I don’t know about you, but I often end up with bits and pieces of party supplies leftover. I hate to throw away the extra paper straws, decorations or treat bags. Other than just making an ordinary day special, I try to look for other ways to use these items. Hence the “strawburst” garland. (A [...]
Pin ItDo you ever get to party time and realize that you just need a little something more? That is where I was for my daughter’s “Perfect in Paris” birthday party a couple of weeks ago–and yes, the full post on the festivities is forthcoming. I took a quick a look at the supplies I’d already [...]
Pin ItWhen I said I was pulling a Cinco de Mayo celebration together last minute, I meant it. And for me, last minute doesn’t mean $$$. Yesterday, I put together a wreath. Today is a garland. An easy and fast garland. Just as yesterday, there is no need for a tutorial because this project is so simple. Here [...]
Pin ItDeliver cookies to the neighbors without worrying about getting the plate back. Send desserts or other leftovers home with dinner guests. Come home from a potluck without a messy serving dish. Even better yet, these plates are perfect for a cookie exchange. They don’t have to be used just “to go”; gussy up some plates for your next shin [...]
Pin ItAren’t these the sweetest little ideas for baker’s twine? Paperclip heart earrings….make them yourself with the tutorial or buy them from Pitter & Glink’s shop. Idea expanded to…. paperclip heart garland…tutorial on and idea from Elsa Bags. Twine Heart…Chavez Designs (see more ideas on the blog). Twine “LOVE”…Burlap and Blue…simple, but makes a statement. Whipperberry [...]
Pin ItPerfect Valentine’s Day products at Lemon Drop Shop and AlwaysVery. Order them now before it’s too late. paper straws // baker’s twine // chevron note cards // cupcake liners chevron treat bags // baker’s twine // mini gable boxes paper straws fabric rosette pins, clips, headbands, bobby pins, name badge holders… chunky knit cowl chunky knit [...]
Pin ItIsn’t this the cutest?!? And it looks so fun and simple. A little twine, a little ribbon, a few straws…viola! Thanks to LivingLocurto for sharing the idea! Click here to pop over to the website for the DIY instructions. P.S. Twine and Straws are available in the shop!
“Cocoa to Go!” We did this as a parting gift at H’s birthday party. There was a pot of hot chocolate left on the stove after the party, such a shame to see it go to waste as it was sooooooo tasty, so the kids took some “cocoa to go” to a sick neighbor who couldn’t come to the [...]
Ok, isn’t this just the cutest little thing?!?! It seems so appropriate for Christmas as the poms make great gift toppers, garlands, ornaments, etc… Here’s a quick tutorial… start with baker’s twine and a fork (be sure the tines are far enough apart to get a piece of twine through them) wrap the twine around all the [...]
