Awesome Advent Calendar Ideas

Posted on November 17, 2016December 13, 2016 by Lindsey

17 Nov

I always thought it was a little to early to start thinking about Christmas decorations in November, although some places seem to bust out the holiday gear right after Halloween! I do have one exception to that rule however: Advent Calendars! These are a fun holiday tradition for both adults and children alike, but since the fun begins on the first day of December with these calendars, now is a great time to start planning the little gifts or trinkets to add to yours. Here are a few easy advent calendar ideas that are not only fun, but also pretty adorable to look at too!

Punch Box Advent Calendar
Studio DIY

Modern Geometric Calendar
Weekday Carnival

Chalk Goodie Tree Calendar
Big Box Detox

Lattice Advent Calendar
The Proper Blog

Paper House Advent Calendar
Deschdanja

Trinket Box Garland Advent Calendar
Crafts Unleashed

Pocket Advent Calendar
Tara Dennis

Toilet Paper Roll Calendar
NorthStory

Modern Hook Advent Tree
Persia Lou

Animal Box Advent Calendar
A Bubbly Life

Geometric Pocket Calendar
Madame Citron

Matchbox Advent Calendar
Morning Creativity

Tiny Trees Calendar
Craftideas

Vintage Soda Crate Advent Calendar
My So Called Crafty Life

Bucket Tree Calendar | Sugar and Cloth | Craft Collector

Bucket Tree Calendar
Sugar and Charm

Felt Hanging Advent Calendar
The Sweet Escape

Takeout Box Advent Calendar
Studio DIY

Printable Paper City Advent Calendar
Mr. Printable

Deer Advent Calendar Wall Art
Place of my Taste

Printable Paper Box Advent Calendar
Unusually Lovely

Wooden Houses Advent Calendar
Sugar and Charm

Felt Banner Calendar
Tell Love and Party

Easy Package Calendar
Army Wife to Suburban Life

Modern Wall Art Advent Calendar
Oh Oh Blog

Cone Tree Calendar
Boxy Colonial

House Calendar
Celine Navarro

Paper Forrest Advent Calendar
Hello Happy Studio

Paper Houses Advent Calendar
Live it. Love it. Make it.

Mountain Advent Calendar
Curbly

Geometric Watercolor Advent Calendar
We Can Make Anything

Coffee Filter Advent Calendar
Journey into Creativity

Origami Box Calendar
Gathering Beauty

Advent Calendar Bags
Pixi Mit Milch

Printable Tree Calendar
Squirrelly Minds

Big Apple Themed Calendar
Mint Julep

Advent Calendar Wreath
Brite and Bubbly

Advent Calendar Mountains
Mama is Dreaming

City Skyscraper Advent Calendar
The House that Lars Built

Paper Tree Advent Calendar
Tell Love and Party

Colorful Thanksgiving Ideas

Posted on November 12, 2016January 23, 2017 by Lindsey

12 Nov

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and there are sure to be tons of family gatherings happening in the next few weeks. While most Thanksgiving parties put all of the focus on the delicious food that has been prepared, we often overlook the decorations. I love the fall colors that are usually incorporated into Thanksgiving. The warm red, orange, and purples definitely get me feeling all toasty inside. I was noticing however, that those colors just don’t seem to fit in with the rest of the design scheme that we have going in our house. We are more bright and white at our house. I got to searching for some fall and Thanksgiving ideas that still keep the turkey but add some vibrant pinks and greens into the mix. These decoration ideas of course could also be adapted to fit the regular fall tones for a more traditional turkey day gathering, but wouldn’t they also be fun for the fast growing Friendsgiving tradition?! I just love the idea of dip dyed napkins and bold leaves hanging on the wall to set the mood for fun with family and friends. What do ya think? Ready to try something a little more bold this year?

Dip Dyed Napkins
A Beautiful Mess

Colorful Leaf Wall Art
A Kailo Chic Life

Colorful Turkey Name Plates
Lolly Jane

Colorful Tapered Candles
Lindsey Crafter

Printable Thanksgiving Dish Labels
Lovely Indeed

Grateful Coffee Mugs
A Pumpkin and a Princess

Colorful Yarn Covered Pumpkins
Fruetcake

Yarn Napkin Rings
Flax and Twine

Thanksgiving Balloons
Studio DIY

Giving Thanks Banner
Design Improvised

Spray Painted Pumpkins
Sisters, What!

Halloween Cupcakes

Posted on October 14, 2016January 23, 2017 by Lindsey

14 Oct

I have to admit that I am not the biggest fan of Halloween. I am a huge scaredy-cat. I mean I start throwing punches when someone jumps out to scare me. The scariest movie I own is Pirate of the Caribbean and I still have nigh lights around the house. Granted the night lights are for my child, but I can’t say that I’m not a little less anxious with their presence. If there is one thing I do like about Halloween, it’s that sweets and candy are all but guaranteed on this day. In honor of all the spooky parties my lovely readers are going to throw this year, I have collected a few creepy cupcakes to get the party started!

Emoji Poopcakes
Allergy Free Alaska

Paleo Pumpkins
Food Faith Fitness

Spiderweb Cupcakes
Nicky’s Kitchen Sanctuary

Devil’s Food Cake
A Bajillian Recipes

Cat’s Eye Honeycakes
Clean Fresh Cuisine

Poison Apple Cupcakes
The Baker’s Party Shop

Chocolate Pumpkins
Just a Taste

Spider Cupcakes
Kleinworth and Co.

Spooky Stuffed Cupcakes
A Side of Sweet

Halloween Cupcakes 3 Ways
Cook, Craft, Love

Bloody Cupcakes
Good Life Eats

Toil and Trouble Cupcakes
Pack Momma

Owl Cupcakes
Lea and Jay

Broken Glass Cupcakes
Supper Boss

Harry Spider Cupcakes
Taste and Tell

Spider Cakes
Easy Baked

Witch Feet Cupcake
Cup of Cake

Eyeball Cupcakes
Evermine

Spider Cupcakes
Little White Whale

Monster Cupcakes
Freebie Finding Mom

Cute Spiderweb Cupcakes
Jessica Gavin

Chocolate and Vanilla Mummy Cakes
Sugar and Cloth

Spooky Halloween Party Food

Posted on October 14, 2016January 23, 2017 by Lindsey

14 Oct

I pretty much hate all things that are scary and gory with a passion. Halloween is definitely not one of my shining moments. I do however like parties! I mean as long as a clown holding a cleaver doesn’t jump out at any point during the party I should be fine. I do appreciate that Halloween has some of the most clever food concoctions out of all of the holidays, although some of them are a little too creepy for me. I thought I would go out and try to collect some of the cutest (is that term allowed during Halloween?) and most creative freaky foods to for you to try out at your own parties this year. Let me know which ones are your favorites!

Spooky Monster Eyes Deviled Eggs
Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

Mummy Bark
Le Creme de la Crumb

Spider Web Pretzels
Iowa Girl Eats

Zoodles and Kale Pesto in Pepper Pumpkins
Tasting Page

Skull Pot Pie
Healthy Slow Cooking

Poison Apple Pie
Les Trois Madeleines

Bleeding Cake
An Italian in my Kitchen

Spooky Deviled Potatoes
Glue and Glitter

Bloodshot Eyeballs
Belly Full

Mummy Pizzas
Veggies Save the Day

Toil and Trouble Cupcakes
Pack Momma

Bat Bites
Chelsea’s Messy Apron

Pumpkin Cake Pops
What Should I Make For

Witch Hat Surprise
Mom Foodie

Brain Cupcakes
Home Made Interest

Spiderweb Pizza
Green Gourmet Giraffe

.Chalkboard Cookies
Laura Elizabeth Patrick

Spider Deviled Eggs
UpBeet

Cheesy Bones
Every Nook and Cranny

Spider Bark
Broma Bakery

Jack O’Lantern Hand Pies
Acorns and Custard

Ghost Pops
Mitzy at Home

Mummy Bananas
Vie de la Vegan

Pepper Baked Eggs
Toaster Oven Love

Chicken Broccoli Stuffed Skulls
Hungry Happenings

Bloody Cups
Elephantastic

Zombie Brain Mousse
Cuisine Addict

Boo Bread
My Diverse Kitchen

Graveyard Pizza
Stacey Homemaker

Mummy Dogs
Delightful Mom Blog

Eyeball Cheesecakes
Bite Me More

Bleeding Heart Cake
The Brick Kitchen

Black Seasame Cake with Marshmallow Web
Little Epicurean

Monster Donuts
The Simple, Sweet Life

Pumpkin Cheeseball
Baked in Arizona

Peanut Butter Chocolate Eyeballs
Farm to Table

Meringue Bones and Raspberry Guts
A Sue Chef

Broomstick Breadstick
Dessert Now Dinner Later

Killer Mini Bundts
Homemade Hooplah

Oreo Skulls
Brooklyn Homemaker

Voodoo Pastry Dolls
Love is in My Tummy

Ghost Chocolate Cups
Primavera Kitchen

Bleeding Candle Shortbread
Kitchen @ Hodgkins

Mushroom and Quinoa Stuffed Mini Pumpkins
Simply Seasonal

Monster Oreo Eyes
Sizzling Eats

Halloween Pocky
Chopstick Chronicles

Chic Black, White and Gold Pumpkins

Posted on October 12, 2016January 24, 2017 by Lindsey

12 Oct

Halloween is just around the corner and with it comes the long held tradition of pumpkin patching! After walking through a field of endless choices of giant orange squashes, most people like to carve their new decoration. I have seen some pretty awesome carvings, but I have zero talent when it comes to sculpting a masterpiece. I’m a triangle eyes kind of girl. I also have to admit that orange just isn’t my favorite color and goes with absolutely nothing in my house! I thought this year we would try to give our pumpkins a chic makeover without the guaranteed horrible face job they would have if I carved them. So here are a few things to try that I found around the web for you guys!

Triangle Pattern Pumpkin
Sisters, What!

Splatter Paint Pumpkins
Homey Oh My

White and Gold Leaf Pumpkins
Run to Radiance

Black, White and Gold Stripes
Super + Super

Nail Polish Pumpkins
A Week from Thursday

Paint Pen Pumpkins
Lovely Indeed

Glitter Dot Pumpkin
The Beauty Dojo

Confetti Pumpkins
Twinspiration

Feather Pumpkin
Place of My Taste

Chalkboard Pumpkin
Delia Creates

Gold Confetti Pumpkin
Homey Oh My

Brushstroke Pumpkin
The Merry Thought

Tribal Inspired Pumpkin
The Crafted Sparrow

Gold Leaf Pumpkin
A Coastal Bride

Glitter Dipped Pumpkin
Make Scout

Black and Gold Pumpkin
Ciburbanity

Faux Woodgrain
Sand and Sisal

Typography Pumpkin
The Proper Blog

Mini Message Pumpkins
Lovely Indeed

Spider Pumpkin
Jader Bomb

Studded Pumpkin
The Happy Tulip

Marbled Pumpkins
Homemade Ginger

Black Lace Pumpkins | Positively Splendid | Craft Collector

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Wax Resist Pumpkin
Kids Craft Room

Sharpie Pumpkin
Boxy Colonial

Bat Pumpkin
It All Started With Some Paint

Silver Leaf Pumpkin
A Home for Design

Word Find Pumpkin
Thistlewood Farm

Glam Pumpkin
A Pumpkin and a Princess

Photo Pumpkin
Sugar and Charm

Feather Painted Pumpkin
I Love to Create

Spooky Halloween Wreaths

Posted on October 11, 2016January 26, 2017 by Lindsey

11 Oct

Halloween is just around the corner and your door might be missing an awesome wreath to spook the neighborhood kids when its time for Trick-or-treating. Luckily we have a list of some of the cutest and creepiest wreaths around the internet. And did we mention you can make them all?! So gather all of your black crepe paper and feathers and get started on any one of these frighteningly easy Halloween wreaths!

Black Chick Wreath
Decor Asylum

Boo Wreath
Crafts N Coffee

Pumpkin Wreath
Grillo Designs

Yarn Spider Wreath
Olives and Okra

Spooky Eyeball Wreath
Small and Friendly

Googly Eye Candy Wreath
Homemade Ginger

Pillow Wreath
Bugaboo City

Candy Corn Wreath
Well Made Heart

Cute Spider Poms Wreath
My Sister’s Suitcase

Spiderweb Wreath
A Pumpkin and a Princess

Spider Family Wreath
Pastels and Macarons

Party Fan Halloween Wreath
Design Improvised

Skeleton Hands Wreath
Delightful Mom Food

Dollar Store Hands
Tried and True

Halloween Eyeball Wreath
Kiki and Company via See Vanessa Craft

Snake Wreath
The McIllece Spot

Yarn Bats
Eighteen 25

Crow Wreath
Katydid and Kid

Wilted Flowers Wreath
Blue Sky Confections

Mummy Spider Wreath
Crafty Little Gnome

Creepy Halloween Cocktails

Posted on October 10, 2016 by Lindsey

10 Oct

Halloween is right around the corner and the Halloween party invites are starting to flood my inbox. On top of the clever and creepy food that goes along with a killer Halloween party, cocktails are a definite must! We have collected a brood of devilish drinks to fit even the most terrifying shindig. These recipes are not for the faint of heart, but if you like brains in your brandy and shots of blood in your margarita, then this list is just for you! Hopefully these drinks make your party extra spooktacular!

1. Blood Orange Cocktail : Wasabi Prime

2. Halloween Sangria : Well Plated

3. Devil’s Margarita : Show Me the Yummy

4. Pumpkin Bourbon and Apple Schnapps Cocktail : The Framed Table

5. Raspberry Peach Margarita : Cooks With Cocktails

6. Bloodshot Margarita : Happy Hour Projects

7. Caramel Apple Martini : Quarter Life Crisis Cuisine

8. Vanilla Bean Mulled Wine : J.J. Begonia

9. Olivia’s Cuisine : Eyeball Punch

10. Lychee Eyeball Vodkatini : My Little Larder

11. Vampire Kiss Cocktail : Tide and Thyme

12. Green Lantern Drink : The Drink Kings

13. Pumpkin Spice Cake Martini : Snappy Gourmet

14. Hallowine Sangria : The Seasoned Mom

15. Witch’s Brew : Recipe Diaries

16. Candy Corn Cocktail : 3 Yummy Tummies

17. Magic Martini : The Cookie Rookie

18. Black Widow Brew : Evermine

19. Jolly Rancher Martini : Lipgloss and Crayons

20. Blackberry Margarita : The Kentucky Gent

21. Blood and Guts : Sugar and Soul

22. The Countess Cocktail : Perpetually Hungry

23. Spiced Rum : Cooking in Stilettos

24. Witch’s Heart : The Flavor Blender

25. Glow in the Dark Infected Brain Cocktail : Boulder Locavore

26. Witches Brew : Pizzazzerie

27. The Zombie : Sugar and Cloth

28. Pumpkin Beer Cocktail : The Floating Kitchen

29. Caramel Apple Sangria : The Sweetest Occasion

30. Pear Cider : Cygnet Kitchen

31. Irish Cream with Rum and Chocolate Webs : Personally Andrea

32. Spooky Green Lemonade : Total Salad

33. Purple People Eater Cocktail : Homemade Hooplah

34. Pumpkin Beermosa : Growing Up Gabel

35. The Mad Scientist : Kickin It with Kelly

4th Of July Wreaths

Posted on June 29, 2016October 4, 2016 by Lindsey

29 Jun

1. Patriotic Pinwheel : Design Improvised

2. Skittles Wreath : A Kailo Chic Life

3. Burlap Wreath : Please Note

4. Yarn Wreath : My Frugal Adventures

5. Clothespins : Kicking It With Kelly

6. Paper Straw Wreath : This Design Journal

7. Wrapped Burlap : Craftaholics Anonymous

8. Necktie Wreath : Sadie Seasongoods

9. Pom Pom Wreath : Flamingo Toes

10. Ruffled Wreath : Busy Creating Memories

11. Pinwheel Wreath : Fleece Fun

12. Flag Pin Wreath : Its So Very Cheri

13. Paper Flower : Puttin On the G.R.I.T.S.

14. Rope Wreath : Bacon Time With Hungry Hypo

15. Bandana Wreath : Dollar Store Crafts

16. Paper Fan Wreath : All You

17. Flip Flop Wreath : A Day in the Life With TJ

18. Star Wreath : Catch My Party

19. Denim Ragwreath : Naptime Decorator

20. Felt Petal Wreath : The Ribbon Retreat

Fantastic 4th of July Garland Ideas

Posted on June 23, 2016October 4, 2016 by Lindsey

23 Jun

1. Crepe Paper Garland

This is seriously easy to make and it is super affordable. Find out how to add fireworks of your own to your 4th of July party with this tutorial from Yesterday On Tuesday.

2. Denim Pennants

You don’t get more American than denim and this garland has it in spades. Duct Tape and Denim kind of specializes in using blue jeans and this tutorial doesn’t disappoint.

3. Patriotic Pairings

What is better than one fabulous garland tutorial? How about three easy peasy 4th of July decorations all in one?! Over at Adventures in Making they break down each one so that you can have the most patriotic party out there.

4. Duct Tape Banner

Duct Tape is well known as a go to product for fixing just about everything, but how about fixing up a pretty garland. Over at Chic California they show you how to make a simple banner with just twine and duct tape.

5. Tissue Paper Tassels

This patriotic garland is so fun I can’t even handle it! Who knew that tissue paper could look so good and so festive? Over at Landeelu they give you a breakdown of how to make this amazing garland.

6. Easy Fabric Strip Bunting

Bunting can sometimes be a hassle and if you don’t know how to sew then it can be hard to make on your own. This DIY from Second Chances has a clever way to make a faux bunting that requires no sewing at all.

7. 3D Paper Star

All this garland requires is the ability to fold a star a few times to make it into a 3D star. How simple is that?! Just head on over to Get Creative Juice to get the whole tutorial and start folding!

8. Paper Straw Garland

Paper straws have become super popular over the last few years and can be found just about anywhere. The Crazy Craft Lady shows you how to make a cute garland out of paper straws that looks like tiny little firecrackers.

9. Tulle Pom Poms

I love these cute little pom poms from Hey Let’s Make Stuff. And to top it off they are easy as pie to make and string together.

10. Patriotic Yarn Lights

These yarn balls made from balloons and glue are not an entirely new concept, but over at eHow they give it a red, white, and blue spin that would look great strung across any mantle.

11. Bandana Bunting

Bandanas are pretty much an all American staple when it comes to the 4th Of July. This bunting garland from Premeditated Leftovers is even more special because if you can tie a knot you can make it!

12. Doily Banner

Doilies always seem a bit dated and cheap but over at Creative Itch they couldn’t look any better! With just a little bit of spraypaint and some string a fabulous creation is born!

13. Scrap Fabric Garland

This is another simple garland that can be made from just about any red, white, and blue scraps you have laying around. Over at Catch My Party they give a great detailed tutorial on how to make this rustic garland.

14. Rocket Garland

This colorful line of rockets is made from toilet paper tubes if you can believe it! This project from Be Different Act Normal would also be a great craft for the kiddos.

15. Crochet Circle Garland

Although this project is meant as a winter holiday project there is no reason that it couldn’t be switched to some red, white, and blue circles. If you can do some basic crochet stitches, Make and Take has a great pattern for you to try out.

16. Denim and Burlap Lights

The best part about this DIY from Create Craft Love is that you have an excuse to use Christmas lights throughout the year. Even if you don’t have burlap, scrap fabric would look just as awesome in this simple tutorial.

17. Tablecloth Tassels

Over at The Scrap Shop Blog they have a great way to make a patriotic backdrop for only 4 dollars! Using just a few supplies from the dollar section you can make a garland that is festive and weather resistant.

18. Baking Cup Bunting

Over at Paint the Gown Red is an idea so simple you will be wondering how you didn’t think of it yourself! Check out how they take a few ordinary household objects and turn them into a fun 4th of July garland.

19. Firework Garland

These tissue paper pom poms along side some simple star strands are perfect for any party or even just to dress up a fireplace for the 4th of July. Check out how they did it at Tell Love and Party.

20. Printable Flag Banner : Paging Super Mom

15 D.I.Y Things to Wear This Forth of July

Posted on June 15, 2016October 4, 2016 by Lindsey

15 Jun

Forth of July is easily one of the few holidays that I actually enjoy dressing up for. Ugly Christmas sweaters never excite me and I adorn myself with a smidgeon of green just to avoid the inevitable pinches on St. Patrick’s Day. But I have zero issue rockin’ the red, white, and blue. Below are a few awesome ideas for your own made in America outfits.

1. Spray Paint Tank

This tank top from Small Detail Crafts couldn’t be easier! No patterns are needed and there are very few materials involved. It would be easy to make it your own with your own design.

2. Eraser Stamped Shirt

Over at Cutesy Crafts they love making an eraser stamped shirt for every holiday. This Forth of July themed one is absolutely adorable and super easy. It would even make a great project for kiddos.

3. Patriotic Canvas Shoes

These super cute mommy and me shoes could easily be made into matching father and sons shoes as well. Head on over to Pretty Providence to see just how simple they are to make.

4. Patriotic T-Shirt Headband

If you have a few red, white, and blue old t-shirts hanging around then this simple headband from Bless This Mess is perfect for you!

5. Simple Sewn American Flag

This cute shirt for kiddos comes with instruction for both boys and girls. If you have a few buttons and the ability to sew a straight line then check out this tutorial from Make It & Love It.

6. Bandana Flag T-Shirt

Sugar Bee Crafts has a cute take on the patriotic T-shirt by combining two 4th of July staples: Bandanas and American Flags.

7. Bleach Stamped Tank

This cute tank is achieved with a few household staples and a steady hand. Brit + Co even added a super cute striped pocket to finish it off.

8. American Flag Shorts

These cute shorts from Tealou & Sweetpea are not only adorable, they are inexpensive to make too!

8. Ombre Vans

Personalized Vans are always a fun project and this super simple blue ombre effect from the Swell Blog are made even cuter with the red shoelaces as an accent.

9. Patriotic Flip Flops

These flip flops are too cute not make! Check out this awesome step by step tutorial at Two Sisters Crafting.

10. Bandana Skirt

This simple bandana skirt is prefect your little cutie. This adorable skirt is simple to sew and can be found over at DIY CANDY.

11. Simple Bandana Headband

Bandanas definitely rule the 4th of July. This easy headband from Mine For the Making would be cute on any occasion, not just a red, white, and blue affair!

12. Pinwheel Hair Bows

What’s not to love about these stylish hair clips? Cutesy Crafts is at it again with this easy and affordable patriotic project.

13. Patriotic Bracelet

This clever little bracelet is made from paper straws and beads and would be a perfect craft for all ages. Check out how to make this fun project over at Buggy and Buddy.

14. Swag Flag Necklace : The House That Lars Built

15. Heart Tee : Creating Laura

16. Heart Flip Flops : Everyday Dishes

17. Flower Hair Clips : Busy Making Memories