Creativity is Not a Hobby; it's a Way of Life!
Some of my favorite gifts I’ve ever given or received were handmade. They are treasured items that I often kept on display for years to come. We still have some lovely items that were made for my daughter when she was little and they’re now in the nursery for her children. That’s why I’m always […]
You’ve probably figured out, after hanging around here for a while, that I like quick, easy, and inexpensive craft ideas. Oh, don’t get me wrong – I love to crochet, do silk ribbon embroidery, and make mixed media art. But, in between those longer projects, I like some that give me that feeling of nearly […]
Do you use coasters or are you one of those uncivilized types who just sit a drink down anywhere? Ha! Just kidding. I just grew up in a home filled with antiques. So it was ingrained into us that you must always use a coaster under your beverage. Fast forward a few years and I […]
This is such an easy project but yet right on trend and really pretty. It makes a perfect Mother’s Day gift! Just add a bottle or two of essential oils and you’re all set. Find out how to make an essential oils diffuser necklace in 10 minutes below: Materials needed for the essential oils diffuser […]
These DIY Air Dry Clay Necklaces, Brooches, and Ornaments are really easy and inexpensive to make. You can whip up a batch of them in almost no time! They make a great gift for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, and more. What are your kids making for Valentine’s Day to give to their classmates? I’m […]
Welcome to Day 9 in the 12 Days of Christmas Recipes and Crafts ideas. We have another great craft for you to enjoy this holiday season and beyond. Snowmen are such a popular motif this time of year. My daughter even collects snowman themed decorations! Get your kids in on the crafting fun with this […]
Well, here we are again at the start of a new week and another Menu Plan Monday. And I need this week to be a super easy one. I spent Friday – well at least several hours on Friday – at the Urgent Care Center. They ran a whole battery of tests, thinking that I […]
Disclosure: I’ve always been very passionate about saving our planet and the creatures that live on it. This blog post on Planting a Bee Friendly Garden is sponsored by Honey Nut Cheerios and the Bring Back the Bees Campaign. I have received compensation in exchange for it but as always, will give you my honest […]
If you are looking for a good way to save money this year, starting a vegetable garden is a step in the right direction. Worried because you are a beginner? No worries! It doesn’t have to be complicated. If you’re not sure how to start a vegetable garden, just read on. Planting as little as […]
Disclosure: This post on Gardening Tips for Beginners contains affiliate links. Exercise, relaxation, and fresh air are all fantastic rewards you can receive from gardening. If this is your first time, planting and even designing your first garden can feel like a daunting task. Thankfully though, there are a lot of helpful gardening tips for […]
