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Simple Kids’ Craft :: Glitter Butterfly Garland

glitter butterfly garland - kids craft

My kids made some darling glittery butterflies to help us decorate the house for spring and Easter. Butterflies symbolize new life, which is perfect for the season.

The card stock butterflies were pre-cut and purchased at Michael’s. We used cookie sheets to catch all the glitter, but I’ll be honest… this is a messy project! I’d recommend glitter glue pens if you are concerned about getting glitter everywhere.

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To create the butterfly garland, we simply used everyday clothes pins to attached the butterflies to streamers.

Happy spring!

Cristin

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Read full story By on March 25, 2013 in baby and children, craft, DIY, Easter, Holiday

Valentine’s Day Inspiration & XOXO Banner

Valentine's Day Hot Cocoa Bar

Love is in the air! With Valentine’s Day falling in the chilly month of February, why not warm the hearts of your loved ones with hot chocolate? Creating a festive hot cocoa bar with marshmallow toppings and treats is easy – both kids & adults will love too! I simply used my vintage bar cart, a tray and filled it with hot cocoa essentials. The heart mugs are my fave!

And who doesn’t remember this darling hot cocoa stand?

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The hugs & kisses banner was homemade. Starting with red glitter paper purchased at Michaels, I simply cut out the Xs & Os (here’s where I found the template). Then I taped each cut out letter to pink and white baker’s twine. Super simple. Super cute!

xoxo,

cristin

 

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Read full story By on January 8, 2013 in craft, DIY, Entertaining, Holiday, Uncategorized, Valentine's Day

Beautiful Holiday Gift Wrap Ideas and Embellishments

gorgeous gold gift wrap embellishments

(photo credit: Max Kim-Bee // Traditional Home Holiday Magazine)

With the help of Pinterest (still addicted!), I’ve been collecting tons of  creative and beautiful gift wrap ideas for this holiday season. I’m assuming many of you still have gifts to purchase, but wanted to share some of inspirational ideas with you now. Enjoy!

holiday gift wrap embellishments

1. classic Christmas tree ornaments

diy paper wreath gift embellishment

2. DIY paper wreaths

braided yarn gift tie ribbon

3.  braided yarn and felt leaves

pinecone embellished gift tags

4. pinecone embellished gift tags

 

washi tape bunting gift embellishment

5.  washi tape bunting gift tie 

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6. felt flowers

green, blue and orange holiday gift wrap

7. layered ribbons

hand blocked gift wrap diy

8. diy hand stamped gift wrap

Are you prepping for the holidays?

– Cristin

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Read full story By on November 8, 2012 in Christmas, craft, DIY, Holiday

Stylish Tape Dispenser – DIY

I’m always looking for stylish ways to make everyday products pretty. Why not simply change out the inner label of a tape dispenser with decorative paper? It’s a clever idea I saw on Pinterest and loved it. Even though I’m not typically up for DIY projects, I knew this was one I could accomplish in minimal time. 🙂
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Functional and beautiful {and super easy to do!}. Love it!
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Read full story By on March 26, 2012 in craft, DIY, home organization, office supplies