Rulers Rule...How do you think these measure up?

 Happy Wednesday!!

How's your day measuring up?

The only thing I see measuring up is the snow accumulation.

Enough about the Snow!

Let's cheer ourselves up with a fun project.

Are you ready?

The Do~it~Yourself....6ft. Ruler!!

What's that you ask?

It's a fun way to show off your growing child, plus it adds a fun design element to any room.

First Up..We have this cute "Artwork display Area"

By: Home is what you make it!

They have the 6ft. ruler,

Next to it..

They have clipboards for displaying kids artwork..

You can just switch it out!

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Source: www.homeiswhatyoumakeit.com

Next Up,

We have this adorable Spring Front Porch.

My dear neighbor made me one a few years back & this is exactly what I'm doing with mine!

The designer from: Cottage in the Oaks

Added some adorable Lanterns, Mason Jars, flowers, and a cute chalkboard to make it complete!

Source: www.cottageintheoaks.com

This next one even looks adorable in a living room!

This Chevron Ruler from:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/124898698/growth-ruler-distressed-grey-and-creamy?ref=shop_home_feat

Will run you around $67.00 but is Oh so Cute!

 A more affordable option from Etsy is the Burlap Version

Love how it just lays nicely next to any door, taking up little space!

Like what you see?

Want to try to make one at on your own?

 Follow this Link for the Easy Do it yourself Instructions:

http://adventuresindecoratinganddesign.blogspot.com/2012/01/ruler-growth-chart.html 

Looking for a Different Color or Style:

This one would be adorable in a Nursery

&

It's easy and affordable!

Source here: http://www.thepinningmama.com/5-30-minute-wooden-growth-chart/

If you are like me and need to watch something to learn how!

Here is a great tutorial :)

Not sure your Ready to "do it yourself"

You can purchase them on Etsy!

These are from:

 https://www.etsy.com/listing/153130893/painted-ruler-growth-chart-wood-growth?ref=related-0

They are adorable with the names on them & run around $67.00 

Hope You Enjoyed today's Do-it Yourself Project!

When it comes to home improvement

Altobelli Peterson Construction measures up against all the rest!

Give us a call for all you Siding, Roofing, Gutter, Decking, Window, Or Door Needs

at

1-218-744-3350

or email me at speterson@abcironrange.com

Looking for more DO-IT-YOURSELF projects

Check out a previous post,

A plank wall for Under $100

 http://altobellipetersonconstruction.blogspot.com/2014/04/i-got-promotedplus-awesome-diy-plank.html 

Thanks,

Shelby

Last Minute St. Patricks Day Treat!

Happy St. Patrick's Day Everyone!

Hope you  have "the Luck of the Irish" on your side today.

I wanted to take just a few minutes

 to show you a fun, last minute treat

 you can enjoy with you family tonight.

They are LIME Sherbert Floats & they Only need two Ingredients!!

Yes, TWO INGREDIENTS

Lime Sherbet and Lemon Lime Soda!

 Scoop in the Sherbet & Add the Soda!

  And there you have it!

Amazingly delicious treats!

 

 For the whole Family to Enjoy!

We can thank

 http://homecookingmemories.com/lime-sherbet-floats-green-recipes-st-patrick-day/

for this awesome recipe!

I think we "struck gold" with this fun, easy recipe!

~Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone~

Hi ho, hi ho...off to the store I go!

 Enjoy your day,

Shelby

Getting Ready to Deck your halls..."Oh wait, A Lifetime Movie is on!"

...Getting Ready to DECK your halls!

This weekend, I am starting to decorate for Christmas!

Yes, you heard me right....

I know, I know..early right?

Well, this year our home is part of the Essentia Health Festival of Trees Home tour.

So...that means, by Nov. 20th...My house needs to be "decked".

This is a hard task because this year, I don't have a decorator coming in.

You are looking at her.

This girl is taking it on...HELP!

 For my brain, this is a hard task because I very often find myself distracted.

This is a TYPICAL Christmas decorating day for me!

I get everything out and then:

"Oh wait, I need Christmas music"

"Oh wait, I need some hot chocolate!"

"Oh wait, where did I put that one sign from last year?"

..So, I head down stairs to find it..

"Wow, it's messy down here!"

"I better clean up in the basement!"

"Wow, these floors are sticky...I better mop down here!"

"Wow, I'm tired..let me sit on the couch and watch lifetime for a minute!"

""Oh wow...it's dinner time!"

"What are we having for dinner?"

"I better run to the store and get us something!"

"Time to eat our late dinner!"

"I might check facebook quick!"

"Wow kids, you need a quick bath!"

"I better throw in a few loads while I'm up here!"

"Kids, time for bed...okay, I'll lay with you for a few minutes!"

Okay, mom's OUT!

 I get easily distracted when I am doing a task I have a hard time with or don't know where to start.

Does this ever happen to you guys?
Am I the only one stranded on planet distraction?
...anyone, anyone?

 

 So, I made myself some tips to make decorating more enjoyable.

Hope you enjoy!

Three ways to Make "Decking" your halls more timely

#1. Make the hot chocolate & put on the music BEFORE you start.

#2. Cancel your cable ahead of time so you don't get sucked into a Lifetime movie. 

#3. Don't go "tuck your kids into bed"..ZZZZZ!

 

All in All, I am looking forward to this. It's going to be fun!

I just need to get started.

Look at me now, I'm being really productive...I'm blogging about how unproductive I am,while trying to be productive.

Ha, ha...I'm shutting the computer off and getting going!

Bye Everyone!

Peace and Love!

WISH ME LUCK...I need it!

If you didn't have a chance to read yesterday's blog, check it out!
It was a little dedication to dear daughter:
http://altobellipetersonconstruction.blogspot.com/2015/11/there-is-this-girl-she-kind-of-has-my.html