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Crafts Family Fun Fourth of July Holiday Summer

Fabric Sparklers Craft

June 30, 2016

I love celebrating the 4th of July with my family on Cape Cod. I have fond memories as a little girl playing with sparklers. In fact, we looked forward to them each year. Unfortunately, fireworks, and yes-sadly sparklers, are illegal in the state of Massachusetts. This year I thought that it would be fun to…

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Crafts Gardening Projects

Succulent Tea Party Tablescape

June 10, 2016

I’ve been on the road for the past 2 weeks. I’ve been traveling non-stop but have had such a blast meeting so many of you in person at both the Beekman Boy’s Summer Garden Party and the Country Living Magazine Fair in Rhinebeck, NY. While I was at the Country Living Magazine Fair, I did…

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Crafts Wedding

Tissue Paper Peonies

May 24, 2016

I adore peonies. I have loved them since I was a little girl. There is something magical about their fragrant, deep intoxicating blooms and the way that they announce the beginning of summer here in the Northeast. It’s been unseasonable cool here. Spring is taking forever to warm up. We have had a few teasers…

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Crafts Family Fun Findings Gardening Projects Seasons Spring

DIY: Copper Clay Garden Markers

May 8, 2016

One of our favorite things to do at home on a rainy day is make creations with bakeable clay. It’s great fun for the family. In fact, it’s fun for folks of all ages. The clay comes in every color imaginable and it is so much fun being able to permanently capture the kids’ creations.…

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Crafts Family Fun Holiday Spring Wedding

DIY: Coffee Filter Wreath

April 7, 2016

I admit that I tend to keep things. I typically save things that I might just find a use for later on. This has been especially true since I started creating for HGTV five years ago. It’s hard to believe that it has been that long, until I look at bins of “saved” things that somehow…

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Crafts Family Fun Findings Gardening Plants Projects Seasons Spring

Springtime Miniature Garden

March 31, 2016

I love gardening in miniature and with spring in the air I could not help myself. My daughter and I decided to create a miniature garden that we would both love to spend time in. With a cottage garden as inspiration, the entire miniature garden came together in under an hour’s time. We had so…

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Crafts Easter Family Fun

Dye Eggs Naturally

March 18, 2016

Every year the kids and I decorate eggs for Easter. Some years, we use the traditional dyeing kits. They’re always great fun and I love the way my kids wriggle up their noses at the colorful dishes filled with white vinegar. In years past, we have also tried our hand at using sharpies, decorating with…

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Chickens Crafts Family Fun Wedding

DIY Gold Feathers

March 15, 2016

Ever since I was a little girl, I have been fascinated with the beauty of feathers. Often a rare find from walks in the woods, I always considered finding them good luck and a gift from the world of feathered friends. Over the years, I have collected hawk feathers, turkey feathers, backyard bird feathers…

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Crafts Gardening Plants

Golden Statue Floral Centerpiece

February 26, 2016

Every year I look forward to watching the Academy Awards each February. I love the whole thing, from the pre-show to see what everyone is wearing to the actual award ceremony. I adore this glimpse into Hollywood. It reminds me of the days when I went to UCLA and every year my best friend was…

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Crafts Family Fun Seasons Valentine's Day Wedding

DIY: Paper Wall Flower

February 18, 2016

I love creating and I am super excited with you all to share that in addition to seeing me on HGTV and HGTV Gardens, I will now be a regular contributor to DIY Network’s Made + Remade! My first post that I did for them is how to create this gorgeous paper flower! I know.…

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Fabric Sparklers Craft

Succulent Tea Party Tablescape

Tissue Paper Peonies

DIY: Copper Clay Garden Markers

DIY: Coffee Filter Wreath

Springtime Miniature Garden

Dye Eggs Naturally

DIY Gold Feathers

Golden Statue Floral Centerpiece

DIY: Paper Wall Flower

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