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Handpicked crafts for creative people


Christmas Soap Molds

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You still have time to make some Holiday soaps for friends and family. This St Nicholas mold is detailed and filled with nostalgia. If you are looking for something a little more festive then check out the full range at … Read More...

Free Printable Santa Countdown

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This quick printable is the perfect little countdown for toddlers. Give them some stickers or a marker pen and allow them to check off each day. You can turn it into a lesson plan by creating a number theme for … Read More...

Kids Craft – 10 DIY Ornaments

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If you can find an hour to grab some materials together then you can set yourself up for 10 different Christmas activities for 10 different days. Love this round up, lot’s of cute Christmas craft ideas that the kids are … Read More...

Christmas Etsy Feature – FinnegansMarkets

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Shannon has  an adorable shop called Finnegan’s Market, through which she handcrafts and sells felt food for children’s make-believe play. My children always love playing with felt food that their Grandma has made but let’s face it not everyone has … Read More...

Quick Parties – Party Hacks

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These 3 Party hacks are proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money to make your party workable. Create a tower of kiddie pools to create a multi tier drink station or re-cycle fridge water bottles … Read More...

Dinner Party Ideas – Butter Mold

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Sometimes the attention is in the details. Don’t even think about throwing a clump of butter on to the table for your guests to plop their knifes into. Instead create your very own butter mold and serve up a “little … Read More...

Melt & Pour Fortune Cookie Soaps

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Fortune cookies are lot’s of fun but how about making some Fortune cookie soaps. These would be perfect for party or wedding favors. I would suspect it might take a little practice to get it exactly right. Make sure you … Read More...

How To Get Free Epi-Pens

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My Life and kids shares with us how to get free Epi-pens so that you can have a few extra ones on hand. We are lucky enough to not have any severe allergies in this house but if we did … Read More...

Dinnerware Gifts For Kids

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Looking for something to buy the kids for Christmas? These gifts are fun and a great way to get troublesome eaters back at the dinner table. I personally think adults should use these but I might just be a silly … Read More...

DIY Bracelet Storage

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I think I know what you are thinking – That’s a lovely bottle of Champagne 🙂 It’s simple but effective. Actually I think this would be a great idea for an end of year decor change, then on New Years … Read More...

Christmas Platter

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Don’t be caught in a pickle (pun totally intended) when you’re asked to bring a “share plate” to your next street party. This Cucumber Christmas tree is sure to amuse the guests. Finish off the bottom with some dip or … Read More...

Kids Craft – Gumdrop Turkeys

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Gumdrop Turkeys – it sounds like the name of some weird 60’s band but it is indeed a practical and fun kids craft. Practical if only your children and you can wait to eat the gumdrops.  For me it is … Read More...