Valentine's Day has become one of my favorite holidays. There is chocolate, and lots of it. There's no pressure to buy a big gift, because a heartfelt card will do the trick, and everybody is dressed festively. The fun thing about Valentine's Day is that you can make all your cards and gifts at home, like this super cute lollipop bouquet. This year we are making lollipop bouquets for our neighbors and the kids' teachers! Valentine's Day Lollipop Bouquet Lollipop bouquets are the best kind ...
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7 Thrifty Sewing Storage Ideas
Any hobby can be expensive. Sewing is not any different. There are the right tools for the right job as my father-in-law would say. He was a general contractor, and I swear he had every tool known to man! He also had a way of making the storage of his stash more economical with unconventional methods. My favorite was the use of old coffee cans for screws, nails and bolts! We still have many of these now vintage cans in the garage storing those right tools for the right job. So, when I need ways ...
DIY Confetti Poppers
As a child I remember being so excited for New Year's Eve. I didn't really know what it meant or what we celebrated, but I got to stay up late, drink sparkling apple juice, and watch tv. We would parade around the house with noise makers and bang on pots and pans. Now that I am adult, I look forward to welcoming the new year with my kids. We talk about our favorite memories from the past year, and spend the night enjoying each other's company. This year we made Confetti Poppers to pop at ...
Mesh Poinsettia Christmas Decor
Time to deck the halls and eat Christmas cookies! I love decorating my house for Christmas. Each year I try to add a little bit more to my Christmas decor stash. This year I wanted Christmas decor that could be used inside and outside! These Mesh Poinsettias are the perfect project when you want maximum decor impact with minimum time! Mesh Poinsettias Christmas Flowers Materials for Mesh Poinsettias: note: this post contains affiliate links which give us a commission at no additional cost ...
December 19th: Recipe & DIY Linky
Hello! What a countdown we're having! One week until Christmas. Two weeks until the end of the year! Only one more night of Chanukah. I really can't believe it! I have been loving your Recipe & DIY links as much as ever! I count on them for inspiration as I prepare to entertain and be entertained by our numerous family members. Our Christmas morning has over 20 people, and it's all within my parents, siblings, and their families. So thank you always! You all have a knack for creating and ...
How To Make Candy Trains
I am always in need of quick and easy Christmas treats. While I love to bake during the holidays, it doesn't always happen. Sometimes our jam packed schedule makes it impossible to bust out a fresh batch of cookies. This year, my son needed a treat for his class party, and of course I didn't find out about it until the night before. I decided to forgo the hour-long baking session and make Candy Trains for the kids. Not only are they delicious, they are quick to make and super cute! Candy ...