Lemon Thistle
DIY, Hand Lettering + Home Decor
In my pre-pregnancy life, I was a fundraiser. It’s what I was employed to do but I also volunteered for a few local fundraisers that were close to my heart. Homes for the Holidays is an annual fundraiser for the local United Way, and one of the most creative fundraisers around here. As the name …
I’ve been noticing a lot of DIY wood burning/etching and products around the web lately. These Christmas ornaments, these cutting boards, and these buttons. (Just to name a few!) I decided to jump on board the wood-burning train and try out Design Mom’s etched spoons. These DIY woodburned spoons would make an awesome gift. I’d …
In my update last week, I mentioned we had sold our apartment. We’d been there for more than 4 years and although I’m excited we’re moving on… I’ll miss it! It was our first home we bought as a couple and I have so many wonderful memories there. If it had a yard… and a …
To bring a camera or not? I struggle with the balance. For example, you throw a shower for a good friend. You work so hard to put together decor, food, activities and a guestlist so you want to remember how it turned out! Do I bring my camera and spend the day behind the lens …
I am thrilled to share with you my official maternity photos! Troi Crombie is a good friend and amazing photographer. When I found out I was pregnant, I called her right away to make sure she’d be in town at a time I could book her. These photos were taken back in June which made …
This is a last minute Halloween decoration with a big impact. The best part… it uses supplies you either have on hand or ring in at a grand total of $3 at the dollar store. All you need is a black balloon, black streamers, and white craft paint. And a stapler to affix to your …
It’s a well established truth that Etsy is king when it comes to finding handmade goods, but did you know you can register for gifts there? Neither did I! Right now they are only available for weddings, but there are so many wonderful things on Etsy for other occasions, I’m hoping they open the registries …
While I work on pulling my thoughts together for my post about our NICU experience, I thought I’d leave you with this incredibly simple and delicious recipe: Honey Sriracha Chicken. I’ve adapted this recipe from Simply Reem, and honestly… it’s a keeper. Oh, and head on over just to see how gorgeous their photos of …
I have been (and will be) a little absent.That’s because we have had an awesome and tiring week… More about that (super exciting news- 3 guesses) later. For now here’s a post I finished up last week. Enjoy! There are so many reasons I can’t wait to move and one of them is this: custom …
This recipe is dynamite. I made it a few months ago for the first time and it’s become a regular in our home. Not only is this recipe fresh, extremely flavourful and incredibly delicious but it’s so quick and easy you can have dinner on the table in ten minutes and anyone can make it. …
I am excited to share with you some photos that my husband snapped of me recently. I really wanted to have images that would help me remember this pregnancy and had the hardest time deciding what kind of maternity photos I wanted. There were a few things that were making my decision more difficult. 1. …
UPDATE: Looking for more bucket lists? Find all of my printable ones (with blank copies!) RIGHT HERE. I have to admit I’ve been letting myself get a little caught up in stress and worry as my due-date draws closer and our apartment is still on the market. Having been told to cut back my activities …
