I've always had a thing for anything nautical- anchors, whales, buoys, starfish, sailboats.... aahhhhhh.... can't get enough of them! I've been wanting to try making my own stamps for a while now, so I gave it a try, and I think I've found a new hobby ;) It was really easy, used materials I already had, and I absolutely love my new little whale stamp. You can make your stamp in any figure or shape that you like- as long as you can cut the shape, then you can turn it into a ... [ Read More ]
DIY Metallic Handprints
I am so excited to share with you this idea that I came up with a few years ago. I have never ever ever seen this done, which makes it even more exciting! This is probably one of the easiest tutorials on my site, and yet is one of the most special and memorable gifts I can think of to give to a family member, or even keep for yourself. It is so easy, so fast, and yet so precious and sweet at the same time. And for all you procrastinators, this would make an easy and very inexpensive ... [ Read More ]
DIY Party Serving Dishes
Ever throw a party, only to realize you don't have enough serving dishes, and don't want to spend mega bucks buying all new dishes just for one party? Last year I planned an awesome surprise ice cream sundae birthday party for my husband, using the colors turquoise and red. I wanted to have tons of cute serving bowls for the ice cream sundae bar, with a different topping inside each bowl. I wanted the bowls to be turquoise with a little height, and look kind of old fashioned. However, I ... [ Read More ]
Inexpensive Party Decorating
One of my favorite things to do for my kids is to throw them a big birthday party each year. As much as I love planning and decorating for parties, the costs can add up very quickly, especially with four kids! One way I save money when planning parties is by getting creative with supplies and making our own decorations! And one of my favorite money-saving party decorating supplies is Duck Tape!! And no, this post is not sponsored, I just really love their products! Yes, you heard me right, ... [ Read More ]
DIY Cake Pop and Sucker Stand Tutorial
I love making cake pops and homemade suckers for my guests at the birthday parties that I throw for family members. They are very fun to make, and I love how they are all individually packaged, which make them easy to serve. But, they can be a little tricky to display, since they look best standing straight up. Here's one easy way I've come up with to keep those cake pops and suckers standing straight! It is a really easy and inexpensive cake pop and sucker stand (or "anything on a stick ... [ Read More ]
Washi Tape Clothespins Tutorial
I have a slight obsession with washi tape... maybe it's all of the bright colors that it comes in? Or the fun patterns? Maybe it's the huge variety? Or the way I can easily transform a dull, boring piece of paper with a small little strip of this amazing stuff?! How about all of the above?! And here's one of my favorite, super easy things to do with washi tape..... Do you have about 45 seconds? Great, then you have enough time to make washi tape clothespins!! You can even add a ... [ Read More ]