There’s something about beach themed decor that makes me swoon. I’m not sure if it’s the muted colors of the sea or just the fact that anything beach related seems to invoke a calmi...
About a month after the Twin Towers fell in New York City my sweet puppy, Angel, was born. I wanted to bring her home the very moment I saw her fuzzy little face, but I had another week to wait. At a...
Before I tell you what a Kadam flower is and where they can be found, I should probably mention that this project was literally one of the “kismet” moments. I work part time for a company...
If you follow my cooking blog, Amanda’s Cookin’, then last week you may have read that it was my 45th birthday and I dedicated my cake and post to my late mother. She passed away at my ag...
Buttons aren’t just for seamstresses you know. I always have a stash of buttons on hand for a variety of projects. I love using them with kid’s crafts, they are great for dressing up litt...
Sometimes things just hit me. Take these cardboard snakes as an example. I’m not sure why, but all of a sudden my mind said “Hey, I think a cardboard tube cut into a coil would make a rea...
When Hunger Games came out, I neglected to make any crafts to celebrate its opening. So now that The Avengers is all the rage, I thought it would be fun to create something your kids, especially the ...
Spring break has come and gone and many people hit the beach during this time of year. We come back home with a bag of seashells, the sound of the ocean waves crashing in our ears, and the sme...
One of the things I love about spring and the coming of summer is that I have the excuse to make more ladybug crafts! They are so fun and colorful and easy to make, how could I not love creating with...
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Whitney Farms for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. If you have seen any of my Instagram photos, you’ll know that the tulips I ...
Wooden beads are a blank canvas. A great way for kids, especially tweens through teens, to express their creativity and work a little more intently on a project. Wooden beads can be painted then deco...
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Leviton for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Do you watch the DIY Network? When I can pry the remote out of my husband’s hand I do! ...
Frames are an easy and inexpensive way to accessorize any room in your home. They also make fabulous gifts and can be tailored to anyone’s tastes. These wooden frames are only a dollar at most ...
Now that spring is here and the weather is warming up, you and your kids will love this adorable twirling ladybug project! They spin and twirl and look so cute, all you need is a little breeze. These...
You’ve probably noticed a trend on this blog… I like to recycle. I use recycled materials in many of my projects, and I always have several old pairs of jeans lying around. Kids grow like...
Easter is almost here, so if you need that little something to dress up the table, these pretty springtime napkin rings could be just the ticket. Using pastels colors, simple wooden napkin rings, and...
Spring is in the air, my tulips are coming up and its raining today. I love spring and all the beautiful colors that come with it. To celebrate, I made this pretty vase with simple bubble style poppy...
Spring is here! To celebrate I wanted to share with you this cute little spring flower craft you can make with your kids. You just need some pipe cleaners, foam cups and a little imagination. Im so e...
Last week I attended a food blogging conference in Orlando (details to come on my food blog) and the day of the actual conference was none other than St. Patricks Day. Well, I dont wear green much, s...
Puppets and puppet shows are a favorite among children. They love to play make believe and create little pretend worlds full of fascinating characters. So why not create a little puppet theater out o...
You might be wondering why I would make faux chalkboard pots instead of just using chalkboard paint. While you certainly can use chalkboard paint and make yours so you can erase and rewrite, I had to...
Are you and your kids dreaming of summer like I am? Ive had about enough of winter and I am totally ready for warmer weather! I am heading to Florida for a conference in less than two weeks, and that...
Spring is almost here and I cannot wait to get some fresh herbs into my home. I thought I would create something for the kitchen that shows my love for fresh herbs, hence these faux embossed herb pla...
Last fall I visited a local flea market and found a truly amazing vintage farmhouse window. It was grubby and grimy and needed a lot of elbow grease to get it clean, but I knew exactly where I was go...
Making homemade window clings is fun, its easy and you really only need one thing.. puffy paint. We are about to make rainbows, shamrocks, a pot of gold, a leprechaun hat and the word lucky. All of w...
Need something pretty to fill with candy, jewelry, or even a little love note? Make a pretty trinket box using inexpensive paper mache boxes from the craft store, metallic paint and some pretty scrap...
Fun valentine greetings and gifts made from your childrens photos! And the best part is you can adjust one craft thats fitting for a preschooler all the way up to a teen friendly craft. Make a mosaic...
Wreaths are wonderful and all, but why not really celebrate the season of love with an actual heart to hang on your door? Valentines Day wouldnt be complete without a heart, and certainly needs roses...
I love all the conversation heart crafts around for Valentines Day. Ive made some other conversation heart crafts, and Ive made treat holders for other holidays as well. So when I saw the cute pink f...
Valentines Day is coming soon, so youre going to need something fun to give out tasty treats in! These Valentine buckets, adorned in polka dotted hearts, make for a great gift filled with chocolate o...
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