Flowers. Breakfast in bed. Cute coupon books. All of these are pretty standard fare for Mother’s Day gifts. As a mom, I love all three! Flowers are beautiful. Breakfast in bed is decadent. Those coupon books are darling. But what do I really love? Pictures. There is nothing better than getting photos of my family […]
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Unique Graduation Cap Designs
There are only two months of spring semester left for most University students, and three months for high school seniors. Can you believe it!? That might seem like a long time, but it’ll be here before you have time to blink! One of the biggest fads to sweep the nation is for graduates to decorate […]
Soaring Ideas For Spring: DIY Kites For Kids That Fly
As the weather starts to warm up, it’s time to begin thinking about outdoor activities. One of my little’s favorite activities is flying kites! I’ll be honest, it’s not my favorite thing to do. I feel like the weather is too windy, or not windy enough. However, I really do love watching my kids having […]
DIY Valentine’s Candy Hearts For Porch Decor
When you think about Valentine’s Day, you probably think about chocolates, love, and conversation hearts! There are few things that have lasted the test of time like conversation hearts. From the original flavors to the new tangy ones, they have continued their tradition of being classically Valentine’s. So how do you bring this classic to […]
DIY Menorah Ideas For Chanukah
Chanukah (or Hanukkah) is the Jewish Festival of Lights. It is a celebration of the Maccabee’s victory over the Syrians during the second century (B.C.) that is commemorated by lighting a candle each night for eight nights. Today this holiday is celebrated by many throughout the world. There are many traditions that go along with […]
The History Of Gingerbread Houses and More!
The History Of Gingerbread Houses and More! The Recipe If you would like to make your own gingerbread for a house or figures, look no further. Ingredients: 3 1/4 c. flour 1 Tbsp. cinnamon 1 Tbsp. ground ginger 3/4 tsp. baking soda 3/4 tsp. ground cloves 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp. salt 3/4 c. […]
Candy Cane Crafts For Christmas
One of my favorite themes to work with, whether I’m baking or decorating, is candy cane! I love the simplicity of the red and white stripes and the versatility to make it as detailed or as simple as I want. You can use candy canes as inspiration for decoration or as actual decorations. Here are […]
DIY Woodcraft Patterns For Thanksgiving Yard Decor
Once all the Halloween decorations come down, it’s time for the Christmas decorations to go up, right? Wrong! I’m pretty passionate about making sure my family places an appropriate emphasis on Thanksgiving. Why? Because it’s a time when we can reflect on what we’re grateful for right before the gift-giving season. It’s also my Grandpa’s […]
Hauntingly Easy DIY Ghost Crafts (That Are BOOtiful)
One of my favorite Halloween accessories is ghosts. Why? Because they are simple to make, match almost everything and are quite frankly, bootiful. So, whether you’re looking for large or small ghosty friends, I’ve got the info you need to make your own ghost crafts. Idea 01: Cheesecloth Ghosts Cheesecloth is perfect for creating ghosts. […]
Mysterious {And Super Cool} Halloween Displays Made With Dry Ice
As a kid, I used to love playing with the mysterious fog created by dry ice. It was like being able to touch a cloud. As an adult, I still love it. It makes fabulous homemade sodas and can take a basic Halloween display from basic to awesome in no time flat! A word of […]
