I’ve always considered that handcrafted gifts carry more meaning than store bought ones, especially when they are customized to the recipient’s taste. In this era of fast fashion and cheap imports, handmade gifts allow me the opportunity to personalize the gift with...
Crafts
In crafting there are no mistakes, just unique creations. — Sizzix
Crafting is my happy place. If you’re my soul sister, then jump in. You’ll find all sorts of DIY craft ideas for adults and kids – everything from colored wooden bead garlands to upcycling pre-loved furniture and amazing homecoming mums, I’ll share step by step tutorials so you can see what worked for me – and what didn’t – and don’t be shy to share your results!

8 Christmas Clearance Crafting Bargains
The Christmas Clearances are great for finding crafting bargains. Here are 8 items I always look for that I’ll use through the year.
Media Day Ideas
Media Day can be a bit tiresome for the kids waiting around for the pro photographer. Lighten it up a bit with these fun selfie props.
Custom Door Decorations for Traveling Teams
I’m not the team mom. Somehow though, I became the team mom who does the door decorations for travel weekends for our club soccer team.I’ve been doing it for about a year now, and you can see the progression of my creations here,and here. Previously, I was really...
Kentucky Derby Inspired Wall Art Craft
This Kentucky Derby inspired wall art craft was fun and easy to make and can be adapted for any occasion or celebration.
Easy Easter Egg Decorating Hack
Here’s a quick and easy Easter egg decorating hack. No paint or water involved but the eggs come out beautifully. Click through to see how.
Upcycled School Uniform Teacher’s Gifts
Teacher’s gifts do not get more fun or meaningful than these gorgeous DIY upcycled school uniform ornaments.
Reliant Energy Gingerbread House Decorating Content Hits Close to Home
If you had 45 minutes, a table full of surprise candy, and a blank gingerbread house, what would you make for a $1000 donation to your charity? That's what I did last night. Participating in the Reliant Energy sponsored Gingerbread House Decorating contest is the...
DIY Lantern Tile Christmas Ornaments
“Hey, what are we making this year for our Christmas presents?” Each year, me and my bestie in Ohio, virtually make similar gifts to give to all our friends and family. “Mosaic tile ornaments,” because Molly’s always up on the trends. “Um, say what?” Me, not on Tik...
Easy Soccer Locker Decorations
These soccer locker decorations are super easy to make with few materials needed. They adapt really well to any sport, theme or holiday too.
What to Do With Leftover Mum Supplies
What to do with leftover mum supplies? I have an easy and versatile little craft project for you that you are going to love!
National Park Inspired Crafts (Part One)
I have a really fun video to share with you today. It's a little peek into my crafting club called The Craft Exchange. I started it back in 2013, meeting several times a year to nerd out on crafting techniques and projects. Since I don’t often share what we are doing...
Make Your Own Mercury Glass!
Mercury glass is so pretty, so festive for the holidays, but sometimes so expensive. So in this post and video, I'm going to show you how you can make your own mercury glass out of any old glass jars you have laying around. It's really simple, easy, and fast! It's...
Texas Homecoming Mums Supplies and Unboxing
It's almost HOCO mum season! A few weeks ago I decided it was time to prep, and by prep I mean go back to this awesome mum specialty store, called The Sale Place, where you can get all of the mum supplies you could ever need. I like to go there once a year to scope...