learnt How to Meal Plan
For this month's episode on What's New In My Kitchen I'm sharing how we shopped our pantry/freezer for a month, how it forced me to learn how to meal plan and inevitably save money! If you're a hard core meal planner then this likely isn't the post for you, but if...
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My Top Tips for Teething Babies + GIVEAWAY
Struggling with a teething baby? If that's you, then all I have to say is I'm so sorry! It sucks, it's stressful, but just remember, it will pass! Hopefully the tips below will help ease you AND your baby's pain, just a little bit! My daughter is now 4, but I can...
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How To Build A Leprechaun Trap
Have you ever made a leprechaun trap before? I had never even heard of one until my adult life! Several years ago, my husband sent me a photo of a leprechaun trap he had helped our nephew make while I was away. I can clearly remember it because I never knew such a...
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What’s New In My Kitchen – Sourdough
I'm so excited to start a new blog series - What's New In My Kitchen!! Each month, one blog post will feature something that is new in my kitchen. It might be a recipe, a specific dish, a kitchen item, tip or anything else that is new in my kitchen! We spend A LOT of...
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My Perfectly Imperfect Bone Broth Recipe
I have no idea why, but so many people have asked me to share how I make bone broth, so here it is! I need to preface this post by adding a HUGE DISCLAIMER. I REALLY hesitated to even share how I make bone broth because I am still learning and tweaking the process. I...
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My Top 10 Travel Tips
We just got back from a quick trip to Vancouver so I thought I'd share a few of my top travel tips! Some of them are specific to flying, but there are a few tips for all types of travel! Hope you enjoy 🙂 1. Backpacks are Everything Ditch the purse, diaper bag,...
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A Few Things About Me …
You see snippets of my life on social media, and probably a bit more if you follow along my Instagram stories.. but if you're new around here I thought it would be fun to share a few more things about me! I also had a bunch of questions from you guys on Instagram, so...
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Sew Bright’s 4 Annual Photo Contest Results + 4 Things I’ve Learned in my 4th Year of Business
Can you believe it? This is my fourth year of business! Never did I imagine when I opened up my Etsy shop that I would be going strong at 4 years, shipping all over the world and actually earning income that is contributing to our living expenses (a little bit). Don't...
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Is Amazon Prime Really Worth It?
Do you have Amazon Prime? Think it's really worth it? I have been skeptical for quite some time, which is also why I feel REALLY late to the game here, but better late then never! Actually, the reason I decided to sign up for the FREE 30 day trial was to get free...
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Kids “To Do” Lists – FREE PRINTABLE
Has the start of the year got you motivated? I've been making a few extra lists these days, but no matter the time of year, lists have always been a part of my life. Yes, I am that crazy list lady. I make lists for myself, lists for my husband, lists of my lists and,...
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Kids Art Classes + Apron Giveway: Smithers, BC
Looking for a warm indoor activity for your kiddos? Kids Create Art Classes are put on by Recreation Smithers and start next week! Make sure to register before the spots fill up! There are three different class options from ages 1 to 12, something for EVERYONE! Sew...
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How to Make Cedar Door Swag
Have you heard that people who decorate early for the holidays are happier? Well thats apparently what the "experts" say, so I'm running with it! It's one month until Christmas and our house is decorated, we've started our holiday baking and food prep and of course...
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MOvember: A great cause, but is it a time for family photos?
MOvember. We've all heard about it right? Where Mo Bro's grow moustaches to raise awareness and money for men's health issues. The Movember Foundation is the leading charity changing the face of men’s health. They are addressing some of the biggest health issues faced...
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Shop Small Home Based Businesses in Smithers, BC
Cover photo featuring Sew Bright Creations Mountain Scarf. How do you feel when you purchase from a big box shop vs purchasing from someone you know or someone who lives in your community? I don't know about you, but I always feel good to support the people around...
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Simple Self Care: How Do You Take Care of Yourself?
As mothers we pour all our energy into caring for other people, but what about ourselves? I can remember the moment clearly, my daughter was about 6 months old, my husband had been working out of town (26 day shift) and I felt like there was nothing left of me. Can...
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A Butterfly Birthday Party
My daughter LOVES birthday parties. She has been planning her October birthday party since last December (yes, nearly a whole year) and I still CANNOT believe that she never changed the theme, not even once! It's been a butterfly birthday party in the making for...
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8 Resources for Coping with Miscarriage
Some things aren't easy to talk about, at least for me. My miscarriages is one of those things. If there was one word to describe how I feel about talking about miscarriage it would be, awkward. I don't know why, but it seems like when you bring it up in conversation...
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