My wonderful mother-in-law passed away a few years ago. She was the best mother-in-law that I could of asked for! Always supportive, helpful, and loving. Accepted me as a daughter-in-law from day one. We had a close relationship with one another. I loved her and I miss her deeply! After she … [Read more...] about How to Make a Throw Pillow from a Loved One’s Sweater
Crafts and Hobbies
Quick and Easy Scrabble Tiles Wall Decor Craft Ideas
A friend of mine makes a lot of arts and crafts to sell them at local craft shows and fairs. Her items are always in high demand because 1. She does great work and 2. Because she keeps her prices affordable. None of her crafts are complicated and I always appreciate their simplicity. * This post … [Read more...] about Quick and Easy Scrabble Tiles Wall Decor Craft Ideas
4 Summer Beach Vacation Memories Painted Seashell Ideas
I love to collect seashells and use them in various arts and craft projects around my home. I've used seashells to make windchimes, refrigerator magnets, Christmas tree oraments, figurines, table decorations, as party favors, and so much more! They're a FREE resource given to us by nature! Love to … [Read more...] about 4 Summer Beach Vacation Memories Painted Seashell Ideas
Decopauge Houseplant Container Made with Plastic Coffee Canister
Looking for a way to re-use a few of those plastic ground coffee canisters? Instead of tossing them away...use them as houseplant containers! The one that I used in this project is a large one that contained Folders Ground Coffee (originally a red plastic canister). This project took me 2 afternoons … [Read more...] about Decopauge Houseplant Container Made with Plastic Coffee Canister
3 Wood Scrabble Tiles Craft Project Ideas
Crafting using wood Scrabble Tiles has grown in popularity over the past few years. I admit, I like using them when I'm making personalized arts and craft projects like holiday ornaments, refrigerator magnets or adding a name to a picture frame. They're versatile and you can use them all sorts of … [Read more...] about 3 Wood Scrabble Tiles Craft Project Ideas
Hand Painted Woodlands Fox Seashell Garden Yard Art
This hand painted Woodlands Fox Seashell would be the perfect accent to decorate your flower garden, front porch, back deck, or use inside the home. You don't have to be an expert artist to make it. You just need a large clam shell, some acrylic paints and a few other supplies. Check out the other … [Read more...] about Hand Painted Woodlands Fox Seashell Garden Yard Art
Ladybug Refrigerator Magnets Made with Air Dry Modeling Clay
Ladybugs are one of those insects that I love seeing in my backyard! In our area we have red and orange colored ladybugs that like to hang around in my garden. Some people swear that when they find a ladybug that it always brings good luck. I don't know about that! My 13 year old granddaughter … [Read more...] about Ladybug Refrigerator Magnets Made with Air Dry Modeling Clay
Hand Painted Summer and Beach Themed Seashells
These hand painted summer and beach themed seashells are the perfect little decorations for the summertime. They can be used as home decor accents or place them outside around the garden, front porch, deck, and swimming pool. They add a nice pop of color and totally celebrate the summer season. … [Read more...] about Hand Painted Summer and Beach Themed Seashells