Starting this Sunday, April 1st…
I love to give handmade gifts! There is something so special about giving someone a gift that is designed especially for them and handcrafted with love! Everyone deserves to own something truly one of a kind and unique!
With Easter right around the corner, I’ve put together five fabulous {and EASY!} tutorials for you to make some sweet handcrafted gifts for you little queen bee’s Easter Basket! Each one can be completed in 30 minutes or less!
Here’s the lineup -
Stop by Sunday afternoon for the first tutorial and learn how to make your own Glam Girl Beaded Necklace!
{Here’s a sneak peek!}
Tutorial: DIY Chalkboard Tags.
Today, I’m sharing an inexpensive, kid-friendly craft tutorial for making your own Chalkboard Tags.
These little lovelies are so practical, you will quickly think of a dozen plus ways to use them!
Use them to decorate at your next Shindig * As home décor * In your garden * Oh the possibilities! :)
…Look how great they look at my craft show display! Love them!
You could even get a little crazy and add a magnet to back, then use them to display your kiddos’ artwork!
Seriously friends, once you make a fewdozen you will think of TONS of uses for these clever little tags!
Want to make some?!
Here’s the scoop-
Supplies:
Wooden cut-outs
Clothes pins
Hot glue {*I’ve also made these using E-6000 and Wood Glue, both work just as well!}Chalkboard paint
Paint brush
Paint markers **{Totally optional - but very cool}**
Following the directions on your chalkboard paint, paint the surface of the wooden cut-out. I painted 3 coats, allowing the paint to dry for 1 hour in between coats. Then curing by rubbing with chalk and letting set 24 hrs. Don’t forget to paint the sides and back of your tag as well :)
Once your paint is dry, you can embellish your tag using the paint markers -
I added the simple polka dot border by gently dabbing the tip of the paint marker around the perimeter of the tag
Using your hot glue gun, apply an even layer of glue to front of the clothes pin, then attach the pin to the tag
That’s it! 3 steps, oh so easy and oh so FUN!
If you make some chalkboard tags of your own, please share a photo on the Daydream Believers Facebook Page - I’d love to see them! Have a Blessed Day!
These little lovelies are so practical, you will quickly think of a dozen plus ways to use them!
| {To Organize your pantry} | {To leave a note for your little} |
| {As a gift tag} | {As a place card} |
…Look how great they look at my craft show display! Love them!
You could even get a little crazy and add a magnet to back, then use them to display your kiddos’ artwork!
Seriously friends, once you make a few
Want to make some?!
Here’s the scoop-
Supplies:
Wooden cut-outs
Clothes pins
Hot glue {*I’ve also made these using E-6000 and Wood Glue, both work just as well!}Chalkboard paint
Paint brush
Paint markers **{Totally optional - but very cool}**
I added the simple polka dot border by gently dabbing the tip of the paint marker around the perimeter of the tag
Using your hot glue gun, apply an even layer of glue to front of the clothes pin, then attach the pin to the tag
That’s it! 3 steps, oh so easy and oh so FUN!
If you make some chalkboard tags of your own, please share a photo on the Daydream Believers Facebook Page - I’d love to see them! Have a Blessed Day!
Linking up to these awesome sites! If you’re visiting from one of these parties, welcome!Please leave me a comment and let me know you were here! THANKS!
Guest Posting on Our Good Life
I’m thrilled to be participating in Aurie’s month-long crafty series over on Welcome to Our Good Life.
Head on over today to see my easy tutorial for DIY Chalkboard Tags! :)
Head on over today to see my easy tutorial for DIY Chalkboard Tags! :)
Alexa and Lillian Travel The World-Welcome to Michigan
Dawn from Mom-a-logues has a fun new segment on her blog to teach her daughters about how people live in other parts of the world. Titled “Alexa and Lillian Travel The World” - you can read all about it on Dawn’s blog.
My family and I were thrilled to host Alexa and Lillian at our home this past week! :) Here’s a peek into our week…
{They’re here!} Miss I*, who is four, was especially excited about Alexa and Lillian’s arrival!
Hello New Friends! Welcome to Taylor, Michigan.
We live in Southeast Michigan; Taylor is a suburb in the Downriver area of Metropolitan Detroit. Our community has comfortable neighborhoods, and a variety of shopping and recreation opportunities. Our city has two beautiful golf courses, an ice arena, and a number of parks. Our family favorite is Heritage Park, which features a mini historical village, Petting Farm, soccer and baseball fields, as well as bike and walking trails and a nice ice cream shop; it’s a great place to spend an afternoon.
Michigan is a great state to live in! Located in the Great Lakes region of the United States; Michigan is the only state in the U.S. to consist of two peninsulas. The Upper Peninsula (aka The U.P) and Lower Peninsula are connected by the Mackinac Bridge. Michigan is bound by four of the five Great Lakes and has the largest freshwater coastline of any state in the country. It’s fun to note, the lower peninsula is shaped like a mitten!
Michigan is a rich agricultural state. Living in the Detroit Metropolitan area, people here take great pride in coming from the “Motor city” - our area was the birthplace of the automotive industry! Detroit is also known for being the home of Motown Records. In the 1960s, some of the most popular and influential music groups began their careers and shaped the “Motown sound” here; including Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson, and The Temptations!
Our days here in Michigan are probably very similar to yours in Minnesota! I* and V* enjoy playing dress up, coloring and drawing, playing make believe, reading, helping in the kitchen and dancing.
We are having an early spring and are enjoying playing outside! It was so lovely this weekend, we were able to visit the zoo (… in March, this was an extra special treat as it is typically still cold and snowy in our area until April!)
Alexa and Lillian, we enjoyed showing you around our town and hope we were able to teach you a little about life in our area and our state. You are off to Texas next, and we can’t wait to read about your adventures there!
If you would like to host Alexa and Lillian in your hometown, contact their mom Dawn :)
My family and I were thrilled to host Alexa and Lillian at our home this past week! :) Here’s a peek into our week…
{They’re here!} Miss I*, who is four, was especially excited about Alexa and Lillian’s arrival!
Hello New Friends! Welcome to Taylor, Michigan.
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Michigan is a great state to live in! Located in the Great Lakes region of the United States; Michigan is the only state in the U.S. to consist of two peninsulas. The Upper Peninsula (aka The U.P) and Lower Peninsula are connected by the Mackinac Bridge. Michigan is bound by four of the five Great Lakes and has the largest freshwater coastline of any state in the country. It’s fun to note, the lower peninsula is shaped like a mitten!
Michigan is a rich agricultural state. Living in the Detroit Metropolitan area, people here take great pride in coming from the “Motor city” - our area was the birthplace of the automotive industry! Detroit is also known for being the home of Motown Records. In the 1960s, some of the most popular and influential music groups began their careers and shaped the “Motown sound” here; including Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson, and The Temptations!
Our days here in Michigan are probably very similar to yours in Minnesota! I* and V* enjoy playing dress up, coloring and drawing, playing make believe, reading, helping in the kitchen and dancing.
We are having an early spring and are enjoying playing outside! It was so lovely this weekend, we were able to visit the zoo (… in March, this was an extra special treat as it is typically still cold and snowy in our area until April!)
Alexa and Lillian, we enjoyed showing you around our town and hope we were able to teach you a little about life in our area and our state. You are off to Texas next, and we can’t wait to read about your adventures there!
If you would like to host Alexa and Lillian in your hometown, contact their mom Dawn :)
Spring 2012 Pre-Orders and a Discount!
Spring is just around the corner and I am SO excited about the release of my newest mini-collection!
I am stocking the shop with four beautiful new dresses, perfect for spring! In addition to the ready-to-ship collection, I will also be offering a limited number of made-to-order dresses; these fabulous frocks will be made in limited quantities - so you’ll have to act fast! :)
To THANK my loyal customers, I am offering you an opportunity to GUARANTEE that you get the pieces that you want, in the size you need, by accepting pre-orders for all four styles! Pre-orders will be open for one week only. As an additional bonus - during the pre-order, all dresses are being discounted 10% off the expected retail cost! YEA!
Here’s a look at the lovelies…
I am stocking the shop with four beautiful new dresses, perfect for spring! In addition to the ready-to-ship collection, I will also be offering a limited number of made-to-order dresses; these fabulous frocks will be made in limited quantities - so you’ll have to act fast! :)
To THANK my loyal customers, I am offering you an opportunity to GUARANTEE that you get the pieces that you want, in the size you need, by accepting pre-orders for all four styles! Pre-orders will be open for one week only. As an additional bonus - during the pre-order, all dresses are being discounted 10% off the expected retail cost! YEA!
Here’s a look at the lovelies…
Local Ladies Night Out! Come Shop with me!
Local Friends -Please join me on * Thursday March 15, 2012 *
Daydream Believers is being featured at Salon Volumé in Allen Park!
For one night only, you can treat yourself to a little pampering and shopping all at Salon Volume`
It's going to be a fun night!
The salon is offering some great specials plus snacks and drinks... I will have a table set up with pieces from the spring collection, some fun jewelry and accessories, baby gifts, and some one of a kind outfits too!
Plus I'm raffling off a gift certificate! To be entered, all you have to do is stop by and say hi! ♥
Do not miss this chance to come in and shop the spring collection, in person, before it is officially released! :)
See you there! :)
Daydream Believers is being featured at Salon Volumé in Allen Park!
For one night only, you can treat yourself to a little pampering and shopping all at Salon Volume`
It's going to be a fun night!
The salon is offering some great specials plus snacks and drinks... I will have a table set up with pieces from the spring collection, some fun jewelry and accessories, baby gifts, and some one of a kind outfits too!
Plus I'm raffling off a gift certificate! To be entered, all you have to do is stop by and say hi! ♥
Do not miss this chance to come in and shop the spring collection, in person, before it is officially released! :)
*Next Week* Thursday, March 15th from 5:00-9:00pm
at Salon Volume`
6661 Allen Road, Allen Park, MI 48101
at Salon Volume`
6661 Allen Road, Allen Park, MI 48101
See you there! :)
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