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VIDEO ON HOW TO ADD CHILDHOOD KEEPSAKES TO THE DECOR

February 2, 2022

This is an updated post (and video) to this post. It’s all about creative ways to add childhood keepsakes where everyone can see them.

Hello! Have you checked on your childhood keepsakes? Do you have them in a storage tub or file box? Please stay a minute or two to find inspiration on how to add childhood or family keepsakes to the decor.

how to add childhood keepsakes and family heirlooms into decor

I shared an updated video on how to add childhood keepsakes to bookcases and corners. You can scroll to the bottom for the video at the end of the post or there is a link to my Youtube channel a few scrolls below. If you leave a comment or follow you can enter to win this Pottery Barn gift card.

The key is don’t overthink what you want to display. The memories and laughs are the goals of this rainy or snowy day Saturday afternoon project.

If they are like most of mine they are in storage boxes underneath the stairs in the basement. Until recently, the boxes were filled with art projects, Mother’s Day cards, Thanksgiving turkey recipes and holiday crafts.

Tucked in other boxes were my children’s first swimsuits (they were so tiny) and their baptismal outfits and blankies. Some of the keepsakes stayed tucked safely inside for another time.

how to add childhood keepsakes to your  home's decor

HOW TO ADD CHILDHOOD KEEPSAKES

But others, too cute to not display, needed to be in the heart of the home.

My son’s cowboy boots are a favorite of mine. Now they have a new job title: bookends.

I smile every time I pass his little mud-caked boots I smile. They just make me smile.

If you are going to bail on this post watch the video. It’s a favorite of my new youtube channel.

My daughter’s pottery pieces are now tucked into the boxwood planters. Here glass marble stepping stone has seen better days (it had an unfortunate run-in with the edge of the lawnmower wheel), but it’s tucked between these pavers.

Adding childhood keepsakes into the decor (and they can be your own or spouses or parents’ keepsakes just make sense. Why not do it now?

And, with that realization, I sorted through a few favorites and worked them into the decor. And you know what happened? I smile every single time I pass these family keepsakes and works of art. Scroll below for the updated video. The first one was in the early days of my Youtube channel.

Below is the trifecta for one of my boy’s favorite, childhood keepsakes. The video shows my enthusiasm for this project idea.

CHILDHOOD KEEPSAKE VIDEO

It is a reminder to pull those keepsakes out of storage and share the memories with your kids, family and friends. They will love the stories. Here is a 80-second video I made on how and more importantly why I add child and family keepsakes to the decor.

I shared a little love with the future owners of our home when I dropped a few school crafts into this time capsule during our kitchen renovation.

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Tagged: decor, Family, KEEPSAKES, STORIES, TIPS

THE WEEKEND EDIT #30

February 27, 2021

sharing family stories and fun finds on the Weekend Edit

Happy Saturday!

Quick question? Are dogs allergic to nuts?

Elliott (our Berner rescue) is recovering from an allergic reaction of unknown origin. I shared his symptoms in my Stories over the weekend. This is the face he makes at the vet.

Do they make epi-pens for dogs? Elliott may need a little epi-puppy pen until we figure out the source of his allergy. Here is what went down:

The other day I reached into the back seat (which I will never do again after watching the first episode of this amazing show with Bryan Cranston) and I spilled my Realtor life container of mixed nuts.

When I got home I scooped up a handful on the floor of the backseat and just tossed the mixed nuts into the driveway for the birds. Now I am wondering if Elliott got into them and had an allergic reaction.

This is Elliott finally settling down with our favorite blanket to fight over in the family room. With that face I might buy him his own blankie.

My husband told me he wants to get a ….. paint sprayer. What could possibly go wrong?

Here is a peek of our living room this week.

My husband has many talents but apparently, the one that will have the ladies lining up at the door (or on a dating site in the event of an “accidental incident with his first wife (me), is for his carpentry skills.

And, the busier he is with work the more he whittles away in his garage.

Last week I shared these ideas for our 2 story living room wall. I was so excited until he mentioned a paint sprayer.

living-room-library

Anyone from Colorado? 

I have a flurry of first-time home buyers and these young professionals are getting shut out of the Denver real estate market with appraisal gaps, cash offers and buyers waiving inspections. My daughter who owns a condo in downtown Denver is getting nervous that she may have to live with us (again) to save money to buy a future home.

Movie and Book Critic

I follow and I am a friend to a blogger who gives the best movie, shows and book reviews. Stop by Katie’s blog and tell her Laura sent you over for her favorites. I have a Pinterest board dedicated to Katie’s suggestions.

Vegan Recipes

I started a vegan board because of another blog friend, Heather who shares great recipes and Trader Joe’s finds. Tell her Laura sent you!

Tiered Tray Inspo

If you want the sweetest blogger who is as adorable as she is kind, please stop by Andrea’s blog.

I bought this tiered tray because of Andrea’s amazing holiday and seasonal tiered trays.

This is my version… #goals.

Mountain Home Envy

If you want a little mountain home you have to check out Jennifer at Town and Country where she shared this home and a few more.

Instagram Prompts

Having commitment issues with Instagram? Joanne Hawker shares free, monthly printables to get you on track. 

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