DIY Christmas Pillow Cases for Under $5
I LOVE a good DIY project, especially one that is cheap and easy. I have these ugly throw pillows on my front porch, but they’re in good shape and I hate to buy something new just because what I...
View ArticleThis? Why, I Can Make A Hat Or A Brooch Or A Pterodactyl . . . .
Pinterest is the answer. What was the question? I lived a happy life until . . . one day my friend Sally spoke one word: Pinterest. Blah, blah, blah. Another Internet site in which I have zero...
View ArticleTeach Your Children the Value of Giving this Christmas
“There must be more to Christmas. I think we’re really missing something…..” the character sings in the classic Veggie Tales movie, “The Star of Christmas.”Ever had the same thought? Several years...
View ArticleTeach Your Children the Value of Giving this Christmas
“There must be more to Christmas. I think we’re really missing something…..” the character sings in the classic Veggie Tales movie, “The Star of Christmas.”Ever had the same thought? Several years...
View ArticleHoliday Crafting
A quick craft I made today*A few weeks ago I decided that for next Christmas (yes, that would be in 2016), I wanted to try to have completely handmade decorations.I know. I know.I can buy stuff at lots...
View ArticleElegant Christmas Decor- Easy DIY
These are so beautiful and easy to make!These Christmas Decors are so easy to make, and you’ll have a lot of the materials, already. They’re so elegant and pretty. Your guests will love them!I hope...
View ArticlePlush Christmas Wreath
Here's a fun tutorial for you! Adding a plush toy to any wreath is an easy way to take up a lot of space and create impact. Plus it’s cute!The supplies needed: grape vine wreath, plush penguin (or...
View ArticleWinter Snowglobe Village
I've always been fond of miniatures--from dollhouses to tiny items that fit inside collection boxes. Thus snowglobes have always held a certain fascination for me. I love the idea of creating tiny...
View ArticleWinter Science Posters
I'm a fan of science posters and botanicals as art. I purchased two canvas wall hangings from Vol. 25 (on Etsy) that I love, Antler Study Volume 2, and Moose Study Volume 1.Though I love the detail and...
View ArticleSomething for Every Crafter on Your Holiday Shopping List
Santa baby, slip some crafts under the tree - for me. Catchy right? Who wouldn’t want new craft supplies under the tree? Keep your perfumes, jewelry and bubble baths (I’ll still take those pajama...
View ArticleRIbbon Wreath DIY Tutorial
{Originally published December 2010}Five years later I still use my Candy Cane wreaths on my chair backs in the dining room. Classic decorations never go out of style! You still have time to make your...
View ArticleDIY Christmas Craft with Starbucks Bottles
With limited crafting talent, I'm always psyched when I find something I can actually accomplish. I came across a great DIY Christmas craft that used Starbucks bottles.I am an addict. I dutifully...
View ArticleDIY Mason Jar Christmas Decor
Let's start off with a little honesty, shall we?I've shared this before. Two years ago actually. BUT, it's such an easy, Christmasy craft that lends itself to years of Christmasy bliss, I just had to...
View ArticleRustic Woodlands Cloth Ornaments
We're decorating our home for Christmas with the vintage and rustic woodland theme this year. Very much "Adirondacks" style, where I came from. And after making some pretty gift tags with deer and...
View ArticleDollar Store Christmas Bouquet
NOT a sponsored post. The most thrilling dollar store days are during the Christmas season. Wrapping paper and gift bags galore! The gift boxes can be super pretty. There are packages of decorative...
View ArticleCandle Sleeve from Soda Bottle
The cheapest and easiest way to make candle sleeves to match your holiday napkins is to decoupage them onto plastic 2 liter bottles. Simply cut out the middle section of the bottle. And then, cut...
View ArticleProject Life 2016 Calendar Cards
I loved using the 2015 calendar cards I created for my Project Life album this year. And decided to do it again for 2016. The size was really fun to work during this year in my previous album I used...
View ArticleDecember Daily Preparation Part 3
I love the whole process of December Daily. I know that a lot of people could become overwhelmed at all the parts, from planning to capturing the moments, and then documenting there are quite a few...
View Article5 Quick & Easy DIY Name Cards for Holiday Parties
The rosemary & wood block make great party favorsIn my family, I’m the one in charge of making name cards (some people call them “name plates”) for dinner parties. This year, I went with some super...
View ArticleChristmas Table Runner
A friend at work has such a talent for decorating our office so beautifully, especially for holidays! She had a really cute Christmas table runner on a table in the entrance of our main office. She had...
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