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!

Painted Plates for Date Night

As I said yesterday with the inspiration board, I’m planning a s’mores date night with…

Inspiration Board: S’more Date Night

MJ and I are celebrating our ninth anniversary this week and I’ve been dreaming and…

Two Year & Five Year Pictures

While we were in Door County last weekend, I corralled the children and took their…

Season’s Eatings: Mexican Stuffed Pork Chops with Fresh Chopped Salsa

Season’s Eatings is a column dedicated to eating seasonally and includes recipes and tips that…

Recipe: Pea Salad

For menu planning and recipe selection, I am one who is very affected by the…

Vacay, a Mini Paper Garland and A Note on Knowing Who You Are

We are off! The bags are packed, the car is stuffed, vacation here we come!…

Clothespin Wrap Dolls

We are headed out on a family vacation in the near future. One of those…

DIY with Design Mom: Tissue Paper Bowls

Bowls are some of my favorite items to gawk at in the store. I like…

Macaroon Ice Cream Sandwiches

I have been in love with French macaroons ever since I saw my first box…

Things I’m Doing Instead of Blogging – Painting Outside

I’m not doing a very good job of keeping up right now. As a stay-at-home…

Fruit Simple Syrups

Last week when I shared the details of the ice cream party, I mentioned that…

Work Space Update + New Pallet Shelves

My work space is almost done. It’s been a long time coming since last year…