It’s the time of year when millions of parents and children are getting ready to head back-to-school. I know here in our area, the kids go back to school later this month. Every year it seems they go back earlier and earlier. When I was a child, we always went back a few days after Labor Day. * … [Read more...] about Affordable and Cute Back-to-School Supplies from Yoobi
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Kid’s Craft Project: Perler Melty Beads Children’s Jewelry
Looking for a fun craft project to do with the kids? If so, we've got one for you today! Little girls can turn these designs into jewelry and little boys can turn them into refrigerator magnets. * This post contains affiliate links. See disclosure located below. If you've never worked with … [Read more...] about Kid’s Craft Project: Perler Melty Beads Children’s Jewelry
Coastal Home Decorating: Metallic Painted Seashells
I love decorating my home in the coastal beach style. I find the color palette to be relaxing and soothing. In our area, most people decorate their homes in a country style or modern style, so I enjoy being different! Every time we go down to the beach (we live 3 1/2 hours from the Atlantic … [Read more...] about Coastal Home Decorating: Metallic Painted Seashells
Crochet Animal Rugs with Over 20 Patterns Book by Ira Rott
When I was a little girl I used to sit and watch my grandmother and mother crochet. They would spend days and sometimes weeks working on pillows, blankets, hats, scarves, gloves, mittens, home decor and toys for the family. I was always amazed at the items that they would create. At the age of 13 … [Read more...] about Crochet Animal Rugs with Over 20 Patterns Book by Ira Rott
Craft Project – DIY Large Seashell Trinket Dish
How many of you have seashells that you've collected from a recent or past beach vacation? Heading to the beach for summer vacation this year? If you answered YES to either of those questions, you're going to love our super-easy craft project this week! Matter of fact, we shared a version of this … [Read more...] about Craft Project – DIY Large Seashell Trinket Dish
Craft Project: Seashell Crabs Yard Art
I enjoy taking long walks on the beach and collecting seashells, drift wood and sea glass. I've amassed a large collection of beach found goodies over the years and I enjoy incorporating those found objects into some of our craft projects. Today's project is one that will cost you very little … [Read more...] about Craft Project: Seashell Crabs Yard Art
Paint and Frame: Botanical Painting by Sara Boccaccini Meadows
Paint and Frame: Botanical Painting features 20 charming modern watercolor projects including florals, nature scenes, and more. With step-by-step instructions and watercolor paper included, you can try your hand at these “mini” projects, and then you can instantly display your painting in one of the … [Read more...] about Paint and Frame: Botanical Painting by Sara Boccaccini Meadows
DIY Coastal Style Terracotta Flower Pots
I have a lot of indoor houseplants and I have to admit, I'm pretty good at growing them. Back in late Spring I decided to grow some starters and last week they were finally rooted and ready to be planted. I decorate my home in a coastal and beach style and needed some new flower pots. Since I can … [Read more...] about DIY Coastal Style Terracotta Flower Pots