Things to do with Roses – Rose Crafts and Rose Art

I’ve never been a big fan of roses. I do appreciate and find it fascinating that heirloom and antique roses are cloned and that we can take a clipping of a rose anywhere and then grow it ourselves, that’s fascinating. I’m sure I’ll warm up to them as I get older.
That said, every house I’ve [...]

Things to make with Skewers

Wooden skewers are so cheap, and so much fun. Whenever I buy them (for kabobs) we end up using the rest in art projects because they spill, or sit in the drawer forever. they’re usually bamboo. I get mine from the dollar store or amazon.
1- Button Flower Bouquets, aren’t these cute, they have felt flowers [...]

Kids Planning Their Own Parties

Making pinatas is so much fun, but most kids would never know this because they aren’t planning their ow birthday parties.  Imagine how much fun a party with friends would be if the chidren had planned the party on their own.  My artsy fartsy kids always plan their own parties, sometimes because I am busy [...]

Gifts of Beauty

Homemade beauty items make fantastic gifts. Not only are they easy and inexpensive, but they’re good for the planet, because they’re not individually packaged and shipped all over the country with preservatives. They use ingredients you already have in the home, so they’re simple. Store them in recycled jars and bottles, but [...]