DIY Pressed Herb Candles
This summer, I’ve fallen in love with growing fresh herbs in my garden and finding creative ways to harvest and use them. My favorite herb by far has been lavender. I’ve made my own eye pillows and sachets, and even…
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DIY Scrabble Magnets
What is it about wood scrabble tiles that is so attractive? Is it the memories of a triple word score winning the game? Laughs over the crazy words you can spell? Or the simple aesthetic of the smooth wood and…
Autumn Leaf Candle Centerpiece
The warm glow of candlelight is so very romantic, isn’t it? As the summer turns to autumn, doesn’t it seem that the light outdoors is that of a flickering candle? The colors of fallen leaves are so bright and fiery,…
Homemade Coffee-Coconut Sugar Scrub
Coffee has been used for centuries as a natural cellulite fighting and skin firming ingredient. The caffeine enhances fat metabolism, and when it’s applied topically, it can absorb and remove liquid fat from your skin, which decreases the appearance of…
Bridal Shower Favor: Herbal Epsom Salts
I was asked to put together favors for a friend’s bridal shower, and decided to whip up a large batch of my favorite bath salts. I’ve been experimenting with Epsom salts lately because I’ve been suffering from sore muscles. You…
Magic Sparkle Calming Bottle
When my nephews were just little gaffers, they had a translucent ball full of gold glitter. They called it “Golden Sparkle Ball” and I was not surprised at how much they loved that toy. It was a ball, so that’s…
DIY Crayon Candles
My obsession with bright colors got me hooked when I saw this tutorial by Brit+Co. I already had a bunch of old crayons on hand from my previous DIY crayon post and I’ve been interested in making candles lately, so…
Lavender Fire Starter Bundles
Enjoy sitting around an outdoor fire pit in the summer, but tired of smelling like you’ve been at summer camp for a month? Try tossing in a few lavender fire bundles, which will fill the air with a warm, fragrant…
English Lavender Linen Sachets
After moving into our new home, I discovered we inherited a giant mature English lavender bush. Now that summer is in full swing here in Oregon, the lavender bush is overflowing our driveway. Instead of just pruning the whole bush…
Dip-Dyed Treat Bags
Muslin gift bags are one of my favorite ways to package up treats and favors. They are easy to find at my local craft supply store and give the look of something more ‘special’ than, say, using a plastic bag.…
Beach Wedding Tea Light Centerpieces
I was inspired to make these candles from a recent beachcombing trip. I’ve often collected a shell or rock as a souvenir. Imagine using those shells to decorate the tables at a wedding or special event. It takes a tiny…
Fairy Garden Kit Favors
I have a confession to make- I love fairies and anything magical! It’s something I’ve loved since childhood and still continue to celebrate as an adult (if you don’t believe me, check out the fairy costume I made a few…
Birthday Party Favors: DIY Manicure Kits
I can’t comprehend that my daughter is turning 14! So, as we were planning for a fun girl party at the beach, we decided to really enjoy making the birthday party favors for the rest of the guests. Included in…
DIY Wood-Burned Salad Servers
This project comes with a warning. Not that wood burning pen tools are very hot and can burn you (although that is true and worth remembering). Not that your finished project needs special care (it doesn’t). No, the warning is…
Homemade Chamomile Salve
I recently decided to try my hand at making DIY bath and body recipes. I’ve never made anything of this nature before, so I admit I was a little nervous about it, but I quickly discovered that it’s a lot…
Simple Gifts: Vanilla-Coconut Sugar Scrub
This easy four-ingredient sugar scrub is simple to make and inexpensive. It’s the perfect homemade gift for girlfriends or family. I plan to use mine as a housewarming gift, birthday gift and a hostess gift. You could even make these…
DIY Soccer Party Favors
My friend’s daughter, Ashley, LOVES soccer. She loves the game so much that she asked for a soccer themed party for her 12th birthday. Party planning is one of my favorite hobbies, so I volunteered to put together some fun…
DIY Mason Jar Floating Citronella Candles
This simple craft is perfect for summertime, and can make pretty outdoor centerpieces for a wedding or backyard get-together. I first discovered this idea on Nest of Posies blog and knew I had to try it. The ingredients are simple…
4th of July Party Ideas
Hosting or attending a 4th of July barbecue this Friday? Check out some of our favorite Independence Day ideas from our archives: Fruity Lemonade Firework Cookies 4th of July Brew Napkin Wrappers 4th of July Cupcakes Caprese Kabobs Happy 4th…
4th of July Root Beer Float Kits
4th of July is coming up and this year I’ve decided to gift Root Beer Float Kits to my friends and family. To me, a root beer float is the classic American treat, and what better time to enjoy one…