DIY Ice Bottle Cooler

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This icey bottle cooler as seen on my Holiday Bar Design, is a stylish way to present vodka or white wine on the bar while keeping it cold at the same time.  It’s a simple project but you need to give yourself a couple of days to freeze the layers.  This works well for vodka because it… Read More

DIY Greeting Card Frame

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Here’s an easy project you can put together to show off some of those cute greeting cards you’re receiving.  You can create a frame holder with just a few items you may already have around the house. Simply use an empty frame that is large enough to hold several cards, ribbon to attach the cards… Read More

Candy Cone Christmas Tree

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Do you have one of these tabletop trees?  They are just darling and I love how this one from Country Living is trimmed with candy-cone treats – the perfect decorative element for a children’s decorating party!  It’s easy to put together with just a few items: Using ready-made ice-cream cones, CAREFULLY drill 2 side holes with a… Read More

IKEA Vase Christmas "Trees"

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I’m finding all kinds of great uses for these infamous IKEA vases.  I used them to hold bar mixers on the Cocktails & Cheers design here and here, and now I’m using them to create little Christmas “trees”.  The shape is perfect for this and all you need are some adhesive gems, ribbon, and mini ornaments for… Read More

Glass Vase Snowman

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Isn’t this little guy cute! I made him in a jiffy with just a few simple items: faux snow flakes, 2 mini fish bowl vases, felt fabric, adhesive gems, googly eyes. Simply fill each vase with the snow flakes and stack one on top of the other. Cut a small triangle from orange felt, for… Read More

Guest Blogger – DIY Paper Baubles By Bird Crafts

Tutorial DIY Paper Baubles by Bird Crafts Parties

When I began blogging, I never thought I’d make friends around the globe!  Bird of Bird’s Party is one of those party girls I wish I could meet in person.  I just know we’d have such fun together!  Unfortunately for me she is thousands of miles away, in France… So I’ll settle for her gorgeous printables, inspiring party designs, and… Read More

DIY Gift Box & Candy Recipe

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I like DIY projects that are easy, and don’t involve too many tools or time.  This adorable gift box fits the bill nicely using one half of a flat gift box, some card stock, scissors and tape (bone folder optional).  Here are the steps: To create the sleeve, wrap an 8-by-14-inch strip of card stock around your… Read More

How’s It Hangin’?

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To finish up our week of Autumn Entertaining inspiration, I wanted to share some unique and unexpected hanging decor that you can DIY, and use either inside or out.  I think the projects below are pretty self explanatory, using twine, a branch from the yard(or grapevine wreath), and various items to tie on: leaves, large nuts,… Read More

Cupcake Balloon Or Balloon Cupcake?

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I had to share this adorable idea that would complement this incredible dessert table I featured recently.  An easy “hot air balloon” cupcake display using some paper wraps, ribbon, helium filled balloon, and decorative embellishments.  This sweet idea comes from Little Lovely (via Hip Hip Hooray).  This would make a fun centerpiece for the dining tables, or a… Read More

Trend Alert: Hanging Rags, Swags, And Lace

  You know how much hanging banners and buntings can add to a party.  Now they are easier than ever to make!  You can create your own unique hanging decor for backdrops, or overhead swags and “chandeliers,” using long strips of fabric, ribbon, and lace.   Depending on the colors and materials you use, you can create a vintage… Read More