I enjoy dabbling in the world of arts and crafts, especially with two children at home who need to be kept busy with creative projects. Over the years we've enjoyed decorative painting, beading, modeling clay, cardmaking, sticker making, artistic posters, tie dying, and all sorts of different … [Read more...] about A Happy Book of Little Gifts to Make by Sarah Hand
arts and crafts
Grinch Made from Gain Laundry Pod Plastic Containers
This Grinch storage container was made by recycling a plastic Gain laundry pod container. Those containers are lime green in color. You can use your new container to store small christmas balls, ornaments, ornament hooks, and other small items that need to be kept protected. You can also place a … [Read more...] about Grinch Made from Gain Laundry Pod Plastic Containers
Fun Hand Painted Seashells for Summer Decor
It's fun putting out some new things to mark the Summer season. I decorate my home in a coastal cottage style and change out my accessories to coordinate with the season. Last weekend my granddaughter (age 13) and I sat down to paint several seashells. They had a nice pop of color and can be brought … [Read more...] about Fun Hand Painted Seashells for Summer Decor
How to Make Your Own Coastal Beach Home Decor Accents
I decorate my home in a coastal cottage beach style. I love the neutral colors and the relaxing feel that it gives to my home. With that said, coastal home decor can be expensive and hard to find. A lot of times I make my own accents and do so on a budget! Last month I was in Dollar General Store … [Read more...] about How to Make Your Own Coastal Beach Home Decor Accents
Classic Disney Characters Crochet Starter Kit
How many of you like to sit down and crochet? I really enjoy it as a way to relax and a way to be creative. Over the decades I've made afghans, table runners, scarves, hats, mittens, gloves, toys for my grandchildren, sweaters, booties, a poncho for my daughter Shelly, purses, tote bags, etc. You … [Read more...] about Classic Disney Characters Crochet Starter Kit
Quick and Easy Seashell Garden Plant Markers
Heading on vacation this summer to the beach? Live near the beach or have a collection of seashells sitting around collecting dust? Turn those seashells into garden plant markers! Seashells hold up well to the weather! They will help you indentify your garden plants. Use them in veggetable and … [Read more...] about Quick and Easy Seashell Garden Plant Markers
Make Pom-Poms Quickly and Easily with a Knitting Loom
Shelly and I make a lot of knitted and crochet hats and beanies for the local cancer treatment center. We like to donate 50-75 of them a year. All of the patients really appreciate receiving free hats while going through their cancer treatment. Some of the hats we leave plain on the top (like a … [Read more...] about Make Pom-Poms Quickly and Easily with a Knitting Loom
Fun Ways to Pass the Time When You’re Bored at Home
When you’re stuck at home and feeling the boredom blues, the suggestions in this article will help to transform your day. No matter where you live or what age you are, these activities are for everyone. Ready to have some fun? If so, here’s what’s on offer. Search The Internet for Stuff You Are … [Read more...] about Fun Ways to Pass the Time When You’re Bored at Home