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Tara Jacobsen

Tara is a blogger, artist, Mom to three kids, 2 dogs, 1 cats. Grandberry to 2 beautiful grandbaby girls! Her BA in Psychology from Kent State has served her well in the new Dementia caregiver role she has taken on and her creativity is what keeps her sane!

Free vintage background pages to use in your art journals, mixed media projects or as scrapbooking supplies! From the Children’s Second Reader 1903, commercial rights for printing. All The Printable Pages! I LOVE having background papers from old books that I can use for my collages and mixed media, but there is always that “should …

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I love being able to use essential oils and just 4 simple ingredients to make this great sugar scrub that is great smelling and functional for your natural beauty routine! I’m a big fan of homemade beauty products! There’s something so satisfying about whipping up your own skincare using simple, natural ingredients that you actually …

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I LOVE making these Birds Nest (or haystack cookies)! I can remember when my Mom made these as Christmas cookies, but the fun addition of the little Cadbury eggs makes these so sweet and special! Easter season is upon us, and that means it’s time for adorable treats, pastel colors, and of course – chocolate! …

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Easter desserts don’t get any easier, or more delicious, than Rice Krispie Treats! This classic treat is a hit with kids of all ages – and let’s be honest, adults love them too! Since Easter is just around the corner, I figured I’d add some festive flair to my classic Rice Krispie Treats recipe for …

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These DIY peppermint salt scrub bars are infused with the invigorating scent of peppermint and packed with skin-loving ingredients, they’ll transform your shower routine into a spa-like experience! Why You’ll Love These Scrub Bars Peppermint Scrubs Ingredients This combination of natural ingredients creates a luxurious and effective body scrub that leaves your skin feeling soft, …

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How to make these amazing St. Patricks Day cookies with just 5 ingredients and a little bit of Irish charm! St. Patty’s Day is one of my favorite holidays. The green, the celebration, the feeling of good luck – what’s not to love? And, of course, my favorite part is always finding new (and easy!) …

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I love making free printables for my peeps to use in their mixed media, art journals, junk journals and for scrapbooking supplies! These red birds and flowers are beautiful and vintage tags, tickets, tabs, sayings and journal pages that can be used as covers or focal pages. All The Free Printable Red Bird and Flowers …

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I love finding Ikea Kallax storage solutions that I can use to organize my craft room! This Storage Drawer from Stamp N Storage is so well built and beautiful now that I have painted it all the colors of the rainbow! While it did take a fair bit of time to get all the drawers …

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In my latest project, I tackled an issue that many craft enthusiasts can relate to: the chaos of storing small, yet essential items like embossing powders. My solution? A Wicked Cool Ikea Kallax Carousel Spinner, ingeniously designed to fit right into my Kallax cube! This journey from clutter to organization not only transformed my craft …

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Rabbits and hares are a super fun theme for junk journals, mixed media and scrapbook supplies! Whether you are a bunny lover or just looking for a bit more Easter fodder, this rabbit collage sheet kit will make your whiskers tingle! Why Rabbits? Because They Mean Spring (and Cuteness!) I have a confession: I adore …

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These simple DIY rose essential oil shower steamers are a sweet self-care treat with an intoxicating floral and subtly sweet scent. They’re perfect for setting the mood for a special evening with your sweetheart, or just adding a bit of luxury to your daily routine. The Power of Aromatherapy I’ve always loved aromatherapy. It has …

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This super cute vintage Easter ephemera kit is perfect for all your Easter crafting! Great for junk journals, mixed media or scrapbooking, it is filled with charming images from days of Easter gone by! There’s something extra charming about the soft colors, gentle motifs, and sweet symbolism of vintage Easter imagery. If you have a …

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Today, I’m sharing a simple melt-and-pour recipe for gorgeous Butterfly Shea Butter Soap Bars. These bars are infused with the delicate scents of jasmine and rose essential oils, a touch of exfoliation from dried rose petals, and the skin-loving goodness of shea butter. Why Shea Butter Soap? Shea butter is a natural wonder ingredient for …

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Calling all junk journal enthusiasts, mixed media artists, and scrapbookers! Get ready to fall in love with these delightful, free printable vintage collage sheets featuring everyone’s favorite barnyard friends – roosters, chickens, and ducks. These charming printables are bursting with nostalgic, rural vibes that will transport you to a simpler time. Why You’ll Love These …

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The iconic scent of the Ritz Carlton hotel embodies refined elegance and coastal tranquility. Now, with just a few simple essential oils, you can recreate this signature fragrance right in your own home! Why I Wrote This Post I LOVE essential oils for aromatherapy and this Hotel Scent series is super fun to do! I …

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Delicious, super simple 3 ingredient cookies to whip up when you need something yummy fast! The Easiest Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies You’ll Ever Make We all have those days when a chocolate craving hits hard, and you need a sweet fix – fast. These Super Simple Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are the perfect solution. With …

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