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Christmas in July

July 24, 2021

I’m one of those…those women (or men) that get extremely excited about Christmas. I love the meaning of the day, the goodwill, the celebratory vibe, the food, and the decorations. It is so much easier to get a jump on the presents now, when things are quiet and you have a minute to think that’s why I think “Christmas in…

Holidays

Earth Day Baking DIY

April 22, 2021

To celebrate Earth Day, here is an easy cookie project that comes together quickly. Everyone can enjoy creating this Earth Day Baking DIY! Using one roll of store-bought cookie dough and a handful of ingredients, you can create a sweet eco-treat to celebrate our planet! Materials: For approximately 12 cookies: 1 roll refrigerated sugar cookie dough, approximately 16 oz. A…

DIY Decor, Holidays

DIY Spring Gardening

April 3, 2021

Spring is kind of here (fingers crossed) which means gardens are just around the corner. I love to grow things. Growing food to eat or flowers to admire takes real skill. I have what I’ll call a semi-green thumb – my skill level always has room for improvement. One thing I’ve learned is that “starting” seeds or allowing them to…

DIY Projects, Spring Projects

DIY Crayon Eggs

March 23, 2021

Spring is here? Easter coming and I thought about a great project for kids that encompasses Easter and an easy kid-friendly activity and DIY Easter Eggs is both! Every little kid loves to draw. My nephew is no exception. The thing with traditional crayons is they break easily and then the broken ones don’t get their intended use. Molding a…

Holidays, Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Crayons

February 11, 2021

Happy Valentine’s Day (almost). Today we’re making a quick and easy project for kids to use for for Valentine’s day but really could be used for any holiday, or every day just for fun. We made these for Easter here. Valentine’s Crayons – they’re affordable and simple to make. Let’s get started. Materials: Crayons – 3 or 4 boxes (2/$1…

Holidays, Valentine's Day

Paper Heart Wreath

February 10, 2021

It’s Valentine’s Week! Valentine’s Day is so sappy sometimes – especially if you’re single and not feeling so celebratory. So today’s project is something that’s great for your house, and not so lovey dovey. It can be on display for the whole month as home decor or a super different I love you present for your sweetie. Let’s make a…

DIY Decor, DIY Projects

Decorative Storage Containers

January 17, 2021

I’m in the process of organizing myself for the new year starting with my desk and then branching out to other spaces. I wanted some interesting storage containers that were attractive yet functional. After looking through container and design websites, I decided to make my own and use an offbeat material for fun. Thus I made Decorative Storage Containers from…

DIY Decor

Christmas Yarn Art

November 26, 2020

Christmas is in twenty minutes….It feels like that anyway. The hustle and bustle of the season is in full swing, which can be good or bad?!?! This project is good for both a last minute present and also something to refocus your energy and make something with your hands – which for me is rather soothing when I’m stressed. It’s…

DIY Decor

Thanksgiving Table Runner

November 11, 2020

With Thanksgiving coming the race is on to plan the menu, shop, and set the table. Table runners help to tie everything together and also add a bit of spill protection for the table cloth. Making a table runner is a quick and inexpensive way to customize the colors and style to your exact Thanksgiving decor. A simple DIY Thanksgiving…

DIY Decor, Holidays

Easy Autumn Pumpkins

November 1, 2020

Let’s make Easy Autumn Pumpkins! These pumpkins are simple, like less than one minute, and very versatile. The colors are up to you and you can make it fancy pants or kid friendly – and get your kids involved! The investment for one pumpkin depends on what you have around the house. For me it was free, if you need…

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