Holiday Gift Guide for Photographers

Everyone on our Christmas shopping list has something they enjoy to do as a hobby or a profession. Sometimes, since we don't have the same interests, those people seem difficult to buy for. This year we're listing 10 of the most PERFECT gifts for the photographers in your life. Whether they are a professional or a hobbiest, you're bound to find something below that they will LOVE! /1/ Mom's Gonna Snap Tee - If she's a mom, and a photographer, this tee is the perfect gift! {Who doesn't love a witty gift?!} /2/ SHUTTER|Bag Camera Bag - Every girl dreams of carrying a camera bag that looks NOTHING like a camera bag. This stylish camera bag can carry her camera, lenses, accessories and a handful of her personal items, too! /3/ Personalized Leather Camera Strap - The camera strap that … [Read more...]

22 DIY Gift Ideas for Kids

I like giving friends and family gifts that aren't store-bought, but I especially love giving my KIDS something handmade. To me, it's so cool to have a one-of-a-kind gift that was made with love. Here are more than twenty DIY gift ideas that would be perfect for your little ones. Whether you need a birthday gift, Christmas gift, or just because, there are tons of great ideas here for you. Mini Coloring Tote  by LBG Studio - My kids love to color and this tote would let them take it on-the-go for those times a quiet distraction is necessary. Play Dough by Untrained Housewife - What more is there to say - play dough and kids go together like milk and cookies! Super Hero' Fort Kit by Megan + Andy - Every super hero needs a good hide out. Make an "everything you need" secret fort kit … [Read more...]

11 Festive Holiday Home Decor Ideas

There's something so very fun about seeing the different ways that each home is decorated for the Holidays. From traditional decor to bright and colorful, everyone has their own way of expressing their personal Christmas Style. Even though you've been decorating your home for years and know what you like, I bet there's still a corner undecorated that could use a bit of festive cheer. Here are a few ideas that you're sure to love! /1/ Traditional Christmas Mantel - The grouping on this mantel perfectly combines things old and new. From the cross-stitched Joy to the World to the stockings made from modern fabrics, there's something for all generations to like. /2/ Staircase Entry Decoration -  This beautiful Holiday home decor makes me wish I had a stair case. Each step illuminated with … [Read more...]

Holiday Wreaths that Dazzle

'Tis the season to dress your front door up with a fancy, new Holiday wreath. The big box stores all seem to have very similar wreaths for sale. They are either green or red or a combination of the two colors. What if your decor isn't just green and red? What if you aren't able to find a wreath in stores that expresses your personal decorating style? The perfect solution is to make your own! Today I have a handful of tutorials on Holiday wreaths that can let your guests see just how fun and quirky, rustic and woodsy or somewhere in between you are. /1/ Pom Pom Wreath - Did you make pom-pom's when you were a kid? Remember, you wrapped and wrapped yarn around a piece of cardboard, tied it off and then cut it to reveal a fluffy, yarn pom-pom. Now, you can buy pom-pom making kits in craft … [Read more...]

13 Birch Bark Crafts

I love how birch bark is making a comeback as a crafting material. It's beautiful, brings in a pretty touch of nature, but has an elegant rustic look that is really gorgeous. Just in time for the holiday season we've gathered more than a dozen of our favorite birch bark crafts and home decor DIYs. Handmade Basket by Damask Love - I love this birch bark covered basket. Perfect for dressing up a gift basket or hostess gift basket. Natural Garland by Dream A Little Bigger - I ADORE this Christmas garland. What a gorgeous way to transform your tree into a country Christmas. Napkin Rings by Twig and Toad Stool - Nature-inspired napkin rings for a pretty, homemade table setting. Candle Décor by Sand and Sisal - Birch bark covered candles will dress up plain, inexpensive … [Read more...]

Easy Christmas Ornaments to Create with Your Kids

Each year, about this time, I get antsy to make Christmas ornaments with my kids. Crafts are an excellent excuse to sit and spend quality time with our kids or learn more about what's going on in their little heads. When finished, hang your new ornament on the tree and then sit back and admire your craft together. Today I've gathered a bunch of easy and FUN DIY Christmas ornaments you can make with your kids. Let's get started! /1/ Family Ornaments - Your kids will have so much fun decorating a family of angels from photos of YOUR family! /2/ Bottle Cap Reindeer Ornaments - A Christmastime tradition that has been long standing in my family is buying a 6-pack of Santa Coca-Cola bottles and enjoying them together. I love this bottle cap ornament idea to recycle to caps from our Santa … [Read more...]