Maybe I’m generalising just a little bit, but I truly believe most people can’t resist a good Easter egg hunt. And if you’re taking part in one this year, whether you’ve got young kids or you’re just a big kid at heart, you’ll need something on hand to collect all that chocolate loot! Well look no … Read more
The holiday of love is coming up, and you know how much we love a simple homemade gift! Since Valentine’s Day can be a high-cost holiday, it’s the perfect time to take the DIY route and gift cute printable valentines your sweetheart will really appreciate. Whether you’re giving valentines to your S.O. or your friends, they’ll appreciate the … Read more
Photo: My Poppet If you’re like me, you probably have a craft closet full of leftover supplies from past projects… yarn scraps, small pieces of fabric and lots of random bits of paper. So today we’re going to share ten genius projects that will help you use up those scraps – which will also help you get … Read more
Christmas trees aren’t for everyone. They can be pricey when you’re on a budget, tricky in a small apartment, and nearly impossible with pets. This year we came up with a super affordable, easy to assemble, clever tree that only requires a wall, a roll of tape, a stapler, dexterous fingers, and about an hour of … Read more
Photo: Faith Towers Provencher Sometimes I get sick of using the same old gift wrapping supplies every year – they just never seem to run out! So this year I decided to get a little creative with my Christmas gift wrap by using office supplies to decorate plain brown kraft paper packages. And it was … Read more
Giving cash this Christmas? (We still think it’s better than a gift card.) Instead of just sticking the bills in a card, how about festively folding them into a Christmas money tree shape? With this simple technique, you’ll have the whole project done in less than five minutes. Here’s how to make a money tree for … Read more
When it comes to the holidays, there are lots of things that I look forward to. The seasonal desserts, the quirky traditions, and the festive decor, just to name a few. There is one thing that I dread, however, when family and friends gather: small talk. Maybe it’s because I’m an introvert, or maybe it’s because … Read more
I’ve been a vegetarian for over 13 years now, and there aren’t many meat-eating rituals that I feel like I’m missing out on. I don’t crave hamburgers, I don’t really care for barbecuing, and carving a turkey isn’t my style either. Free wishes, though…that’s something I could use more of! This quick Thanksgiving decoration is as close to a wishbone as I’m getting, … Read more
I saw Martha “antique” paper a few years ago, and although I don’t remember her technique, I do remember that it was complicated. I played around with the general idea, though, and came up with an easy way to get the same aged look. Supplies You’ll Need for Aging Paper A piece of paper you … Read more