We’re back to celebrating the special moments that come about in life, and how to marry them with a love of “do-it-yourself” projects. And speaking of marriage, the previous article in this series discussed ideas for the creative bride to explore for a truly unique and unforgettable wedding day. We’ve already tossed around […]
Halloween was a few weeks ago, and now we’re moving toward some other holidays. Even still, I wanted to share my experience carving a jack o’ lantern this year, and take you through the steps of how I (and my wonderful partner for this project, my boyfriend) did it. Here we go: Supplies: […]
In this article, we’re continuing on with the celebration of love, family, and the special memories we create with those closest to us. When we began this series with the previous post, we examined how a crafty mom-to-be could have a blast sharing the news of the little one’s sex by way of a […]
Hello everyone! This article is the first in a series that will focus on celebrating what matters most – namely love and family! To get the ball rolling we will share ideas with those of you who have a bundle of joy in the works, but no news yet on whether to decorate […]
We all have special people in our lives, and no doubt there has been a time for each and every one of those in yours when you have planned to surprise him or her with a thoughtful gift. Recently I found myself wanting to do something nice for my sweetie, and true to crafty […]
When you have kids or work with kids regularly, you want to make sure that their minds are always expanding. You also recognize that it’s important for them to be able to express themselves and their creativity. In this article, we will go over some kid-friendly crafts that will help them be able to […]
Being crafty, artistic, good with DIY projects, and just plain creative doesn’t always come easily, or naturally. If you’re wanting to broaden your horizons and explore your crafty side, this article will help you to do just that! Ready to find a new artsy hobby? Here we go! 1. Home Decor Decorating your home […]
The wedding day is the day a couple will remember forever, when they pledge to become husband and wife. So naturally, a bride would want to make her wedding as special as it could possibly be, while not breaking the bank. That’s where it pays to be crafty! Instead of employing the use of […]
For a blushing bride-to-be, planning a wedding can be a perfect opportunity to display a knack for arts and crafts. Whether your wedding is traditional, unique, or a little bit of both, you can cut down on those pesky expenses, have some fun, and be able to tell friends and family YOU made that! […]
Hello everyone! If you’re a mom, have nieces and nephews, or are a big sister like I am, there are many opportunities that present themselves to show how crafty and creative you can be. In this article, we’re going to talk about 5 different projects that kids can benefit from. Not a parent? No […]
If you’ve found this blog, chances are you’re a creative person already, or at least you have an interest in arts and crafts. In my circle of friends and family, I’m the only one who really gets into crafting. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve sewn something up, or made something creative […]
The weather is warming up, flowers are blooming, and winter is (hopefully) behind us. I’ve been enjoying baking cakes anyway, but this time I decided I wanted to whip up a lovely cake to celebrate spring! In this tutorial, I’m going to show you the way I made a tie dye cake in springtime […]
There are lots of crafty things to play with out there, but today I wanted to share with you some projects you can make out of ribbon and lace. Whether you have some extra scraps laying around, or just bought a bunch of pretty new ribbon/lace to create things with, there are tons of […]
In need of DIY gifts for special people in your life? These candy mason jars with a cute message are both thoughtful and adorable! To make these jars (my roommate and I put our heads together and created 3 of them), we decided on three themes. For one jar, the theme centered around gummy […]
We’re still in the cold winter months, which means lots of chapped lips, and mine have definitely not been an exception. I’m not a huge fan of store-bought lip balms and sticks, so I decided to whip up my own to help replenish the lost moisture in my lips. After some research on which […]
This time of year, people are getting together and spending time with their families. That means lots of laughter, memories, and good food! Speaking of food, today I’m going to show you how to make a delicious cake that tastes amazing without taking too much time. Let’s go! Things you’ll need: 1. Cake mix […]
Hello everyone! I have another tutorial for you, and this time we’re going to learn how to make whipped cream, butter, and buttermilk at home. This is a real simple project to tackle, and you’ll save yourself loads of money at the grocery store. Ready to get started? Let’s go! Things you’ll need: 1. […]
There’s nothing like warming up in the cooler months with a steamy cup of hot cocoa. Recently I found an awesome DIY hot cocoa mix tutorial, and I decided to give it a whirl. Click here for the original tutorial. To make this hot cocoa, I needed the following ingredients: 1. Powdered Sugar 2. […]
Have you ever browsed the thread selection at your local fabric store, and been at a loss as to which kind was right for your project? Well never fear! In this article, I’m going to break down different types of thread and when their use is appropriate. Using sewing thread doesn’t have to be […]
