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DIY

• Make a Deck of Cards Love Book for Your Valentine

  by Hollie on Wednesday, February 10th, 2010  |  2 comments

  
  Need a clever and inexpensive way to tell someone how much you love them? Make a romantic book of “52 things I love about you” out of a deck of cards and some binder rings. Cute idea by Kelly at Trans-craftinental, and ... [read more]

  Tags: Hollie, DIY, Valentine's crafts, Valentine's Day, Valentine's gifts
  

• Cool Find: Made By Joel Blog

  by Hollie on Tuesday, February 9th, 2010  |  1 comment

  
  I just discovered this blog the other day and absolutely LOVE it. It's by a dad/artist and the things he makes for his kids. The pictures are adorable and I think it's inspiring to see a dad spend time creating these fun little toys/crafts for his kids. Check out his blog here.... [read more]

  Tags: Hollie, cool find, dad, DIY, kids
  

• Transformation: Homemade Play Kitchen

  by Hollie on Wednesday, January 27th, 2010  |  8 comments

  
  For her second birthday, Milla's awesome grandparents repurposed an old TV entertainment center to make her this amazing play kitchen! It all started with this TV unit that they got for $30! Click ... [read more]

  Tags: Hollie, DIY, kids, play time
  

• DIY Paper Wreaths

  by Hollie on Tuesday, November 24th, 2009  |  No Comments

  Today, I fell in love with these Paper Wreath Tutorials! They are absolutely gorgeous and inexpensive to make! I can't believe this one below is made solely out of pages from a book. Have your kids join in on the crafting. Thank you, Paper Crave, for posting!... [read more]

  Tags: Hollie, decorations, DIY, Holiday decorations, holidays
  

• DIY Holiday Gift Idea

  by Hollie on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009  |  5 comments

  Save money this holiday by making these cute little s'mores kits as gifts for friends and family! You can get clear plastic gift boxes at The Container Store.

  Tags: Hollie, DIY, Free Gift Ideas, gifts, holidays, save money