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One of my favourite spots in our home to decorate for Christmas is our fireplace mantel. It’s the hub of our living room, and it’s also something we designed and built very carefully when we built our home. (You can see how we built our mantel here.) This Christmas, I opted for neutral colored decor…
Why should the adults have all of the pretty decorations on their table during Christmas dinner?! We often have a “kid table” at our holiday gatherings that’s especially for the little ones. I think it’s a lot of fun to make this little table a special and interesting place to sit, so here are some…
When I was pouring over Pinterest and design magazines as we were building Our DIY House, the style that spoke to me the most was vintage industrial. It’s mix of a cultural and historical elements, lots of pieces that look or are salvaged, and lots of mixed textures like metal, glass and rustic wood. My…
Don’t you think it’s nice to have a retreat in your home? Just a pretty little corner or a room that’s NOT kid-friendly? In our Garage House, we didn’t have a room that was solely for adults. In Our DIY House, I wanted to save our front sitting room as a special project for me…
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the baby in the baby carriage. Sometimes it’s easy to start focusing more on the kiddos than the hubby, but really love & marriage were what came first before those precious bundles. I made this simple Valentine’s day card for my hubby as I thought about how far we’ve come together…
What’s your philosophy when it comes to kids getting messy? I’m pretty relaxed about it. I think it’s fun to squish and smush and sprinkle, so we do A LOT of that at our house. If you come to visit me without a warning, you better believe our home will be littered with toys and…
Like I mentioned before, I never thought I’d take the time to decorate a mantel for Valentine’s Day, but here we are. Honestly? I think it’s pretty and Little C was just ecstatic when she saw we were putting lots of hearts up on our mantel to celebrate her favourite holiday!
For Christmas, I made Baby B some soft new minky baby blankets that I was hoping she’d like and grow to love as her special blankies. So far, my plan is working and she seems to really love cuddling them! (“Them” – I made two so that I could rotate washing them, and just in case one…
Our original house plan had a “servery” nook between the kitchen and the dining room. When I saw it, I knew beyond a shadow of a doubt that it had to become a special little nook just for me – with COFFEE. I’m a huge coffee lover, and a dedicated space for a good coffee…
My girls love to colour, stick stickers onto paper, paint, and glue. We have a stainless steel fridge, so I can’ t display their lovely artwork there, so I came up with another way to show off their hard work: a rotating art wall in our breakfast nook!
Valentine’s Day is one of my favourite holidays to spend with my girls! We love making sweet Valentine’s crafts, baking and giving little gifts to our friends. This year, Little C and I thought it would be fun to give one of our favourite treats – Kinder Surprise eggs – to our friends as Valentines….
Our DIY House is in the home stretch and I’m so excited I can barely contain myself! This has been by far the biggest DIY project of my entire life and I’m sure it will be worth it in the end, but right now my hubby and I are so very tired. We’re working on…
This Saturday June 8th, I’ll be joining Modern Mama here in Edmonton at a fun Father’s Day Event. It’s a “Dad & Me Playdate and Photoshoot” at Cafe O’Play where guests can have their photos taken, create 3D imprints as keepsakes, and do a bird feeder craft together! I’ll be there helping make the bird…
Guess what?! We are THISCLOSE to having Our DIY House entirely painted! We only have a hallway and one more room to go. The entire process has taken us about a week. I’d love to say that I completely DIY’d this project, but it’s been more like “WTKWMFAHDIT” (Watching the Kids While My Friends and…
After 6 years of living in our tiny Garage House (if you missed it a couple of weeks ago, here’s the grand tour), we decided to begin construction on a new, larger home on our acreage – “Our DIY House”. We broke ground during the first week in August of 2012, and now we are…
We’re in the midst of building our new home, and I’m attempting to work on the girls’ room decor now so that it will be ready to pop in their new rooms when our house is done. I’m slowly working on it, so depending on how quickly our house finishing goes (which, in my estimate,…
There’s something about hearts that just get me (and no, I’m not talking about anatomical hearts – though I think they’re great too). I like heart printed fabrics, heart doodles, heart-shaped candy, hearts on clothes, and heart-themed crafts. Valentine’s Day gives me an excuse to bust out the heart crafts with no holding back. This…
For a simple and budget-friendly Valentine for friends and family this year, print out my free bird & cupcake Valentines (found here) and cut them out into squares. You can punch holes in the tops, and tie them to a small bag of treats with raffia ribbon or baker’s twine. I like to bake my…
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and my girls (and hubby!) and I are really excited to celebrate it this year. I love my little family, and any chance I can get to show them how much I love them is worth spending some time on! I recently ordered another big pile of fabric from…
by Christina Dennis My good friend asked me to help her make a Tinkerbell fairy costume for her little girl’s fourth birthday. We started with a gorgeous little green tutu made by Whimsical Elements, picked up some bright green satin from a local fabric shop, and she also snagged a $6 extra small women’s tank…
Here’s how to make a DIY bulletin board that doubles as a mail holder using fabric, a bulletin board a glue gun, and a recycled ice cream pail! This is a cheap, easy and practical project for your home.
by Christina Dennis Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and here are some FREE printable Valentines just for you featuring a cupcake and a little bird that I’ve drawn. To download a printable PDF of the layout, click right here: The DIY Mommy Print at Home Valentine Happy Valentine’s Day!
Wait, wasn’t it just summer? Where has the time gone? The days are getting colder and Christmas is just around the corner, so it’s time to start thinking about teacher DIY Christmas gift ideas! We all agree that our child’s teacher deserves the moon, but since we can’t give them that, here is a roundup of some…
Mother’s Day comes every year, which means it gets harder and harder to find unique gifts for our moms that show them we care. If you feel like your mom is maxed out on jewelry and other traditional things you’ve done in the past, here are 22 Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gift Ideas that she might…
This free printable Christmas coupon book is a wonderful gift for your kids this year! It’s the perfect stocking stuffer or last minute idea (let’s be honest, sometimes we need those), and a great way to encourage spending quality time together as a family.
It’s mid-June, which means two things. First, it’s backyard barbecue and garden party season! It’s finally warm enough to blow the dust off our patio furniture and plan outdoor parties again, and I’m totally here for that. Secondly, it’s almost Father’s Day! And what better way to celebrate the important men in your life than…
There’s nothing quite like a crafty, homemade Christmas gift to show your friends you are thinking of them during the holidays. Whether you are interested in furniture-making, fashion, food, or eco-friendly items, I have rounded up a list of 15 creative DIY Christmas gift ideas that are easy, budget-friendly, and beautiful. Find something here for…
Are you looking for some Christmas Eve Box ideas for kids? Here is how I make personalized Christmas Eve boxes and a list of ideas that you can include in yours!
Handmade Christmas Gifts are making a comeback! In a world of technology and amazon prime, it’s exciting to see more and more people getting excited about giving and receiving handmade gifts. Every year, I challenge myself to come up some fresh, unique DIY Gift Ideas that I would like to give (or receive!). Here is…
These 10 simple DIY Christmas gifts are easy to make, inexpensive, creative and unique! Learn how to make an arm knit cowl, pajama pants, a tiny fairy garden and more for your family and friends this holiday season.
‘Tis the season for homemade gift giving! Edible gifts are some of my favourite kinds of gifts to give to neighbors, teachers and friends. Better yet? A DIY edible gift! This sugar cookies in a jar gift is one of my favourite things to give. Give it on its own, or add it to a…
My girls and I have been LOVING the gorgeous spring weather we’ve been having here lately! It’s been so therapeutic to be out in the sunshine, work on our yard, and do a bit of gardening. One of our recent projects was a fairy garden for our front steps. It’s been in the works for…
We have had far too many Snow Days here for my liking lately. A couple of weeks ago, the temperature dropped to -44 degrees (celcius) with the windchill! We’ve also had several feet of snow recently, plus some freezing rain to top it all off. Needless to say, we’ve spend a lot of time inside…
Macrame! It’s one of those crafty things that’s been around for ages, but it’s become super trendy again. It’s all about knotting cords together to create beautiful patterns and designs. And the best part? It’s surprisingly easy to learn and incredibly therapeutic. In this post, I’m going to teach you all about some basic knots…
Are you ready to add a touch of elegance and organization to your jewelry collection? Say goodbye to cluttered countertops and lost earrings with this brilliant IKEA hack! With just a few simple supplies and some creativity, you can transform an ordinary IKEA plate into a stylish and functional DIY jewelry storage tray. This will…
Are you ready to give your walls a stunning makeover without breaking the bank? Look no further than peel and stick wallpaper! In this guide, I’ll walk you through my top picks for the best peel and stick wallpaper options available in 2024, sourced from both Wayfair and Amazon. These selections combine affordability with style,…
Want your clothing in your drawers to smell fresh & amazing? Well, I have just the solution for you: DIY drawer sachets with essential oils! And the best part? They require no sewing whatsoever. With just a few simple ingredients and some creativity, you can whip up these cute little sachets that will leave your…
This thrift flip is a quick & easy DIY and a fun addition to your home this summer. Learn how simple it is to make a DIY tiered stand from thrifted wooden bowls and candlesticks with spray paint and glue! When I found a set of wooden bowls and a pair of candlesticks at my…
Do you have a boring, blank wall you need to fill? Look no further than this DIY project that’s both easy and oh-so-pretty. I’m talking about creating a charming DIY wall plant shelf using inexpensive IKEA baskets and a touch of creativity. Not only does this project add visual appeal to any room, but it…