Who knew there were so many uses for an egg carton? Visit The Crafty Crow for a roundup of clever uses for egg cartons, such as this flower wreath from FreeKidsCrafts.com, egg carton doll house furniture from Mom Zone, and this bouquet from our sister site, CraftBits. In honor of Earth Day, The Crafty Crow … Read More ...
Earth Day Recipe Roundup
Every year, Earth Day comes around as a reminder of the beauty of our planet and the importance of taking care of it. It’s a time to reflect on the environment, think about sustainability, and find new ways to be eco-friendly. One of the best ways to celebrate this special day is by getting creative in the kitchen with recipes … Read More ...
Cookie Book Giveaway from Sweetopia!
Need I rave about Sweetopia AGAIN? Yes. I’m afraid I must. A cookie decorator after my own heart, see her super-lovely-cookie barnyard But wait. There’s more. A “Can you find the differences between these two photographs?” contest. As a gal who religiously completes her sudokus and crosswords daily, this is my kind of giveaway. CLICK HERE to go to Sweetopia … Read More ...
Tin Can Herbs
Learn how to make herb pots from tin cans at Kaboose. These are intended for kids, but I find some of the best grown-up-friendly crafts at kid-friendly-sites. Find the how-tos here.… Read More ...
Eye Candy: Food Architecture
If you have graphic design skills, I recommend a visit to Worth 1000. They offer tutorials, forums, galleries and contests for Photoshop, photography and more. Sigh. ‘Tis my dream to own (and learn) Photoshop. Their “Edible Architecture” contest is what struck me. I recommend scrolling through the amazing entries. The rules: take any building or structure and swap all … Read More ...
Cake Bon Bons
Visit the blog “Rara Bakes” for how-tos for creating these easy, cake bon bons. Oh how lovely to be able to sit on the couch popping these all day. Find the instructions here.… Read More ...
Craft a Radish Wreath
Learn how to make a radish wreath at the kitchn. Find the post at the kitchn HERE and find the how-tos at Sunset HERE.… Read More ...
Sweet Inspiration
I posted all the way back in October about the inspiring gallery of Amy Atlas’s wonderous dessert tables. (See that post here.) I have another one for you: Rebecca Thuss. The Martha Stewart Living veteran, creative director, photo stylist, wedding designer and crafter has a portfolio filled with gorgeous inspiration. See a collection of her beautifully photographed sweets … Read More ...
Cake Contest!
Go to parents.com to enter their “Birthday Cake Photo Contest!” contest and win a $500 Kmart gift card. Email a photo of your best cake or cupcake before June 7th. Find all the details HERE.… Read More ...
Bake Sale Goodies…for the Greater Good
Visit Parents.com for a slideshow of 22 bake sale sweets to make. Parents.com has joined with “Share Our Strength for the Great American Bake Sale” to encourage readers to host their own bake sale to end childhood hunger. Find the slideshow of yummy treats HERE, and find information on hosting your own bake sale to donate proceeds … Read More ...
How to Can Fruit
As seen on Craftzine.com (find the craftzine post here)… learn how to can fruit from Instructables. See the how-tos HERE.… Read More ...
Birthday Cake Ideas
First the wedding cake slideshow, now a more universally celebrated event: the birthday. See Martha‘s collection of 30 birthday cakes here. Some of my faves: the lollipop garden cake (shown above), this spikey meringue cake,the no-bake cereal cake, and the classic devil’s food. And in case you missed it the first time I posted…be sure … Read More ...
Sombrero Cookies for Cinco de Mayo
Visit Family Fun for Cinco de Mayo ideas, including these easy sombrero cookies. Find the how-tos here.… Read More ...
Favors Favors Favors
Maybe because I was a cookie decorator for so long creating any object you can imagine on a cookie for every event you can imagine, but favors are always the first thing I plan when hosting a party. If you have even a remotely similar favor fascination, I suggest a visit to the shop, Favor Affair. A sampling: these mini … Read More ...
Butterflies and Mojitos…A Beautiful Combination
These mojito butterfly cookies from The Cooking Photographer are just so lovely. And what a perfect combination! Find the recipe here.… Read More ...