I'm a big fan of butterflies. They're beautiful, colorful and have a lot of inspirational meaning. Every year spring through fall I look forward to seeing them hovering around in my flower garden. If you enjoy seeing butterflies and looking for a way to bring their beauty into your home you'll want … [Read more...] about Beautiful Press-Out Flying Butterflies Book
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Vintage Kid’s Crafts: Pet Rocks and Pet Seashells
A few weeks ago I was have a chat with my grandchildren about pet rocks and they had no idea what they were. When I was a child, even when my daughter was a child, making & having a pet rock was a popular thing. I thought it was a craft project that most children did or at the very least, knew … [Read more...] about Vintage Kid’s Crafts: Pet Rocks and Pet Seashells
Crochet Scrubby Sparkle Dishcloth Pattern
During the winter season I enjoy sitting down and working on a few crochet and knitting projects. I like to make handcrafted hats, scarves, dishcloths, ponchos, doilies and afghans to name just a few. I first learned to crochet and knit when I was 14 years old as we had to make our own hats, gloves … [Read more...] about Crochet Scrubby Sparkle Dishcloth Pattern
Kawaii Origami Book by Chrissy Pushkin with Origami Papers
I love paper crafting...especially scrapbooking and cardmaking. With that said, I've been dabbling a little bit into the world of Origami over the past few months and have learned a lot. One of the best things about Origami is that its an affordable crafting medium and anyone can learn it. * … [Read more...] about Kawaii Origami Book by Chrissy Pushkin with Origami Papers
Painted Yellow Chicks Seashells for Easter Decorating
Easter this year falls on Sunday April 21st. I'm one of those people who prefer for it to fall in late March or in early April. I just prefer the holidays to be more evenly spread out, especially after a long winter season. * This post contains affiliate links. Anyway, I've got another … [Read more...] about Painted Yellow Chicks Seashells for Easter Decorating
Easy St. Patrick’s Day Painted Seashells
Looking for an easy St. Patrick's Day craft project to do with the kids? Got a few seashells laying around the house or leftover from summer vacation? If so, we've got a fun and easy project for you today! We made these adorable St. Patrick's Day painted seashells with 9 - 11 year old's. If you … [Read more...] about Easy St. Patrick’s Day Painted Seashells
Coastal Style Upcycled Wood Storage Crates
Last year I received a foodie gift basket that arrived in a wooden storage crate. While I loved all of the foodie goodies...I absolutely hated the wood storage crate! Why you might ask? Well...it was done in a redwood stain which doesn't work in my coastal style home! Since I had no need for the … [Read more...] about Coastal Style Upcycled Wood Storage Crates
Kid’s Crafts: Painted Sports Ball Themed River Rocks
Children love to play various sports and will often try out several different type's of athletic sports until they settle on their favorite. Our granddaughter enjoys playing soccer and golf, while my grandson enjoys baseball and basketball. Today's kid's craft project is for children who enjoy … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts: Painted Sports Ball Themed River Rocks