LoveAlways, XOX: balloon ball

Saturday, February 19, 2011

Gearin Up

Here in my neck of the woods we are gearing up for yet another snow storm. Normally I have a big problem with winter (beach weather is more my style). This year I was doing really great. Storm after storm and below normal temps weren't getting me down. Then last week we had upper forties all week and it was such a tease! Now I am ready for spring.

Please?

Ok fine, I know it's coming. Since we're all getting stuck in our houses we might as well get crafty right? What's that you say? You're not very crafty? Well, here are some ideas for you!
These craft kits are fun, beautiful, simplified..... I've been thinking of a few reasons why you might want to use a DIY (Do It Yourself) kit:

1. You don't know a thing about crafting but would like to try.
2. Birthday party crafts/favors.
3. Maybe you are thinking about getting into a new hobby but want to make sure you like it and/or want to learn more about it.
4. You like the sense of accomplishment.
5. You are lazy. (that's me!)

Whatever the reason, check out these great kits! (And let me know what you are crafting on this weekend!)

Magnet Kit

Hailey Dress

Car Seat Tent

Square Glass Pendants

Butterfly Chandelier

Easy Catch Ball

Friday, February 18, 2011

Happy Birthday

My sweet Axel turned 6 yesterday. I am so proud of him. He is so sweet, kind, respectful.... and so full of love! He makes my heart melt.

I didn't make him anything. Can you believe it? We just don't really make a big deal of birthday gifts with the kids. We usually have a party (I really love parties) and they get plenty of gifts. I still might try and make up a car cozie for him. He was asking for one, and maybe I could do it before his party this afternoon.

So far, this age group has been the hardest for me in finding handmade gifts. After spending some time on Etsy I have found a few things that I think Axel would love.

Sneak in a little math learning with this fishing game. Those little fish are so cute!