Creativi-bee: Graduation Gift Ideas
5 points if you can guess what song that is… :) Well, the time is upon us. Saying goodbye to old friends and hello to new beginnings. Walking down aisles, turning tassels, and throwing caps....
View ArticleCreativi-bee: Envelope Sachets
With Memorial Day right around the corner, it’s probably safe to say that it’s time to start packing up those winter clothes. Ensure that they come out smelling fresh by throwing a hand-made envelope...
View ArticleCreativi-bee: Father’s Day Fun!
Okay, here’s my say on Father’s Day. My dad is awesome. I know everyone says this, but seriously, he’s the best dad in the world. However, he’s totally not into the typical “Father” stuff that...
View ArticleThe Bees Knees: Stocking Stuffer Idea!
Who doesn’t love a good stocking stuffer? Are you shopping for a foodie? A new mom? A teenager? A pancake lover? Check this out. The Pancake Pen (cooking.com) is bringing the fun back to your...
View ArticleThe Bees Knees: Perfect Gift for a Bookworm
Stumped on what to get for a literary book loving companion? Check out http://www.outofprintclothing.com for some really cute tee shirts depicting classic out of print book covers. They have styles...
View ArticleThe Bees Knees: Go, Go, Gadget Water Bottle!
I saw this water bottle reviewed in the Chicago Tribune this past weekend and I thought I would pass it along…since summer (slowly) is coming and people are always looking for easy travel tips and...
View ArticleCreativi-bee: I Love You Because…
Here’s a really cute and meaningful craft to show someone how much you care. I made these cards about two years ago, but never gave them to my Valentine…so if he’s reading this now, well, surprise!...
View ArticleCreativi-bee: Budget Friendly Father’s Day Gifts!
In my family we don’t do gifts for Father’s and Mother’s Day…instead, we spend the day as a family eating. That’s the truth of it. There’s nothing we need to buy one another that we can’t get...
View ArticleCreativi-bee: I’m Buying Nothing for Christmas!
As we all know by now, I’m all about the DIY craze. It’s fun, budget-friendly, and guarantees originality! This year I’m really trying to watch my spending…so I’ve created this list of great DIY gift...
View ArticleFictitious Dishes Book Review
Everyone remembers something about his or her favorite books. Memorable characters, magical landscapes, and witty dialogue can stay with us for years. For author Dinah Fried, the succulent, juicy...
View ArticleMarbled Clay Coasters
I love to entertain. I really don’t get to do it enough because… A) no time B) no space C) no time But when I can, I really enjoy it! I love putting together themed parties and decorating my space …...
View ArticleMini Draw String Crocheted Bag
Ya’ll know I love me a good stash buster. I have so much leftover yarn from various projects and I’m always looking for fun ways to use it up…even better if I can turn it into a gift and pass …...
View Article11 Things Every Bill Murray Fan Needs in Their Life
Happy 65th Birthday, Bill Murray! There are some people in this world that make life better just by existing…Bill Murray is one of those people. A native of Evanston, Illinois, Murray grew up north of...
View Article27 Weird and Wacky Cookbooks Based on Pop Culture
Everyone knows that there are a few good cookbooks you need to basically have every recipe you need in life. The Joy of Cooking, Mastering the Art of French Cooking, and a good cookbook from America’s...
View ArticleWhere the Wild Things Are Necklace
By now, dear readers, you must know that I am a huge Maurice Sendak fan. I know I’ve written about him at least a couple times on this blog. I own several of his books, I dressed up as Max … Continue...
View ArticleHow to Create a Message on a Coffee Mug
Anyone who knows me knows this…I LOVE coffee mugs. LOVE THEM. I have WAY too many and I’m the only one in my house who actually drinks coffee!! But each one means something to me and every time one...
View ArticleToy Story Perler Bead Coasters
So for the last few days, we’ve been celebrating the release of one of my favorite movies, Toy Story. And today I’m so excited to share this project with you! Made with Perler Beads (those little...
View Article5 Books to Gift to Book Lovers
So you have someone on your gift list who loves books, right? Yeah, we all do. But buying someone a book is a hard decision. I mean, unless you have a really good idea of what they like (and what …...
View Article9 Edible Treats for Gift Giving
Though December is dominated by cookies of all varieties, not everyone is aboard the cookie train (I know, hard to believe!). Some folks prefer homemade candies, while others love the combination of...
View Article3 Fandom-tastic Geeky Crafts
This post is dedicated to all my fellow nerds and geeks out there…today is EMBRACE YOUR GEEKNESS DAY! Whether it’s video games, movies, books, TV shows, or comics that get your juices flowing, today is...
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