Cheesecake to me is like donuts to Homer Simpson! Thank goodness for all those bakers that are coming up with healthier versions! I can eat cheesecake and feel less guilty. Amy at Amy’s Healthy Kitchen has created this cheesecake that … Read More...
OMG It’s Adorable! Fox Blankie
I know, I know Forest animals are last season but I just can’t help coming back to adorable fox’s. Okay so in real life I don’t think they are adorable but put this cute blanket on a cute baby and … Read More...
Project: Stamped Table Top
Add some flair to a plain piece of furniture with stamping! Gail, from My Repurposed Life used large cling stamps and Decor Paint to stamp on the top of her table. She even made her own leg accents from clay. … Read More...
Peanut Butter and Jelly Banana Bread
The classic combination of peanut butter and jelly, brings back many memories of childhood lunches. Who am I kidding, I still enjoy the classic sandwich for lunch or snack. This is a gluten free recipe and can be changed to … Read More...
Skinny Funfetti Cake Batter Granola Bar
Here is a fun granola bar to be enjoyed by kids and adults. It is low in fat and low in calories, which makes everyone happy. So change out the boring plain granola bar and surprise everyone with this “fun” … Read More...
Project: Tags using Planner Stamps
Designing cute planners and daily calendars is all the rage right now. There are lots of fun stamps, clips, sticky notes and stickers to help keep you organized in your daily life. All of these items can also be used … Read More...
DIY Instant Noodle Soup – Free Recipe
We all have those busy days, when instant food is our go to lunch or dinner. The only problem is if you are eating healthy, you end up with half or more of your daily intake of sodium or sugars. … Read More...
Key Lime Pie Cheesecake
If you say cheesecake, I’ll come running with my fork. I know I’m not alone here. Here is another lovely combination of two desserts. Key lime pie and cheesecake! It’s like a heavenly song! Trish from Infine Balance shares this … Read More...
Vegetable Chickpea Pot Pie
They say that you should think about eating one meal a week without meat. What?! Be still my meat and potato heart! Actually, now that we are eating healthy, there are many days we cut out meat. These vegetable chickpea … Read More...
How To make Margarita Bars
Sticking to the Cinco de Mayo theme, these margarita bars will be your new treat to share with friends. You could leave the alcohol out and make these into yummy lime bars, but then you couldn’t call it a margarita … Read More...
Great Gift Ideas for the Amazing Teachers In Your Life
This time of the year is the perfect opportunity to show your favorite teacher you appreciation for all that they do. It’s been a long year, especially for those who are teaching the younger children, and everyone needs a pick … Read More...
DIY Wood Bird Mobile
I love this bright and fun mobile made from wooden bird cut outs. Anna Spathari shared the tutorial over on her blog Journey into Creativity.
The written tutorial is actually in greek, but Anna shares really great photos for the … Read More...
DIY Light-Up Boho Chandelier
Learn how to make your own light up Bohemian chandelier that changes color! Mark Montano shared a really neat tutorial for doing just that by using the new Gardenspot Mini Lights by Osram Lightify. I’m sure you could also easily … Read More...
Churro Pancakes with Spicy Chocolate Sauce
With Cinco de Mayo coming up, you’ll want to serve up these pancakes for breakfast or maybe for dessert. Your family will flip when they see these yummy pancakes on their plate. Deb from Cooking on the Front Burner shares … Read More...
DIY Latch Hook Floor Mat
Love the strong blue in this DIY latch hook rug. I am not sure I have the patience to make one of these. When I was a teenager I started one but don’t recall getting past the first line. DIY … Read More...
DIY Clay Bird House – Saving one little bird at a time
I love this mud style bird house made from Air drying clay. This would be a great Earth day or nature day project for kids. I know my daughter would love to make these any day of the year. Perfect … Read More...
How To Crochet Video – Baby Flip Flops
These adorable sandals work up so quick and the colors can be customized for a baby boy or girl!
Begin by watching this video on working the sole:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLAUD…
Follow along with the full written pattern, click here:
http://www.whistleandivy.com/2014/06/…
Project: Large and Small Paper Purses
Tricia Morris is sharing how she made these adorable large and small paper purses. Inspired by a tiny purse tutorial from Bibi Cameron (using a 6 x 6 paper) she made a larger version using 12 x 12 paper. Wouldn’t … Read More...
Wild Horses in Wild Land
Birch Fabrics gets it right again with a new fabric collection called Wild Land. Designer Mariam Bos sets the tone with bows and arrows, teepees and wild horses. Oh, and check out the little girl in traditional dress. She is … Read More...
Polymer Clay Coasters
These coasters are stylish as well as practical. Faux leather is a great clay technique and the same sort of process would make nifty notebook covers, tags for gifts, dollhouse miniature furniture and all sorts of beads or pendants. If … Read More...