Imagine a novel birthday surprise: an exploding box gift bursting with confetti! Lately, we’ve been giving money to our grandchildren instead of traditional birthday presents. Hopefully, they tuck some…
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How to Use Tin Foil for Beautiful Christmas Cards
We all have tin foil in our kitchens and it has many uses. However, did you know you can easily emboss tin foil for beautiful Christmas cards? Here’s another idea…

Christmas in July – How to Make Adorable Vintage Santa Decorations
This year, I decided to do some Christmas in July crafting. There are some crafty ideas I’ve been wanting to create every Christmas season, but December seems to fly by…

How to Make a Wind-Up Paper Flying Butterfly
My plan to make a paper flying butterfly seemed a simple task. Finding the right process was a little more challenging than I expected. Remember the flip-top box I made…

Easy Americana Home Decor Ideas for Your Mantel
Memorial Day is just around the corner and I’m late taking down the bunny display for early spring. I do so love the bunny decor, but I love patriotic decor,…

How to Make an Alice in Wonderland Centerpiece
Who isn’t captivated by anything related to Alice in Wonderland? I’ve crafted various decorations inspired by Alice, yet this Alice in Wonderland centerpiece is my most favorite creation thus far.…

It’s Here! How to Easily Decorate Your Flip-Top Box
It’s easy to decorate your flip-top box with paper flowers! This box top came together very quickly. I knew I wanted a vintage-looking photo and paper flowers. If you…

How to Make a Beautiful Flip-Top Box
A flip-top box design that elegantly reveals a surprise gift inside is the inspiration for this pretty box. My idea is to combine a monetary gift with paper butterflies that…

Early Spring Fireplace Mantel Decor Idea You’ll Love
As I began this early spring fireplace mantel decor, the plan was to create a subtle St. Patrick’s Day mantel. The original idea is not even close to the finished…

How to Make a Vintage Easter Egg Look-Alike
You may have seen beautiful vintage Easter eggs on Pinterest. One of those pins is the inspiration for this DIY vintage Easter egg look-alike. Let’s bring that Pinterest inspiration to…