This fall, Rachel of Lines Across launched Let’s Wrap Stuff, a website devoted to all things gift wrap related. To celebrate its launch, Rachel challenged me and a select group of talented bloggers to come up with a creative gift wrap idea using plain kraft paper. Who doesn’t love brown paper packages tied up with string? Check out …

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Tinkerlabk-A Hands On Guide for Little Inventors The Artful Parent Paper to Petal Chalkboard Tape (I posted about this over the weekend, but wanted to repost! A couple people have asked what to use this for, and I directed them to my duct tape wreath-wouldn’t it be spectacular with chalkboard leaves!?) Dry Erase Tape–NEW item and …

Happy Tuesday, Friends! These polka dot glasses check all the boxes as far as what I look for in a great craft-it’s easy, inexpensive, and so very versatile! These are great for holiday and hostess gifts this time of year, but the technique is also perfect year-round for wedding and housewarming gifts. I chose red, green …

For this year’s advent calendar, I wanted it to be simple (not unusual for me), but also something that used supplies I already had on hand… Some glassine bags, washi tape, and stamps was all it took! I’ll fill the bags with small candies for each day (because no matter what I fill them with, …

Hope everyone is having a great Thanksgiving filled with food, family and lots to be thankful for! To show my gratitude for all of my sweet customers and readers, I’m offering free shipping in both shops through tomorrow! Use code “FREESHIPPING”. Enjoy!

These personalized photo ornaments make a GREAT Christmas gift for grandparents and other family members. Photo ornaments are a fun Christmas craft that are easy to customize! Happy day-before-Thanksgiving, friends! I have the perfect ornament tutorial to share with you all today.  It’s hard to believe Christmas is upon us, and these will make a GREAT …

Many thanks to Bona for sponsoring today’s story and encouraging me to making my hardwood floors shine!  Somewhere along the way, we’ve been conditioned to think that having a festive and sparkling home for the holidays is an unattainable goal. That no matter what we do, it just isn’t going to happen. This is doubly …

Sharing some favorite Christmas crafts and decor ideas for kids and adults alike! From stockings to ornaments to slime and more, these Christmas crafts are a festive way to celebrate the season. ‘Tis the season! As a blogger, my Christmas crafting and decorating is well underway, and I imagine that yours is, too! But whether …

It’s hard to believe that Christmas is just around the corner, but don’t worry, these glittery and fun initial ornaments come together quickly and easily. They would make great gifts for all the little people in your life and would also be adorable as gift toppers! Materials: Mod Podge scrapbook paper wooden or paper mache initials glitter …

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Kenwood Vineyards. I received product samples and a promotional item to thank me for my participation. The holidays are quickly approaching (anyone else wondering where the first half of November went?), and, to me, that means good eats, time with loved ones, and …

Gorgeous Fall and Thanksgiving decor abounds on Etsy–so many talented makers creating beautiful goods! Whether you’re hosting yourself, or just need a one-of-a-kind hostess gift, look no further. Today, I’m sharing some of my favorites… clockwise from top: source | source | source | source | source | source | source