I met my husband back in the mid 1980's and ever since I've known him, he's been a huge Star Wars fan. Matter of fact, when we moved in together (years ago) we had to make moving arrangements for his massive Star Wars collection! * This post contains affiliate links. Please see disclosure … [Read more...] about Star Wars 3D Metal Millennium Falcon Model Kit
Crafts and Hobbies
Kid’s Craft Project: Puppy Dog Painted Seashells
Over the past 16 months we've shared numerous craft projects that use seashells in their design with you here on the blog. Well guess what? We're back again today with another one! You can find a ton of painted seashell designs right here on the blog!!! Last weekend we had the kids over for a … [Read more...] about Kid’s Craft Project: Puppy Dog Painted Seashells
Kid’s Crafts: Make Your Own Press-Out Dragons
Twice a month my granddaughter, grandson and godson come over to my house for "Crafting with Nanny" play dates. These dates are my way of spending quality time with the kids, while teaching them fun skills that they can use throughout their lives. * Complimentary Book Received for Review. Post … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts: Make Your Own Press-Out Dragons
DIY Gift Box with Flowers
You know the sayings, where flowers bloom, so does hope. Therefore, there is hardly a better gift than a beautifully crafted box of flowers. Creating a flower box is not only a great way to surprise your loved ones it is also very creative and interesting process. What makes it even more fun, is the … [Read more...] about DIY Gift Box with Flowers
Dollar Bill Animals in Origami Book by John Montroll
Last year my husband attended a business meeting for work and came home with a dollar bill that was folded up to look like a swan. Why you might ask? The employees had to take a course on arts & crafts and how they can be used to reduce work-related stress. From that time forward he has taken an … [Read more...] about Dollar Bill Animals in Origami Book by John Montroll
Cat Lady Embroidery Book 380 Ways to Stitch a Cat
Growing up in the 1950's and 60's every little girl was taught how to sew, cross-stitch and how to do embroidery. I remember my mother sitting down with me for hours and teaching me how to do all of the stitch work by hand. Back then we didn't use sewing machines and modern-day tools. * … [Read more...] about Cat Lady Embroidery Book 380 Ways to Stitch a Cat
Kid’s Crafts: DIY Glitter Stretchy Slime Recipe
We spend a lot of time with both of our grandchildren and several times every month we have them over for arts & crafts play dates. We will work on all kinds of different projects that help to teach them new things and allow their creativity to flow. As an added bonus, we're building fabulous … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts: DIY Glitter Stretchy Slime Recipe
DIY Craft Project Tic-Tac-Toe Board Game
How many of you enjoy the old classic games that we used to play as kids? I know that I do! Well, I wanted to share my love for some of those old classic games with my grandchildren and decided to make my own Tic-Tac-Toe board game. What's really unique about this craft project is that you can … [Read more...] about DIY Craft Project Tic-Tac-Toe Board Game