From the minute I saw these paper mache bowls from South Africa at World Market, I LOVED them. The bowls are made by Wola Nani, a non-profit organization that employs women with HIV and AIDS so that they may support themselves and their families. Aren’t the bowls beautiful? I wanted to buy one or two–but…
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Seeing Sweet Stars
Ida is at that age where she loves grabbing the tiniest little things. I’ve even started giving her capers–which she loves-mostly, I think because she enjoys the challenge of getting them into her tiny fingers and popping them into her mouth. It is for that reason that I fell in love with this sweet craft…
Plant-a-colada: easy DIY planters from coconuts!
Plant-a-colada!? Yes please! The coconuts cost me $1.89 each at my local Asian grocery market. I had all the tools, fabric and string in my craft closet–so these planters cost me less than $2 to make! Cheap, eco–and fun to do with kids (provided you do the saw part) this project is perfect for adding…
DIY Gift Wrap: All Dolled Up
With so many special occasions coming up around the bend (Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Graduation…) I wanted to come up with some original gift wrap ideas for you all…no small feat in this internet age, I might add. Well, after some contemplation and visiting a Danish art store (um…wow!!) I came home with some fun…
My Cozy DIY linen Duvet
I love washed linen bedding. It looks both chic and laid-back, it’s cool in the summer, and soft and cozy in the winter. I’ve been eyeing the above linens from Bella Notte on Layla Grayce for so long that I even had them on my wedding registry. But, like most things beautiful and luxurious, they…
A winter wreath how-to
In case you need to jazz up your holiday ‘fit, here’s a little winter wreath how-to. It takes about 5 minutes and will make you feel like a Lady Marian. I wish you all a wonderful and warm winter holiday!