CJMeyer Adventures

Collecting & Designing Beautiful Memories

Category: In the Workshop

  • Easy Spring Gift Box

    I fell in love with this beautiful lattice gift box in the silhouette store.  And, it just happened to be the right size for a darling album from one of Olivia’s sessions with our favorite photographer, Tiffany Henning. I cut the file out using my silhouette and adorned the top of the box with a…

  • Around Here: April 2014

    Around Here: April 2014

    I didn’t think that life could actually get fuller.  And then it did.  April has flown by and I’m trying to catch my breath and replace moments of overwhelm with confident faith that everything that needs to get done will.  This month I have been: … finishing projects. … planning surprises. … reading this article:…

  • Create Inspiration Party- Spring Treat Boxes

    Create Inspiration Party- Spring Treat Boxes

    Welcome to the Create Inspiration Team’s April Party! We are so excited to share some DIY Spring and Easter themed projects with you today.  Before we jump into our featured tutorials, we have an exciting announcement….. Jessica Sprague’s new sister site, Snap Click Supply Company, is now officially LIVE!  We love her new site, dedicated…

  • Lately… March 2014

    Lately… March 2014

    Quiet on the blog lately… a sneak peak at what’s going on behind the scenes: …watching this sweet girl GROW. …crafting like crazy for a special celebration.  Can’t wait to reveal more! …enjoying the first couple days of SPRING weather (hello, 60 degrees!) …turning 30 in 2 short weeks! …finishing outstanding kitchen projects (tile, crown…

  • Easy Winter Craft Activity

    Easy Winter Craft Activity

    Our part of the country has been known to have a late snowfall during the month of March.  As winter draws to a close, I thought I would share one last craft activity that can be pulled together in a matter of minutes.  Olivia’s cousins, ages 4-9, stayed with us over The Holidays and we…

  • Create Inspiration Party- DIY Spring Cupcake Toppers

    Create Inspiration Party- DIY Spring Cupcake Toppers

    Welcome to the Create Inspiration Team’s February Party! Spring is in the air, friends!  After a LONG winter, our area finally surpassed the 40 degree mark.  Pretty soon, the crocus and daffodils will be blooming and I can’t wait!  In honor of this “spring fever,” I put together a project that is perfect for your…

  • DIY Art Print for St. Patrick’s Day

    DIY Art Print for St. Patrick’s Day

    Some St. Patrick’s Day art inspiration for you this weekend: To complete this simple art print, I used a journaling card from the St. Patrick’s Day Mini-Theme Collection by Echo Park.  Then, I added several text layers and several embellishments, including a center shamrock made out of sparkly gold hearts.  Love this simple quote– perfect…

  • Valentine Recipe Idea

    Valentine Recipe Idea

    A few weeks ago, I attended a class taught by STL Veg Girl, Caryn Dugan.  I sampled tofu and seitan dishes… and actually LOVED them!  I tried recreating one of her amazing recipes at our annual Pinks and Drinks girls get-together before Valentine’s Day. The chocolate mousse was a hit!  After requests, I mailed the…

  • Valentine Countdown

    Valentine Countdown

    Pinterest is exploding with amazing ideas for creative Valentines these days.  When I saw this PIN, I knew I had to try and make these fun airplanes!  As I clicked through to the post for the instructions, I found 7 more darling projects featured on a blog hop.  I instantly realized that these inspiring projects…

  • Valentine Party Ideas: Pinks and Drinks Invitation

    Valentine Party Ideas: Pinks and Drinks Invitation

    As you might have seen in my Instagram feed, we are decorated for Valentine’s Day!  Each February, I look forward to pulling out treasured Valentine’s I’ve received from family and friends over the years.  I came across an invitation I sent out nearly 4 years ago and couldn’t resist sharing it with you. The inspiration…