If you are looking for a fun Father’s Day craft, I thought I would share this paperweight I made from salt dough several years ago. It’s fun, it’s easy for the kids to make, and dad will love it! Get … Read the rest
Wooden Star Lantern
I love that this lantern is made from scratch. Print out the patterns, pull out your saw and paint, and build this patriotic lantern to celebrate the 4th of July. This will make a great decorative centerpiece for your backyard … Read the rest
PB Inspired American Flag
Pottery Barn inspired projects are always fun. I love to see how someone takes a great looking, high priced item and creates something of their own just by looking at the original. Inspiration is a marvelous thing. With the 4th … Read the rest
Americana Rustic Flag Sign
I really love this patriotic rustic flag sign that Nicole made. The best part about this project is that it’s super easy and the technique can be mirrored by anyone. You don’t have to be a painter or a decorator, … Read the rest
From Pallet to Bookshelves
Love. I’ve really been loving all the projects people are creating from old wooden pallets lately. I’ve already featured a couple myself, like this pallet coffee table and the pallet garden here. Here’s another brilliantly creative way to use … Read the rest
Easy Paper Bag Lanterns
Aren’t these pretty? I love all the different colors and they are a simply centerpiece or would look great hanging in garland fashion too. With the end of school, beginning of summer, graduations and 4th of July on the horizon … Read the rest
6 Crafts for the Birds and Squirrels
As the long winter days come to an end, the arrival of spring brings about a renewed sense of energy and activity in nature. One of the first signs of this transformation is the flurry of activity from outdoor critters. … Read the rest
From Milk Carton to Vase
Jeromina from paper, plate and plane made these marvelous basket weaved vases from empty cardboard milk cartons. An pretty way to recycle! Jeromina said “These bright vases were woven out of milk and juice cartons, a great craft for Earth … Read the rest
Make Mother’s Day Fingerprint Candles
Aren’t these darling? Such an easy method with such adorable results. I really think these are among my favorites for Mother’s Day projects this year. Laura from Come Together Kids made these with her kids and shows you step by … Read the rest
Mini Polaroid Magnets
Isn’t this a fabulous idea for Mother’s Day? While Jenn over at Ambrosia made these for herself, I just think any mom would love this as a gift. Magnets made to look like miniature Polaroid pictures dotting the refrigerator, or … Read the rest
6 Ways to Dress Up Your Walls
One of the easiest and most cost effective ways to decorate or change up a room is with wall art. There are so many amazing ideas out there, and I have been collecting them. Whether you have the painting gene … Read the rest
Spring Vases in a Frame
Isn’t this rustic and beautiful? I love the look of the chicken wire, the distressed frames and the soft beauty of the flowers all mingled together. This arrangement would look lovely inside your home or in an outdoor seating area. … Read the rest
Eggshell Mosaic Art by Linda Biggers
I recently showed you a simple egg shell mosaic vase that I made with the broken shells of some colored Easter eggs. It’s pretty, but it pales in comparison to the work I found from artist Linda Biggers. Linda … Read the rest
6 Pretty Springtime Wreaths
Easter weekend is just about here, so now is a great time to spruce up your front door with a springtime wreath. There are quite a few pretty designs out there, I’ve gathered a few that caught my eye recently. … Read the rest
Make Some Burlap Napkin Rings
It’s almost Easter, time to dress up the table before company arrives. My friend Jen over at Tatertots and Jello has a fabulous tutorial for dressing up dollar store napkin rings with burlap and jewelry embellishments. I found some napkin … Read the rest