There is something about cotton lace that just exudes vintage charm. Today’s tutorial shows you how to create lovely gathered flowers from such lace to create the perfect backdrop to showcase pretty buttons, or in this case, some lovely rhinestone pendants from the Styled by Tori Spelling line of jewelry. These lace brooches, which mimic…
Craft Gift Ideas
DIY Accessories with Styled by Tori Spelling
I shared a sneak peek a couple of weeks ago of the gorgeous haul of goodies I received from Darice from their Styled by Tori Spelling line of jewelry. If I was in love with these pieces when I first cracked open the box, suffice it to say I am absolutely smitten after playing and…
“World’s Best Daddy” Keepsake Book + Free Printables
The best dads are a precious commodity. They wipe noses and bottoms.They play catch until their arms are like Jello.They tell their little ones every day how much they are loved and cherished so they never doubt it for a minute.With all of that under their belt, I believe every daddy out there deserves to…
Children’s Artwork Keepsake Book (Mothers’ Day Gift Idea)
It’s T-minus two days and counting until the big day (Mothers’ Day, that is!), and if you are still on the lookout for a fun gift for the mothers and grandmothers in your life, this new spin on an idea I shared a few days ago might be just the ticket.Remember the Mothers’ Day Photo…
Rice Krispies Treat Flower Pops + Free Printables
It is always nice to have special gift ideas in your arsenal that make it possible to get kiddos involved in the prep process. The idea I’m sharing today – Flower Rice Krispies Treat Pops – is one that enables children to add their artistic stamp to a sweet gift perfect for teachers, moms, grandmas…
Personalized Calculators + Free Printables (Teacher Appreciation Gift)
I don’t know about you, but I think it is incredible that we are already entering the second week of May! This is the time of year when I am needing quick and easy gift ideas to simplify the end-of-year rush. Today I’m sharing one of the little gifts my son will be…
Mothers’ Day Photo Collage + Free Printables
Of all of the gift projects I’ve ever completed, I have gotten more positive feedback on the Fathers’ Day photo collages I put together for my hubby and each of our dads last year. Everyone loved them! This year, I thought I would parlay that same idea into a gift for our moms for Mothers’…
Clipboard Photo Display Tutorial
Isn’t it incredible how when the calendar turns to April, it seems there are not just one or two, but dozens of different events and holidays that necessitate gifts? With Mothers’ Day, Fathers’ Day, end of school celebrations, graduations and weddings (plus a few baby showers thrown in for good measure!), the spring is certainly…
A+ Teacher Photo Collage (Teacher Appreciation Idea)
This week has been teacher appreciation week at my oldest son’s school, and I wanted to make a little something to give to his teacher to let her know how much we truly value all she does for her students. As I was considering what type of project to put together, I immediately thought of…
Valentine Gift Boxes
With the Craft and Hobby Association show in full swing (I will be going – someday!), crafting companies are busy unveiling their latest, greatest products. Lifestyle Crafts is doing just that! I had the opportunity recently to get a sneak peek of some of the terrific dies from their new CHA release, and I have to…