I’m learning to make cold-press soap!
When you go to craft shows, or fancy boutiquey stores, do you pine for the all natural ingredients and beautiful scents of artisanal soaps? I do. I want to try them all! The best way to do that, I decided, is to learn to make cold-press soap myself! I watched some YouTube videos and read […]
Dollar store Easter wreath
If you could whip out an easy, cheerful, bright and full Easter wreath for less than $20 and in about an hour wouldn’t you try? Then you’re definitely going to be all over this dollar store Easter wreath I made a few years ago. Dollar stores are chock-full of Easter bits and bobs now, so […]
KitKat candy sleigh
Use as stocking stuffers, gift toppers, tree ornaments, or treats for neighbours and friends – these inexpensive KitKat Candy sleighs are easy, adorable, and a sweet treat for anyone. The girls and I hit the Dollarama the other day to get a few Christmas supplies… ornaments to paint, fairy lights, some simple garland and (of course) […]
Simple pinecone ornaments
Simple pinecone ornaments – don’t buy new when all you need is a slight update to the old! Last weekend I put up the main Christmas tree in the house – my beautiful 9′ Hayden Pine that I bought myself as a Christmas gift last year. He is so beautiful all on his own, but […]
House pen holder / house planter
A simple and fun project today – these little house pen holders / house planters are made up of 5 pieces of scrap wood and a bit of glue. You can whip them up in minutes and create adorable decor for your office, shelves and/or window sills. I cut a couple of these house pen […]
Easy Macrame Ornaments – with video tutorials
You don’t have to know macrame, or have any special tools to make these easy macrame ornaments. Great for homemade ornaments on your tree, or as gift toppers for those you are giving gifts to. I’ve been saving macrame ornaments on my Pinterest boards lately and some of the creators are just unbelievable. I thought […]
Vern the Fern
A simple Hallowe’en craft for you and the kids – add eyeballs to your plants and create your own “Vern the fern”! I feel like I’ve shared this before, but since I can’t find it, I’m sharing it again…. Looking for an easy way to “Hallowe’en” up your house – yup – used it as […]