Crafty Moms

Today is Mother’s Day in the US so I thought I’d share some fun and creative projects moms can make to celebrate or decorate or care for their children.

Blankets and Pillows:

Crochet twinkle star pillows

Bear knit blanket

Baby squares storyteller afghan

Handkerchief pillows

Clothing:

Polar bear knit hat

Knit baby poncho

Crochet baby cocoon

Knit layer cake dress

NFL car seat cover

Knit bootees

Baby bibs

Bath apron (for mom or dad)

Toys:

Crochet owl luvy

Crochet kitty luvy

Fabric baby blocks

Stuffed bear

Felt Christmas tree

Stuffed whale

Crochet duck

Washcloth duck

Decorations and more:

Crochet nursery storage baskets

Wood baby plaque

Baby onesie photo album

Baby footprint ornament

Felt animal mobile

Bird mobile

Animal hooks

Animal night light

What cute or crafty ideas do you have for little ones?

Favorites for Fathers

Sunday here in the USA is Father’s Day, so today I’ve got some last minute DIY gifts you can help your kids make for the amazing dad in their life.

From here to there photo wood frame

Special memories shadow box

Tie rack

Wooden watch stand

Superhero Dad t-shirt

Stamped leather keychain

Leather passport cover

Cord roll

Leather headphone cord wrap

Etched mustache glass

Cutting board with leather handle

BBQ tool holder

Outdoor cooler cabinet

Leather wrapped grill utensils

Wooden grill scraper

Bow tie card

Super Dad card

Rosemary mint shaving cream

Bacon jam, candy and salt

Shrinky-dink gifts

What gifts are you planning to give the dad in your life this Father’s Day?

Teacher Appreciation

School has started and the kids are with new teachers, so today I’ve got a selection of ways to thank the new teacher for what they do, even if you don’t know them and their personal preferences yet (there are tons more personal ideas out there once you do know the teacher, for thank you gifts at the end of the school year).

Felt gift card envelope

Coloring tin

Clipboard with gift card

Paperclip bookmarks

Handy bag

Teacher apple card

Back to school striped mason jar

Notebook paper frame

Pick me up jar

“You’re a lifesaver”

Glitter scissors (everyone will know which scissors belong to the teacher)

Top of the charts

Crayon monogram

And even more ideas

What are you gifting teachers this year?

Starting Back to School

Today I’m thinking back to school, so we’ve got some healthy and interesting ideas that you can pack or snack on (they’re good for adults too).  There are also a few ideas for a back to school party too.

Fresh Ideas:

Gluten free pasta

Breakfast cookies

Better boxed lunch

Pretzel pets

Oatmeal bars

Chocolate chunk cookie cupcakes

Magic blondies

Cinnamon tostada

Popcorn balls

Cranberry oat cereal bars

Guava pudding

Chocolate hazelnut rice pudding

Honey nut cereal treats

Strawberry banana cereal treats

Fruity cereal treats

Real fruit rolls

Hot cereal with apple butter and walnuts

Banana blueberry cornmeal muffins

Trail mix cookie cups

Walrus cookie pops

Chocolate zucchini cupcakes

Marshmallow pops

School Inspired Ideas:

Candy crayons

Pretzel crayons

Pencil cupcakes

Apple cookies

Krispy apple treats

Pencil pushers

Apple cupcakes

What are you planning for snacks this fall?

Eggcited for Easter

Are you ready for Easter tomorrow? Here are some last minute fun activities, crafts and cards you can create today or use to entertain the kids tomorrow.

Cards:

Carrot celebration card

Bright Easter card

Lavender Easter bunny card

Punched Easter bunny card

Crafts:

Egg-painted crate

Bright place setting

Happy Easter chicky goodie bag

Bright Easter tree with chalkboard eggs

Easter carrot centerpiece

Bright Easter mossy bunny

Yarn egg banner

Carrot burlap wall art

Egg wreaths

Pounded grass place mats

Paper Easter baskets

Egg creatures

Slipcover Easter basket

Bunny finger puppets

Easter candy jar

Mini bunny bunting

Paper Easter wreath

Peeps, bunny bunting and door hangers

Egg terrariums

Paint chip Easter garland

Puzzle piece lamb

Styrofoam cup spring hats

Egg bugs

Quilled duck

Paint stick bunnies

Window suncatchers

Cute egg crafts

Scrapbook pages

Games:

Tic tac toe

Egg games

Glowing Easter egg hunt

Kool eggs

How are you celebrating Easter?

Feasts for Easter

Sunday is Easter so today I’ve got lots of recipes for you to try for something new this year!

Bread and Breakfast:

Easter dove bread

Hot cross buns

Easter bread wreath

Spring sweet bread

Italian Easter cheese bread

Amish dinner rolls

Cinnamon bun bites

Yeasted cheese and sour cherry coffee cake

Nutty honey mini rolls

Uber berry muffins

Easter bread bunny brioche

Fritatta with asparagus, tomato and fontina

Oven browns

Dinner:

Easter pie

Salt crusted leg of lamb

Spice rubbed lamb chop with green beans

Roasted ham with cider glaze

Brandy peppercorn honey glazed ham

Baked ham with brown sugar mustard glaze

Orange baked ham

Ham with five spice cherry sauce

Pork loin with parsnips and pears

Beef tenderloin with Parmesan herb stuffing

Brisket with ginger, orange peel and tomato

Greek potatoes with lemon vinaigrette

Marmalade glazed carrots with candied pecans

Feta and dill stuffed artichokes

Carrot and lentil salad

Artichoke flatbread

Risotto with yogurt and peas

Mushroom, barley and roasted asparagus salad

Dessert:

Easter cookie wreaths

Italian Easter cookies

Ricotta pie

Golden mini egg cakes

Chocolate swirl babka

Rhubarb strawberry tart

Triple citrus bundt cake

Lemon ginger bundt cake

Meringue frosted cake with raspberry filling

Lemon ginger mousse and pistachio tuiles

Egg shaped meringue nests

Marshmallow Easter critters

Nesting baby bluebird cupcakes

Chick and egg cupcakes

Lemon macaroon chicks

Cadbury egg desserts

Southern banana pudding

Carrot cake

Mini pineapple cakes

What are you planning on cooking?

Hanukkah Happenings

Today we’re taking a look at some Hanukkah holiday traditions with some foods and crafts.

Food:

Classic challah

Harvest apple challah

Cinnamon apple raisin challah

Whole wheat challah

Challah french toast

Chard and caramelized shallot noodle kugel

Potato latkes

Roast vegetable tsimmes with apricots

Beef brisket with dried fruit

Roast chicken with wild rice dressing

Sephardic chicken soup with sofrito and herbed matzo balls

Sweet and sour short ribs

Apricot glazed chicken with dried plums and sage

Challah bread pudding with chocolate and raisins

Apricot gelt

Marhsmallow dreidels

Holiday pistachio cutouts

Sufganyot

Cherry nut rugelach

Crafts:

Stripes and stars card

Invitation for Hanukkah gathering

Hanukkah slider card

Embossed stars card

Layered star card

Party place cards

Napkin rings

Menorah hanging

Starry stamped table runner

Star punched paper hurricanes

Wooden block menorah

Yarn ball wreath

20 more Hanukkah crafts and decorations

How are you going to celebrate Hanukkah?

Let’s Go Golf

Today we’re honoring that summer fun activity: golf.  If you need a break from the course or your kids are jealous of mom and/or dad going off to play here are some snacks and activities to try, plus a few other golf related ideas.

Let’s Play:

Playing ladder golf and wiffle ball (a video)

Tin can indoor golf fun

Tee off birthday party

Glowing night golf

Pumpkin golf

Golf race game

Let’s Create:

Bachelor party invitations

Golf pen and holder

Golf cover sock puppets

Knitted golf club covers

Golf ball snowman ornament

Decorating golf balls

Golf ball garden bugs

Golf ball ants

Shark golf balls

Let’s Eat:

Arnold Palmer drink

Cupcakes version 1

Cupcakes version 2

What are your golf inspired ideas?

Celebrating Dad

Tomorrow in the USA is Father’s Day, so today we’ve got lots of fun crafts and food to celebrate, even some last minute things if you’ve been putting it off!

Crafts:

Father’s Day notepad

Clip art labels

Dad cutout frame

BBQ sauce

Personalized necktie

Dad libs

Hand warming mug

Shooting stars card

Dad hole punch card

Best Dad ever BBQ card

Super Dad card

Folded shirt card

Food:

Bacon with citrus glaze

Chorizo, potato and egg tacos

Sausage cheddar balls

Soft pretzels

Sweet and sour chicken wings

Roasted buffalo shrimp

Beer drinker’s pizza dough

Midwestern grilled bratwurst sandwiches

Beer battered fish

Fudgy football brownies

Golf cupcake

Root beer float cupcakes

Brown sugar and pecan sticky buns

How are you celebrating the dad in your life?

More for Mom

Tomorrow in the US we’re celebrating Mother’s Day!  If you haven’t gotten a gift yet, or need something fun to do with mom tomorrow, here are some fun ideas!

Gifts and Crafts

Create a canvas of spring flowers

Bejeweled mirror

Polka dot mug

Circles of love t-shirt

Sharpie doodled mug

Mommy and me wood photo plaque

Mother’s day shadow box

Baby girl bracelet

Baby boy bracelet

Mason jar spa

DIY family trees

Iron on tote bag

Say it with flowers

Monogrammed napkin

Even more crafts

Cards:

Felt flower card

Thumbprint card with mommy and me rainbow loom bracelets

Floral card

Glitter flower card

Tissue flower card

Clip art card

Even more cards

What are you gifting the mom in your life this Mother’s Day?