When I found this inspirational photo on Pinterest, I knew I had to make my own. You need the following supplies and tools to make these garlands: scrap patterned paper colored twine heart punch adhesive Each scrap is cut to 1″x2″. Fold in half then punch out the heart. Apply adhesive to the inside and…
Holidays
Cricut Friday: Valentine’s Day Card #2
Above is the card for my soon to be 5 year old nephew. You need the following supplies and tools to make this card: Cricut machine Cricut Create a Critter 2 cartridge Cuttlebug machine Cuttlebug embossing folder cardstock adhesive Fold the red cardstock so it is a finished size of 4.25″x5.5″ and cut the yellow cardstock to 5.25″x 4″. …
Cricut Friday: Valentine’s Day Card #1
I love Valentine’s Day! I decided to be ambitious this year and make Valentine’s Day cards for my nieces and nephews. Above is the card for my 7 year old niece. You need the following supplies and tools to make this card: Cricut machine Cricut Create a Critter 2 cartridge Cuttlebug machine Cuttlebug embossing folder cardstock…
Crafty Decorating: Ornament-Filled Cloche Part II
I loved the Christmas version so much that I decided to do it for other holidays as well. I went to the 99 cent store a week before Christmas to stock up on colors for several more holidays. Here is the Valentine’s Day version. Isn’t it fabulous? Happy decorating! *Tina
Happy New Year!
Brown Butter Snickerdoodles
The last cookie recipe I wanted to share with you is for Brown Butter Snickerdoodles from Ambitious Kitchen. Brown Butter Snickerdoodles 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon of salt 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter 1¼ cup packed dark brown sugar…
Merry Christmas!
Wren and I wish you very Merry Christmas! *Tina
Photography Monday: Christmas Lights
Seeing the Christmas lights on St. Albans Road is a Christmas tradition in my family. This road is in the neighboring town and the residents have been decorating these majestic pines for many years. It is best to park the car and stroll the avenue to experience the full effect of its grandness. You feel as…
Crafty Decorating: Ornament-Filled Cloche
This cloche has been in my possession for several years and I couldn’t figure out what to do with it until this year. Last year, I saw this idea in Martha Stewart Living and decided it was time to create my own version of a glittered Christmas. You need the following supplies to create this…
Crafty Today: Christmas Tree Paper Garland
On Thanksgiving weekend, I visited a charming craft fair and saw marvelous paper garlands made by Paul Murray. I took his inspiration and created my own version. You will need the following supplies and tools to create this garland: Creative Memories Border Maker System Creative Memories Border Maker cartridge sewing machine vintage book paper ribbon…