January is not my fav. It's cold and dark outside, and all I think about is staying indoors. BUT, looking on the brighter side...it can also be the perfect month to craft! So naturally, expect lots of DIY and creative projects this month here on the blog. You're so welcome! 😁
Today I'm bringing you an oldie but goodie - Gnomes! But all dressed up for the occasion in Valentine's Day colors and bringing gifts within! And, these are no ordinary little gnomes. Oh, gnome! 😁 They are in fact, little Valentine's Day gnome favor or gift boxes that you can fill with treats to surprise a loved one! Oh, and did I mention there are FREE templates included in today's post? Scroll down to download yours!💖
For my Valentine's Day decor this year I made this red hot lips pillow to add a pop of color to my studio. You might have spotted this red lips pillow in our last blog post where I shared the decor for my Valentine's Day mantel? Well, I absolutely LOVE how this pillow turned out, and it's one of my most fav DIYs to date! This lips accent pillow adds such a fun touch to any Valentine's Day decor, and they'd make great presents for your Galentines or BFFs! 👄
This year, for the first time ever, I decided to decorate my studio mantel for Valentine's Day! For the wall above the mantel, I had the idea to make a large balloon heart structure that would also double as a photo-booth backdrop. These balloon structures have been trending on the party scene and Pinterest for a few years, and this was the perfect opportunity to have a go at making my own!
Winter is the perfect time to get cozy and pamper yo' self. So I decided to make some gorgeous pampering recipes and DIYs (with video!) that are the perfect addition to a spa day at home! You can also use these DIYs projects to create a luscious spa pampering kit from scratch to gift to a loved one on Valentine's Day (or any other occasion). But it's oh-so pretty that you may wanna keep it all to yourself, and I don't blame you! 😉
Welcome to another edition of Kids' Crafts - crafts made by kids, for kids! If you didn't see, this year we kicked off a new blog series called 'Kids' Crafts' inspired by my mini-me!😍 Yes, we're a family of craft-lovers, what can I say?!
Whether you're hosting a Valentine's Day party for your gal pals, a romantic dinner date with your other half or a fun party at home for the whole family, these party crackers are sure to bring a little "bang" to your love day event! 😉 It's a British tradition to have crackers at Christmas. They pop with a loud bang when you pull them apart and make for a fun party game! They're also usually filled with party jokes and trinkets inside, so I thought they would make a super fun Valentine's Day party favor!
If you follow me on Instagram , you'd have seen me make these super pretty candle holders in my stories. Well, today I'm sharing the full DIY here for your crafting pleasure! 😊 These marbled candle holders are super easy and quick to make, and perfect for your home decor, Thanksgiving or Christmas tables, as you probably saw in my Boho Chic party table here !
If Valentine's Day crept up on you, fear not! You're not alone. Whether you're hosting your partner, family or girlfriends, here are some simple and quick ideas you can copy to make your table shine in all manners of lovely!
Can you believe Valentine's Day is only 4 days away?! Thank goodness for these quick & easy balloon party favors or gifts that you can whip up in a jiffy, right?! They're great for classroom gifts, for neighbors or as part of a Galentine's day table place setting! The kids can totally help with this one, which is a huge bonus in my books - less for me to do! 😋
You all know the drill: it's Valentine's Day and all you can find are those cheap-looking grocery store flowers for your party (or for your other half). But don't panic, I've got just the trick to help you turn those last-minute wilting blooms into a swoon-worthy floral arrangement!
As promised in my Valentine's Day Dinner Party post last week , today I'll be sharing the DIY for the funky scratch off menu cards we made for the place settings! These cards look SO cool as part of your tablescape, that you'll wanna make them for every dinner party you host, and not just Valentine's Day! ;)
What pops in your head when you see the words gumball + necklace in the same sentence? Gumball necklace, did you say? Yep, you guessed. I'll take edible jewelry over diamonds any day! These gumball necklaces make the perfect last minute gift, party favor or class activity for Valentine's Day. Package them in super dinky favor box , and you have the perfect little treat for your sweet Valentine, your BFFs, or yourself! ;)
For my Valentine's Day shoot , I wanted a giant balloon as my table backdrop. But the balloon cord looked naked and boring, so I decided to jazz it up with some tissue paper tassels . Tissue paper tassels are all the rage in the party world, and have been for a while now, but they are new to me in the sense that I only used them once before. And for this occasion, I didn't have time to order any nor buy tissue paper to make them myself. All I had was crepe paper left over from this shoot . So, what's a party gal to do? Yes, make do, of course! ;) I wasn't sure if was even gonna work...but guess what?! Crepe paper has hidden talents!! Full tutorial below.
As promised, today I'm sharing 4 super easy, mega cute Valentine's Day card/gift ideas that you can make at home. And it includes free printables!! Perfect little project for the the weekend, for a crafty afternoon with the kids or for a classroom Valentine's Day activity! 😍
I have 4 freebie Valentine's Day card templates coming your way tomorrow (yes, you can do a happy dance *wink*), so today I thought it cool to share a cute DIY idea using one of the cards. It's kinda like an edible gift and card in one . Now, that's my kind of craft! ;) And it's so easy, even the kids can help.
Did you know you can make just about anything your little heart desires, using party printables ? Yep! Take a look at this glittered (!!) lip-shaped hair clip I made for my daughter. Don't you just love it? I also made a grown-up version for me. Because I'm worth it ;) It would be so cute as part of a Valentine's party frock, or a cute fashion accessory to give to your BFFs . Plus, the fact it's super easy to make and quick too, would make a great non-candy party favor ! What's not to ♥?! Full DIY tutorial below.
My love affair with candles started when I was 14. We had to make crafty thing to sell at the school Christmas bazaar, and a candle-making workshop was where it all kicked off. Since then, I try to make my own if I can, like this one here and here . But making candles from scratch is not always possible..so I cheat a little by embellishing the candle holder itself. With a little imagination, anyone can create really amazing bespoke candles. And no, you do not need to be a seasoned crafter either! ;) These candles would be perfect for cozy dinner party tables or winter weddings!
January is a tad gloomy in the northern hemisphere. But these easy and crafty DIY candle ideas will help you bring a little light and warmth to your surroundings this season - They're all perfect for brightening up your interiors, but would also look great as table centerpieces and to add ambiance to your winter parties!
Happy Monday!! Ready to start a week on a crafty note?! :) These easy to make paper confetti cones are the perfect adornments to wedding reception chairs. Fill them with confetti or rose petals as in this case, for a sweet-smelling and mega romantic feel! ♥