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 […]
Did you know that a few years ago, I went through the training to become a Community Food Advisor? Our mandate is to go out into the community and teach people about healthy eating – from things like teaching them about Canada’s Food Guide to meal planning to better grocery shopping to actual cooking classes. […]
/If you’ve been around here for a while, then you know I love to meal plan. It’s a great way to get organized, save money, avoid food waste, and simplify your life. I used to watch a TV show called Fixing Dinner and it was one of my biggest inspirations for getting started with meal […]
I LOVE watermelon! Watermelon and strawberries have always been my favorite foods – well, at least my favorite fruits. Now that I’m allergic to strawberries, watermelon features heavily in my diet. There’s just something so pretty and colorful about it – not to mention that it tastes SO good. Watermelon is mostly…well…water. But it’s still […]
I absolutely love to travel. And one of my favorite ways to travel is on my own. Traveling alone can seem rather scary at first. It isn’t uncommon for someone planning their first solo trip to be worried about what may happen, and how they will navigate through everything without someone else by their side. […]
