Look but don’t lick! This masquerader will be around for many Easters to come...long after the foil-wrapped bunnies have been consumed. Everyone loves the look of the chocolate Easter bunny! They taste amazing and are so adorable to look at. Did you know that you can add this look to your spring and Easter decor without worrying about the chocolate melting...by making your … [Read more...]
How to Make Money Selling Your Crafts on Etsy
Do you have a love for crafting? Do family and friends often ask you to make things for them? If you are a skilled artisan, chances are that you could monetize off your love and hobby of crafting. Thousands of artisans just like you are selling their handmade goods on Etsy, and making great money doing it. If you have thought about selling your crafts online but weren’t sure … [Read more...]
DIY Finger Knit Scarf
How to knit a scarf just using your fingers! Guest Post by Jamie Winter is coming and I think we have all learned from the brutal winter we had last year that you can never have too many scarves. If you don't have the budget to buy your scarves, don't worry...you can make your own! Don't knit? That is totally OK because you don't need to know how to knit. … [Read more...]
DIY Holiday/Party Pom Pom Garland
Whether it is the holidays or a special party you are hosting any time of the year, garland makes a very festive and inexpensive way to decorate your home. Pom pom garland is easy to make and requires very few supplies and can easily add just the right touch to brighten up your home or party . Supplies: Skein of yarn Scissors Needle (I used a doll needle since the … [Read more...]
Creative Ways to Use Old or Broken Crayons
If you have kids, you have crayons! Kids and crayons seem to go hand and hand, and if your home is like most with little ones, you have an abundance of broken and discarded crayons in desperate search of a new home. Your first instinct may be to pitch these pieces of colorful wax, but hang on a second there. Take a look below at ways to use old or broken crayons and give those … [Read more...]
Frozen Inspired Winter Wreath
The traditional reds and greens of Christmas, including the beautiful festive door wreaths, have been packed away and retired for the season. But wait! Don't succumb to the cold and barren mood of winter. Your door can still look beautiful for the remainder of the winter and keep your spirits up. Our Frozen inspired winter wreath is fun, easy and very affordable to … [Read more...]
DIY Cinnamon Stick Votive Holder
Do you love the smell of cinnamon? Crafting with cinnamon sticks can be a lot of fun, and create something that not only looks great but smells great too. Take a look below at how we crafted a cinnamon stick votive holder, perfect for adding to your holiday home décor. Making your own cinnamon stick votive holder is easy, so keep reading to see how you can get … [Read more...]
DIY Halloween Eyeball BOO-quet
Halloween is just around the corner! Add some Halloween décor to your home or office by making this Eyeball BOO-quet. This affordable and easy to make Halloween craft will set the mood right for your Halloween night! Supplies ✔ Plastic eye balls: I have seen these at dollar stores and just about any other store that sells Halloween decorations or costumes. Pick these … [Read more...]
DIY Ladybug Planter Yard Art
Every gardener knows the superstition that seeing a ladybug will bring good luck. It is hardly surprising that these beautiful creatures are so welcome in the landscape: one ladybug will eat thousands of bugs that harm vegetables and flowers. Their stylish coats- bright red wings with distinctive black dots- charm both young and old alike. You don’t have to rely on Mother … [Read more...]
DIY Air Freshener
Reaching for a store-bought air freshener is an easy way to cover up unwanted smells and odors but it might not be the healthiest and most economical way. Many commercial deodorizers contain chemicals that can actually contribute to unhealthy indoor air. We want to share with you a homemade air freshener that is not only environmentally friendly and inexpensive to make, but can … [Read more...]