Pop over to Emmaline Bride for great tips on planning a rustic-style bridal shower from start to finish! This lovely shower was styled by talented designer Becky Hart of Bow Ties & Bliss.
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Pop over to Emmaline Bride for great tips on planning a rustic-style bridal shower from start to finish! This lovely shower was styled by talented designer Becky Hart of Bow Ties & Bliss.
{Photos by Jamie Zanotti Photography… Read More...
I’ve lauded mason jars so much here, it’s no wonder I love this get well gift idea: Pill cookies in a jar, complete with the appropriate dosage printed on the side. Find the instructions to make get well cookies HERE … Read More...
This idea makes me want to host a summer shindig immediately. It houses three of my favorite things: Mason jars, cocktails and clever serving ideas. (I did mention I’m a nerd before, right?) Find recipes for mason jar cocktails HERE … Read More...
My craft space is a very important part of me. I spend a lot of time in my craft room, and I have tons of supplies, so it has to be organized in a way that works for me. I … Read More...
by Heidi Gustad
Creating your own chandelier can be a fun and rewarding project, especially when it involves upcycling items you already have around the house.
This tutorial will show you how to turn baby food jars into charming and rustic votive holders … Read More...
Oooh, two candy favors in a row… This one for the Olympics. Party ideas for those rings seem few and far between, so I appreciate them fully when I spot one. These easy, colorful candy favors are keepers. Plus, this … Read More...
by Heidi Gustad
by Anne Weaver
from Katydiddys shows how to make a felt jam jar softie. How cute would these be sitting all in a row on a shelf in a toy kitchen? I’m loving how the diagonal stitching on the “jar” looks like cut … Read More...
by Heidi Gustad
Add some rustic flair to your home decor with this easy DIY: burlap-covered candle holders made with jars.
After the great kitchen caddy tutorial the other day, I went looking to see what clayers had done for kitchen decor. Kimberly of KeepersoftheWine on Etsy makes great kitchen jars and containers – whimsical and different.
If you have some … Read More...
by Heidi Gustad
iLoveToCreate shares how to create charming patriotic luminaries, perfect for a Fourth of July family barbecue. Supplies required include jars, decoupage adhesive, paint, tacky glue and ribbon. You can make these easily with jars from your recycling bin, which I … Read More...
You may have already noticed that using epsom salt as a craft medium is becoming more and more popular. It’s an inexpensive material that’s readily available at discount department stores and dollar stores. Epsom salt goes a long way and … Read More...
by Heidi Gustad
Father’s Day is coming up on Sunday, and if you’re in the market for masculine-scented candles, PaperOak on Etsy has the gift for you – a trio of soy candles in mason jars. You can choose among the following scents:… Read More...
Mason jars filled with bird seed and soy candles double as escort cards and pretty lanterns for an eco-friendly wedding! For 9 more unique escort card inspirations, visit this post at Bridal Guide.
Escort cards are not only practical … Read More...
Don’t forget the bus driver at the end of the year! (Hmmm, wonder if I would get these since I’m the one who schleps my daughter back and forth to school 20 some minutes each way.) Find these adorable candy … Read More...
You can fill every aspect of your life with candy, if you felt so inclined. Just in case you haven’t revisited, here is the roundup of candy crafts to finish out Candy Week at Vintage Umbrella: Make lollipop cards … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Stash Happy: Applique by Claire Shaffer is the latest in the Stash Happy series from Lark Crafts. Within this book are 25 projects where applique makes the design.
The smaller pieces of fabric typically used in applique will send … Read More...
What a fun theme for a summery beach wedding: vintage camping! Details like vintage picnic baskets, a sand and sea themed cake, and candy-filled jars for favors are just a few of the inspiring ideas you’ll find at Love & … Read More...
Whether you’re planning a rustic outdoor wedding or an intimate garden celebration, herbal centerpieces are versatile and delightful. Here’s how to create these charming focal points:
1. Herb-Filled Mason Jars:
Gather an assortment of mason jars and fill them with … Read More...
Cause packaging can make the gift, Bethany at Finding Pins and Needles shares her cute and practical labels for homemade body stubs and washes. They fit perfectly on Ball Canning jars and if you laminate them, they’re waterproof too. Get … Read More...