Arts and Crafts Blogger Roundup
March 12, 2010 by
Filed under Handmade and Crafts, Home
I have a new feature I’m starting here at The Home and Garden Cafe! Every weekend I’ll have a roundup of fun artsy projects and information for your enjoyment from some of my talented blogging friends. I hope you enjoy it!
I have a few arts and crafts up my own sleeve to bring you in [...]
Make a Leaf Press for Fall Leaves
November 9, 2008 by
Filed under Handmade and Crafts
Pressing leaves and flowers is a great way to preserve your summer or fall memories. After pressing your leaves or flowers they’re great to use on cards, in frames, for Thanksgiving placemats, or place cards, on Christmas ornaments, and in other keepsake items.
You can press your flowers by placing them between the pages of [...]
Painted Pumpkins
October 11, 2008 by
Filed under Handmade and Crafts, Seasons and Holidays
Painting pumpkins is my favorite way to decorate them. Less mess, and if you want to use the insides of the pumpkin for something else later you can still make some pumpkin pies, or pumpkin butter.
If you’re looking for ideas to paint your own pumpkin, check out these painted pumpkins from our local pumpkin show. [...]
Lavender Bath Bags
August 2, 2008 by
Filed under Handmade and Crafts
There’s nothing better than a soothing oatmeal lavender bath after a stressful day. Here’s my favorite recipe for relieving that stress, and getting you relaxed for the night.
Recipe for Lavender Bath Bags
Ingredients:
1 cup oatmeal
1/2 cup dried lavender
6 muslin bags
twine or ribbon
How To Make It
Mix the oatmeal and lavender in a bowl. Pour the [...]