The holiday season is all about spreading love, joy, and cozy vibes, and what better way to do that than with a handmade gift that fills the home with the warm scents of Christmas? DIY stove top Christmas potpourri is the perfect gift! Not only does it make for a thoughtful present, but it’s also…
It won’t be long before we are into the advent season. Do you have plans? If not, I’ve made a printable nativity advent calendar that you can put together and use for the upcoming season. Do you remember those old paper advent calendars with the little doors that you open for each day? We had…
Learn how to make beeswax wraps for your kitchen. They are cost-effective, eco-friendly, and great at preserving and storing food. They can be used in place of plastic wrap and sandwich bags. And the best part is, they are washable and reusable. Since this is the first year with our honey bees, we have really…
Today’s tutorial: DIY beeswax candles. The soft glow of a candle while I get breakfast going is an indulgence I enjoy, but don’t often do. Candles are notorious for giving me headaches and are known to put out harmful carcinogens. However, we’ve recently learned that beeswax candles are not only safe for use, but actually…
A gallon jar bursting with sprigs of cut flowers from the garden is the quintessential essence of summer for me. I love the way they add color to a room and bring a piece of the outdoors inside. With that being said, let me share a few of my go-to simple bouquet ideas using the…
Let’s make a fresh lavender wreath. I’ve got a basket full of purple Hidcote Lavender that I just harvested from the garden and now it’s time to put it to use. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner looking to try your hand at wreath-making, this easy DIY will take you through the steps…
Looking for creative ways to use fresh lavender from your garden? Whether you are looking for culinary uses or for crafting, let’s explore the possibilities together. This year, I’ve got thirteen lavender plants in my garden. The purple fragrant buds are ready to harvest and I am looking forward to using each part of this…
Garden cloches are can be very helpful for protecting plants from unwanted pests, however they can also get pricey, especially if you have a large garden. In this post, I’m going to show you how to craft your own chicken wire cloche using a flower pot as a template. I made a few of these…
Get ready for spring and summer with these six, easy dandelion crafts! These dandelion craft ideas can be used for early learning, forest school, unit add-ons, or simply just for fun. The best part is, each of these dandelion crafts are super-easy for kids to do. Not to mention, the supplies for these crafts are…
Hot chocolate spoons are so fun and easy to make. Perfect for snowy, cold weather and a little pizazz your kids will love in their next mug of steaming cocoa! What Are Hot Chocolate Spoons? Hot chocolate spoons are spoons covered in chocolaty goodness that is stirred into a mug of hot milk to create…