DIY gifts

DIY Gift Ideas

Do you have a long list of people to whom you give holiday gifts? Or maybe you want to give something unique this year? Why not DIY your holiday gifts this year? It’s fun, it’s usually less expensive than buying already-made gifts, and the recipient knows you put a lot of time and work into …

7 DIY Gifts Your Kids Can Make This Holiday Season

We all love our children but let’s just say it — people only need so much macaroni art. Your kids are generous, creative beings and who can blame them for wanting to share that with the world? Here are seven projects you can use to channel that creative energy (and free labor) into gifts anyone …

Fun, Easy DIY Holiday Gifts

With Christmas less than a month away, it is officially time to begin the joy of Christmas present shopping (if you haven’t already)! But if you’re looking to avoid the dreaded trip to the mall, consider adding your personal touch and making DIY holiday gifts for friends and family! Not only will you save a …

Father’s Day Favorites

One of the things I love about summertime is celebrating Father’s Day!  I’m so blessed to have a loving father, father-in-law, and husband that all exemplify fatherhood at its finest.  And while Father’s Day is more than just giving gifts to dad, the Father’s Day gift is a wonderful way to honor him.   How about …

Decorative DIY Sign

With springtime just around the corner, I have had the urge to spruce up some things around the house. While shopping (my favorite pastime) I keep noticing these cute wooden signs filling up the shelves in all sorts of stores. In an effort to try my hand at a DIY project, I decided to channel …

DIY Handmade Gifts for the Holidays

‘Tis the season, friends!  Your budget and gift inspiration might be running low about now, so I’m here to share some amazing DIY handmade gifts to help you finish off your list.  The blogosphere and Pinterest are loaded with creative ideas for gifts you can put together, many of them for only a few dollars.  …

DIY Pastel Painted Eggs for Easter

Sometimes the best holiday decor is the simplest.   While I don’t decorate for every holiday on the calendar, at Easter I love to incorporate a simple touch on my table or mantel. This year I had a dozen wooden eggs just calling my name.  You can find these at any craft or hobby store.  For …