Delightful December Day 17 - Scarves!

Scarves are so trendy right now, I know I wish I had a few more to accessorize with. They can be pricey for such a simple strip of fabric, so I searched some DIY ideas and wanted to share!


I love these braided designs made from recycled t-shirts, for the tutorial check out This Old Dress!

Fleece is so cozy and warm and easy to work with. I think this fringed fleece scarf would be cute for any age and can be customized with any color combination. Check out Make and Takes for a demo!

For a feminine look you can check out this pretty ruffled scarf tutorial from Quiver Full of Blessings (love that blog name!) and make one for yourself. I think I just might have to go find some cute fabric to make my own this week!

Not getting out the sewing machine any time soon? Well here is a simple no-sew option for you with just a strip of fleece that is that is 7" wide by 64" long. Sam from All Sam's Idea gives a great tutorial with pictures HERE.

Time to share...do you wear scarves and what is your favorite style? Would you ever attempt to make your own?

Delightful December Day 4 - Homemade Gifts (Message Boards)

December is the month for giving! I love homemade gifts for a few reasons. One, they can be a pretty thrifty option. Two, they show that you put effort into the gift. Three, I love to craft so it's a great way to make cute things without filling my own home will all of them!

Today's homemade craft idea is message boards. We have a few of these around my house, they are used for everything from love notes to grocery lists. I love that you can put a personal touch on them when you make them yourself.


I love this idea from Michelle at Mish Mash to use a frame and decorate under the glass with scrapbook papers and embellishments! You could even change it out throughout the year, so fun!

Another take on the frame idea is shared here by Little Birdie Secrets! I love the menu idea and think one might have to make its way onto my kitchen wall soon!

I made this one as a craft with my MOPS group years ago. The kids love to write little notes to mommy and daddy since we have it in our room (that is why it is a little messy).
It is just a large smooth white tile that is decorated with paint pens. The back easel is made with a wallet sized acrylic frame that is glued (using E-6000 adhesive) to the back of the tile. 

I also love this idea for a teacher's gift, you can make the tile into a sheet of notebook paper! Find the tutorial here on Madigan Made.

I'd love to hear any message board ideas you have or who you'd like to make one of these cute crafts for!

Delightful December Day 3 - Snow Much Fun!

I asked my boys what their favorite thing about December is and Big T said "snow!" We live in Colorado so we usually get our share of the white stuff, the kids always have a blast!

Here are some of our favorite snow day activities...

Snow Ice Cream
Scoop some freshly fallen (white) snow into a big, chilled bowl. Add a little sugar, a few drops of vanilla extract, and some very cold milk or cream. Stir together and eat immediately.
Experiment with different flavors, try adding some cinnamon, cocoa powder, fruit, chocolate chips, or sprinkles!

There is another great recipe at My Home Sweet Home using tips from Paula Deen...yum!

Build a Snowman (or cat)

 

Of course, this is the obvious snow day activity

but how about making it a bit more fun with a "snowman kit."

I found a great tutorial on one at Make It Do and another on The Fickle Pickle! 

This would be a great gift idea!

 And who says it has to be a snow "man?!" Get creative!

Colorful Snow
I have always wanted to try the spray bottle full of water with food coloring or kool-aid activity. With three rowdy boys have been afraid that the spray will not stay on the snow and will turn into a colorful spray bottle fight and end up on the kids or my house! Let me know if you've tried this one, I might get brave this year!

Sledding
We have some great sledding hills in our area, but the best was when Papa shoveled all the snow from the roof onto a huge pile in his backyard!

If you take your kids out sledding make sure to stay warm and stay safe. Please, never ride or put your child on a sled that's being pulled by a car, truck, or snowmobile!

Time to share...what are your favorite snow day activities?