This post gets pinned, re-pinned, posted and linked more than any other project I have done. In fact, I recently sold the photo of my original paper bag advent calendar to an Austrian Magazine. So, I thought why not re-make it with a little tweaking and updating. I think my favorite thing about this project was the surprise that I discovered as the first few days went by and cards started ...
DIY Advent Wreath
Growing up one of our Christmas traditions was an Advent Wreath with three purple and one rose candle. This year, I'm using the traditional four candles, recycled cans and simple, but bold numbers from the hardware store. I saw the candles at Stew Leonard's a few weeks ago and wasn't quite sure how I would make it for this season, but knew I was going with traditional colors. It seemed like I ...
DIY miniature terrariums in recycled jars
It's easy to make little terrariums in recycled jars. This is a great project for kids and perfect for a teacher gift...I mean they are creating a miniature ecosystem. My kids never made them because they have very little interest in crafts. No matter how much I tried, they would just look at me as if to say, "when is she going to get the hint?" Well anyway, I think a miniature terrarium along ...
DIY Wood Ornaments made from Birch Tree Branches
This is a super easy project and these little wood ornaments could be used on the tree or a gift. My husband cut thin pieces from a birch tree branch and drilled a small hole at the top. I painted them with chalkboard paint and then using a Sharpie paint pen, I made stars, hearts and trees. I put a little twine through each hole, tied a knot and they are ready for the tree. ...
Holiday Gift Wrap
Here's a really easy Holiday gift wrap idea. Did you know there are only 10 Fridays between now and Christmas? It's true! I don't know about you, but that doesn't seem like a lot to me. So every Friday, between now and December 20th (the last Friday before Christmas) I'm going to share a simple craft that will be something for your tree, or your holiday table and of course a few gift wrap ...
New England Autumn: New Canaan, Connecticut
I have to say...Autumn in New England really lives up to it its expectations. This year especially seems to be more amazing than ever. Perhaps it's because this year we are settled and there's just a little more time to stop and take notice. While watching my son play baseball at Mead Park today I took a walk through the park to admire the colors. The park sits below the train tracks and ...