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DIY Mickey Pom Pom Clutch

magicallymeganMarch 13, 2018March 13, 2018Leave a comment

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Spring is almost here ( or at least I know so many of us hope so). It’s time to think about Spring and Summer Style. I love a good straw clutch for Spring and Summer. When I saw these straw clutches at Michaels I knew they were perfect for adding some fun of my own too.

Find the clutch in Michaels stores or on line here

I decided to use Pom Poms for this one to add some Disney Style fun. You can find Pom Poms at Target, Michaels as well as here on Amazon. Pinks and White are what I went with as I knew it would be perfect paired with several of my Lilly Pulitzer pieces. I debated threading the Poms or using hot glue and just decided to go with hot glue since I have a more industrial hot glue gun. To determine sizes and colors I laid them out how I wanted them before I made any decisions. These would also be super cute with an assortment of colors.

Once I had them arranged I added glue to the back of each one going down the line and pressing them down firmly.

This was packed in my suitcase and easily survived the trip there and back.

The clutch itself cost me under $6 when Micheals ran them 50% off. The Poms cost me around $3 or $4 and I hardly touched them it feels like so I’ll use them for other projects. I’m actually going to grab another clutch next time I am in the store and try to make one with assorted color Poms or tassels that will look great all Spring and Summer long. The possibilities are endless as to what you could do.

I styled it with one of my Lilly Pulitzer (see similar dress here) dresses, Tory Burch Millers, Lillian and Co Bracelets, and Kendra Scott earrings which all tied together perfectly for a little Disney date night with my husband. This is such a fun and easy way to add a little hidden Mickey into your style. What are some little ways you add a little Disney into your style?

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Valentines Inspired Mickey Mouse Sun Catcher

magicallymeganFebruary 12, 2018Leave a comment

I’m always looking for new things or crafts for us to do at home. Adding in Disney just peaks my girls interest so much more, and keeps her engaged. What can I say we are definitely a Disney family.

These sun catchers are something fun for the kids to do. They can hang on the window to catch the beautiful rays of sun in a fun way. If you have older kids they can do most the work, with younger ones like my toddler you will need to do most the work.

Here is what you need:

A fun paper plate- these were themed to Valentines Day but you could use anything

Big Pieces of Glitter or Confetti

Clear Contact Paper

Scissors

Mickey Cookie Cutter (you can also just use a cut out)

Pen or Marker

Ribbon (optional)

To start flip your plate over to trace your Mickey head onto the paper plate.

Poke your scissors through to cut out the Mickey shape. The plates I used were super thick and harder to cut. I might recommend using something a little less thick.

Cut 2 pieces of contact paper to fit the middle of plate.

Add contact paper to back side of the plate then flip over and add the glitter or confetti. Once that’s added top with the other piece of contact paper, and make sure to smooth it down really well.

I decided to add some ribbon but you don’t have too. To add it I just poked a hole with my scissors and strung it through.

Now you have a fun sun catcher you can make with supplies you probably already have at home. If we could get some Sunshine here so we can use ours that would be great! Make sure to show me all your creations.

In DIY, Lifestyle, Motherhood

14 Days of Love Through Bible Verses

magicallymeganJanuary 31, 2018February 1, 2018Leave a comment

One of my goals for this year is to spread love, kindness and magic. There is no better time to start than in a month filled with love. Most importantly to show my child God’s love, and how we can be God’s Love to others. While at 2 she may not understand all the verses and stories just yet I know the little things we teach them now stick with them.

When I think of TRUE LOVE, or LOVE in general God and Jesus are truly the ultimate definition. Which sparked the 14 Days of Love through Bible Verses.

I grabbed some little foam hearts in the dollar spot at Target, $1 for 8. I could have easily cut out hearts and you can definitely do that. With a toddler I figured the foam ones were a little more durable.

I debated how we would use these for a while, and I decided to display them in the form of garland. Each day we can read the verse for the day, but will be able to look at them all each day.

I had some verses in mind when I thought of this project, and I did some digging for a few others. I used a permanent marker and wrote the verses out on each heart, punches holes in the top and strung them. Because of the space where I wanted to hang them I did it on two strands.

If you have an older child I think it would be super cute to do a a jar with paper hearts with verses. They could pull one out each day to read and hang them some way.

The one verse I didn’t use that I wanted too was John 3:16. If you align it right it actually spells out Valentine. I couldn’t get it to fit on a heart, so I plan on adding this free printable in a little frame you can get it here.

Let use the month to share God’s love and be the example of God’s love. Through social media, in our communities, in our homes and schools. Shine for all to see and spread Love and Kindness.

I’ll be sharing each days verse on my instagram, and a few acts of love or kindness as well. Follow my page over at @magicallymegan and use hashtag #14daysodlove and #magicallymegan so I can see what your doing in your home!

In Christmas, Disney, DIY

DIY Disney Pin Board Ornaments

magicallymeganNovember 17, 2017November 16, 2017Leave a comment

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We have finally been setting up our office space and I came across all our Disney pins. I decided to make some pin boards to add some more art to the office, and actually display our pins.

When I started thinking about Christmas I thought why can’t I display some of our pins on our Disney tree? So the idea for cork ornaments for my pins came about.

To make these I used cardboard and cork contact paper which you can find here. You could also use this type of cork but I used what I had at home. The pins popped right through and stayed put.

Use a large mug or something round to trace the circle on both the cardboard and the contact paper. Cut the shape out and peel the back off the cork and apply to the card board. Trim any excess off.

I like the look of the plain cork but I also wanted to add a little more so I glitter and modge podge for a few others. To do the glitter, apply modge podge onto the cork and then top with glitter. I dump a ton over top a paper plate and then dump what I don’t use back in. Which is usually like half the container. I really like extra fine glitter for projects like these but regular size works too. Once the glitter has tried top with another coat of modge podge to seal it.

You can use ribbon or hooks to hang your ornaments. I used a bakers twine for most of mine and ribbon for the purple one I did since my red and white bakers twine didn’t match.

It was fun to pick out some of our favorite pins to add onto to the tree. We collected the pins from Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party for several years and they have Just been sitting getting no attention. The Christmas Forever Pin aka Cocoa Queen pin are from Oh Yeah Apparel!

After doing the Christmas Pins I wanted to do some themed with our other favorites. I love Ariel so the purple glitter made since to me and the pins were perfect on there.

We both love all so many of the Pixar movies so a collage of our favorites was the perfect fit. My husband loves Eeyore so of course I did that one for him.

When we are there in a few weeks I’ll have to do some trading for some Minnie Mouse pins to do one for my daughter. I had planned too but I didn’t have very many to fill an ornament. What is great about these is you can customize them however you want to with pins, glitter and even paint.

If you collect Disney pins these will be the perfect addition to your Disney tree, or any tree. Do you collect Disney pins and trade them when your in the parks?

Shop some fun Disney Pins!

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DIY Disney Inspired Mini Pumpkins

magicallymeganOctober 26, 2017November 10, 20172 Comments

I set out to paint pumpkins with my toddler this week. Ya it was kinda a mess, but of course I got inspired to make some fun Disney inspired pumpkins.

I had 3 mini pumpkins, and I’ve been all about the glitter so that became a part of what I dreamed up. My toddlers 2 favorites are right now are Minnie Mouse and Ariel so that made it easy to choose for me. Plus Ariel is really my all time favorite.

I started with the Minnie inspired pumpkins. I did two Minnie inspired ones, one in classic colors and one in a shimmery white and gold.

*print from Happily Ever Tees, Tumbler available here in my shop.

These are pretty simple to make. You need paint, glitter (I used extra fine glitter) and modge podge. I started by glittering the stem. Apply modge podge to the stem and then coat in glitter. Once it has dried apply another layer of modge podge to seal. I should have gotten a white pumpkin for the white one because this one took a million coats but after the paint is dried, paint the dots in modge podge and coat with glitter. Shake the excess glitter off the best you can. Once you seal the dots you can wipe off excess glitter.

Next up is the Ears. I used basic card stock scrapbook paper you get a Michaels. I used a bottle of acrylic paint to trace the ears. Then I cut them and made sure they matched. (because as you can see they did not at first) I then folded a small part and hot glued them to the pumpkin.

After completing the classic Minnie Pumpkin I just felt it needed a bow. I used some scrap polka dot fabric I had and hot glue to make that happen. Then I hot glued it right on and fell in love.

For the Ariel inspired one it was pretty simple. Green and purple paint. But then I felt like it needed a little something else and I found these green sequins in what I like to call my Mary Poppins box and that added Exactly what was needed.

These were super easy and fun to do! One day my daughter and I can really design these together. Do you have Disney inspired pumpkins? Happy Halloween!

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How to Update an Old Pair of Minnie Ears in Under 5 minutes

magicallymeganAugust 18, 2017November 10, 2017Leave a comment

Planning Disney outfits are always so much fun, and one of the best accessories to a Disney Day outfit is Minnie Mouse Ears of course. I’ve been doing Disney for years so I have quite the collection of ears. My older classic black sequin ears just needed something new as the old bow was flimsy and didn’t hold in place. Of course I could have bought a new pair but I actually love the way the older ones fit my head vs. the new ones. I actually had 2 of the same ones so I went with 2 different colors.

This is so simple. You need 5 in sequin bows or the bows of your choice. You can get them here or also Etsy depending on what you want. You will also need scissors and a glue gun.

I cut the bow off my old ears to get started. Then i opened the back of my bow because I really like the look of bow being wrapped on the headband and I also wanted to hide the left over glue. I wrapped it around the headband and glued it in the back. There you have it, fresh new fun Minnie Ears for about $2!

I love saving some money and sprucing up old items! Giving something a fresh new look is so much fun for me and I am always thinking of things I can do that for. Go dig out those old ears and add some new fun to your Disney Style!

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How to Make the Perfect Cold Brew Coffee at Home

magicallymeganJune 28, 2017November 10, 2017Leave a comment

It’s summer and sometimes I just don’t crave hot coffee in the warmer months but yet still want my coffee. Everyone always says, oh just our your coffee over ice. NO, this is just not the same as what you get at Starbucks and I actually think its kinda gross. When I discovered cold brew several years ago I knew that did that trick! In the last year Starbucks has actually released at home cold brew packs. They are really great, however at a $11.95 price point to make 2 pitchers it still wasn’t as budget friendly as I wanted it to be though I do still buy them on occasion. If you want to go that route however you can find them here.

I started reading up on the cold brew process, looked at special pitchers and things and decided I would just make my own. It it actually really simple and only take a large jar, mesh strainer and cheese cloth, most items in which I already had at home.

I’ve been using the Seattle’s Best Dark Roast and we have been really big fans of it, but you can use any brand you choose. For us we like darker more full bodied coffees.

Pour your coffee grounds into a large jar. You will want a jar that can hold about 160-200oz. I’ve been using already ground coffee but if you buy whole bean don’t grind it super fine, leave it more coarse it will work better. After coffee is the jar add 10.5 cups of water and stir. The coffee likes to build up at the top so you need to mix it around. Place jar, closed in the refrigerator for no less than 12 hours and no more than 24.

Once coffee has set overnight you will need another container to strain it. I use a large bowl that my strainer fits nicely on. Place strainer on bowl, and then top with 2-3 layers of your cheese cloth. Begin to pour contents of the jar slowly into the strainer, allowing the liquid to seep through. I sometimes have to stop half way and empty my full bowl. You can push and squeeze the coffee in the cheesecloth to get in any extras. Pour your liquid into an airtight container. I use Mason jars.

This is is a coffee concentrate so unless you love super super strong coffee you will want to make sure to mix with water. We drink this every day so I like to make pitchers of it. You can also make it by the glass. My concentrate filled 4 of my mason jars.

To make a pitcher I poured 2 Mason jars of the concentrate into the pitcher and added equal parts water. If you still feel that’s too strong or not strong enough you can do less or more. One batch I added more because it tasted extra strong.

The concentrate can last about 3 months if sealed in your fridge. If you make a pitcher it’s good for about 6-7 days. It does tend to separate some so I stir it good each morning. I like to enjoy it over ice, with stevia in the raw and Califia Farms vanilla almond milk creamer.

Coffee comes first thing each and every day in this house, does it in yours?

I like to enjoy it over ice, with stevia in the raw and Califia Farms vanilla almond milk creamer. Coffee comes first thing each and every day in this house, does it in yours?

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Dairy Free Dole Whip Inspired Popsicles

magicallymeganJune 23, 2017November 10, 20171 Comment

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So here I am again with another popsicle recipe! Popsicles have been a saving grace through toddler teething and these already hot summer days. They seriously make my child so happy. When we are at Disney I love to a Dole Whip or Dole Whip float is my absolute FAVORITE treat, and my favorite part is they are dairy free. With a daughter that has a dairy allergy when I decided on these Dole Whip inspired popsicles, they had to be dairy free too. We had tried some homemade dole whip recipes so those helped create this inspiration a bit.

So here is what you need:

1 bag of Frozen Pineapple

1 can of coconut cream

12 oz of pineapple juice ( I used 2 of the small size cans like these)

1 – 2 TBS of Honey or Agave Nectar to taste

Popsicle Molds

Use a blender and add in frozen pineapple, pineapple juice and the coconut cream. You could also use a large can of pineapple with the juice if you wanted I just don’t love canned pineapple. Once it is mostly blended add in honey or agave nectar ( I used agave and did 2tbs, I tasted until it was just right).

After all ingredients are blended together and consistency is to your liking pour mixture into your popsicle molds. Let the popsicles freeze for at least 24 hours. I had to run under warm water over them get them out. I have a small skinny freezer so it was easier to wrap in wax paper and store in a freezer bag. My husband and I even used them in our own version of Dole Whip floats on our Magic Kingdom Inspired Date Night which you can find here.These made 4 of the bigger popsicles and 8 smaller ones, and left enough for my daughter to drink like it was a smoothie. If you are limited on popsicles molds you might want to cut the recipe in half.

These don’t taste just like my beloved Disney Dole Whip however they do hit the spot. Any recipe I have found for Dole Whip just isn’t the same but at least they can fill the void in between trips. You will get a bit of a coconut flavor but I honestly couldn’t tell all that much. These went fast, and yet again I can’t seem to keep any popsicles we have been making stocked in the freezer. I’m thinking about trying these subbed with other fruits, maybe some strawberries. What do you think?

In Disney, DIY, Lifestyle, Motherhood

Last Minute DIY Father’s Day Gift

magicallymeganJune 14, 2017November 10, 201710 Comments

Father’s Day is this weekend and if you are like I am sometimes you are scrambling for a last minute gift. Year after year for holidays I say I will do better and well let me tell ya, it hasn’t changed. Adding a child to that mix has not helped things at all. I continue to say I’ll do better, sometimes I do but you know what as Mom’s we just do the best we can.

The first idea I have for you is a Star Wars inspired craft with Yoda. For this you will need craft paint in green, brown, black, and white. You will also need paint brush or brushes and a canvas or sturdy paper. I went with a smaller canvas, If you have a young child you will need an incredible amount of patience. Super easy, place green paint on the bottom of the child’s foot and place upside down on your canvas. If the child is old enough let them do the remainder if not the rest is up to you. Paint arms and ears in the green and let dry. Add in some white in the ears, for eyes. Place black dots in the eyes. Use the brown paint to paint the stick Yoda holds. You can use the brown or black to write the words ” Yoda the Best Daddy.” You could also do Yoda the Best Dad in the Galaxy, Yoda the best Dad Ever there are many variations. Once its dry your all done, and have completed a fun father day craft. I put our daughters name and year on the back of the canvas.

The second craft is a grill tray. We did this gift last year. I had planned to do a white ceramic tray but I wanted something practical that could be used and also wasn’t going to break. After lots of searching I found a clear tray at Target for about $10. The tricky part is you have to basically do this backwards or mirrored so it shoes through correctly. I so wish I had my silhouette cameo when I did this. If you have one you could so use this and mirror your words. We used a foot print and a hand print for this one. Once I got everything on the tray and dried, I sprayed a clear sealer over the back so the paint wouldn’t chip. You could also use clear modge podge. If your giving Dad a new grill for Fathers Day this is the perfect addition. My husband got one last year for his April Birthday so we gifted the tray with some new grill utensils.

So if your running around looking for a last minute DIY for Dad these are 2 great projects that will be super easy for you to throw together quickly. These gifts are sure to make the Dads in your life smile!