"Dia de los Muertos"...

Today some parts of Latin America celebrate "Dia de los Muertos" or Day of the Death. You can call this festivity the equivalent to Halloween in other parts of the world. The festivity is accompanied by a colorful celebration and characterized by the representation of the skull in various forms. Here are some wonderful images that represent this festivity...

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Photo via Mexican Sugar Skull

Halloween Alternatives to Candy...

I am sure I am not the only one who has heard horror stories about kids getting sick from eating enormous amounts of candy during Halloween. Lately, I have heard some suggestions such as allowing your child to eat only about 20% of the candy they get. Although my child is not old enough yet to decide on her own, I can imagine some of the struggles that parents may have in trying to limit their children's candy intake. As a parent, I have decided to avoid being part of the problem as much as I possibly can, so I have come up with some candy alternative ideas...

Mini Play-Doh containers. Available at your local Target store, among others stores.

Pencils, pens, and erasers such as these available at your local Walgreens. Coupon available in store.

Stickers such as the one above. Available at Target for just $1

Glow Bracelets such as this one from Glow Universe. You can find them at your locals party supply store.

6 Handmade Gift Ideas for Mom...

There is always a especial significance placed onto giving or receiving a handmade gift. Now, if you also add the $$ savings, I think it makes it way worth the time. Since we still have a couple of weeks to mother's day, here are some great tutorials that are worth making; and just as beautiful and way more meaningful than any store bought gift.

Recycled Tea Scarf Tutorial via Shwin & Schwin

Wipe-off Board Tutorial via Make and Takes

Fabric Hanger Tutorial via Corrieberry Pie

Ipad Clutch Tutorial via P.S. I made this

Loose Lollypop Flower Tutorial via Mad Mim

(These make wonderful brooches)

Super Easy Spring Wreath Tutorial via Classicly Amber

Kids Easter Crafts and Decoration Ideas...

Here are some great ideas I have found to keep the little ones busy with Easter activities:

DIY bunny ears by Country Living

Pom pom Easter Chicks via Living on the Crafty Side of Life

Blue Bird Easter Egg via Family Fun

Envelope Bunnies via Martha Stewart

Origami Bunnies via Origami Fun

Easy Easter Decoration Ideas...

I came across these two wonderful and super easy Easter decorations while browsing some fabulous blogs:

1- The first one is this adorable and easy to make Peep Wreath. It can't get more "Eastery" than that. Find this great tutorial here. Tutorial and photos via Tried & True

2- The second one is this colorful Paint Chip Easter Garland. You don't need a lot of materials to make this one, and the paint samples can be easily found at your local hardware store. Click here to see tutorial. Photos and tutorial via Modern Parent Messy Kids

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Wishing you a Happy St. Patrick's Day! Enjoy this adorable & free printables provided by One Charming Party

After Thanksgiving Shopping...

I hope everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving! For many of us shopping the day after Thankgiving has become a tradition, and personally, I can never resist the temptation...
This year I will be at the great and huge Gift & Craft Show in Spanish Fork, UT. It will be at the Spanish Fork Fairgrounds located at 500 S Main St. Take exit 257 off I-15 about 7 miles south of Provo. Show hours are as follows:
Friday November 27 from 10am-8pm
Saturday November 28 from 10-8pm

I hope you can stop by and see all the wonderful crafts from local vendors. Remember to support our community by buying locally, especially this Christmas season. Best wishes!!!

Beautiful printable bird houses, ornaments, and gift tags...

If you love bird houses you will absolutely love these free printable ones I found via Nordstrom. You can print and make your own three dimensional paper birdhouse for a tree ornament, mantel or table decoration. You can also print these really cute gift tags. Just click, print, and follow the directions. Click here to get started...

Mindy Maes Market

I am really excited to be in this show. I will have variety of jewelry and hair accesories. There will also be several other amazing artists with some unique items to get a head start on you holiday shopping... For more information check out their blog here

Pumpkin Carving Templates...

I came across these wonderful pumpkin designs via HGTV. Click here to download these amazing pumpkin-carving templates!