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It's probably no surprise that I've already started working on some Valentine's Day projects.  Today I'm sharing some sweet framed prints that were super easy and relatively free to make.  To start, I jumped over to Pinterest and started searching up shiplap backgrounds.
After scrolling through what seemed like 100 shiplap wall paper pins, I finally found a pretty background that perfectly captured what I was looking for.  After downloading it to my computer, I headed over to DaFont to find some faux calligraphy fonts that I could use for my prints.  My favorite is called Autumn in November.  It's what I used on this "i love you more" print above.
Then I found this great old typewriter font that was just screaming out to be used too.  It's called Lucky Typewriter.  Now if you're not familiar with DaFont, you simply search up the type of font you are looking for and then download it safely to your computer.  Yes, you have to go through the whole extract all files hub-bub, but believe me, it's worth it!
Once you've downloaded your font, simply print out your shiplap background onto plain white paper (or cardstock).  Then open a Word document and line up your words for how you want them to look on the shiplap paper.  Feed the shiplap paper (that you already printed) through your printer and simply print the Word document onto it.  

Super easy, right?!  Total cost $0 - unless you're like me and you had to head to Target to buy a new 8x10 frame to put one in.  So this cost me $6.99 total.

Jeanine
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Merry Christmas to my bloggy friends!  

I've been such a naughty blogger of late.  Hopefully I didn't end up on Santa's naughty list!  I plan on getting my craft groove back on after the holidays.  I've missed it, but as we all know, life sometimes gets in the way.  I'm wishing you all a very happy and healthy holiday season!  See you soon,

Jeanine
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Guess who just signed up to become an Amazon Affiliate?  This girl!  I'm still learning the ropes, so any advice other affiliates care to share will be much appreciated!

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I dressed up this mini pail with a free printable from On Sutton Place.  Sometimes I like to keep it simple.  I also used tea-stained seam binding, faux moss and one of my French script candles.

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It's definitely beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Okio B house!
I actually started decorating inside a couple of weeks ago.  Yes, I am that person.  Ha ha.  A lot of the pieces and projects you've probably seen from past Christmas posts.  I switch things around though every year for a new look.
There is a touch of Christmas in just about every room in the house.
My hubby did the outside lights over the weekend.  I have to snap some pics of that.  He did a great job again, but we still have a few random pieces to put out.
My decorations are a mix of handmade and then pieces from Target, Ikea and Home Goods.  I couldn't resist the stocking from the Gaines' Target line.
Remember these little tins from last year?!  So much fun to make.
My snowman corner hutch.
I feel like this is missing a little something.
This little crate is under our tv table.  I love stocking it with bits and pieces.
Last up is this little tote in the kitchen.  I have to keep it simple because we don't have a lot of countertop space.

Hope you enjoyed this mini Christmas tour!

Jeanine
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Sharing a super easy Christmas ornament you can make in 15 minutes or less!
I actually made these last year for a Christmas fair.  They went over really well, but I did have some leftovers.  All you need are some Jenga blocks, Scrabble tiles, a glue gun and wire (paint optional).
I started by painting some of the Jenga blocks red.  Some I left plain because I think they look more rustic.  Anywho, start by drilling holes on either side of the block - this is so you can add your wire.  Next use your glue gun to glue the tiles onto the front of each block.
Once that's dry, you just slip your wire through the tops and coil them up at the bottom so they stay in place.  You can add your own embellishments.  I added the rusty bell to my JOY one (and most of the ones I sold had the bells).  Super easy, right?
While I was at it, I used a vintage ruler and some Scrabble tiles to make another design.  This one has a rhinestone embellishment and I used a soda tab to string some baker's twine through for easy hanging.
Think of the possibilities!  You can do family names or other seasonal expressions - as long as they fit the Jenga block.  This idea is floating all around the blogosphere and Pinterest, but everyone has their own take on it - and now you can add yours too!

Jeanine  
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