Isn’t the Target $1 spot wonderful? A few weeks ago I spotted some tiny paper valentine baskets on the bottom shelf. My mind thought that they were cute but could possibly be made cuter. I transformed them into A Valentine Bon Bon Basket. A Valentine Bon Bon Basket I purchased two packages of the baskets, each a different design. I also found some darling paper cupcake liners that I planned on using to line the baskets. Once home I dug through my supplies and found crepe paper, tissue ... View the Post
Romantic Antique Lace Napkin Rings
My name is Laura and I am an antique lace scrap hoarder. Some of my precious bits are so small I wondered what I would ever do with the pieces other than admire them. Inspiration struck when I began planning my Valentine tablescape. I wanted romance and lace and lots of it! So Romantic Antique Lace Napkin Rings were created. Romantic Antique Lace Napkin Rings I began by tearing strips from an old cotton pillowcase and a well worn French linen tea towel. (Yes, it is ok to imagine yourself ... View the Post
A Return To Romance Necklace Tutorial
Over the weekend I created not one, but two necklaces that made me really, really happy. I thought this tutorial would be the perfect way to kick off the annual DTA Valentine extravaganza. A Return To Romance Necklace Tutorial. A Return To Romance Necklace Tutorial First, I have to tell you a story. See the well-groomed people in the photo below? My Aunt Jan is on the upper left, my mom is on the right, followed by Papa Jack and Grandma Mary. Now my Grandma had beautiful taste. She was ... View the Post
Sweet Favors
There are many ways you can greet or send your guests off that are simple but make them feel extra special. Here are a few Sweet Favors. Sweet Favors Christmas crackers are a time-honored festive tradition. Flowers are always Centsational! Of course the fail safe collection of sweets is always appreciated too. I have a tiny holiday table this year so I decided to create something truly crafty. It began when I discovered a sack full of dirty, rusty boxes at the ... View the Post
Hi Ya
The day started out in the school office. Sweet Boy and I like to make sure that the administrative ladies know we love them. Hi Ya! The 4th graders were enjoying the Great Pumpkin Caper. Pumpkins were weighed and measured. Ridges on the pumpkin had to be counted. Then the pumpkin had to be scooped out and every single seed counted. The kids really enjoyed the slimy goodness. I then had lunch with Lady Gaga (aka The Fashionista). Of course, every Ga Ga needs a Little ... View the Post
Paper Rosettes
In Monday’s post I shared with you that I had covered up a decorating faux pas with a paper rosette. The Paper Rosettes are so fun and take just minutes to make. Supplies and Tutorial You will need: Three pages from a book. (For the rosettes I’ve shown it was an average sized paperback.) A hot glue gun (Although you could use regular glue and a clothespin to hold the pages in place while drying.) A bone folder (To help create a crisp crease/fold.) You can purchase bone folders at any ... View the Post
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