We all recycle in our own ways. Some have bins to separate cans, plastic, and paper. Others take something old and turn into something new. It’s the new wave of recycling called up-cycling. Within the pages of “Kitschy Crafts” you can find something to do with those old wine bottles.
We’ve all been to quaint Italian restaurants with the wine bottle candle holders. Now you can learn how-to make your own eclectic candle holder to dress up your next spaghetti dinner.
We’ve all seen those juice pouch purses that have been crafted carefully from empty Capri Sun pouches. And we have all secretly wanted to have one. Maybe even stashing empty pouches in our pantry? And now thanks to this tutorial from “Kitschy Crafts” you can make one at home.
Now the only thing left to do is grab your sewing machine and sew yourself one or two.
When I am hosting a birthday party I am always searching for that perfect “take home” item for the guests. Gift bags are fine but not as fun or original as some ideas. Thankfully “Handmade Giftwrap, Bows, Cards & Tags” has inspired me for my next party.
This paint can works as the perfect goodie bag for your next birthday party. And isn’t the painbrush tag the most original tag ever?
We all entertain in different forms. Some may host small groups of friends, dinner parties, or maybe the occasional shower. That is part of the reason I love “The Handcrafted Wedding”. It brings us so many ideas that can be used outside of a wedding.
These ideas for napkin rings are simple, elegant, and pefect for your next party. You can customize your napkin rings with artwork on cardstock, ribbon, buttons, and herbs. Your guests will appreciate the simple touches you put into your table setting.
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I am constantly looking for new ways to decorate my table. While I like to keep the food as the main focal point I do like to have something pretty adorning my table. I think that candles are one of the most simple and elegant ways to “dress up” your table. Inside the pages of “The French-Inspired Home” lives a fabulous idea for hand rolled candles.
The texture and the color of the beeswax candles are the perfect way to add a little something extra to your tabletop decor. And nothing can instantly transform your meal into subtle elegance like candlelight.
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There are so many easy ways to dress up a table quickly and inexpensively. Pretty napkin rings can add a little color and style to an otherwise boring table. They can also add a touch of class to paper napkins. This napkin ring tutorial from “Embellish Your Home” is fun and easy to follow.
Isn’t the finished product lovely?
I am excited to make this for my next dinner party. How about you?
With Spring in the air and Summer fast approaching it is time to pack up the Winter centerpieces and create something bright and fresh for your table. This twig and parasol bouquet tutorial from “Embellish Your Home” is the perfect decor for your next dinner party.
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Wouldn’t that make a perfect addition to your kitchen, dining, or buffet table?
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