At any other time of the year, I seem to be able to keep desserts at bay. However, at Christmas I find it nearly impossible. All of those delectable little treats are too hard to avoid. Plus, with hosting Christmas, I need to have something sweet to offer! And, of course, then I need to
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How To Organize A Small Kitchen
When we moved from the house we raised our kids to our small city loft, our kitchen shrunk about four sizes. Although we love our small space, it did take a lot of organization to create a functional kitchen. I was used to having space for everything plus more. At first I wondered how I
DIY Picture Frame Ideas
If you like to get creative with your home decor, a good place to start is with a DIY picture frame. Whether you want to make over an existing frame or create one from scratch, decorative picture frames can add unique style to your decor. Try one of these picture frame crafts to either give
Old Window Crafts
I can never get enough of old window crafts! The chippy charm and decorative ideas are just too hard to resist. They are great for framing photos, artwork, or maps. However, there are also some fantastic DIY projects that you can do. Here is a collection of old window crafts that transform the windows into
Rustic Crafts To Do With Paper
With all of the decorative craft papers, wrapping paper, newspapers, and book pages, there are plenty of paper designs available for crafts. Just focusing on the more rustic papers, I came up with a collection of crafts to do with paper. It's easy to transform a variety of items using just paper. Crafts To Do
Creative Nightstands For Awkward Spaces
Because bedroom configurations and sizes don't always allow for a typical nightstand, nightstand alternatives are sometimes necessary. Or, if it's not in the budget right now for an expensive nightstand, there are creative options. Since it's desirable to have a place to set necessary things, like glasses, a phone, or a clock, I came up
How To Make A Cup Cozy Gift
If you are trying to think of a good handmade gift item, you may want to make a decorative cup cozy. Who doesn't like to have a barrier between their hand and a hot or cold beverage? This makes them a popular gift item. I'll show you how to make a cup cozy using things
DIY Outdoor Christmas Decorations
Because Christmas decorating always extends beyond the interior of a home, I thought I would share some creative DIY outdoor Christmas decorations. There are so many different things that you can make to decorate your porch or yard. Since Christmas is an expensive time of the year, it's helpful to save money with DIY projects.
DIY Candy Cane Candle Holder From Birch
With a little paint and ribbon, you can transform a birch log into a yummy looking candy cane for some Christmas decor. This simple craft takes no time at all.
Gift Ideas For Men By Hobby
Shopping for men can sometimes be difficult. However, if you know what types of activities they enjoy, the job becomes much easier. I have broken down some gift ideas for men by hobby or interest. Then, I have found some unique ideas within those categories to choose from. Find both items to make and items
Clothespin Christmas Crafts
You may be surprised at all of the Christmas decor you can make using clothespins. The natural wood and shape of a clothespin makes it a great craft supply for many projects. You can make things like snowflakes, Christmas ornaments, Christmas trees and more with a simple clothespin. Check out all of these ideas for
Craft Room Design Ideas
Get inspired for your own craft space with these well thought out craft room designs that are also full of style.