For as long as I can remember, I’ve loved working with paper. It started with doing origami as a young child and moved onto making gum wrapper chains as an older kid. Then in junior high I became enamored with stationery and all the different patterns available. When I managed a fitness club, I loved…
Mother’s Day is right around the corner and there’s still time to make mom’s day special with handmade gifts. My mother is no longer with me, but there’s no reason I can’t give a gift to my daughters who are moms. While store-bought presents are always nice, there’s something special about a gift you make…
If you’re a regular reader of Town and Country Living, you know how much I love banners and garlands. They’re an inexpensive way to add color and charm to a room, whether you’re hosting a party or just want a pop of color to enjoy every day. Today’s pretty paper cone garland doesn’t take long…
Most of us know that plants purify the air and so we bring them into our home. They lend beauty, texture, and health benefits. Unfortunately, they often come in plain plastic pots. Today I’m sharing a few creative ways for upgrading houseplants to give them a customized look. This is a cute little Lemon…
Every morning this time of year I dread waking up in the dark. I like summertime and waking up with the sun’s warm rays touching my face. But since I can’t have that right now, I’m cheering up my interior spaces with pretty flowers. Today I’m sharing how to make a 10-minute floral centerpiece. It’s…
Valentine’s Day was always my favorite holiday classroom party back in grade school. Choosing Valentines from the shelves of boxes at the local five and dime store was always fun. Once home, signing my name to each one and tucking it into a small white envelope marked with each classmate’s name was a task I…
Our weird and unpredictable Chicago weather is up to old tricks again. Next week the temperature is supposed to climb as high as 55 degrees. This of course makes my craving for spring and greenery that much stronger. Since it’ll still be a good three months before we see any signs of green life outside, I thought I’d…
A couple days ago I shared a few winter decorating details in my family room. One of those details is a wood slice garland that I made. It was an exciting project for me because it’s the first time I’ve ever used a cordless drill to make something. Don’t laugh. It’s true. I’m not much…
The holidays are over and you deserve a break after all the cooking, cleaning, decorating, and shopping. What better way to unwind and relax than with a luxurious soak in the tub? Rose bath salts make the experience even better, with their intoxicating fragrance and therapeutic benefits. You’ll find it’s easy to make your own…
Christmas is over and it’s time to take a deep breath, relax a little, and enjoy a little “me time.” I’m sharing ideas on how to pamper yourself so you can unwind. Chance are you’ve been decorating, cooking, baking, and cleaning. You shouldn’t feel guilty for taking care of yourself; it’s actually quite healthy. Enjoy a…
When I see a gathering of pine cones on the ground, I envision what I can make with them. They’re the perfect craft project because they’re easy to work with and they’re free! Today I’m sharing how to make Pine Cone Christmas Trees! You’ve probably seen similar little trees on Pinterest or in the pages…
Next week is Thanksgiving and I’ve been trying to get the majority of my Christmas decorating done before then. I’ve never finished decorating for the holidays this early, but this year I want to spend as much time as possible with my family during the holiday season. I’m also keeping my decorating simpler and feel…
Are you ready for Christmas creativity overload? I sure hope so because I’m joining a slew of bloggers with free printables … all just for you! A special shout out to Kristen at Ella Claire for organizing this whirlwind event. I always enjoy our printable hops because it’s fun to see what my blogging friends…
Christmas is seven weeks away and that means it’s time to ramp up crafts and projects for the holiday. I was searching for specific-looking ornaments at the store and couldn’t find what I wanted, so I decided to make my own DIY Pink Champagne Christmas Ornaments. (This post contains affiliate links.) I was looking…
Today I have a fun and simple Leaf and Cork Banner for you to make using my free leaf printable. It’s a quick and easy project, which I needed since I’ve been getting ready for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Have you noticed tasks always take much longer than expected? I could use another 6 hours in every day! Luckily…
This month I’m joining 30 talented bloggers to bring you a handmade Christmas ornament every day. We’ve each chosen a day to feature our ornament, and today it’s my turn. I made a few Mini Christmas Box Ornaments that are super easy and don’t take a lot of time. And when you’re done checking out…
