This year all three of the kids are attending a new school – that’s three new schools, three new schedules and brand new teachers to go around. It’s been a HUGE transition for all of us and I am so grateful to the teachers who’ve helped us weather the change. So, when I learned about World Market’s Share the Joy program… Read More
Adorable Popcorn Valentine Printable
I love pink! I love red! I love pink and red together! I love puns! I love everything about Valentines Day! Needless to say, I had a great time designing this “corny” Valentine card printable. It’s easy to make & it’s free! 1) CLICK HERE to download a PDF file. There are 4 cards on each 8.5″ x 11″ page…. Read More
Easy DIY Paper Flowers
Happy New Year SNAP! Friends! This is Jessica from Pen N’ Paper Flowers and I’m happy to kick off 2014 with a fun and easy DIY for you today – inspired by Chinese New Year. When I was asked to post about something related to Chinese New Year I began researching the traditions of the holiday because honestly, I didn’t… Read More
Rainbow Baby Quilt Tutorial
Thanks to those of you who voted in our last challenge. We continue to have record numbers voting in our weekly challenges and I cannot tell you how much it means to me to have our competitors projects seen by so many… For those of you who are visiting from Pinterest today, welcome. SYTYC is a craft and DIY competition…. Read More
DIY PVC Children’s Grocery Store {Tutorial}
Today’s winning PVC project – a DIY PVC children’s grocery store – is being shared by Season 16 competitor Hayley. This is Hayley’s third win this season. She took week one with her amazing removable fabric wallpaper. She also picked up a win in our week five challenge with her fun hot air balloon necklace. Learn more… Read More
DIY Whisky Fire Pit Tutorial
Hello all! Wow, two weeks in a row! Thank you to everyone who voted for my DIY Whiskey Fire Pit. I can tell you the more I worked on it the more I smiled. I also must thank my handsome guy for doing all the lifting! My simple hernia repair has not been so simple! Alright let’s do this… Supplies:… Read More
Coffee Filter Peonies
Hi friends! Today I’m showing you how to make Coffee Filter Peonies. Not only are they pretty, they are easy to make. There are so many possibilities for colors with this project too. Let’s get started, here’s what your going to need: – Coffee Filters – Scissors – Floral Wire – Floral Tape – Food Coloring – Glue or Hot… Read More
Show & Tell No. 40: Spring Craft Ideas
Oh dear. We’ve reached that time of year {March} where I completely loose it. I missed Show & Tell last week and I honestly didn’t realize it until I sat down to go through your links and peak at your posts! Sheesh. Well, it’s back…with highlights from two weeks ago. Oopsie! Show & Tell Highlights Sweet paper lolly decor for… Read More
DIY Halloween Costume Awards
Halloween is only about two weeks away, so it’s time to start planning those spooky Halloween parties if you haven’t done so already! And what’s a Halloween party without a costume contest, right?! I came up with a couple of easy, DIY Halloween costume awards. I promise these handmade badges are way cooler than the ones you can buy at… Read More
How to Pick the Perfect Entryway Rug
Choosing a rug is one of the most difficult design decisions I’ve made in my house. Selecting flooring? No problem. Choosing paint colors? No big deal. Choosing a rug, even a small 2×3 for the entryway? Nearly impossible. Anyone else have this problem? In the summer I’ve resorted to using bamboo rugs in both the front entry and near the door out… Read More