The festive season brings us joy and warmth, but it’s essential to be mindful of certain holiday plants that can pose risks to our beloved pets and ourselves. Let’s explore some of these plants to help us enjoy a safe and cheerful celebration! **Holly** While holly bushes brighten up your holiday decor with their vibrant […] Read more…
Have you ever wondered why people hang stockings up by the fireplace on Christmas Eve for Father Christmas (or Santa Claus) to fill with small gifts and goodies? Children all over the world have St Nicholas to thank for this custom, although those who celebrate his feast day receive their treats on December 6th (St […] Read more…
It might seem strange, but the true Christmas season starts on Christmas Day (not in July or early October). What are the 12 days of Christmas? The 12 days of Christmas is the period between Christ’s birth and the Magi’s coming, the three wise men. It technically begins on December 25 (Christmas) and runs through […] Read more…
We see these signs everywhere we go. But why not make it exactly how you want and even save a little bit of money? To begin, decide how large you would like your sign to be. Remember, really large signs need some serious hanging hardware, so be mindful when selecting a size. Without buying a […] Read more…
Supplies: Mod Podge – matte finish Instant coffee grounds Spices – cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, coffee grounds Disposable aluminum pan This process will work on any size candle, whether is it a pillar or taper. To make the Mod Podge mixture: Combine equal parts Mod Podge and water; then add instant coffee until you get the […] Read more…
The best part of this project is that most of the items you already have on hand. It is a great project to involve kids with. Plus you can save a lot of money. Directions: 1. First, washed them off in the sink to clean them well. 2. Lay them out on a foil-lined pan […] Read more…
This idea was sparked when I visited my sister-in-law this past weekend. I can’t believe I have been in the dark all these years. Probably because my sons are in their twenties and I probably don’t need baby wipes. But with my crafts, these are going to be invaluable since I use wipes to constantly […] Read more…
.These tips are wonderful on how to use vinegar when painting. I have posted an excerpt from “Ask Anna”. I know when you think “paint projects” that you don’t normally think “vinegar”. Well I’m going to give you a few tips that might make you think otherwise. #1 Removing Paint from glass To remove paint […] Read more…
What is your #1 Christmas gift? As I get older, what I want and need are vastly different. I use to say how difficult it was to buy gifts for grandparents or even parents. I couldn’t understand what the difficulty was. I could think of lots of items I could put on my list. Now […] Read more…
It is always interesting to learn how many sets of house keys, car keys, etc the average household possesses. I would love to know for the simple reason, how big of a key holder do I build (see picture). In our household, we each have a key ring for each car and one extra car […] Read more…