CJMeyer Adventures

Collecting & Designing Beautiful Memories

Category: DIY Projects

  • Coco Chanel Inspired Baby Shower

    Coco Chanel Inspired Baby Shower

    I’m absolutely thrilled to announce that a baby shower I hosted back in March for a dear friend is being featured on Kara’s Party Ideas! Click HERE for the all the party details!

  • Nautical Birthday Party

    Nautical Birthday Party

    With the end of summer drawing near, I couldn’t resist one more opportunity to use elements from the Ahoy Collection by Carta Bella.  I just love this grouping of anchors, sea sentiments, and ocean inspired designs.  Remember the nautical birthday card I shared last month?  Here are several more ideas to accompany an anchor themed…

  • Olivia’s Nursery Update: A Reading Nook

    Olivia’s Nursery Update: A Reading Nook

    We just officially completed a little reading nook in Olivia’s room and can’t wait to share it! When James’ parents came to visit Olivia in March 2013, they helped us create a custom bookshelf based on this popular Pottery Barn product.  James and his Dad worked all weekend to craft this beautiful piece so our…

  • 7 Projects Celebrating Digital Scrapbooking & Design

    7 Projects Celebrating Digital Scrapbooking & Design

    Last week, I shared 7 fun digital projects on the Snap Click Supply Co’s blog in honor of JessicaSprague.com turning 7!  What a milestone!  Jessica and her team are truly leaders in the world of digital scrapbooking and design. I just LOOOVE the Fresh Cut digital collection– the digital designs are perfect for your Spring…

  • Father’s Day Gift 2014

    Father’s Day Gift 2014

    To celebrate Father’s Day this year, I knew I wanted to do something special for James.  We’ve had quite a year of ups and downs!  When I saw a template for adorable printable book on the blog I Heart Nap Time, I knew it would be the perfect gift for our superhero!  Here’s how my…

  • In the Workshop: Quick and Easy Scrapbook Page

    In the Workshop: Quick and Easy Scrapbook Page

    Want to know how I made this? Click over to Snap Click Supply Co’s blog for a step by step! I just love combining beautiful digital elements with handcrafted embellishments!  Here’s the full digital base starting point: What sweet memories are you recording lately?

  • 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…

  • 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…