Although it is hard to believe it’s that time of the year again already, all of the stores here have had their holiday decorations up for weeks. My neighbors’ front yards are full of lights and inflatable snow globes. People around me are already halfway through their holiday shopping! I’m not there yet, not even …
Happy Crafting! Jillian here from Her Split Ends with a fun and easy ornament crafting idea. I was on the hunt for a fun project to use some of the leftover clothespins from a baby shower I hosted for my sweet sister-in-law. When I stumbled across a little inspiration on Pinterest {shocker!} I knew just …
One of my very favorite parts of the holiday season is attending my friend, Meghan’s, annual Cookie Party. What could possibly be better than good friends, yummy food, and dozens of cookies all in one place? Not much I say. Traditionally, I make and bring these Gingerbread Snowflake cookies, adapted from a Martha Stewart recipe. They may …
One of the realities of parenthood is that the days may seem long, but the years are short. I love creating and gifting keepsakes around the holidays that are meaningful, beautiful, and that we’ll cherish for years to come. I recently purchased the Baby Handprint Ornament (currently on sale!) from Pottery Barn Kids, and it’ll definitely be one of those …
If you love Christmas crafting, this is the post for you! Sharing over 50+ Christmas Crafts for Adults! I can’t believe it’s already time to be thinking about Christmas crafts, but it is, and I’m so excited! I recently shared about Christmas Crafts for Toddlers, and knew it was time for an updated post for …
I’ll admit, I’m not nearly done decorating for Christmas yet (as in, my tree isn’t even up), but that doesn’t mean holiday decor is a no-show in our home so far. I’ve been having way more fun than I should decorating and changing out decor in a few well-loved corners of my home. I wanted …
Hello, Hello! Looking for an easy and delicious fudge recipe? You’ve come to the right place! Best part-no candy thermometer needed! Yep-this recipe’s a keeper. Ingredients: 2 tsp. plus 1 c. butter, divided 4 c. sugar 1 c. 2% milk 25 large marshmallows 1 pkg. milk chocolate chips 2 c. semisweet chocolate chips 2 oz. …
Hello, friends! Happy day-before-Thanksgiving! Be sure to check back here on Friday for the start of our Black Friday weekend promotions-we have lots of shops with amazing deals to help you check off your list while staying out of the cold. I can’t wait! We’re about 10 days from the start of December, and that …
Looking for a cute and clever gift idea? These personalized hoop ornaments aren’t just for Christmas! Make them with different colors for baby gift or wedding gifts! Looking for an easy, customizable, and just downright adorable gift idea? Look no further. These personalized hoop ornaments will make the perfect gift for the little ones in …
{this is a repost from last year-enjoy!} I love these typography heart ornaments! Use them as ornaments, gift toppers, or just display them in a pretty bowl (or maybe on a pretty pedestal?) for easy holiday decorating. Materials: felt white cotton fabric stamps and ink embroidery thread and needle poly fiber-fill to stuff Step …
Today, I’m excited to share an easy burlap wreath! The loops give it a whimsical feel and the gold dotted burlap is just so lovely and fun! If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I was super excited to find this gold dotted burlap fabric at Joann’s the other week. I bought a …
Preparing your handmade shop for the holiday season?Want to be promoted on burlap+blue? burlap+blue wants to help promote unique small businesses who focus on quality, clever and just plain fabulous goods! We will be promoting a limited number of shops starting Black Friday and continuing through the weekend. Have an amazing holiday product or special shop …