How was your weekend, everyone?! Mine was lovely despite a cold that I contracted over the past couple of days. It's taken a turn for the worse this morning, but I'm glad I didn't let it stop me this weekend. The weather was so beautiful! I am usually sad this time of year because Fall just means Winter is near and anyone that knows me is well aware of how much I hate the cold. I would be fine if I could move to Thailand with my sister and have a year round Summer. But this year is a little different considering Indiana set the record for the most 90 + degree days in a month and since we have experienced the worse drought since the Dust Bowl. I guess I'm kind of ready (for once) for it to cool down.

Yesterday afternoon we took a spur of the moment trip to Anderson Orchard with our friends, Shawn and Jessica. Believe it or not, I have never been to a real Apple Orchard before! My brother and sister reminded me yesterday that we did go to another "orchard" several years ago. My mom tried to do something different and decided to take us to an apple picking place that a friend recommended. If I am remembering correctly, it ended up being nothing more than a gas station full of creepers where you walk in and pick up apples out of a bucket. I must admit... the whole thing is a little fuzzy so I think I must have tried to suppress that memory. LOL.

ANYWAY... yesterday was a much better experience! We had so much fun! It was the perfect way to kick off the Fall season. We picked a huge bag of yummy apples. The best part of picking them was that you can sample all of them before you pick which kinds you want. They were so much better than what I usually buy at the store and I can't wait to start baking with some of them! 

Things I'm Loving Thursday : Confetti

Who DOESN'T love it?! Confetti can make any ordinary day festive. Thank goodness it's no longer strictly limited to parties or celebrations! I'm loving this trend.

The Glitter Guide

Confetti Tray

Confetti Wall

Confetti Invitation

Confetti Dress

Confetti Gift Wrap



Confetti Print



DIY Confetti Tumblers

  

Long Weekend

I really enjoyed this past weekend. Darren and I took the day off work on Friday and headed down to his favorite place in the world, Dale Hollow Lake. It's literally in the middle of nowhere which is frustrating for me at times, but it is also a blessing to be forced to "unplug" for awhile. The sun was shining and the weather was close to perfect the entire time we were away and I am really missing it now that I'm home in Indiana where it's cold and rainy today. The best part of the trip was that I was able to meet up with one of my oldest friends, Sarah Beth. We met on the first day of 5th grade and our hearts were permantly knit together. She is one of those people who you may not see for years, but as soon as you are together again you start right where you left off. So here's to the lake, sunshine, and dear friends. I'm going to pretend I'm still floating on the boat and soaking up the sun on this rainy day at home.











Very First Craft Show

This weekend I took the plunge into the world of craft shows. I was soooo nervous and I had no idea what to expect, but thanks to my obsessive planning and amazing mother-in-law to assist me it ended up turning out wonderfully! I was able to meet a lot of really great people from customers to other vendors and I had a fabulous time. It was definately a learning experience and I'm so happy I decided to give it a go. Now I can't wait until my next show! Here are some pictures of my booth. Let me know what you think!

Freebie Friday!

I know that you ALL want one of these beautiful, crafty spools of Baker's Twine! Well, today's your lucky day cause it's Freebie Friday on the Bahana Splits Boutique Facebook page! Click HERE Find out how you can win a FREE Spool (240 yards) of Baker's Twine! There are 18 colors to choose from including the coolest Halloween and Christmas colored twines! Good luck and Happy Friday!