Every time I walk through Anthropologie I gaze at the gorgeous Gilded Agate Coasters. I’ve wanted to buy them for years, but at $98 for a set of 4, I just couldn’t do it. I searched around but they seemed to be expensive at every store! Belle & June has a set of 4 for …
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There’s something really special about being homeroom parent or even helping-out the homeroom parent during your little kiddos’ parties. I especially love being in charge of the Valentines Day party. That’s why this year, I’m ready with 25+ Crazy Cool Valentines Crafts & Games! If you’re feeling overwhelmed with the number of conversation hearts in …
Christmas is a time for family, for friends, and for tons of trash. It’s the time of year when we want to treat everyone we love, but those treats come with a whole lot of waste. Wrapping paper is tough to recycle…once it’s used, it’s hard to reuse in such a way that still looks …
Let’s be real here: most vases? Pretty boring. Like, really really boring. Maybe this is supposed to make you appreciate the flowers more, but why wouldn’t you stick pretty things in something that’s already pretty? Like this Mirror Planter Box, for instance? This way, your flowers are just as gorgeous as the people looking at …
Rudolph was always my favorite reindeer. While the other reindeer always seemed a bit snooty (they wouldn’t let him play their games, c’mon!) Rudolph used his bright red nose to guide Santa through fog and make sure all kids get presents. What an amazing guy! That’s why instead of making any ol’ boring reindeer candle, …
We are getting ready to head into the holiday season, my favorite time of the year! I love how the season has an effect on people and the best in everyone seems to come out. I love the Cookie Exchange parties. I love the magic that comes with Christmas. I love all of the holiday …
I don’t know about you, but I LOVE doing crafts with my kids. It’s even better when you can showcase those crafts around your house for the holidays. This DIY Terracotta Christmas Tree is an easy and cute craft that you can do with the kiddos. You’ll have fun and you’ll have great decorations for Christmas! …
Gobble, gobble! How adorable is this Turkey Pretzel Jar? With yummy, sprinkle covered “feathers” sticking out, this is sweet treat is perfect for dressing up your holiday table or for bringing in for a teacher snack. Easy to make and so much fun to give, this is an affordable DIY that makes a pretty grand impression. …
I’m always super busy with work and my kids therefore I don’t have a whole lot of shopping time to hunt around for special things for my home. That being said, I definitely love following home decor trends and, being a crafty person, I try to emulate those trends. Like everyone else, I’ve fallen completely …
The other day as I watched my two-year-old nephew eat food right out of the dog bowl (don’t worry, I stopped him), I realized I didn’t have much around my house for littles anymore. Sure, a few toys, a couple of books, but as far as arts and crafts kind of things, I was sorely …
The Legend of Zelda used to be the coolest thing ever. And then 3D printing came along and blew it right out of the water. 3D printing really IS the coolest thing ever. And the fact that we can do it in our homes? How is that even possible!? I mean, people are 3D printing …
It’s not everyday you get rub Harrison Ford as Han Solo all over your body. In fact, I am sure you will never get to do that… until today. This Han Solo Soap captures Han Solo in carbonite during the best looking years of his life. He’s cocky, but can you blame him? I mean look …
If you’re like me (and chances are if you’re reading this…you are) you’ve got more Washi Tape hanging around your craft room than you know what to do with. That stuff is amazing! But honestly, there are only so many pencils and notebooks we can customize, right? Ammiright? I am. That’s okay, because Now (add …
I am a chocoholic. I am a born of the cloth, down to my DNA, can’t fight the beat (and why would I want to?) unreformed chocoholic. You know that song Amy Winehouse sang about Rehab? That’s me if anyone tries to take away my chocolate. No. No. No. This DIY Chocolate Brownie Candle is …
This washi tape unicorn is everything. I am in love with all things washi tape, and I can’t stop washi-ing things. (Is that a word? It is now, y’all.) So, here’s the great thing about this little washi tape unicorn, it doesn’t HAVE to be a unicorn. You can decorate all sorts of things with …
Today, I needed a break from cooking pre-Thanksgiving food. Holy Smokes, I want to be a Thanksgiving Hero sooo BAD! But, ultimately, a girl can cook only so much before she just gets tired of thinking about that one meal. I wanted something fun and tasty…I had some Honey Maid Graham Crackers, a jar of Skippy Peanut …
A surprisingly easy and fun craft project is making your own cosmetic bag. With only a few supplies you can create a high end looking zippered pouch to store all of your cosmetic must haves you may need throughout the day! You can also use them to carry anything from your money and credit …