Have you heard of the Cruising Ducks? They're ducks that passengers hide while on the cruise ship for others to find. This craft project combines that along with painted seashells to make these adorable summer themed party favors. I think they're adorable and perfect for a birthday party or backyard … [Read more...] about Painted Rubber Duckie, Fish and Flamingo Clam Seashells Party Favors
Home Canning Beef Vegetable Soup Recipe with Tips
Twice a year I home can a big batch of beef vegetable soup for my family to enjoy. This recipe is for your classic red sauce veggie soup but instead of using expensive chunks of beef, I use lean ground beef. You can play around with the spices to get the exact flavor that you prefer. Once it's been … [Read more...] about Home Canning Beef Vegetable Soup Recipe with Tips
How to Use Natural Fiber Mulberry Paper to Decoupage Seashells
Love decorating clam shells and seashells? If so, check out these pretty designs that we made using handmade Mulberry Paper which was then decoupaged onto the seashells. The mulberry paper is semi-sheer, pliable and easy to work with. It doesn't wrinkle like paper napkins, so it gives a nice smooth … [Read more...] about How to Use Natural Fiber Mulberry Paper to Decoupage Seashells
Awesome Flea Market Find – Sand Dollars
My husband and I went to the Flea Market last weekend. We try to go 3-4 times throughout the summer. It's a 25 minute drive from our home but is one of the largest Flea Markets in Central Pennsylvania. It's held at William's Grove. When we go to the flea market we always take along a few … [Read more...] about Awesome Flea Market Find – Sand Dollars
Home Canning Mixed Vegetables with Recipe and Tips
Our backyard garden has done really well this year. I've been picking a lot of fresh vegetables every week. Sometimes I have enough to can a full load of whatever it is that I harvested. At other times...I have a little bit of this and that which I toss together to make mixed vegetables. Here's the … [Read more...] about Home Canning Mixed Vegetables with Recipe and Tips
Hand Painted M & M Candy Clam Shells Seashells
These hand painted M & M Candy themed seashells are super cute and easy-to-make. We painted dozen of them to use as little party favors at my nephews birthday party. You'll need 2 1/2" to 3 1/2" wide clam shells collected from the beach, acrylic craft paints, paint brushes, acrylic paint … [Read more...] about Hand Painted M & M Candy Clam Shells Seashells
Painting Kindness Rocks – 5 Easy Designs
Our family enjoys getting together to paint rocks and seashells for the Kindness Rocks Project. You can check out their official website to learn all about them. It's a great way to spend time together as a family working on an arts and craft project. Plus, it's an inexpensive one to do! You can … [Read more...] about Painting Kindness Rocks – 5 Easy Designs
Hand Painted Tropical Palm Tree Clam Shells Seashells Designs
Love the beach and coastal way of life? Hosting a party in a fun tropical theme? If so, you'll love these easy-to-make painted tropical palm tree clam shells. They can be used as table-top decorations, as party favors, place settings or display them outside when hositing a fun party. They add a nice … [Read more...] about Hand Painted Tropical Palm Tree Clam Shells Seashells Designs