When I think of Thanksgiving, I think of all the traditions that my family has made throughout the years. It sort of doesn’t matter what we do, it’s just super special to have the entire family together, under one roof, with pretty much the same goal in mind — even if it DOES revolve around …
I love to creatively wrap gifts. It’s kinda my thing. BUT, it has to be easy. I’ll admit, I’m not so great at the traditional wrapping paper and tape. I can’t ever fold the ends right, and it ends up looking like a toddler wrapped it. That worked out really well when I actually HAD …
This is definitely the time to bust out all of our Christmas decorations — including all of those beautiful Christmas balls!! We seem to collect more Christmas balls than we fit on the tree, and they usually just end up going in the storage box to try again next year. BUT, now we just may …
A mom on TikTok is making kid’s dreams a reality by turning her home into a life-size gingerbread house with giant candy! Okay, not every decorative piece is edible, but there is a large candy bar filled with countless glass jars stuffed to the brim with real candy. The ongoing Christmas project has caught the …
I am more than ready to go full-out Christmas, and put out every Holiday decoration I have — Tree, Holly Branch Trim, Front Yard Decorations, Lights — it’s all going up!! But, there is one mom on TikTok that totally wins the Christmas decoration challenge, and now I want to do the same thing!! Anne …
Whether you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, the colder weather occasionally has us picturing of a cool summer breeze from the beach. Although if your Christmas budget doesn’t include a tropical vacation this year, consider turning your Evergreen tree into a gigantic pineapple in the living room instead. Rather than the usual bells and whistles, …
Traditions are meant to broken and this year, decorating pineapples rather than live trees are trend setting when it comes down to celebrating the holidays! So move over Evergreens, pineapples are being used as holiday decor to brighten up homes and the results are better than what you might think. Rather than eating the fruit, …
If you’re craving for pumpkins that last all year long, crafting the fruit instead of freshly picked from a farm will do just the trick. Starting with a few rolls of toilet paper, orange felt and cinnamon sticks, you can make pumpkins to place around the house without having to worry about any of them …
When we think of holiday decor Santa sleighs, Christmas bells, and red ribbons are what typically come to mind. Consider a pack of oranges written down on your next Christmas list of things to get from the store a must, to decorate your home with. Apparently slicing several oranges and baking them in the oven …
If you have the Hocus Pocus cauldron on hand and a handful of Christmas decorations, combining the two seasons make the perfect spell binding witch’s potion. Maybe Tim Burton’s Jack Skellington was on the right track when he searched for the perfect median in both the Halloween and Christmas season. Thanks to @Amy Chapman on …
We had a bearded dragon named Larry, he died earlier this year and it was super sad. See Larry was a rescue and we have no idea how old he was, but he spent a few years with us and he was so cool! Bearded dragons make amazing pets that are pretty simple to care …
The purpose of carving pumpkins is not only to illuminate the front porch with a glowing smile on Halloween night. Thanks to social media, you can now create a jack-o-lantern candy chute for trick-or-treaters instead of just regularly handing out king-sized candy bars to kids. Carve your pumpkin like you normally would, cut out the …
Social media has upped the ante regarding crafting ghosts out of sheets of chicken wire and now, the final results look even more shockingly unsettling for spooky season. This new way of creating life-sized ghosts out of chicken wire will make you do a triple take, wondering if what you’re actually seeing is real, or …
There are many ways to carve a pumpkin. Whether you prefer a more villainous look or a cute smile, pumpkin carving is a must do during the October month. To mix things up, people on social media are carving a different type of pumpkin this year, something around the lines of Walt Disney’s Mike Wazowski …
The holidays are all about how much of your front yard you can illuminate at once and how many string lights you can attach to the house. With that being said, people are making chicken wire Christmas balls that are literally, bundles of joy. Thanks to Crafty Morning who created the DIY project, you can …
You can make your own Jack Skellington out of felt, and it’s super simple — even my daughter could do it! Better than that — even my totally clumsy, not-a-crafting-bone-in-his-body son could do it!! AND, it would probably amp his hand-eye coordination. This Jack Skellington, when finished, stands about 4 inches tall, and you could …
There is a wicked cute new trend where people are turning glass jars (or small aquariums) into haunted cemeterriums, and I love absolutely every little thing about this. There are no two alike, and that’s the beauty of it! It takes just a bit of creativity, your affinity for all things gothic, and a little …
Whether you believe in ghosts or not, apparently you can make life-sized ones for Halloween! People on social media are gathering chicken wire and creating life-sized ghost sculptures for spooky season. The creations are so good, that you might have to do a double take, full warning. From what it looks like, grabbing a few …
Move over amigurumi Hocus Pocus dolls, these felt Sanderson Sisters dolls are the next cute (and much easier) Hocus Pocus craft, and I want to make them for everybody!! I love the Sanderson Sisters Amigurumi Creations on Etsy, but I’m just not that great at crocheting. Mine always turn out looking like the Pinterest Fail …
We are headed into my absolute favorite time of year — Pumpkin Season!! I’m giddy!!! There are so many things you can do with the pumpkin. They are gorgeous as is to decorate your house for fall, you can carve Jack O’ Lanterns, make trick-or-treat candy holders, you can even roast the seeds for a …
OMG! This Erik The Viking Gnome Pattern is simply the most adorable thing I’ve seen today!! If you know me AT ALL, you know I have a sweet little obsession with all things gnome. I mean, can you really blame me? They are so cute!! Whether it’s Gnome Magnets, Miniature Pinecone Gnomes, or Hocus Pocus …
I’m always looking for fun and easy projects that I can do with the family and this one is perfect for Halloween! It’s even more appealing because it’s super cheap, you barely need anything to do it, and what you do need you can mostly get from the dollar store! You only need a few …
Why in the world would you want a plain crocheted shawl, when you can sprout wings this fall? You can make your own beautiful Feather Wing Crochet Shawl, and I’m simply over the moon about this design! This gorgeous pattern would be perfect in so many different colors — maybe even a rainbow colored shawl. …
You can get a super cute Huggable Spider Crochet Pattern, and reviewers are saying that it is easy enough that even a beginner at crochet can follow it! I usually don’t think of spiders as “cute” or “cuddly,” in fact they usually scare me to death. I mean, have you seen the Spider Webs in …
I am not a person that eats candy corn, but that doesn’t mean that I don’t think little candy corn critters are not adorable! You can get a crochet pattern so that you can make a cute little crew of Candy Corn to either use for decoration., or even make keychains with. The pattern comes …
Remember the ordeal with the employees of Bath & Body Works buying out all of the stock of the Witch Hand Candle Holder? So many people wanted these candle holders and were unable to get them because they didn’t even really make them to the sale floor… bummer… However, one super crafty lady on TikTok …
It is almost that time of year when we put on our favorite Boho Shawls, drop a whole paycheck on bags of Halloween candy, bust out the Fire Pit to roast marshmallows, and celebrate all things fall and PUMPKIN!! I absolutely adore this new fall food trend, and I’m planning a pumpkin themed party NOW …
It’s that time of year when all the parents rejoice all the kids get ready for that big first day of school. A new year means new friends, and there’s not a more fun and adorable way to celebrate those friendships than by making tons of those friendship bracelets that the kids love so much. …
You have got to check out this Zombie Amigurumi Unicorn Pattern that I just found on Etsy. Gah! I possess the capability to crochet, but I’ve never taken on anything as freaking adorable as this colorful little hellhound. You can bet I’m gonna be breaking out the YouTube tutorials, because this is simply too precious …
The Nightmare Before Christmas is such an iconic film, and perfect to watch around Halloween time! With Oogie Boogie being the creepiest of the lot, making this next crochet pattern could be the best idea this Halloween season! How adorably creepy is this!? I love all of the details on it as well! If you …
Since Snow White ate a poisoned apple from the wicked Evil Queen in Disney’s tale Snow White and The Seven Dwarves 83 years ago, her story has become popular every Halloween. Disney’s classic tale is so popular that not only can you find a poisonous apple candle holder from Walmart, or a color changing apple …
You can make glowing Jack O’ Lanterns out of empty milk jugs, and I’m totally doing this!! It is that time of year when we start thinking about all the decorations we are going to use for Halloween. Sure, it’s still 110 degrees outside, but it’s never too early to start planning! I already know …
You can crochet your own succulent plants, and I call the little lucky bamboo plant! Hi, my name is Amanda, and I kill every plant I’ve ever tried to grow. (The first step is admitting you have a problem, right?) My BIGGEST plant fail came when I (think I) overwatered my succulent plants (all 5 …
There is an office chair that lets your pet sit beside you while you work at your computer, and it is the best fur baby invention EVER. Now, this is a pet product I can really get behind — or beside as the case may be. Ha! There are some pets that simply can’t stay …
Dragonflies are one of my favorite insects, they beautiful and not scary at all. They speed around from here to there and sometimes you can catch them settled for a moment to snap a photo of the pretty insect. Whenever I am able to photograph one I feel like a winner because like hummingbirds, they’re …
S’mores are great and all unless your bonfire pit is non existent. For those who are lacking a bonfire in the back but still crave the sweet snack during the summer months, there’s a simple solution to make melting chocolate and burnt marshmallows sandwiched in between two graham crackers. The mini tan pots that make …
I watched so many of my friends pick up new hobbies during the pandemic, for some it was painting, for some others, it was diamond paintings, plus so many other new skills for others! Some friends started a garden for the first time ever, others got chickens, some started businesses from their hobbies. I just …
They say one man’s trash is another man’s treasure, which is exactly what this artist kept in mind for a better cause. Artist Amarildo Silva, 23 used his creative skills to turn old tires into beds for stray animals, specifically stray dogs and tiny kittens! Everyone deserves a bed to sleep in at night whether …
If you’re looking for something fun and different to decorate your garden, I think I’ve found it! Now, this is a project for the person that loves to DIY and paint! You don’t just have to use them for garden decorations though. I finished the brick books!! I need to find two more bricks to …
My entire Facebook feed is flooded with images of Cicada exoskeletons, people are literally freaking out and it makes me laugh. My husband and children have tortured each other with years by throwing these things at each other and it’s hilarious. They’re pretty neat to look at and not at all gross or scary to …
Fact, watermelons are heavy. Therefore, in order to support the heavy weight from growing watermelons, people are creating watermelon slings for additional help. When watermelons grow vertically on a trellis, it’s common for the giant fruit to break from the vine and splatter on the ground. To prevent any type of damage to the watermelons …
It’s quite the known fact that when the summer season rolls around, many people prefer to dip a toe in the pool on a hot summers day. Whether or not you have the luxury of stepping foot into cool water right in your own backyard, people are building their own pools that also doesn’t break …
Dragons are so magical and I love them, when I found a miniature dragon crochet pattern on Etsy I really wanted one. Now I just found a pattern for crocheting a life-sized baby dragon and I need it badly! Isn’t it the cutest? It’s so big and perfect for cuddling! The adorable dragon is named …
People blow my mind, they think of the coolest things and Im just like why didn’t I think of that? Pool noodles have evolved way beyond the cheap pool float that they started out as. They’ve moved well beyond the original purpose and have become the basis for so many other crafts, activities, and uses. …
Whether or not you have a green thumb, there is always another alternative for a greener, brighter and more attractive garden. Whether that is painting rocks to look like flowers, or even buying solar powered daises to brighten up the space, some people are even going as far as using old golf balls to spruce …
Taking a night swim after a long day in the heat is like a reward, and what better way to relax after the nine to five work day than lounging in the cool pool. To jazz up your night swim with a little illumination, people are turning pool noodles into floating candles and it is …
Nothing’s worse than stepping into the clear blue waters of your pool and immediately stepping back out because it’s too cold to take a swim. Even when it may be scorching, the pool temperature rarely matches the weather outside. Therefore, to heat up your pool naturally this summer, this do it yourself project takes the …
Starting a campfire isn’t always easy, especially when you’re camping in the middle of the woods, it’s raining, and everyone else around you has just as much knowledge on how not to start a fire. Since getting the fire going has been an ongoing problem for many people who like to camp, a viral hack …
Gone are the days where we plant our vegetables or house plants in a boring tan pot that you can get from Walmart or a hardware store. For a more biodegradable option, plant enthusiasts are cutting toilet paper rolls in half, and making them into pots for plants! Not only will you be doing a …
I’m so excited about the holiday weekend! After over a year inside with the kids for their school (they are doing Access Ed learning), we could use some great Easter activities as a fun brain break or boredom busters. Of course, leave it to TikTok. They have about eleventymillion ideas for fun Easter activities that …
I have always loved glitter. Even when I used to teach school and the other teachers didn’t want to use it in their classroom because of how messy it was, I still used it. This year, we decided to give our Easter Eggs some extra sparkle by decorating them with glitter! Now, before you get …
Not everyone is lucky enough to have a green thumb, so if you aren’t a pro plant whisperer like Sally down the street, the next step is to improvise this spring/summer to have the garden of your dreams! Now that it’s officially spring, it’s time to reconnect with the patch of dried up soil you …
Hey all you people in Texas — and other places that have crazy icicles this winter season. Why not make the best out of this weird polar vortex thing, and “paint” the icicles that are left on your house? No, silly. I’m not talking about using paint brushes and paint. Some people on social media …
There are still thousands of homes standing without power while enduring freezing temperatures outside. So when you’re stuck without heat or running water for more than 24 hours and your candles are just about burned to their wick, here’s what you can do to light up the house and produce some type of heat! Families …
Cricut Machines are great for cutting paper, fabric, wood and as it turns out, even cheese quesadillas! Arts and crafts connoisseurs know that this machine does well with creating shapes and cutting with precision. However, a recent video on TikTok has gone viral for thinking outside of the box at what this machine can really …
Y’all, I am laughing so hard at the creativity I’ve found today. Heck, even Bernie used it to create a sweatshirt to raise money for charity. People took the Bernie image and ran wild with it. Now there is a crocheted Bernie Sanders in all his glory and it is the best! Tobey Time Crochet …
Hot Cocoa bombs were the hot commodity around Christmas time, and they are still super yum today! Y’all, I had one on Christmas Eve that exploded with milk and white chocolate, marshmallows, and a bit of cinnamon. OMG!! *Mouth Watering Emoji* It is so easy to make your own hot chocolate bombs, in fact, we …
Easter charcuterie boards are an easy way to get your family excited for the upcoming holiday! Not to mention, it’s family friendly and it’s an activity everyone can participate in to make sure their favorite snack makes the cut. Better yet, Peeps are reportedly making a comeback this Easter; so when you’re making your board, …
There are some hobbies that are better to do seasonally, crocheting is one of them. When winter finally rolls around and mother nature insists on having a few sheets of snow on the ground, crocheting allows you to snuggle up in a chair to make knitted blankets from scratch, puffy jackets and cute cows and …
NYE shenanigans are a bust this year but you can still have fun while celebrating at home. You can create your own New Years Eve ball drop at home with this genius idea by Ms. Paige Hemmis to create new traditions at home while ringing in the new year! You’ll need 4 materials to make …
Why didn’t I think of this? Have you ever come across and amazing idea and just want to kick yourself for not thinking of it before? Well, this is it! Balloons as shatterproof ornaments! This year my grandson is supposed to be here for Christmas. He just turned one and is walking and of course, …
Have you been a bit bored with no snow yet? I know we are! I mean it’s almost Christmas, we need some snow! Who wants to have a snowball fight? Did you know that you can make snow to play with? I’m not talking about running out and buying a kit, or even fancy ingredients. …
I love going out and collecting pinecones with the kids. They are great for so many crafts, including adorable pinecone gnomes! The one obvious thing that I never even considered before was growing one! I mean, it is literally the way they grow and I never thought “hey let’s grow a pine tree”, until now. …
Gnomes seem to be a huge thing this year when it comes to holiday decorations! I have seen themed gnomes for every holiday this year, and now that Christmas is right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to craft your own! This is a simple project that doesn’t require many supplies, tools, skills, or …
This would make an amazing Christmas gift or stocking stuffer! Could you imagine being a kid (or even an adult) and seeing this little guy peeking out of the stocking? If you like to crochet or want to learn this is the perfect pattern for you! It’s a beginner level pattern and great to learn …
I absolutely love receiving homemade gifts! Anytime one of my friends or family members has gone to the trouble of taking their valuable time and energy to make me a gift, well it simply hits me right in the feels. So, this year, I would like to bless my friends and family with some cool …
I love to decorate my house for Christmas. There is just something about the beauty of the season that brings a sort of giddy joy to my heart. I spend so much time and energy decorating the INSIDE of my house, but I often neglect the OUTSIDE. I’m not talking about putting up Christmas lights …
I seriously love retro Christmas looks! Most of my own Christmas decorations are those that belonged to my parents and even my grandparents. I’m totally going to make a retro-style tulle Christmas Tree this year to use as a centerpiece for our table! These instructions are to make the ones that were super popular in …
If you haven’t decided on a costume for your little one or yourself yet, I’ve got you covered! This crocheted granny wig is the most adorable thing ever! The pattern works from infant size, all the way up to adult size! Since the pattern comes as a digital download, you can get started right away! …
Question: What does the fox actually say? I found this Fox Mask on Etsy when I was looking for cute and quirky Halloween costumes. This fits the bill of both cute AND quirky, plus it is a pattern. So, it is something that you can put together and create yourself. You could even use the …
Spooky candles are a staple in Halloween decor and if you’re looking for a make it yourself project that will save you money, I found just the thing on Facebook that might tickle your fancy. If you have a pool you might already have the main item to start to your DIY project and that …
I know, I know… But we haven’t even hit Halloween yet! But here’s the thing, you have to have time to make them. So, now is the perfect time to get started on crocheting these little colorful Christmas Trees! The decorations that you can create with this pattern are about 4 inches (10 cm) high …
Is it just me or does everyone else agree that when you carve pumpkins every year, it’s secretly a contest within the entire neighborhood. With that being said, I have carved some unique pumpkins in the past but what truly takes the cake, are these Halloween Disney pumpkins. These Disney pumpkins are painted in several …
It’s no secret that Halloween will be different this year and if you are looking for an alternative to traditional festivities such as trick-or-treating, these Mini Halloween Piñatas are it! The best part of it is that these are extremely inexpensive! I found everything I needed for my kids for under $20 at Walmart! Amazing, …
If you love The Golden Girls and also love crochet, well… then you are in for a treat! There is a brand new book from Allison Hoffman called ‘Crochet The Golden Girls’ and all super fans need it! It comes with 10 crochet patterns that include Sophia Petrillo, Rose Nylund, Blanche Devereaux, and Dorothy Zbornak! …
If you need a fun and inexpensive fall decoration idea, this is it! These are Mickey And Minnie Topiaries are totally adorable and the best part is, @myjoystory on TikTok said that she got her supplies from the Dollar Tree! You’ll need some miniature fake pumpkins in the two sizes shown. The tiny ones will …
This is super exciting you guys, if you’re familiar with the show Shark Tank on ABC, you’ll know who I’m talking about when I say “Lord Von Schmitt”! I knew I’d see this artist again! Lord Von Schmitt is a professional crocheter and he appeared on Season 11, Episode 22 on Shark Tank and let …
I have no idea how people come up with such great DIY ideas! First, there was that amazing Halloween candy slide and then that adorably spooky haunted playhouse makeover! Now we have giant spiders! I can not believe the talent involved in this! Look at those hairy spider legs! Do you know how he did …
I love big scarfs, infinity scarfs, fluffy scarfs, just about every scarf on the market, but I have yet to possess one with pockets! That is where @tldotcrochet on etsy comes in! She is selling a Turnberry crocheted pocket scarf pattern and it is perfect for the fall and winter! Look, you’ll still need mittens, …
Two of my favorite things have been brought together in this most amazing season: Halloween and bath bombs! And I can’t wait to share this product with you! (Especially since I just moved into a house that has a giant tub!) You can get Oogie Boogie Bath Bombs. Oh yes, you heard me correctly. This …
I’m always looking for fun new ideas for fall and Halloween decorations. Like the Galaxy Jack-O’-Lantern, something unique and cool! Well, let’s add Succulent pumpkins to the list this year! They look super easy to make and should be a fun activity for the entire family! I mean, who doesn’t love succulents? There really isn’t …
Oh my goodness! This is the cutest baby costume ever! If you are a fan of The Nightmare Before Christmas and you happen to have an infant, well I have found the perfect costume for your baby! Turned out great! I did my outline stitching a bit differently and didn’t add the spider to mine. …
Sometimes you just need something different and um, out of this world… I love all the things that look like and represent our amazingly beautiful galaxy! Well, you can make your pumpkins look like the galaxy too! We have painted pumpkins in the past, but normally we carve the big ones and then paint the …
WOW! This costume totally blew me away! So detailed, yet so very very simple! You could easily make this at home with your own kids. This is a “no sew” costume, although there are some decorative stitches done on the Oogie Boogie body as detail… no sewing skills needed! LinzMushel has a super cool YouTube …
I will be absolutely heartbroken if Halloween is canceled. All of our children have had such a weird year and deserve some resemblance of normalcy. I really feel like there are ways to make Halloween still happen, even for those that are nervous about the virus. The people from Wicked Makers on YouTube designed an …
I have found the coolest project to do with my teenage daughters! It’s a super affordable and fun project that you can do outside at your own home too! These are Rainbow Jeans and they are so amazingly cool! The first thing that you will need is a pair of black jeans! I suggest that …
There’s been PLENTY of time to pick up a new hobby while stuck inside for eleventy hundred days, and I’ve been trying my hand at embroidery. Have you tried it before? It looks pretty intimidating at first, but it’s not so hard once you start. It’s super cathartic and turns out so pretty!! Even if …
Fall will be here soon and it has me thinking all about the cooler weather and nights outside making s’mores! I mean we all are looking forward to evenings like that right? This play food set has the cutest s’mores that you can crochet! They resemble the real thing, only cuter and less sticky! You …
I remember when I was a kid one of my favorite toys was a doctor set. Then as I had my own children, they also loved playing with toy sets like this. Today I found this amazing and adorable pattern set for making a crochet doctor set and I just had to share it with …
It’s everyone’s favorite sister witches! The Sanderson sisters from Hocus Pocus! This set of the three sisters is completely handmade by crocheting! There is no mistaking who they are! The individual looks of each sister are captured perfectly by the fiber artist! Winifred, Sarah, and Mary all in crocheted doll form, that is some serious …
This is the most adorable bat and spider that I have ever seen! Even if you are normally afraid of bats and spiders, you may still want to cuddle these cuties! Obviously they are the best of friends and you have to create both of them! Good thing that this pattern comes with BOTH! In …
I’m so obsessed with these Jack Skellington Cross Stitch kits! The first one is perfect for a beginner! I haven’t cross-stitched in many years, so it will be like starting over again. Everything you need to complete it comes in this set! The kit includes a 32-page mini book with instructions. It also has 4 …
This little baby Bat can be used as a Halloween pin! I can think of tons of ways to use this miniature crocheted bat! First, though, look how cute he is! Adorable right? He is small enough to use for decoration, as jewelry, a keychain, garland, and even a hanging ornament for a Halloween tree! …
I know there are some of you that love spiders! This giant crochet spider pattern is amazing! Just look at what you could create in pretty much any color combination that you want… This is perfect to make for spider loving friends and kids or use it as a spooky Halloween decoration. I’m not a …
Y’all! Look at this! You can crochet the Hamilton cast for your very own set of collectible dolls! If you don’t love Hamilton yourself, I bet that you do know someone that does! These would be an amazing gift! With this set of amigurumi crochet patterns you will be able to crochet the historical figures …
My car is smelling pretty rank. Between the Texas heat and transporting dogs and kids around…well, it’s getting pretty stinky! I found an amazing do it yourself project to make my car smell like a Jolly Rancher and it is perfect for summer! Fresh and fruity in minutes! You just need a few things to …
My dream life for the future is to live in a camper. Traveling and camping whenever I feel like it, exploring the United States of America. It truly is my goal. I’m a long way off from doing that, so instead, I obsess over campers. I also love blankets, so when I saw this camping …
Coraline is one of our favorites here at my house. I love watching this movie with the girls! I was browsing Etsy looking for cool things (kind of my favorite past time lately) and I came across a pattern to crochet an amigurumi style, Coraline! Isn’t it amazing? Now you do have to have knowledge …
When I was a little girl I had a collection of unicorns. I kind of wish I still had them since they are so popular again over the past few years. This Unicorn Utopia Blanket is just what every unicorn lover needs! It is covered in unicorns, rainbows, stars, and butterflies! The unicorns even have …
Some of y’all are so talented that it blows my mind! This pattern is for you experienced people that have your crochet skill down to an art! These are crochet roses and the detail is beautiful! Do you seem how realistic that looks? How do y’all make this happen? I dunno, I feel like it’s …