Samantha Arnett

If I won the lottery, or became the sole heir to a wealthy estranged family member, I wouldn’t tell anyone… but there would be signs. I’d have a craft room to rival Martha Stewart. I’d have luxurious comforts all around. I’d have a garden and a conservatory attached to a library in my Victorian house. Oh. There would be signs.

If you’re anything like me, you have a list of creative hobbies longer than a CVS receipt. You name it, I’ve almost certainly tried it. Drawing, painting, adult coloring books, beads….*takes deep breath* crochet, embroidery, sewing, sculpting, journaling… the list goes on. I’ve picked up a few favorite tools and supplies over the years. Many of them come in handy across multiple creative interests. This list will feature the tools I love most. Dare to be bold, get creative, and explore the artistic possibilities ahead.

I did it again. I stayed up way too late. Short on sleep as usual. Oh no. I wasn’t out partying. I was at home, in bed, with a stack of books on my bedside table. Rinse. Repeat. Some of my absolute favorites, some TBR, all thieves of my beauty sleep. It’s ok. I forgive them. They were all worth the groggy need for a gallon of coffee the next morning. Mystery, murder, besties to enemies and enemies to lovers. Fae creatures and beasts. Gods and things even older. Plot twists, unsung heroes, and sexual tension you could cut with a knife. My literary taste varies wildly from cozy mysteries to books that make you look inward and evaluate yourself in ways that are uncomfortable but necessary.

It all started back in May, when I turned 34. My husband purchased a mini orchid botanical Lego set… He knew not what he’d done. An innocent gift. A cutesy little activity for his hobby goblin wife. A trinket to display for her time and effort, he thought. WRONG. I am insatiable. I’m a dragon and this is my hoard. I acquired set after set after set and next thing he knew he’d purchased 20+ sets in 6 weeks- including two Bluey sets for our daughter. His bank account pleading to be bandaged before it bled dry! Alas, twas not to be. For the monster he’d unknowingly created had been unleashed upon the world. All too soon, she’d turned the child into one of her minions. It was only a matter of time before he, too, succumbed to the fever…… …To be continued…

It’s non negotiable. These things are truly must haves for me. The convenience, the versatility, the comfort… come along with me and I’ll share with you what makes these things my “go-to’s” and “can’t live withouts” From creature comforts to organization and sustainable swaps. Explore my favorite things that I

Life as a toddler mom can be hard. Check out my recs to make it just a little easier 😉💕 Mealtimes can be messy, monotonous, and downright chaotic. Traveling with kids can be so fun yet sooo stressful and exhausting. I’ve curated some of my favorite things I’ve ever used during my 6 years as a Mom. These are things I actually use, or have used, unless otherwise noted. Some may be things friends have had but earned my trust and will be noted as such.

Quality skincare and cosmetics I swear by. I won’t recommend any skincare or cosmetic I haven’t personally tried and loved. I create UGC content in exchange for free products and have gotten to sample many a beauty or personal care item. If they don’t hold up to the hype, you won’t find them here. This list focuses on my favorite products for beauty and personal care, with sections dedicated to hair, nails, skin, and various cosmetics.

Named after the Santa Fe Railroad, our little town can be a neat little visit. There’s truly so much to do nearby. Pick your own farms, the beach, shopping, thrifting and antiquing… pick a direction and within a 30 minute drive you can do SO much! Travel North to Houston and visit the Heights and Museum District. Head down to Galveston for the Strand, Historic Downtown, the beach, and Pleasure Pier. West you’ve got antique and thrift shops galore in Alvin, Tx. To the East there’s the Texas City Dike. And pocketed between you’ll find shopping, food, treats, and fun anywhere you look.