business, Career, Crafts, Crochet, Drawing and Illustration, Sewing

Crafting Your Way to Success: How to Turn a Hobby into a Business

***GUEST ARTICLE BY: TINA MARTIN Photo via Pexels At CraftingGlow, we know that engaging in a craft hobby can be a great source of enjoyment and relaxation. For many people, the idea of turning that hobby into a business is also appealing. What could be better than converting a passion into a potential career? If… Continue reading Crafting Your Way to Success: How to Turn a Hobby into a Business

business, Career, Marketing, Tech Tutorials

The Best Cases for an Amazon Fire 10 Tablet

A friend who recently started a blog saw my case for my iPad, and asked my opinion on finding a case for her Amazon Fire tablet. I thought this was pretty smart of her because I’ve definitely sunk some money into different cases learning what I do and don’t like. I use my tablet for… Continue reading The Best Cases for an Amazon Fire 10 Tablet

cooking, Food

Trying to Re-Create My Mom’s Jambalaya

I miss my mom so much. It's hard not being able to ask her all the questions that make me think of her. Craving meals she used to make is definitely bittersweet. On one hand if I have the recipe and am able to re-create it, I get to revisit good memories through good food.… Continue reading Trying to Re-Create My Mom’s Jambalaya

business, Marketing, Reviews

Instagram Reel Bonus Program

I tried a reel bonus program on Instagram. I am no expert on creating reels, but I wanted to give it a try because it sounded like a fun way to possibly earn a little bit of extra money. Screenshot of my Insta with all my new reels. The gnome video was one I uploaded… Continue reading Instagram Reel Bonus Program

Art, Drawing and Illustration

Go For Gnome (A Drawing Process)

I really like the gnome trend that is going on still. Some family members collect Arensbak Forest Trolls and some still have some troll dolls from the 90’s. I feel like this is why the gnome theme really works for many of the collectors I know. I really like the whimsical forest creature themes. Just… Continue reading Go For Gnome (A Drawing Process)

Books, Cleaning, Crafts, De-Cluttering, Holidays, Mom Life, Reading, TV

Distraction from Chores: My Current Entertainment (Books & Shows)

If you are hand-making a lot of items, doing tons of laundry, or cleaning all the rooms this season, chances are you are diverting your “bored to tears” mind with media. That’s how I keep a good-ish attitude with my never ending list of to-do’s. You will probably take notice from my list that I… Continue reading Distraction from Chores: My Current Entertainment (Books & Shows)

Career, Chronic Conditions, Disability/Handicap, Family, Health, Holidays, Mental Health, stories

December, Autism Supports, & Bowling

Is December my brother's month? It certainly is! He was born on Christmas so despite whatever happens in life, December is still his month. A lot of good things are in the works though! He said, "It's great to be back doing my favorite sport!" Special Olympics Bowling has been a favorite activity of his… Continue reading December, Autism Supports, & Bowling

Family, Food, Holidays, Mom Life, stories, Travel & Visits

Beach Vacations, Accidental Thievery, & Salt Water Taffy

We started a tradition of going to a beach in a large group. We rent a house that can sleep over 30 people, if you don't mind creative sleeping arrangements. A lot of the guests we bring are kids, tweens, and teens so they will bunk together without a whole lot of complaining. We can… Continue reading Beach Vacations, Accidental Thievery, & Salt Water Taffy

Books, Reviews

I’m Almost Done with Outlander Series😭

I'm on the last book of the Outlander Series and I am excited, terrified, & sad. The last book made me cry when one of the characters of the book died, that's how attached I feel to the characters at this point. Each book contains so many stories. It feels like you get so much… Continue reading I’m Almost Done with Outlander Series😭

Books, Reviews

It Ends With Us: A Quick Review

I had no idea what kind of book It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover was when I started it. I mainly read fantasy, historical fiction, or sci-fi because I want my entertainment to feel really different from my own life. Occasionally I will pick up something different on recommendation, or just because I've ended… Continue reading It Ends With Us: A Quick Review

Uncategorized

Bell Bottoms Are Back! (But Holey & In Need of Repair)

Don't take my word for it because I kinda hear what I want, and wear what I like. I had heard that they were making a come back though, and I found a super cute pair at the store that fit really well. They were on the sale rack though so I guess this means… Continue reading Bell Bottoms Are Back! (But Holey & In Need of Repair)

Crafts, Sewing, style

If You Want to Destroy My Sweater…

If you recognized that as a Weezer song good for you! It's one of my favorites. Maybe because of the subject matter but most of all because it's fun to sing. Why am I repairing this sweater when I have too many already? Well because it's one of my favorites. I love a good hoodie… Continue reading If You Want to Destroy My Sweater…

business, Career, Demos Tutorials, Mental Health, Wisdom

How to Get an Actual Person on the Phone When You Call the IRS

I figured I would try to help others get someone on the phone at the IRS because my experience (and most others' I've spoken with recently) was just so frustrating! I was on the phone for over 2 and a half hours on the phone the other day and I only spoke with one person.… Continue reading How to Get an Actual Person on the Phone When You Call the IRS

Allergies, Chronic Conditions, Family, Food, Health, Kids, Mom Life

Getting Wiggly at Her Food Challenge & the Easiest Allergy-Friendly Desserts

When we took our youngest in to the allergist to confirm her severe allergy to specific tree nuts, we were surprised by reactions to eggs and milk too. She had severe eczema before cutting out these foods and recently she only gets it if she accidentally eats something on her bad list, if she rolls… Continue reading Getting Wiggly at Her Food Challenge & the Easiest Allergy-Friendly Desserts

Bugs

Weird Bugs in My Backyard😭

UPDATE: I was kindly informed that they shed an exoskeleton. While this cricket? looks huge and terrifying it's a common bug going through a normal process😆 I'm glad this bug turned out not to be so terrifying! It's not that I want to terrify others with my backyard bugs but I also can't help but… Continue reading Weird Bugs in My Backyard😭