Do you ever just feel like being shocking and unpredictable? Backstory: The other day I panicked and thought, “Father’s Day! Did I miss it?” (This is a regular occurrence–this panic over important dates–and usually, it’s legitimate.) However, the Google told me I still have 12 more days until Father’s Day. Did you hear that? 12. more….
Arrrrgh, mateys! It’s yer Captain, Lauren Sparrow, with a very important question fer ya: What kind of socks do pirates wear? Arrrrrrrgyle! {Props to my bloggy buddy Kenley for that one.} And a hearty thanks to all ye scallywags who participated in the Silhouette Portrait Giveaway, especially those of you who indulged me in my fancy of Pirate…
Happy Memorial Day! I hope this weekend finds you in good health and with loved ones. For Mark and me, we’ve found ourselves sniffling and coughing and with wild ones. Wild animals that is…. First there was Mr. Turtle who we caught trying to take up residence in our garage. Not so fast slow little…
With the high seas still on the brain after my cruise to the Bahamas last weekend, I think this day calls for some pirate humor. Won’t you indulge me in my love of piratical puns? Why are pirates so loud? They just arrrrrgh! Or how about this one: Why does it take pirates so long…
“It is a truth universally acknowledged…” that Lauren is atrocious at remembering birthdays. And when it comes to anniversaries? Fuggetaboutit. They don’t even stand a chance. Even my besties will attest that they’ve received many a belated birthday wish from me…and not just a day late, but in some shameful cases, months late! It’s embarrassing, really. And…
I had the opportunity to try my hand at a project using Silhouette’s frosted vinyl, which allows you to create the impression of etched glass on mirrors and glass, but without the scary chemicals or the permanence; if you don’t like it, you can just remove it! That’s my kinda project. On the roll, the…
Okay, I have one of the most exciting announcements ever in the history of The Thinking Closet. {Screaming inside. Must. keep it. together.} It brings me great joy to share that not only is there a silhouette promotion going on with Silhouette right now, but one of my readers has the opportunity to win a…
You think love is a battlefield, Pat Benetar? How about motherhood?! Sleepless nights, nonstop nursing, diaper change after diaper change…. A new mom needs an arsenal of weapons to combat the new challenges she faces. So, I present to you, the New Mommy Survival Kit: First, let me introduce you to the recipient of this…
So, my parents are kinda crazy. Crazy as in “crazy awesome!” For my 30th birthday last month, they decided to send me not one gift, not two, but…(wait for it)…thirty. Yes, thirty individually wrapped gifts to be opened by yours truly over the course of 30 days. 30 gifts to celebrate 30 years of life….
So often, summer passes us by like a hazy dream, but the summer of 2008, my sister and I were determined not to let it. We decided that if we could be intentional with our enjoyment both of summer and each other, we could savor our time more fully. Thus, Sister Summer Camp was born. Here’s how…
With my friends having babies left and right, you didn’t think I would stop at the rhinestone and heat-transfer vinyl onesies, now, did you? No siree, Bob! Time to bust out the sewing machine for some super cute, super easy burp cloths: I have to credit my M.I.L. for inspiring me with this one (and…
Stop the presses! Lauren is partnering with one of her favorite brands in the whole wide world, and you betcha she’s going to tell you all about an exciting promotion they’ve got going on right now. Let’s not waste a second longer and just dive right in to the good stuff: Silhouette is having a…
My husband Mark is pretty much one of the best gift-givers on the planet, but this year, he really outdid himself. I think my jaw dropped to the floor when I ripped open the wrapping paper to reveal this beauty: My very own *Silhouette Cameo! In case you’re wondering, a *Silhouette is an electronic cutting…
This is what happens when you wait to create your Halloween costume until the last minute: Get it?! We’re The Black-Eyed Peas! (Or rather, The Black-Eyed Ps.) Just a bit of black eyeshadow and Ps cut out of duct tape paper (yes, they sell duct tape in 8.25″ x 10″ sheets!)…easy peazy. I actually find…
Thanks to all of the bloggers who have devoted the time, effort, and space to featuring me and my projects. What an honor! I feel the love, friends. ~Lauren Blog Features Guest Judge of the Week on The CSI Project – July 7, 2013 Feature Interview on Mommypage – May 30, 2013 Redbud Lauren at…
Maybe I should turn 40 more often. Because my 1980s themed 40th birthday karaoke party was one for the record books! And I’m like totally itchin’ to give the 411 on this unforgettable, bodacious bash. Cowabunga, let’s go! The night before my 40th birthday, March 18th, 2023 was a night to remember. We dressed up…
On May 3rd, 2020, a few days before Pepper’s first birthday, I sat down to write her a letter, detailing the story of her birth. And 40 days and 7,088 words later, it grew into a pregnancy AND birth story with 71 photos (gasp!) and lots of mush and gush for my Pepper-girl to read…
And now, the grand finale post to my Baby Shower Bonanza series is here at long last! It would have arrived a month ago, but when our Juniper-girl made an early appearance, I had to hit the pause button on my blog projects. However, this post will have been worth the wait! Trust me. Flashing Back to This…
