Do you love easy Easter crafts? I always do a bunch of crafting in the Spring. With St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Earth Day, and nature coming back to life the inspiration just keeps coming! It's weird to have Easter so late this year, though-- even if it gives us way more time for crafts. But let's be real here. This is me, after all. Having Easter so late this year just gave … [Read more...]
Easy Decoupage Kids Craft: Sweet Little Birdhouse
Apparently, I am a glutton for punishment mean mom. Our kids have been restricted from their tablets for a month--since before school ended. As a matter of fact, they haven't been able to use any electronics. I do allow a little bit of television while I work a couple hours a day. We've made several trips to the library, played in the pool, and crafted up a storm. Pork Chop … [Read more...]
Decoupage Gift Idea: Fabric on Plate Project for Spring
Crafting doesn't have to be expensive to look expensive. This easy decoupage idea is perfect for a gift. If you are looking for a handmade Mother's Day gift idea. This might be the one for you! As a mom, I treasure the gifts that my kids make for me. My mom proudly wears the hats I crocheted for her a couple of years ago, each winter. She always takes a selfie and posts it … [Read more...]
DIY Window Clings: Butterflies in the Garden
My little girl batted her eyes and asked me why we haven't made DIY window clings in a long time. I figured that they were now getting too old to enjoy that kind of thing. We used to make homemade puffy paint window clings all the time. I'm so glad I was wrong. I want time to slow down and bring my preschoolers back. Note that I didn't say babies or toddlers … [Read more...]
15 DIY Fairy Gardens that will make you see the magic
There is a corner of our yard, at the base of our largest palm tree, that sparkles with magic. Yard debris collects there all winter, lizards dart to and fro--earthworms writhe in the loam, and I can almost see the fairies darting past. Of course--they are Florida fairies, tropical and just west of exotic. We spent a few days this past week clearing out the winter … [Read more...]