There is already some talk about school supplies, registration, and fall football around here, but I’m still loving summer and wanted to share some things I’ve loved with you all:



* a 16 slice apple slicer! This was a gift from my mother in law, apples are more fun to eat in pretty, thin slices :) I had never seen more than an eight slicer.

Happy Pioneer Day to my Utah readers! Hendel Homes Coastal Farmhouse tour:



* 8 ways to turn a horrible day into a positive day

* 11 Things Empty Nesters Want Parents of Little Kids to Know

and DEALS! these are the prices when I hit publish -- they can change or run out at any time:

* TOMS shoes: $5 off a $50 purchase, $15 off $100, or $20 off $150 purchase when you use the code BTSTIME at checkout -- note that this excludes sale items. Good through 8/2

* Williams Sonoma Friends & Family Sale! 20% off (including clearance!!) plus FREE shipping with code FRIENDS at checkout. Good through 7/26 The green wooden handled silicone spatulas are only $4.79 each after code! (think Christmas gifts!)

* play this easy game at Chipotle and get a buy one, get one free coupon sent to your phone!

* 40% off Lifestraw Products

* Pineapple Corer Slicer $3.80

* Crayola 20 ct Super Tips Washable Markers $3.97

* Melissa & Doug Caterpillar Gear Toy $4.99

* 20 ct Frito Lay chip bag only $5.38 when you clip coupon (plus they should offer you $5 to spend in Prime Pantry!)

* Kitchen Spiralizer $7.97

* Lunch Blox Kit $7.97

* Texas Instruments Scientific Calculator $8.88

* 24 pk Sharpies $9.68

* Melissa & Doug Stacking Construction Vehicles $9.99

* West Bend Stir Crazy Popcorn Maker $19.99

* Hamilton Beach Bread Maker $38

* Calphalon Unison 8” and 10” Pan Set $41.64

* Lego Duplo Big Farm $42.99

* Cuisinart Lazy Susan Fondue Maker $49

* 5 pc Samsonite Nested Luggage $112.17

* Shark Navigator Professional Vacuum $143

* Hot Summer Savings at Oneida.com plus an additional 15% off with code ST15 at checkout, only $2.99 flat rate shipping
-- 1 Gallon Penny Jar $5.94 after code
--  set of 6 mason jars $7.64 after code
-- 2 pc measuring cup set $5.09

Happy Weekend!

Supplies:
* unpasted wallpaper
* new, sharp razor blade
* level
* wallpaper paste
* foam roller
* large surface to spread out on with a covering
* measuring tape/stick
* wallpaper smoothing tool (see below)
* a clean wall with nails removed, and a (mostly) smooth surface


I used our dining room table covered with an old sheet: First measure how much you’ll need from top to bottom, adding 3 to 4 extra inches for error and trimming. Make a straight line with a level and cut.

 Here is the long, drawn out story on the upstairs bathroom:
 

 
I wanted a fun, graphic design on the wall and I have wanted to stencil for a long time. Stenciling is by far the most economical bang for your buck on an accent wall.
I bought the stencil, I bought the paint, watched some how-to videos and was excited to begin.

It’s Prime Day at Amazon and other retailers are also matching! You’ll need to be a Prime member to get these Amazon deals, if you’re not a member of Prime, you can sign up for a free trial here.

I’ll keep updating throughout the day -- these deals are limited and can change or run out at any time -- good luck :)

* 6 pk Baby Elements Wipes for $3.85 with code ELEMENTS60 at checkout!

* Amazon’s bestselling digital albums for $4.99, many are even FREE, use code GOPRIME at checkout

* 35% off your first beauty item using code: NEWBEAUTY at checkout
I got the Revlon Tourmaline Hair Dryer for $12.99 after code