Let our lives be full of both Thanks and Giving! I have neglected Thanksgiving decor in the past and thought this year I would remedy that. I really love Thanksgiving.  I love that for a moment, the world is a little more grateful for what they have.  I had this silver plated tray. Not real silver and in very poor condition.  I got this tiny jar of chalkboard paint in the Dollar Spot at Target... and one jar was MORE than enough for this tray.  Just brushed on one thin layer and let it dry completely.  Then repeated 2 more times. (Still have half the jar of paint left!)  Even the pattern embossing looks much better now!  Then I just sketched out my thought in chalk...  Then then used a Chalk Marker (also known as wet markers) over the chalk.  Adding thicker lines on the down strokes...  And then outlining it with some harvest colors.  I love it! It serves as a good reminder of what li...

Perfect Chalkboard Lettering with Chalkboard Markers! You will need a chalkboard, chalkboard markers, regular chalk piece, word art that you want transferred (I just got some bulk fonts from the Hungry Jpeg and create my own) I was sent these fabulous Chalkboard Markers from ChalkOla ! Get your ChalkOla Chalkboard Markers for 10% off with the code: DOODLECK They work wonderfully!  The write smooth and are so fun to create custom chalk art with! First, turn over your paper and rub chalk on the backside. Then lay it on your chalkboard and tape in place. Trace the lines with a piece of chalk. This will rub off just enough of the pattern to see! Once finished, it's time for the chalk markers! To activate the marker the first time, shake generously with the cap on...then press the tip onto a piece of paper  repeatedly until the ink begins to flow. Then it's as simple as tracing over your chalk lines! Adding all the variety of colors is ...

 Gel Pens and Envelope Pen Case! I love Back to School time! I love pencil cases...and roll up things...and holders and organizers and stuff!  **I was sent this AmazaPens Gel Ink Pens in exchange for my honest opinion** As far as Gel Pens go, these ones are terrific! I love using gel pens on dark colored paper, they pop! This pack of pens has some pastel, some glitter and some neon pens. They write really smooth and don't skip! But the packaging for the pens was definitely not long term. Mine came cracked...so what to do? Make a pen case with fun fabric! I used 2 pieces of fabric that matched...about 12 inches by 18 inches. Lay the 2 pieces right sides together. Sew all around the edges, except for a 4 inch gap on one of the sides. Flip it right side out. Then add a decorative stitch around the entire border to stitch up the gap. Now, fold over where you want it to line up. I used a sharpie to mark where I want the snaps. I used my aw...