When it comes to gifting, there’s nothing better than a handmade gift. There’s just something so special about receiving an item that’s been made with skill and passion by someone’s own two hands. Often, we purchase items just for the sake of it. Meaning, if we have someone to buy for, we'll … [Read more...]
25 Homemade Christmas Ornaments
How often do you change out the decorations on your Christmas tree? I've only changed mine a couple of times over the years. My very first tree was decorated with things that I had laying around, I was a struggling student. Then when I got married and started having kids the ornaments took on … [Read more...]
Christmas Crafts: Lighted Snowman Vases & Giving Christmas
During this time of year it's hard for me to find time for crafting. Between all of the church events, the parties, the shopping, the baking, sneaking in a little crafting time is not easy to do. When I can steal a few moments between all of the holiday chaos you'll likely find me in my craft room … [Read more...]
10 Easy St. Patrick’s Day Crafts for Kids
I can't believe that it's already the 12th of March and I haven't done one single St. Patrick's Day project. I haven't even decorated, which is so unlike me. Hopefully with a little Luck O' the Irish I can get the house decorated and have a little time to do a crafty project or two with lil' bug … [Read more...]
Mod Podge Glow-in-the-Dark Book of the Dead (Tutorial)
Have you checked out Mod Podge products lately, they have some pretty fun stuff to create with. This summer I was given the opportunity to use the Mod Podge Collage Clay, Mod Molds and Mod Melts to create a Decoden project. I chose to make a Memory Box to hold some special keepsakes from my … [Read more...]
Homemade Reusable Ice Pack & Wrap
Homemade Ice Packs & Wraps. THIS IS SO EASY! Learn how to make reusable ice packs and a wrap to hold them in. This is a really quick and inexpensive project. #icepack #householdtips #frugaltips I have all different shapes and sizes of ice packs in my freezer, all of which are for keeping … [Read more...]
Mod Podge Collage Clay Memory Box Tutorial
I'm so excited to have the opportunity to share with you this new product.... Mod Podge Collage Clay from Plaid. If that isn't exciting enough they're allowing me to share with you some other new Mod Podge products that you can find at Michaels. Take a look at what I was able to create with them, a … [Read more...]
Create a Personal Journal (Tutorial)
DIY Personalized Journal. With these simple to follow steps you can create a personal journal that shows off your individuality, or, create them as personalized gifts. I made this journal as a medical journal for a friend with brain cancer. #journals #tutorial #stationery #diary #crafts Back in … [Read more...]