Since I love to craft and with 4th of July approaching I thought a 4th of July craft was in order. It's the perfect time to get all Patriotic and have some fun with stars. Plus making some fun Patriotic decorations for your home is always a bonus. No one else will have them... Unless they make them too. =P With that being said, I introduce you to our new Thursday Craft, DIY Patriotic Mason Jars. Yep. Mason Jar fun!!! I don't know about you, but I am very excited! I had so much fun making these … [Read more...]
Popsicle Stick Frames
Today we live in a world of all things digital. Everything from music, movies and our precious memories! As someone who loves to take photo's, I am a lover of prints! They don't have to be made into some huge wall canvas but rather Popsicle Stick Frames! Its time to have a little fun, print out some of our favorite shots and get those popsicle sticks out to get creative and fun! Its time to dig through all those digital photo's you have and get to printing them out. Time to get your memories … [Read more...]
Easy DIY Washi Tape Bookmark
Do you love books? Flipping through the pages of a story and escaping your reality for the pages of a good book? If you said yes, than this Easy DIY Washi Tape Bookmark is for you! I am always losing my bookmarks so to be able to make them on the spot makes my life so much easier! Being the avid reader I am, it is always nice to have a collection of bookmarks. I am always losing them or leaving them in other books. It's horrible. Well enough is enough! This Easy DIY Washi Tape Bookmark has … [Read more...]
Good Tips Tuesday Link-Up Party #126: 6 Fun and Educational Summer Activities For Kids
Welcome to week # of Good Tips Tuesday! Today I am sharing 6 fun and educational summer activities that are great for while the kids are off school. This is a mix of educational and fun. I hope that you and your children enjoy them! How To Make a Ring Toss Game Using Empty Bottles from Real Advice Gal Teddy Bear Writing Prompts from The Homeschool Village Explore Nature During Your Travels from Word Traveling 10 Flower and Garden Themed Snacks from Something 2 Offer If You Give a … [Read more...]
Reduce Stress With a Creative New Hobby
Image Living a creative life brings lots of rewards and health benefits. It has a positive impact on your physical and mental wellbeing. Research has shown that being creative adds to our happiness and sense of fulfillment. If you would like to inject some creativity into your life, check out these hobbies. Sewing, Quilting, and Embroidery Sewing is good for us. And that's not just in the practical sense of having all of our clothing neatly mended. It is good in other ways too. Because … [Read more...]
34 Adult Coloring Books
Adult coloring books are all the rage right now. I know for me, coloring is the ultimate stress reliever. Focusing on something besides whatever is going on in your life is great. Check out this roundup of 34 adult coloring books. There's something for everyone! & Doodle Dogs: Adult Coloring Books Featuring Over 30 Stress Relieving Dogs Designs Harry Potter Coloring Book Balance (Angie's Extreme Stress Menders Volume 1) Animal Kingdom: Animals Out The … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Conversation Heart Sugar Scrub
Today I am sharing a fun sugar scrub recipe using a popular Valentine's Day candy - conversation hearts! This would make the perfect gift for the sweetheart in your life. Simply make a batch and put in a cute mason jar, tie with a ribbon, and you have a great gift they are sure to enjoy! Ingredients: 2 Cups Granulated Sugar 1/2 Cup Coconut Oil 1/4 Cup Almond Oil 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 1/4 Cup Conversation Hearts 3 Drops Vitamin E Oil (Optional) Directions: In a medium … [Read more...]
Valentine�s Day Conversation Hearts Votive Holder
Do you love conversation hearts? They seem to reflect the Valentine's Day season quite well! This season, why not work a few into your crafting? Here is how you can create a Valentine's Day conversation hearts votive holder, perfect for displaying amongst your d�cor or for gift giving. Making one is a cinch and costs just pennies too! Here is how to get started making your own. Supplies Needed: Small Glass Jelly Jar or Canning Jar Conversation Hearts Candy Ribbon or Twine For Trim Tea … [Read more...]