How many of you knit or crochet? I've been doing both for decades. Back in the 1960's and 1970's it was necessary for young girls to learn the trade. It was how we made our own hats, scarves, mittens, socks, gloves, shawls, poncho's, etc. If you were a mother you knitted or crochet'ed your child's … [Read more...] about My First Knitting Book by Hildegarde Deuzo
Crafts and Hobbies
Magical Unicorn Christmas Activity Book for Kids
Every year when Thanksgiving rolls around I like to give each of my grandchildren 1-2 little gifts to help them get excited for the upcoming Christmas season. I will give them books, puzzles, holiday music CDs, holiday related movie DVDs, Christmas theme'd pajamas, and all sorts of cool things. This … [Read more...] about Magical Unicorn Christmas Activity Book for Kids
Perfect Presentation: 5 Crafty Ways to Make Your Gifts Stand Out
Every year, people prepare presents for their loved ones on birthdays and holidays. Department stores know this very well, so they always have a gift section, which is full of similar-looking wrapping papers, bags, and boxes. Most people are so used to picking up generic wrapping papers from the … [Read more...] about Perfect Presentation: 5 Crafty Ways to Make Your Gifts Stand Out
Coastal Crafts: Seashell Covered Wood Seahorse Wall Art
I've been collecting seashells for 35+ years. When I say collecting, I'm talking about seashells that I've personally picked up off of a beach somewhere during our travels. I have 6 boxes of labeled shells that are for my collection and then I have 8-10 plastic storage crates full of shells that I … [Read more...] about Coastal Crafts: Seashell Covered Wood Seahorse Wall Art
Christmas Color By Number Book by George Toufexis
These days most of us lead very busy lives. Our schedules are jam-packed with work and activities from the time we wake-up until the time we fall into bed. It seems like there is never enough time in our day to complete everything that we want to get done. All of that hustle and bustle in our daily … [Read more...] about Christmas Color By Number Book by George Toufexis
Craft Project: Painted Flip Flops Seashells Garden Yard Art
During the hot summer months we tend to run around primarily in our flip-flops. They're comfortably and help to keep you cool on those hot summertime days. Plus, if you're heading to the beach, they're the perfect shoe for the sand. These hand-painted seashells make the perfect art objects to … [Read more...] about Craft Project: Painted Flip Flops Seashells Garden Yard Art
How to Preserve Delicate Crab Shells and Seashells
I've been collecting seashells for 40+ years and have collected over a dozen large boxes full of shells. I use them to decorate the inside & outside of my home and in various home decor projects. When picking up seashells off of the beach, you ONLY want to collect unoccupied shells. If you … [Read more...] about How to Preserve Delicate Crab Shells and Seashells
To Have and to Hold: How to Create DIY Wedding Invitations
Planning your wedding is an exciting time and there's nothing more thrilling than finally sending the invitations to your loved ones. However, you don't have to spend a fortune to send out stunning invitations. DIY wedding invitations are simple to do and it's a great way to incorporate your … [Read more...] about To Have and to Hold: How to Create DIY Wedding Invitations