Crafting
Fun with DIY Costumes
This Halloween I decided on some fun Do-It-Yourself (DIY) costumes for my family. I like that the DIY approach can offer a chance to tailor the costumes to your liking, and depending on the route you go can also save some money. I chose ease over cost this year with my two littles and very limited crafting time. However, I feel like I made good purchases because most costumes are made on clothes that can be re-worn!
I am not an expert at crafts or sewing, so this post is more about encouraging you to go for it when it comes to DIY projects. Especially with a fun holiday like Halloween!
We dressed up as Elmo’s World characters: Elmo, Dorothy the Goldfish, Mr. Noodle, and Super Grover…
Read MoreFamily Activities for Halloween
Halloween is a BIG DEAL for families that have young children. My husband and I did quite a bit of research when our kids were young, about the significance of Halloween and what the holiday actually represents. We made a decision at that time that we were going to look for ways to celebrate the holiday that were more God honoring. …
Read MoreNature Hike Crafts
In most places, October is the perfect time to take a walk, hike, or stroll through the beautiful outdoors. Whether you live near the mountains, in a city, near a beach, or in suburbia, there is hopefully something you can enjoy about this season. Harvest. Autumn. Fall. The weather may be that perfect in between temperature. The sun may be starting to come out a little earlier. The leaves may be changing. It is a great opportunity to get outside and enjoy creation.…
Read MoreMonthly Baby Photos
I am learning more and more how fast little babies grow up. These past 7 months with my second have flown by! Luckily, I have had a fun method in place to track the months since my first was born:
A monthly baby photo shoot.
I love giraffes, so I chose a giraffe theme for my monthly baby photo shoot. …
Read MorePotty Training Charts
We started potty training with my almost 2 year old this past week. Definitely the hardest parenting challenge I’ve faced yet.
I created 2 posters to keep the experience positive for my daughter.…
Read MoreDisplaying LOVE with Creativity
My first anniversary was this past Sunday, so I thought it would be fitting to talk about a craft that I did for my husband. I can’t believe I have already been married a year. …
Read MoreDIY Face Mask
Are you like me and constantly pin things on Pinterest, but rarely try them for yourself? Well, I finally tried a “do-it-yourself” face mask and I think it is easy and great. I’ve made a few adjustments and I hope you will try it.
Here is the original post from Pinterest: http://beautydivaindia.blogspot.com/2010/12/diy-peel-off-mask-blackhead-removal.html
The author promises that this mask will give you glowing skin, remove blackheads, deep cleanse, tighten your skin and pores, and control oiliness.
Let’s get started!…
Read MorePaper Flowers
This is one of my favorite crafts! I use these paper flowers as home decor, embellishments on other crafts and jewelry (you can also do this style with fabric), and it was the main craft piece in my wedding!
Supplies needed:
Scrapbook Paper…
Read MoreA Total Pillow Cover
So often those “made for TV” commercials bring a laugh to everyone in our family, but once in awhile, we find a “keeper” that everyone in our family loves! The Total Pillow is probably our favorite. The only drawback to the Total Pillow is that it is not washable. So this week, before my husband and I take off on a long airplane trip, I made a Total Pillow cover.…
Read MoreCanvas Crafting
What better way to brighten your day then a craft that encourages, inspires, and energizes you. The one great thing about canvases… You can do whatever you want! Whether it is paint, glue, draw, sketch, the options are endless. Not only do canvases let you create and dream, they give you a masterpiece. So as we draw, dream, design, we are moving to an end goal of what we want the end to be. And the canvas is our drawing board to be inspired and inspire others.
One way I use a canvas to inspire others is painting a verse or quote on the canvas and giving it as a gift.…
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