LIz Stanley

This is a really fun art activity to do with kids from all ages and with materials you probably already have around the house.

Fourth of July is around the corner and what a way to show your patriotism than with a bold striped bag!  It takes only 5 minutes to make so you could make a few extra for your friends and family you're celebrating with.

Fourth of July is just around the corner and what better way to celebrate than with homemade paper sparklers everyone can love to hold during the fireworks, from babies to adults.

These transformed mason jars are a fun way to both decorate an outdoor table for a 4th of July celebration or a safe way to entertain the kids during fireworks.

Necklaces always seem to get tangled in a jewelry box. This is a DIY tutorial to make a framed jewelry organizer that both displays your pretty necklaces and keeps them tangle-free.

Nothing is more refreshing than a DIY fruit popsicle, especially when it's your own fresh fruit! This fun layering of flavors is a real treat to your mouth and pretty to look at as well. It's as simple as blending up fruit you already have in your fridge.

Babies love colors and movement, and we love attractive nursery décor so it's a win win here. This tutorial is for a pretty ribbon mobile for babies to watch spin and twirl while they coo in their cribs.

Summer is here and if you're living anywhere hot, your kids are probably begging for frozen treats as we speak. Frozen lemonade is always delicious but we're mixing it up by adding lime, mint and making it a fun activity for the kids to help prepare as well!

Toddlers love the idea of school and anything having to do with it this time of year. This toddler drawstring backpack is a fun sewing project to get your toddler excited about preschool or even just your daily outing to the park.

Make a simple art smock to keep your little one clean during art projects!

Marbleized paper is the gorgeous result of mixing oil with colors and water. You can spend some serious cash on some at the fancy paper store but did you know you can make some yourself?

Mother's Day is next month and what better way to show our appreciation for all the work our mother's have done to prepare delicious and healthy meals day in an day out than a fancy chalkboard menu board, just the kind we see at a little cafe in France!

Spring is here and it's time to get our hands dirty in the garden. A fun way to get kids excited about planting is making these seed starters. It acts as mulch to help the seed start to grow. You can form them into any shape you'd like!

Spring is here! Two things we love this time of year is growing wheatgrass and dying easter eggs, so why not combine the two and grow our wheatgrass in egg shells? It's a perfect seasonal decorating for a sunny room. Keep reading to see the full tutorial

This paper mache Easter basket is a really fun way to create your own unique shaped basket to decorate your home for the  Easter holiday.

All young kids love to play with blocks and put together puzzles, this combines both of these fun learning based activities and make a great personalized, homemade gift.

You don't need fancy stamps to make a fun decorative St. Patrick's Day card, if you have a rustic potato on hand!

Show a little shamrock festivity on St. Patrick's Day and add a simple four leaf clover appliqué embellishment to your cardigan (and avoid getting pinched!).

Fingerpaint is a great activity to do with toddlers! Here are our instructions to make your own edible, homemade version with ingredients you already have at home.

This is a fabulous DIY that makes gift-giving even more fun. Whether you are giving a holiday gift over Christmas, a birthday gift, a Mother's Day gift, or any other, these homemade Chalkboard Gift Tags make your present special. These are functional, pretty, and a gift in itself! Get the kids involved by writing the message in chalk. The lucky recipient will be able to use them again as a tag and gift as well!

Even if you're only a beginner at sewing, you can create this pretty handmade alternative to brown wrapping paper. Make gift-giving really special with this simple DIY. Show the recipient you really care with a personal touch. 

Have you experimented with polymer clay? This easy shape and bake clay opens up a whole new world of crafting and accesories. Keep reading to see how to make these shark tooth clay earrings!

I love the brushed paint look but usually can't afford the hefty pricetag. Here's a version to make yourself!

With a little handy rope and some japanese masking tape you can make a brand new coaster! Makes a great gift as well...

With summertime here it's the perfect opportunity for an ice cream party! These cone wrappers dress up otherwise boring cones for your next party. Keep reading to see how to make them!

Check out these super easy treat cups for your next party. 

With summer here, it's fun to experiment with parties and decorating. These animal themed place holder are perfect for an outdoor event!

Finding a useful way to re-use something you were going to throw out is such a thrill! Here we have a simple idea to re-use those empty spice jars.

With summer here the selection of house plants is incredible! We love having fresh flowers at the house and what better way to display and identify them than with a little dip of chalkboard paint.

I love graphic placemats and these handmade versions are a great way to teach kids how to set a table setting too! Keep reading to see how to make them.

Storing your grains in mason jars is a great way to keep track of how much you have, and makes for a pretty display too.

I've been loving experimenting with watercolor lately to make handmade cards. It's so pretty and perfect for spring! These are really easy to do and although they look fancy, they're quite simple!

Summer's almost here which means outdoor parties! We love decroating mason jars and this is an easy way to create a mini lantern to light your evening soiree. Keep reading to see how to make it

Looking for new ways to make gift-giving special? Whether your wrapping up a present for Mother's Day, Christmas, a birthday, or any other reason, you want to pay attention to the details so your gift-recipient knows how special she is. The gorgeous DIY Waterclor Gift Tags add the perfect touch, Learn how to make them.

Spring is here and lemons are the freshest way to not only eat this season, but also decorate with. Keep reading to see four ways to use a lemon as a place setting for your Mother's Day or other spring/summer event...

This adorable wrapping paper will make gift giving really special whether it's Christmas, a birthday, Mother's Day or any other special day. We love unique gift giving that involves a handmade touch, and best of all, this is an easy DIY anyone can handle. You can even get the kids involved!

This hand painted necklace is a perfect DIY for Mother's Day or to accesorize your spring outfits.

Bleach is fun to experiment with on cotton clothing. There are so many fun designs you can try using bleach to create a really unique piece. Keep reading to see how to create these onsies...

With a little yarn and some sticks you can make an instant spring bouquet without hitting your local florist. Keep reading to see how!

Another great way to display those cute photos you have that never seem to make it off your hard drive. This magnetic picture puzzle is a great gift or a fun activity to do with kids.

 A hot trend A hot trend for spring is a bright geometric statement necklace. But don't bother spending all your hard earned cash on one, here's any easy one you can make yourself!

Preschool aged kids love marble mazes and this one is a cinch to make that will entertain them for hours. Keep reading to see how to make this fun straw marble maze...

Transform any old tee into a colorful, spring-inspired polka dot tee!

For appetizers and h'orderves, it's nice to know what you're digging into before you get started!

This is a really fun and easy memory matching game to make from paint chips! A great activity with kids or for a baby gift. Keep reading to see how the full tutorial

Paper airplane are soooo last decade. Welcome the new straw plane! Your child will love how this one twirls as it flies! Keep reading to see how to make it

Fill these party favor rolls with candy, prices, and confetti, but you'll never guess what they're made of! Keep reading to see the full tutorial

It's Valentine's Day! Embrace cupid's big day with a simple heart pin or hair clip to add a little festivity to your wardrobe today. Keep reading to see how to make it.

Everyone loves conversation hearts during Valentine's Day. There's something so nostalgic and sweet about  them.

This is a fun little decoration for Valentine's Day make with felt and string. Keep reading to see how to make it!