Father’s Day is this weekend – can you believe it? It really snuck up on me this year! No worries though. Today I have the cutest printable Father’s Day card to share, created by Ruban Collectif. It’s a card. But it’s also a tie! Cut out the tie, punch a couple of holes, attach a …
DIY Projects
by Chelsea Costa Friends, I’ve had the absolute best time being a contributor here for Cyd and The Sweetest Occasion, but the time has come for me to move along! This will be my last DIY post here, and so what better way to celebrate than with a sweet little “Bon Voyage” garland? Supplies – …
Today’s DIY post was submitted by Amy of This Heart of Mine, a blog about life and family featuring loads of recipes, DIY ideas and lots of pretty. Be sure to check it out! Today she’s sharing the prettiest rainbow cake bunting. You know how we love some pretty cake bunting around here. Thanks so …
by Chelsea Costa Okay, who needs a last minute quickie DIY for your Memorial Day celebrations?! I know you’re out there raising your hand. If so, you’ve come to the right place. Today I’ve got a quick, cheap, super cute DIY that will make your Memorial Day clambake just perfect. Supplies – paper lunch bags …
Today’s DIY post comes to us from Aimee Strickland of madeinthefold, where she offers beautiful hand lettered wedding invitations and stationery. You can also check out her blog for more daily inspiration! Supplies – kraft gift box (found at your local craft store) roll of kraft paper twill tape (found in the fabric section of …
by Chelsea Costa Mother’s Day is this weekend, and I’m so excited to celebrate all of the wonderful moms in my life! If you’re looking for a last-minute Mother’s Day gift, this handmade watercolor card might be just the thing. Supplies – watercolor paint paintbrushes watercolor paper scissors ruler pencil First, measure and cut a …
by Jenny Batt April showers bring May flowers…and today is May Day! May 1st was the date of a happy festival dedicated to Flora, goddess of flowers and spring. So this isn’t exactly a traditional May basket, but the thought is the same. Fill with flowers and leave at the door of friends’ homes. Who …
by Chelsea Costa It’s that time of year! The time when the weather is warming up and people are just itching to socialize. So the next time you’re playing hostess to the gang, whip up these little swizzle sticks and pop them in everyone’s drink. Undoubtedly, you’ll be the belle of the ball. Supplies – …
by Jenny Batt I have a favorite cake decorating shop here in Seattle that is jam packed with all sorts of goodies, but this weekend, when I popped next door to the bead shop, I found little metal pennant flags. These are some sort of gold metal and are used as tags in jewelry making, …
by Chelsea Costa It’s Spring, and I love it! And if you’re hosting any Spring-type festivities, I’ve got the perfect little garland to dress up your doings. A floating pompom garland! Supplies – a few skeins of yarn in different Spring colors scissors needle clear thread Wrap yarn around two fingers until it’s your desired …
by Jenny Batt Well, I was looking for something whimsical but beyond the usual pastels for Easter. Every so often the boys and I cruise the toy animal section and these little guys hopped out at me. (Get it, hopped…har har. ) This is just a variation of the DIY Party Animal Candles, but perfectly …
by Chelsea Costa Are you dying eggs this Easter? I haven’t dyed eggs in years, but this year something about it was calling my name! Here’s a quick, easy DIY you can do with your little ones (or other big ones!) to tell the world just how much you love Easter. Supplies – eggs egg …