Our holiday adventure inspired our craft this week. This simple holiday wreath adds to the season and drives home a message of peace. It will be perfect for your front door or given as a gift of peace to a friend or neighbor. Making living wreaths is far easier than you might have imagined. Craft stores sell plenty […]
Many years ago I saw a television show that changed my life. A story that was so profound that it rocked the very foundation of all holiday celebrations I had ever experienced. It was the story of a family man so frustrated with the commercialism of Christmas that he decided to take matters into his […]
Most big family gatherings that involve dinner include the kid table. You probably remember sitting at one and anxiously awaiting the day you would graduate to the grown-up table. This table, removed from adults and adult conversation, was seldom very exciting. Strangely, as soon as I became a real grown-up I realized that the kid […]
savour… checked lists GIFT PURCHASING STRATEGIES Layaway Many retailers have revived this blast from the past. Not only is this a good way to budget appropriately, but this also keeps gifts out of your home and away from prying eyes. Be sure to check the terms of the agreement. Some places may charge termination or re-stocking fees if […]
Halloween is just around the corner and we have lots of stuff to share with you to add some spook to your mood. This banner is a quick printable that just requires some cutting, hole punching, and stringing. The printable pdf files appear after the jump. You might remember this DIY wreath from Holiday 2010. […]
As holidays go, Easter sort of gets the short end of the stick. It has all of the makings of a great holiday, but never quite the same oomph. There is candy, a fun, lovable character, and customs and traditions. Yet it still seems to pale in comparison to Christmas and Halloween. As a boy, we always […]
Wow! This has been one busy week. I promise to have more of the good stuff in front of you next week. Of course, after a long week, nothing beats a tasty treat. With Easter just around the corner, I thought it might be a good idea to take advantage of the Treat of the […]
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time to be crafty. Our valentine treat party gave us a chance to make some pretty and tasty things and do it on the cheap. With just a little ingenuity, you can pull off an otherwise boring assortment. Anyone who knows me knows that I live by the motto, “It’s […]
We are throwing together a little Valentine’s Day party for 16 “tweeners”. It will consist primarily of treats and games and lots of girly giggles to be sure. Our goal is to make it kid-friendly, but not “kiddie”. We will post the rest of the party preparations tomorrow with the Treat of the Week. For today, we […]
Valentine’s Day is a perfect time to get crafty. For most a handmade greeting or gift would go a very long way. For kids it is perfect. With a few templates and simple craft materials, your kids could be well on their way to creating greeting card masterpieces. For adults, it can still be fun. The tools and materials […]
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