Last summer, I started a new tradition with my children. We raised our very own butterfly “family” from teensy larvae all the way until they were ready to be released into our backyard! This was an activity we all loved, and it was a terrific learning opportunity for all of us.To start, I purchased one…
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Thus far in our Boredom Busters series, we’ve covered some novel ways to keep kiddos entertained by appealing to their appetites with fun edible bingo and to their scientific side with a photo scavenger hunt. Today’s idea will let them show their creative prowess with a craft project that can also be used later for…
Ceiling Medallion Wall Clock Tutorial
I have recently been sprucing up my kitchen decor (more on that to come tomorrow), and in doing so, I knew I wanted to include a large wall clock in the display. One of my current color crazes is metallic copper (something that started with my Faux Hammered Copper project here), and in creating my clock,…
Top Blogs + Favorite Recipes = Making a Difference for Others!
It’s here! It’s here! After literally MONTHS of creating, the “50+ Top Blogs All Time Favorite Recipes” cookbook is HERE!!! You may have seen a sneak peek of this gorgeous recipe book this past month. We hope you have been anxiously awaiting it. 🙂 Now, until the end of August, it’s available for purchase. But…
Pleated Poppy Giveaway!
GIVEAWAY CLOSEDCongratulations to Samara Link, lucky #75!***We’ve (almost!) survived our first full week of school here at Chez Bell, and to celebrate, I think it’s high time for another fabulous giveaway! There are few things I enjoy more about the online creative world than exploring and discovering new mom-owned shops that offer gorgeous wearable creations….
Summer of Service: Saying Thanks (Fillable Thank You’s)
Hello, everyone! I am thrilled to be here today to share a quick project idea for Steph’s Summer of Service series. I have loved all of the ideas shared so far. What a great concept!Teaching children the importance of gratitude is something I feel very strongly is a crucial part of parenting. In the hustle…
A New Series: My Blogging Story
I have recently started receiving an abundance of reader emails asking about my blogging experience.How did I get started?How do I stay motivated?How do I keep up, while also balancing my duties as wife, mother, and CEO of our household?I know starting out blogging can be a daunting, overwhelming prospect. I can recall so vividly…
Pinwheel Placemat Tutorial
Today I’m going to share a quick project with you to punch up your table decor during your next outdoor gathering. These fun pinwheel placemats are a terrific project to complete with fabric scraps you might have lying around! All set to see how these are made? Let’s get started!For this project, you will need…Fusible…
Petite Lemon Giveaway!
Contest ClosedCongratulations to Christy, lucky number 38!***Happy Friday!It’s giveaway time, and it’s another goody!!Are you familiar with Petite Lemon? With products ranging from canvas growth charts, alphabet posters and photo posters to a gorgeous assortment of stationery products, a trip to the Petite Lemon shop is a wealth of veritable eye candy! A snippet about…
Multi-Media Graduation Project from Altered Artworks
Today, Doreen from Altered Artworks is here sharing a meaningful multi-media project to commemorate the graduation of someone special in your life. What a special keepsake! *** Being a student in a small college town has its perks – like riding your bike from your apartment to class, meeting friends downtown for coffee, and stopping at the…