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A few years ago I noticed a suspicious spot on one of my arms.  After keeping tabs on it for a month or two, I finally went to the dermatologist.  And boy, am I glad I did.  The spot turned out to be pre-cancerous (yikes!).  Lucky for me, the dermatologist was able to freeze it off (two sessions of liquid carbon dioxide - ouch!).  Thankfully, the spot never returned.  Since then, I've been a stickler for sunscreen.  Here are some of my faves:

Banana Boat Sport Mineral Sunscreen


This budget-friendly option is water resistant for up to 80 minutes.  I like that it's gentle enough for sensitive skin, but offers protection for UVA/UVB rays.  The non-greasy formula is perfect for a busy lifestyle.

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Mist Sunscreen Spray



I've been a big fan of Neutrogena since my 20s.  As a former acne sufferer, the brand has quite literally been a lifesaver.  Much like its skincare line, this sunscreen is non-comedogenic and oil-free - a big bonus for me.  I love the convenience of just tossing the can into my bag before leaving the house.  It's also priced right at under $10 (depending upon the retailer).

Coola Fragrance-Free Mineral Body Sunscreen SPF 50



This one is my splurge.  You may think $32 is a little pricey for sunscreen, however Coola uses 70%+ certified organic ingredients.  It's also fragrance free, vegan, gluten free and cruelty free.  Like the more budget-friendly options, this one also provides protection from UVA/UVB rays and is water resistant for up to 80 minutes.

Whichever brand fits your budget, I remind everyone of the importance of wearing sunscreen (even in the winter!).

Jeanine

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Here's an easy project that only requires a small amount of time and supplies.  You'll need some Dollar Tree garden stakes, Mod Podge, paper and a printer.

Once you grab your Dollar Tree supplies, head on over to The Graphics Fairy for some amazing vintage vegetable images.  I found the ones I wanted and printed them off to the smallest setting my printer would allow.
Next, simply rip out your images.  (I distressed the edges of mine for a more vintage look, but you could easily skip that step.)  Then glue them on using your Mod Podge.  Once that is dry, apply a coat to the top of the paper to seal in your image. 

We're expecting rain tonight, so I'll be able to see how they held up tomorrow morning.  Total for this project: $2.50 (for the garden stakes and Mod Podge; I had everything else I needed).

Jeanine


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I'm back after a much-needed blogging break!  I'm recuperating after our own weekend garage sale and ready to get my crafting/thrifting back on!

Jeanine
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I'm still here!  Just been taking a little bit of a much-needed break from blogging. Hoping to get back into the swing of things shortly.

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 Sharing super easy bunny silhouette frames today.
You'll need two of these Dollar Tree beaded frames.  When you flip them over, you'll see the backing can be removed and you can add whatever background you like.  I used peel & stick cork for one and cardstock for the other.
I used my Cricut to cut out my bunny silhouettes (using the Easter cartridge).  If you don't have a Cricut, a quick Pinterest search for free bunny silhouettes will get you what you need.  You'll have to cut them out yourself, though.  You'll also need to cut your cardstock to size.
Once you have your bunnies glued to your background, simply add it to the frame, securing the back.  Done and done!

This project literally cost me $2.50 for the frames.  I had everything else I needed.

Jeanine

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It seems like just yesterday I was decorating for Valetine's Day...and now here I am getting my Irish on for St. Patrick's Day.
I don't have a lot in the way of decorations.  I made the lucky sign using a Dollar Tree frame and DaFont.  I never let a holiday go by without using Scrabble tiles.
If you follow me on Instagram, you might notice the green vases I picked up at our local thrift store.  The tray is from Target ($5!) and I made yet another lucky sign using - yup, you guessed it - another Dollar Tree frame.  

And that's about it.  I've actually already starting working on some Easter pieces, lol.

Jeanine
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