My parents fell in love just before world war 2 broke out. My mother was 16, my father 18… They met at a roller rink, when Big Band music was the rage. They would go dancing often. They soon feel in love and became inseperable, Sadly, 3 months later, my father was drafted into the Continue reading →
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I am always looking for a clever way to display my many photos. I came across this cute and clever craft; a photo holder made out of clothespins. I decided this would be perfect for my Valentine’s display. Here is how I did it… Materials: 32 wood spring-hinge clothespins Red acrylic spray paint 45″ of Continue reading →
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I’ve decided I would make one resolution this year…find JOY everyday! I made this sign to remind me of my goal. It was really easy to make… I bought the paper-mache letters at the craft store I traced the letters onto pretty scrap book paper and cut them out I used Modge Podge to adhere Continue reading →
I love fuzzy fleece. I know it is usually used for backing on quilts and blankets, but I thought it would be an interesting texture as a table runner on my Christmas table. It is so comfy, it just begs for you to run your hands through it… First, since the fleece is 58″ wide, Continue reading →
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DIY Decorating
Delicious and Delectable Gifts Gifts from your kitchen are a win win situation; they please everyone on your gift list and they are usually budget friendly. I have searched the web for food gift ideas and recipes I intend to make for my friends, neighbors, relatives, mailman, teacher, boss…the Continue reading →
For a fragrant and easy garland idea try this: I bought this huge package of fragrant (smells so good) pinecones at Kirklands… I hot glued the pine cones of various sizes to a long length of twine… I hung the garland along my banister… It smells and looks so lovely. When guests arrive they always Continue reading →
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I love to shop at the Hallmark store during the holidays. I can always find unique gifts and ornaments. Of course they have the best greeting cards. I am going to send these fun and festive cards to my grandchildren. I know they will love to watch the little window countdown the days to Christmas. Another Continue reading →