DIY: No Sew Garland

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I love easy peasy craft projects that anyone can do, and that you can change up slightly for multiple uses. Aaliyah of The Sweetest Affair sent in this diy No-Sew Garland that is exactly that. Using a few basic supplies from the craft store you can create a festive hanging garland that is great for… Read More

Valentine’s Day Play Date {Guest Feature}

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Hosting a party on a budget can be tough when you’re including 4 kids, some sweet treats, a crafty activity, and party favors. But that’s exactly what my pal Carolyn of Carolyn Horten Events did when she designed this Valentine’s day play date for less than $100. This was for a design challenge hosted by… Read More

Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating Party {Guest Feature}

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Here’s a great idea for celebrating Valentine’s Day with the kids – a cookie decorating party like this one from Katie of Petite Social. Katie designed this party with rustic elements and a color scheme of red, blush, and brown & tan. She set up a simple but stylish sweets table, with some darling Valentine’s… Read More

DIY: Chocolate Garnish

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When it comes to celebrating special occasions it’s all about the details….edible details that is! Today’s DIY project is just right for Valentine’s Day or Bridal Showers and Engagement parties. Actually depending on what shapes you make it can be used for multiple themes. I created some cute and tasty chocolate garnishes that can be… Read More

Turn A Cigar Box Into A Gift Box

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I think today’s diy project is super cute and a great recycling idea at the same time. Found on Design Sponge, this project turns wooden cigar boxes into pretty {or “handsome”} gift boxes perfect for Valentine’s Day or Male birthdays. You can usually find these wooden boxes at cigar shops for about $2 a piece… Read More

A "Love"ly Picnic {Guest Feature}

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What a view!  Can you imagine having a lovely engagement picnic or anniversary picnic here?  Jacin of Lovely Little Details designed this Valentine’s shoot for Brenda’s Wedding Blog, but I think the ideas here can be re-created for any celebration of love. The quilt used as tablecloth, the adorable place mats, the paper doilies used in… Read More

"Sweet-Heart" Valentine’s Day Cocktail

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Nothing like a color coordinated drink to help you celebrate Valentine’s Day!  Whether you’re sipping it with your love or celebrating “singlehood” with your girlfriends, this yummy “Sweet-Heart” cocktail will hit the spot.  A little bit sweet, a little bit tart…the perfect signature drink for the night! The Sweet-Heart {created by Chris Nease} 1/2 oz… Read More

Valentine’s Gift Wrap & Paper Flower DIY

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After working with Paula from Frog Prince Paperie, on the Queen of Heart Valentine’s shoot, I had several printed papers left over from the collection.  I decided I’d create something fun with them using 2 different patterns and a few other crafty embelishments.  The printable papers make a great gift wrap for small (sparkly?) gifts… Read More

Valentine’s Day Salad

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  by contributor Lisa Thiele   The countdown to Valentines Day continues. First, it was heart shaped marshmallows and now, heart shaped beets. Oh the possibilities are endless with cookie cutters. If you’re staying in this Valentines Day, this is great salad recipe that’s nice and light plus the red (heart shaped) beets add a… Read More

Little Girl Damask Birthday Inspiration Shoot {Guest Feature}

These photos are from various photographers attending an I Heart Faces photography workshop.  Amy of Living Locurto (and I Heart Faces) blogs designed the printables for this, as well as the pinwheel craft and tabletop styling.  I wanted to share it with you now because I think it has some beautiful ideas for decor and… Read More