Howdy and welcome to A Crafty Soiree. I'm so glad you're here! So here's the deal… I am closing in an 1000 GFC followers and I'm really excited about it! If you and I aren't "officially" pals yet and feel up to following this blog + leaving me a comment, and I'd be happy to follow you. Once I get to 1000 I'll going to throw a party and do a fantastic giveaway! I have a really BIG sweet tooth so this week I am featuring sweet projects by you sweet readers: I know I'm a little slow to catch… Read More
I Can Fly! Birdhouse Project
Do you have a favorite children's book? Or maybe an armful? Me too! Next week is Children's Book Week and I'll be giving away a GORGEOUS and AMAZING book by Samantha Vamos called: The Calenzuela That the Farm Maiden Stirred. Wait till you see it! In the meantime, the notion of Children's Book Week prompted me to make a project inspired by one of my most treasured children's books: "I Can Fly" by Ruth Knauss, illustrated by Mary Blair. Mary Blair was an amazing artist and one of the great creative geniuses behind Disney's charming "It's a Small World" ride. Supplies:… Read More
Malia Binder Sleeve Giveaway!
I want to introduce you to my pal Katie Orse. This uber-talented seamstress/scrapper/crafter… and Mom to (4!) makes the most fantastic things. Her products are lovely, special and (especially important for us gals) useful! Check out one of her newest designs– this gorgeous binder sleeve: It's so happy and colorful. I am flattered that she named it "The Malia!" Katie even added a handy pen pocket! And a simple fabric ruffled flower and gem. Guess what? Katie is giving one away via Shealynn Benner's Blog (aka Shey B). Visit her blog to enter! And for more of Katie's fantastic designs, visit… Read More
Simple Homemade Playdough
Hello! Did you have a wonderful holiday weekend? We did. We went to a festive morning get-together at our neighbors, then spent the afternoon at my Aunt's farm where she has horses and baby chicks… it makes me want to have my own little chicken coop here. Not sure I can talk the husband into that one. J ANYWAY… here's my absolute favorite homemade playdough recipe. It is super simple! Bonus: The kids can help too and since it's fairly fast to make, there are no long attention spans required. You Need: 3 cups of boiling water, 2 cups salt,… Read More
Pretty Peeps Treats
Hey Peeps! Here's a simple Peeps/Rice Krispies treat you can pull together in no time for Easter tomorrow: You Need: 5 cups of Rice Krispies, 3 tablespoons of butter, about 3 packages of Peeps, 1/2 cup small jellybeans, baking or muffin cups. Recipe makes a dozen treats. Step 1: Remove the heads/tails of 12 peeps (this felt very uncomfortable to me for some reason!) Use the "bodies" and other Peeps to measure about 4 cups Melt the 3 tablespoons of butter, adding the the 4 cups of Peeps. Stir, stir, stir Prepare your baking/muffin cups (when I… Read More
Delightful Easter Egg Wraps
Happy Easter Friends! We've already celebrated a spectacular Passover earlier this week (thank you so much Wendy!) and now we are gearing up for Easter. In case you need a little last minute project for your eggs… The oh-so-talented Vanessa Valencia from A Fanciful Twist has created the sweetest little egg wraps: Aren't they adorable? Close-ups you say? Happy to oblige! Vanessa has named these three friends Lotti… Humphrey… and Tilly! And here they are with their pals dressing up some pretty easter eggs. Visit A Fanciful Twist for a free PDF to print these sweeties. Thank you Vanessa! Happy… Read More
Earth Day Ideas: Upcycling Mint Tins
Hello and Happy Earth Day! In honor of Earth Day, Here are some *small* ideas of creative upcycling with mint tins: Boo Boo Box by Kelly from Running with Glitter via Free Pretty Things for You The "info" card is a printable from Free Pretty Things for You— what a fantastic idea! Eek– Cutness alert! From tins to mini tool boxes from Brenda Ponnay via Alpha Mom Changeable Carryall Tins via Family Fun Magazine. Perfect for lunch money, notes or other small items. Genius! A place to plant small succulents via Gomi Style A gorgeous business card holder by Creative… Read More
Crafty Soiree #34… Enjoying the spring!
Hello and Welcome to a Happy Soiree! We finally have some sun here in Seattle and I am so enjoying the Spring… and these "spring-y" projects: You had me at "Vintage"… I'm quite enamored of this Vintage Style Flower Garland by House Revivals And this oh-so-joyful printable from Landee See Landee Do And how fun this would be to have on your shoulder? Loving this happy ruffled purse from the VERY talented Atelier Caroline <a href="https://www.yesterdayontuesday.typepad.com/" _mce_href="https://www.yesterdayontuesday.typepad.com/" target="_blank"><img width="150" border="0" alt="A Crafty Soiree" src="https://i679.photobucket.com/albums/vv157/KTnestingspot/Blog%20Buttons/FeaturedOnBlueButtoncopy.jpg" _mce_src="https://i679.photobucket.com/albums/vv157/KTnestingspot/Blog%20Buttons/FeaturedOnBlueButtoncopy.jpg" /></a> Thanks to everyone who shared their projects last week! Now I'd love to see… Read More
Let’s go fly a kite!
April is National Kite Month! I did a little "window" shopping to see what sort of kite cuteness is out there: A Sweet Kite Onsie Clean lines make this Kite Art Print a Stunner A Linen Kite Pillow Cover K is for Kite, Kangaroo and Key Vintage Flashcard An ipod Case in Happy Kite Fabric Darling Cupcake Toppers Cheery Embroidery Hoop Art All images linked to their source
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