How-To: Glittering Egg Tree
Eggs have long been a cherished symbol for celebrating the renewal and fertility of spring. This year, I used them to create an elaborate seasonal centerpiece for my home- a glittering woodland egg tree.
Holiday Projects
How-To: Cascarones (Confetti Eggs)
Cascarones are one of my very favorite Easter season traditions. Every year, we (kids and adults alike) go nuts, smashing them on each other and shaking confetti everywhere. See how you can make your own cascarones over on Prudent Baby.
Conference Lanyard Bag
If you hit a lot of conferences, you’ll likely end up with loads of bold, graphic nylon lanyards. I love what our friends over at Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories have done with their collection of lanyards. Conference lanyards are often made of nice sturdy woven webbing. They seem like they ought to have plenty of […]
Upcycled T-Shirt Patchwork Dresses
Here’s a cute way to add a little longer life to your kids’ t-shirts from The Sewing Dork. She shares how to add a patchwork skirt from scraps to create a cute upcycled dress for your favorite kiddo.
Recipe: Quiche Lorraine
Quiche is perfect for Easter, Mother’s Day, or other spring celebrations. I especially like how versatile quiche is, because it works well for any meal – breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Serve this with a side salad, such as a strawberry spinach salad, to feature more beautiful spring produce.
Terrariums from Upcycled Light Fixtures
I just love this great tutorial from Design Sponge on how to turn old light fixtures into terrariums (yes, those are still a fad). In any case, these are so much cooler and less expensive than trying to hunt down expensive glass bell or cookie jars now that every antique and thrift shop has caught on to their popularity.
Donate to Quilts for Quake Survivors
You’ve still got time to donate blocks or quilt tops to the Quilts for Quake Survivors project. The gang is gearing up for another big drive, so check out the web site to learn how you can help.