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Enjoy more of the simple fun in life with the people who matter the most. Tap into your store of creativity as well! Listen and continually
expose yourself to new ways of doing things. Watch for ideas
that transform ordinary items or tools into something else. Try a new
approach to an old task. You’ll surprise your family, your friends, and
yourself!

Holidays provide the perfect excuse to step out of the everyday hustle and bustle and create some enjoyment for yourself and your family and friends. Decorate for those special times with Dian’s simple DIY holiday crafts.

Egg-citing Bread Clay Critters: Fun & Creative DIY for Kids

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:09:25+00:00April 22nd, 2025|Crafts, Kids|

All kids that I have ever met love to make things. Here is a project they can get absorbed in and will use their creativity in the process. Bread Clay Egg Critters are simple and inexpensive to make. Why Wooden Eggs? Wooden eggs are best [...]

DIY Pumpkin Village: A Spooky Halloween Decoration for All Ages

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:09:25+00:00April 22nd, 2025|Crafts, Halloween|

One of my favorite Halloween ideas came to me while I was carving a pumpkin. If you're like me, you've seen every face in the book and are pretty sick of carving the same old jack-o-lantern. I came up with the pumpkin village to remedy [...]

Delight Your Valentine with a Yummy Bouquet

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:09:25+00:00April 22nd, 2025|Crafts, Holiday Fun, Valentines Day|

With Valentine's coming up, you may want to try this cookie valentine bouquet. It is sure to please that special person you share it with. Valentine's Day presents the perfect opportunity for lighthearted expressions of love or friendship. Whether the object of your affection is [...]

DIY Birdhouses and Feeders to Welcome Spring

Dian Thomas2025-01-25T02:50:52+00:00March 25th, 2025|Backyard, Crafts, Gardening|

Welcome Spring with DIY Birdhouses and Feeders I am really ready for spring, especially after a cold Easter weekend. One of my favorite parts of spring is when the birds come back. A great way to roll out the welcome mat for them is to [...]

How to Make an Apple Doll: A Timeless Craft for Grandchildren

Dian Thomas2025-01-25T04:06:00+00:00March 24th, 2025|Crafts, Family Fun, Kids|

This doll takes a while to make but is a real treasure dressed in an old-fashioned outfit. Materials Needed 1 large Rome Beauty apple Apple peeler (optional) 1 coat hanger Wire cutters Pliers 1 quart pre-treating solution (optional - see below) Knife [...]

Fun and Easy Halloween Craft Ideas for Your Family or Party
Fun and Easy Halloween Craft Ideas for Your Family or Party

Fun and Easy Halloween Craft Ideas for Your Family or Party

Dian Thomas2025-01-28T03:05:38+00:00January 28th, 2025|Crafts, Family Fun, Halloween|

With Halloween just a few days away, here are some fun and easy ideas to make for your family or for a special party. You will enjoy making them and delight your guests. Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Ingredients and Materials 2 cups of pumpkin seeds 1 [...]

Creative Letter Ideas for Scrapbook Keepsakes

Dian Thomas2025-01-25T04:06:01+00:00January 23rd, 2025|Crafts, Family Fun, Kids|

Scrapbooking in the past 10 years has become the hot new craft. Kid, moms, dad and grandparents are taking their treasured memories and making them into works of art that will last forever. Now you can write a letter to friends or family that they [...]

Transform Your Backyard into a Hub of Fun
Transform Your Backyard into a Hub of Fun

Transform Your Backyard into a Hub of Fun

Dian Thomas2025-01-17T23:13:33+00:00January 16th, 2025|Backyard, Crafts, Family Fun|

Make Memories in Your Backyard I remember spending hours as a child in our Monticello back yard with my family. One spring we built a pen for a new baby lamb and spent months bottle-feeding it. I also remember saving every penny I could get [...]

Creative and Meaningful DIY Gift Ideas for Cherished Memories
Creative and Meaningful DIY Gift Ideas for Cherished Memories

Creative and Meaningful DIY Gift Ideas for Cherished Memories

Dian Thomas2025-01-16T16:03:20+00:00January 16th, 2025|Crafts, Delicious Food, Dian's Journey, Family Fun|

Creative and Meaningful DIY Gift Ideas for Cherished Memories I can remember when I was young we did not have a lot of money. I am not sure that we realized that as we drew names and each one of us had the responsibility to [...]

Easter Basket with Real Grass and Spoon Bunnies: A Fun DIY Craft for Kids
Easter Basket with Real Grass and Spoon Bunnies: A Fun DIY Craft for Kids

Easter Basket with Real Grass and Spoon Bunnies: A Fun DIY Craft for Kids

Dian Thomas2025-01-16T16:01:54+00:00January 16th, 2025|Crafts, Easter, Family Fun, Kids|

I have so many friends that have small grandchildren and children I wanted to share my favorite Easter project with them. I know things that you do with the children are special to them and create special memories that you can enjoy for years to [...]

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