Bringing Back the Quiet Art of Summer Journaling

I have received sample items to facilitate this post. When I was a teenager, I would spend hours possessively hunched over pen and paper, meticulously recording my adventures, both real and imagined. My notebook rarely left my side, often folded and stuffed into a pocket, ready for inspiration to strike. In the summer, I would … Read more

Create Beautiful Bows with Bowdabra #TOYHGG

I have received sample items to facilitate this post. I’ve noticed that even experienced crafters can feel daunted when it comes to wrapping packages. It really is kind of an artform all to itself. From choosing paper, tags and ribbon that don’t horribly clash, to wrangling a piece of paper that’s the appropriate size, to … Read more

Spring Hat Floral Centerpiece

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I had these hats left over from a costume and originally I was thinking of doing a full-on bunny centerpiece, sort of reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland, with felt ears and possibly a tail. Then I started playing around and decided a hat floral centerpiece would be more sophisticated and also could be used throughout … Read more

Magical Tarot

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I have received sample items to facilitate my post. My love of tarot goes all the way back to my early teens, when my brother and I would sit around for hours trying to discern the meaning behind each card and the cards in relation to each other. Along with rune casting, palmistry and Ouija, … Read more

Horses, Unicorns & Jewelry, Oh My!

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I have received samples to help facilitate my post. I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing several items from SmitCo in the last few years, and I’ve always been pleased with their products. They offer the kind of sweet fantasy diaries and scrapbooking kits that little girls go gaga over. They remind me of the best … Read more

Unicorns Go High-Tech: Light-up Headband Craft!

Some of you already know I’m a little bit unicorn crazy. Part of me is always going to be eight years old in a pastel rainbow dreamland, so let’s just accept it and move on. Move on to more unicorns, that is! This month unicorns go high-tech in one of the cutest Kickstarter ideas I’ve … Read more

Love Shack: Quick & Easy Craft

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For some reason, everything is just cuter in miniature. Plus, miniatures take up less space which means you have room for a huge (tiny) display! This Love Shack craft project is perfect for Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or any day when you just want to spread a little love. I think it would be fun … Read more

Sweetheart Paper Lanterns: Quick & Easy Craft Project

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Sweetheart Paper Lanterns: Quick & Easy Craft Project These pretty Sweetheart Paper Lanterns are easy enough for kids to create and will look lovely floating above your Valentine’s party or scattered around the table. They are quick and simple to make yet will provide a big impact! I personally love the delicate look of paper … Read more

Birdtopia: Coloring Book: Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway! Ends 12/26

I have received sample items to facilitate my post. Birdtopia: Coloring Book I never really caught the adult coloring craze the way some of my friend have. I mean, I’m always happy to sit and color with the kids- but none of the special adult books made me have to have them. Until I saw … Read more