I only just realized that I haven't posted my Halloween mantel...Better get at least a photo up before the holiday is completely over... Because my mantel is smack dab in between two fairly large windows, it can be a bit tricky to photograph - day or night. In the case of these photos, I decided to use my flash and wouldn't you know it now looks like there's a ghost in the mirror...Either that or it's dusty and for the record, it's not. CREEPY! Show and Tell Highlights Darn you and your tasty treats! Every single week whilst going through the projects to pick out my favs, I find ... read more
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20 Easy Halloween Snacks
It's hard to believe Halloween is in just a few short days...We're all ready to go (I think), but I am always looking for a few last minute easy ideas. Today I've rounded up 20 easy Halloween snacks that you can make on the fly. You're quickly going to realize that I am a "sucker" for desserts on a stick. Especially when they look harder than they really are. Try these easy cinnamon candy apple. Perfect for your little princess or a grownup party as well... I may be the biggest fan of the Oreo Pops designed by Amy, from The Idea Room. She's probably got a half dozen Halloween Oreo Pop ... read more
Show and Tell Linky No. 21
Show and Tell Highlights If you know anything about me, you know I simply adore glitter. And these ombre glittered candle holders, from Becoming Martha, are awesome! I also have a love affair with white pears. The white pear in this photo is adorable, but what really caught my eye was the plaid painted pumpkin over on Domestically Speaking. It's a great week for fantastic party ware. I LOVE these Halloween utensils with tissue fringe at My Party Passion. And these mummy party utensils, from Giggles Galore, are so cute! These Halloween paper lollies, from The Happy Scraps, ... read more
Wind Turbine Light Fixture Tutorial
*Tutorial by Jamie @ Three Scoops of Love for her win of the Hardware Challenge of 13* I was pretty excited about the Hardware Store Week challenge. Lowe's is my absolute favorite store, followed by Home Depot for a close second. It's so fun to walk around the aisles and try to see a new use for all of those supplies. I had seen vintage turbine fans turned into light fixtures on some pricey websites. All that I had seen were well over a couple hundred dollars. I loved the look, but couldn't justify the price. I needed a light fixture for my craft studio and I had a ... read more
Ghostly Grub Halloween Treat
Several of our Halloween traditions seem to revolve around a particular movie for some reason... You might remember I talked about our annual Great Pumpkin showing when I shared the orange slice candy pumpkin a few weeks ago? This week, we watched Hocus Pocus. Anyone else remember that one? I wanted to make a popcorn treat for our screening and decided to go with a popcorn candy mix. Ghostly grub anyone? Halloween Popcorn Treat Ingredients Unflavored popcorn - I like to make my own homemade microwave popcorn. It's tons cheaper. Candy corn Candy corn M&Ms (you could use regular ... read more
10 Halloween Breakfast Ideas
I am going to be honest. The extent of my Halloween breakfast planning in the past has been Count Chocula and Boo Berry cereal on the table... This year I am determined to do breakfast right on Halloween and I've been collecting ideas. Today I am going to share 10 amazing Halloween breakfast ideas. Help me narrow it down here! What would you pick? Halloween Breakfast Ideas Tell me these pumpkin pancakes, from Sweet Pea's Kitchen, don't look like the MOST delicious breakfast ever! Holy cow. These pumpkin cinnamon rolls, from My Baking Addiction, good put me over the edge. No lie. I ... read more
Last Minute Halloween Decor Ideas
It's not to late to get your Halloween Craft on! Today we're sharing a round-up of some great last minute Halloween decor ideas. Got a chalkboard? Create your own broom gallery like this one by Inspired by Charm. This ghostly garland tutorial from the Rhinestone Beagle will have you getting your spook on in no time! Design Dining and Diapers shared a simple tutorial for an illuminated ghost garland. Love it! Or, try your hand at paper crafting with these patterned paper pumpkins from It's Always Autumn. Momnivore's Dilemma shared a terrific tutorial on how to ... read more
7 Sensational Fall Porch Ideas
Today we've rounded up seven amazing fall porch ideas that range from traditional, to not-so-traditional, to spectacularly spooky. Grab a cup of hot chocolate, kick up your feet and get ready for some fabulous fall inspiration. Eclectically Vintage created a lovely fall scene on her front porch using DIY pumpkin topiaries, mums potted in music sheet covered pumpkins, and a rake in place of a front door wreath. What could be more fall-ish? Pretty in purple? You betcha! Centsational Girl proves that fall porches don't have to be red, brown and orange. Check out her fresh take ... read more
How to Make Candy Corn Buttons
Happy Monday friends! I am excited to be celebrating a Handmade Monday with Laura, from Pink Cake Plate. I first met Laura a little over two years ago in Arizona - what a great person. She's super giving and such a fun member of our community. When she contacted me about sharing her candy corn buttons recipe tutorial on SNAP! I was elated. Take it away Laura... How to Make Candy Corn Buttons Hi Snapsters!!! I am so excited to be here and share with you a fun and cute Halloween treat that is easy to make! Do you remember the nostalgic candy buttons? You can still find them, I ... read more
Nine Amazing Pumpkin Decor Ideas
There's still plenty of time to get your fall decor out. And today, we're sharing a plentiful crop of pumpkin projects to help you get started (or to add to your existing fall decor). There's always room for more pumpkin decor, right? This fun pumpkin garland tutorial from 36th Avenue is a quick and easy way to add some non-spooky Halloween spirit to your decor. If you're sick of those plastic jack-o-lanterns, try up-cycling them with some pretty fabric like these from Remodelando la casa. Or dig into your fabric stash and create some cute yo-yo pumpkins like the ... read more
How to Remove Wallpaper
In an old house, you're bound to run into wallpaper in at least a few of the rooms. In my grandma's house, there's wallpaper in almost all of the rooms - generally multiple layers. As we've de-papered several area's now, I thought I would share the tips and tricks that have been picked up along the way... I love this brightly lit bedroom that sits at the back of the house, but the dainty wallpaper my grandmother installed sometime between 1975-80 just had to go... I would like to say that this was the only layer of paper in the room, but under this sweet stripped floral print was some ... read more
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Hi. I’m Tauni. It’s nice to meet you. I am a former public relations executive who spent 12+ years handling communications and events for an array of clients, from the NBA and Olympics to numerous high ranking politicians. I’ve spent time pitching sports in France and waking up early in New York to visit the Today Show. I even had a side gig writing for the local newspaper for a while. In 2009, my life circumstances changed a bit…I refocused my career to spend more time at home in Salt Lake City. Today, I handle social media for a local agency and host Snap, an annual social ... read more
Hand Turned Wood Bracelet Tutorial
*Tutorial by Erin for the DIY Jewelry challenge of season 12* I am very excited to share with you how to hand turn a wood bracelet. I understand that not everyone will have the tools to do this, but maybe some of you do or know someone who does. You will need a lathe or midi-lathe in order to do this project. My husband and I purchased ours off of a local shop teacher that was laid off. So many high schools are closing down their wood shops (insert super sad face here), and many of the teachers are given the tools to do with what they please. Yay for Craigslist! We also took ... read more
Back to School Party Favor
Okay, so my kids go back to school in less than a month and I'm sure some of your kids have gone back already - that's just crazy! The summer has totally flown by! I have ALWAYS loved shopping for back to school clothes and supplies, both when I was a kid and now for my own kids. I think that's why I've thought it would be so fun to throw a back to school party, just so I can buy school supplies to use as party decor or favors. Back to School Party Favor So here's my fun little back to school treat idea - a gumball pencil! To make, simply fill a clear plastic tube with a pink ... read more
Blog Design Tips and Resources
Today I want to share a few design pointers with you, as well as some blog design resources! Hopefully you will find these tips helpful whether you are paying someone to professionaly design your blog or if you are doing a DIY design. It's time to make the most out of your blog design! #1. Headers The header is the first thing people see when they come to your blog. It should ultimately represent what your blog is all about! The title should be big and bold and preferably be in the center of the header, or if you want it off center, on the left side. We read left to right so it is more ... read more
T-Rex Birthday Cake Tutorial with 25+ Photos
Don't miss this amazing DIY T-Rex birthday cake tutorial. The step-by-step instructions will make this complex looking cake well within reach! Editors Note: This t-rex birthday cake tutorial was prepared and submitted by Megan. She participated in Season 12 of the So You Think You're Crafty challenge. It's a whole lot longer than my quick crafts and easy recipes, but it's been so popular I didn't want to pull it from the site! T-Rex Birthday Cake Tutorial Hi everyone, Megan here. Thank you so much for voting to have my project featured as the winning tutorial. This is pretty ... read more
Mini Mason Jar Desserts
I've been wanting to make a fun dessert in mini mason jars for a while now because we all know that anything is cuter on a stick or in a jar, right?! When I went to the grocery store this weekend, it was bursting with peaches - a delicious summer fruit to use in a yummy treat, so I made Peach Yogurt Parfait's. This dessert would be perfect to take to a picnic or barbeque at the park because they're easily transportable and don't take much time to make. I'm still on my washi tape craze and decided to make our mini mason jars even cuter by adding some washi tape to the lid, and of ... read more
Fun Easter Place Card Holder
Easter is less than a week away...are you ready? I'm not quite ready, but I'm getting there! Does your family have some Easter traditions that you've developed over the years? We usually celebrate Easter with an Easter egg hunt for the kids and a big dinner with our extended family. So I thought it would be fun to make some cute place card holders for the kids. They LOVE finding their name and where to sit at the dinner table. Supply list: 1. Small terra cotta pot and base 2. Acrylic paints 3. Sponge brush 4. Wheatgrass 5. M&M's or other small candies 6. Chalkboard ... read more