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Hey y'all

I’m Betsy, Home Decor Enthusiast, Yorkie Mama, Crafter, Blogger, Picky Eater, Chief Mess Maker, Antique Hoarder and Graphic Designer.

Welcome to Happily Ever After, Etc!

It’s been 6 years since I started this little blog and in that time a lot has changed. I’ve made over two houses, made countless cricut projects, jumped headfirst into creating resin pieces, painted more walls than I can count and had a few big life changes.

It may sound cliche but I truly think with a little elbow grease and creativity anyone can have a house they love!

I started this blog as a way to help other newlyweds create a home they could treasure (on a budget!). While I’m still helping newlyweds decorate their homes I’m no longer a newlywed myself. Not only have I been married for 6 years, but 2 of those years were long distance since my hubby earned his wings.

I may not be a newlywed but I’m still passionate about helping people create fun crafts and beautiful homes!


Ready to meet the fam? If you’re here for any amount of time you’re likely to hear about a few of these rascals!

There’s our fetch playing, bow wearing super spoiled three year old yorkie, Little Bitt aka Bitty.

Next up is our nap taking, hidey hole finding (seriously if there’s a weird space she can crawl into to take a nap, this gal will find it) orange long-haired girl, Lily.

Then there’s our little man, Jasper. He spends most of his time chasing after one of his sisters… but isn’t that what little brother’s do?

Last but not least… the newest addition to our ramshackle little crew. Sugar is a long haired miniature dachshund that is as sweet as her name. She loves to cuddle more than anything else and is usually sitting on my lap or not far from my feet… she’s definitely a mama’s girl!

I would love if you spent a little time with me as we craft our way to beautiful homes. Check out some of my most popular posts or start from the beginning!

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Still with me? If you made it this far we are definitely going to be friends! If this is your first time here try popping over to my start here page… there’s awesome things there! (If I do say so myself 😉 ) If you’ve been here before (hi mom!) then make sure to leave a comment… I want to know the names of such awesome people! I read each and every comment (usually on my phone because I just can’t wait to get home to my computer!) but if you’d like to talk to me even more try checking out my Facebook Page, comment on an Instagram Picture or head over to Pinterest… I love visuals so I’m ALWAYS there!

Or you can sign up for my e-mail list where I’ll answer your questions and send you tips every week!

Hope to see you there!

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  1. my5littlemonkeys says

    December 21, 2014 at 6:51 pm

    Hello!
    I am Diane, from 5 Little Monkeys. I nominated your blog for a Liebster Award. Please follow the link below and pay it forward!
    http://5littlemonkeys.me/2014/12/21/my-background-and-the-liebster-award/
    Happy Holidays,
    Diane

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    • Happily Ever After Etc. says

      December 21, 2014 at 11:09 pm

      Thanks Diane! I love your blog! I definitally accept.

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  2. Sue at the Little Shack says

    January 17, 2015 at 7:27 pm

    Aawwww….love your little family, Betsy!-Sue

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    • Happily Ever After Etc. says

      January 17, 2015 at 7:49 pm

      Thanks Sue! I am particularly fond of them! 😉

      Reply
  3. Charlene Asay says

    March 20, 2015 at 2:09 pm

    Betsy I love your blog. I have been looking around on it this afternoon. You and your husband are such a great couple. Being married is the best huh! I can’t wait for me updates on your site. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Happily Ever After, Etc. says

      March 20, 2015 at 2:52 pm

      That’s so sweet! He is the all time best husband ever!! I took a poll and it was 100% unanimous… Of course I was the only judge but that’s ok! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  4. Alex Guglielmo says

    July 13, 2015 at 4:12 pm

    Betsy, this is a great post! I pinned it so I can remember to try these out for the next special occasion or just-because moment. Very creative ideas! I’m glad I found you on Peony!

    Reply
    • Happily Ever After, Etc. says

      July 13, 2015 at 8:06 pm

      Thanks Alex! I’m not sure which post you mean since this is the about page… But I’ll take the compliment anyways! Thanks so much for stopping by… I love to meet new peony friends!

      Reply
  5. Dad says

    July 31, 2016 at 1:02 pm

    This site is amazing. I’m so proud of you!!

    Dad

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    • Happily Ever After, Etc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 9:48 pm

      Thanks Daddy!

      Reply
  6. Debra Gilstrap says

    May 12, 2020 at 2:48 pm

    Hi Betsy,

    I just started watching your youtube videos and I also suubribed to your channel. You are so talented and you have such a great blog how can I subribe to your blog as well?

    Thanks
    Debra

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    • Happily Ever After, Etc. says

      May 24, 2020 at 12:32 am

      Hi Debra,

      I’m so glad you’re enjoying my YouTube channel and that you found your way here! I’ve added a basic form to this about page that you can use to subscribe to my blog… of course, if you’re coming from youtube chances are you’re interested in resin. In which case you may prefer to sign up for my resin supply list FREEBIE (which will also subscribe you to the blog. You can sign up for the resin supply list freebie here: https://happilyeverafteretc.com/free-resin-supply-list/

      Reply

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