An ordinary property visit, a stranger's car, and a moment that still gives me goosebumps. Today I was out tooling around, visiting properties, when I found myself in a neighborhood that brought back a memory from many years ago. And let me tell you, even after all these years, this one STILL gives me goosebumps! It was back when part of my job involved meeting with property owners who were interested in hiring our company for property management services. I'd visit their pro

Something deliciously spooky is happening at Tastefully Simple! 👻🍎 Halloween isn't just about candy! It's also the perfect excuse to whip up some fun treats, get creative in the kitchen, and stock up on your favorite Tastefully Simple goodies. And this week, Tastefully Simple has a special treat for YOU! From October 23–30, 2026, you can save up to $20 on your favorite Tastefully Simple products! 🍬 Pick Your Treat! 🎃 $10 OFF your $60 purchase Use promo code: TRICK26 👻 $2

These Little LED Tea Lights Are Perfect for Paper Crafting! You know how sometimes the simplest little things can make the BIGGEST difference in a project? Well, I've found another favorite, and I just had to share it with you! This week's Kim's Pick is a 24-pack of Battery Operated LED Tea Lights, and I'm loving them! I'm actually using these little lights in my upcoming Luminary Christmas Card Class, and let me tell you... they are PERFECT! ❤️ There's just something magical

One Cake Mix, Two Delicious Possibilities! If there's one thing you know about me, it's that I LOVE to bake! ❤️ And when I find something that makes baking a little easier without sacrificing deliciousness, you know I'm going to share it! Well, here's a fun idea from Tastefully Simple that I just had to share. Did you know you can turn cake mixes into COOKIES?! That's right! Those delicious Tastefully Simple cake mixes aren't just for cakes anymore. With a few additional ingr

Oh my goodness, friends! I just had to share a sneak peek of something NEW coming from Stampin' Up! that has me SO excited! If you love cooking, baking, preserving family memories, or creating handmade gifts, you're going to LOVE this one! Introducing the Taste & Tradition Recipe Book Kit, available November 3, 2026! 💕 More Than Just a Recipe Book! We all have those special recipes, don't we? Maybe it's Grandma's famous Christmas cookies, Mom's homemade pie, or that one fami

October 21–23, 2026 | THREE DAYS ONLY! Oh my goodness, my crafty friends! 💙 If you've had your eye on some new dies or die cutting tools, NOW is the time to grab them! Stampin' Up! is having a FLASH SALE, and for three days only, you can save 15% on select dies and die cutting tools! 🎉 You know how much I LOVE my dies! They make creating beautiful handmade cards, scrapbook pages, gift packaging, and paper crafts so much easier. And let's face it, can we ever really have too

There's Gnome Place Like Crafting for Christmas! 🎄 🎅 Oh, GNOME you didn't! 😂❤️ Christmas is getting closer, and I've got a little holiday mischief planned for my next Christmas Card Class! If you love adorable gnomes, handmade Christmas cards, and spending time with crafty friends, you're going to LOVE this one! We're bringing the Merry Mischief Stamps & Dies from Stampin' Up! to life with some fun coloring, fabulous textures, and the cutest little Christmas details! And s

Some recipes are more than just recipes. They're memories, traditions, and little pieces of our hearts that we get to share with the people we love. I think the very first thing I ever baked with my mom was chocolate chip cookies. We both loved to bake, and I have such wonderful memories of spending time together in the kitchen. All these years later, baking is still my happy place. ❤️ There's just something special about being in the kitchen, especially on a chilly day, with

As a property manager, I spent a lot of time in court. At one point, I was probably there at least once a month. Court became pretty routine, and over the years we learned a LOT about process serving, obtaining judgments, negotiating payment plans, and collecting money owed to our clients. And then there was Minnie. Minnie was a particularly difficult tenant who was very good at avoiding our attempts to collect the money she owed. She was also pretty good at avoiding being pe

Oh my goodness, I am LOVING this month's sampler!! 💛 Who says October has to be all about pumpkins and Halloween? This month, we're celebrating FLOWERS! 🌻🌸 I've designed a beautiful 9-square floral sampler filled with sunflowers, pretty petals, fabulous textures, and lots of dimension! And here's what I love most about this one… you can display it ANY TIME of the year! 💙💛 We're creating with three fabulous Stampin' Up! products: 🌻 Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder — Gorgeo

Looking for a quick, adorable handmade Christmas gift that won't break the bank? I've got just the project for you! FREE PRINTABLE TUTORIAL BELOW Welcome, Handmade Holiday Hop friends! 🌼 I'm so excited to share my newest little creation with you — the Little Pocket of Joy! Sometimes the sweetest gifts come in the smallest packages, and this project is proof! With just ONE 6" x 12" piece of Stampin' Up! Designer Series Paper, you can create an adorable little accordion-style

Over the years, I’ve managed just about every kind of property you can imagine. I got my start with single-family homes, two-family properties, and small multi-family rentals. As our business grew and we took on more investment clients, we eventually found ourselves managing some pretty large apartment complexes. Those properties came with their own staffs, their own systems, and—as I quickly learned—their own whole new level of property management. And yes, I have stories. B

🧄 Garlic Lovers... and Vampire Friends! 🧛 There’s no such thing as too much garlic—especially when there might be vampires around! 😂 October 5–9, save $2.99 on participating Tastefully Simple garlic favorites. It’s the perfect time to stock your pantry with those seasonings that make weeknight meals quick, easy and delicious. But you know me—I couldn’t leave this as just a food post. I had to add a little paper crafting! ✂️🧄🧛 How cute would it be to turn White Gable Box

🐾 Calling all cat lovers, dog lovers, and Christmas crafters! ❤️🐾🎄 The Christmas Companions Kit is available beginning October 6, and seriously… how cute is this one?! Between the mischievous cats, playful pups, Christmas trees, presents, and festive colors, these cards are just plain FUN. If you have friends or family members who adore their four-legged companions, I think you'll especially love having these cards ready to send this Christmas. 🎄 What’s in the Christmas

October’s Product of the Month is a showstopper! ⭐ The Shining Stars Dies include 23 versatile dies—and you can get the entire set for just $5 with a qualifying $75 order.

There’s something extra fun about creating with brand-new paper, and that’s exactly what we’ll be doing at my October Card Class! 💙 The beautiful Painted Collage Designer Series Paper is new October 6, and we’re going to put it right to work just a few days later! Join me for a fun morning of stamping, creating, and trying a variety of cardmaking techniques and layouts. We’ll make 5 all-occasion cards, each with its own style and design. ✂️ October Card Class Details 🗓️ Sat

If chocolate, cheesecake and buttery toffee had a love language, I’m pretty sure this would be it. 😂 I came across these Toffee Brownie Cheesecake Bars from Tastefully Simple and immediately thought two things: First: Oh my goodness, I need to make these. And second: Wouldn’t these be adorable packaged in a Stampin’ Up! White Gable Box?! This is exactly the kind of recipe I love—something that looks and tastes extra special, but starts with a mix that makes life a whole lot

February 5–7, 2027 | Hilton Garden Inn, East Syracuse, NY It’s happening again! 💙 There’s something pretty special about getting away for a weekend with your crafty friends. No laundry calling your name. No errands that need to be run. No feeling guilty because you’ve spent the entire afternoon working on one project. Just time to create, laugh, relax and enjoy being together. And for 2027, we’re making things even cozier because we’re adding a PAJAMA theme! 🩷❄️ Pack your f

This is a fun collection to create for the holiday and display all winter long. 📅 Saturday, October 31st at 10:00 AM 📍 201 Hungry Lane, Central Square ✨ What’s Included: 8x8 frame Pre-cut pages for assembly Fairy lights Step-by-step instruction 💵 Cost: $25 for each ($75 total for all 3) includes everything listed above. You can do 1, 2 or all 3. Just let me know which ones under the individual pictures in the pictures below 📅 RSVP BY 10/17 🛠 What You’ll Need to Bring

24 little boxes… 24 days of Christmas fun! ❤️💚 Join me for a festive morning of Christmas crafting as we create this adorable Advent Treat Box Tree! Each of the 24 boxes can be filled with a little treat, note, activity, or surprise and opened as you count down the days until Christmas. This is one of those projects that’s just as much fun to display as it is to make—and you can bring it out again year after year! 📅 Saturday, October 24 ⏰ 10:00 AM 📍 201 Hungry Lane, Centra