Today we will be giving our final gift for Teacher Appreciation Week. I created a little Treasure Box of Love out of Close To My Heart’s My Creations Card Box. This is how it looked when I was done… I took pictures of each of the kids in the class giving our teacher a hug … Read more A Treasure Box of Love
Our preschooler’s teacher was wonderful this year. The Preschool Moms wanted to give her a memorable class gift, to show our appreciation. After a few brainstorming sessions, we decided to create a Teacher Crayon Monogram. I’ve seen several versions of these…from way-too-basic to way-too-elaborate. While I’ve always thought they were such a cute idea, I’d never tried one out. So … Read more Teacher Crayon Monogram
This weekend was all about getting ready for Easter at our house. Yesterday, the kids and I dyed Easter Eggs. But the real fun was Saturday. On Saturday, the kids and I went to a last minute Easter Party hosted by my friend Kjirsten. Now, even though Kjirsten decided to host this last minute, she … Read more My Peep Bunny Loves His New Chocolate Car
As I said earlier this week, my kids are SO into St. Patrick’s Day this year. They have been talking for weeks about how they are going to make leprechaun traps, catch a leprechaun and get his pot of gold! So the planning began and our “trap” was set into motion… The idea being that … Read more St. Patrick’s Day: Make Your Own Leprechaun Trap!
Have you seen CTMH‘s *NEW* My Creations Collage Cubes? They are actually so popular that they are on backorder right now! There was a sneak peek of this product which began at the end of December and ran through January for National Papercrafting Month. When you order this product, you receive 9 sturdy white chipboard blocks … Read more Making Magic with My Own Photo Cube
This weekend has been all about getting the kids Valentine’s ready for their class party. Valentine’s Day is such a great opportunity for some do-it-yourself projects. It’s so much more meaningful and full of love when you can make something yourself–which is what Valentine’s Day is all about, right? This year I brought back a … Read more DIY Valentine’s Ideas
Today I spent some time creating some handmade hair accessories out of scrapbook supplies. We have 3 little girl birthday parties coming up in the next week and a half. I wanted to add something a little special to our store-bought gifts so I came up with this idea since all the little … Read more Handmade Hair Accessories Using Scrapbook Supplies!
This Spooky Bucket may not hold a lot of Halloween treats…but it’s sure cute enough for a little Halloween gift for someone special! This is another project my Stamp Club will be making this month. Supplies used: G1029 Mischief Kit (papers & stamps) Z2105 Black Stamp Pad Z2291 Sunset Stamp Pad Z1464 Milepost Shapes Z1104 … Read more A Spooky Bucket for Halloween Treats
This weekend we had an awesome time once again at the Ardenwood Farm Harvest Festival. I swear each year the kids enjoy harvesting Indian Corn and Popping Corn more and more. Plus, this year we invited some friends which of course only increased the fun we had. If you are local to Fremont, CA –you … Read more Harvesting Popcorn Again…
I’m feeling more inspired with Halloween crafting this year. It could be due to my twins getting older and really appreciating holidays. It’s definitely fun when you hear your 5-year-old say, “we’re going to have the most spooky house, right mommy?” Seeing things through their eyes definitely makes you stop and appreciate things more! … Read more It’s the Great Halloween Tree, Charlie Brown!
See how easily you can turn an ordinary CD folder into a treasured keepsake of memories with just a few simple steps. Enjoy the how-to video…
These pop top cans are great for Easter. Now you can learn how to make them just in time to make some Easter surprises for somebunny special! 🙂 And while you’re watching videos, don’t forget to watch and like my Studio J video found HERE. I have some more DIY Easter project ideas … Read more Altered Pop Top Can Video Tutorial
Do you love stamping and scrapbooking? Then why not share that love with others by becoming a Close To My Heart Consultant! I’d love to have you join my team because I know there’s a place on it for you. From the hobbyist who just likes to purchase for herself and her friends (and get … Read more Do What You Love
Here’s one of the projects we’re making at Stamp Club this month. These decorated pop top cans are as fun to make as they are for the recipient to open!
As promised, here is my how-to video for making a fun (and easy!) treat holder. Think Valentine’s Day! Enjoy!