hello! I’m Amy Christie & I am a maker.

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this heart of mine is a place for
inspiring DIYs,
kids crafts, recipes for good food
& stories about real life.
let’s make something.


here’s our latest posts!

Cereal Box Embossing with Design Mom

Did you know you can make an embossing plate with the cardboard from a cereal…

Cement Pencil Holder with Design Mom

Last week, the cement pencil holder project I did for Design Mom went up. I…

Out of Control & A Cricut Giveaway

Never before have I had so many giveaways in so little time! I apologize if…

Recipe: Tart Cherry Champagne Jam

One of the best things about finding friends who have similar interests is the inspiration…

Children Inspire Design Giveaway

Our school year starts today. Love Bug is headed to first grade this morning and…

Food Should Taste Good Review & Giveaway

Before the whole organic food/eat natural/make-your-own-food movement was a thing, my mom was already doing…

Mini Skirt Redo | Summer of No Pants

I like to dress up whenever I get the chance. Whether it’s date nights with…

Recipe: Roasted Cherry & Ricotta Crostini

When I think of crostini, I immediately think of Italy, a place I really want…

Applique Children Totes | this heart of mine

Applique Children Totes with Cricut

When my siblings and I were young, my mom made each of us a tote…

Endless Summer Projects: Photo Transfer Journals

This post is sponsored by Bing. Summer is coming to an end and I have…

Recipe: Peach Butter

I’m still in love with the in season peaches. These stone fruits are presently ripe…

Endless Summer Projects: Printable Maps

This post is sponsored by Bing. Eek!! I love this printable map by Melissa of…