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Fall picnic season is here! And with it comes the call of the outdoors for family time or an autumn picnic date for two. Not the fun-in-the-sun type of seaside gatherings for summer. But the cozier, woodland-feel kind of outing surrounded by autumn’s glorious colors. So, of course, the picnic …

The Day of Hearts is sweet enough as it is. But there’s nothing like homemade confections baked with lots of love to add even more sweetness to the occasion. So we put together a luscious selection of Valentine’s Day cake recipes that are actually easy to bake and decorate—with tips …

Who doesn’t love holiday decorations that save on cost but splurge on cheer? So we went with that angle in searching for Christmas craft ideas using affordable materials, supplies on hand, recycled items, excess trimmings, finds from nature!Voila! Here are a delightful dozen decorating ideas that you can make in …

Thanksgiving this year is going to be a tough one. We will all have to take a collective breath and dig deep down for what we are grateful for in spite of it all. And on top of that gratitude list are definitely our family and dearest friends. Of course, …

Have you noticed how Mother Nature seems to open her annual craft storehouse come autumn? A stunning array of leaves, vines, gourds, fruits, berries, twigs, natural fibers—all in the rich colors and fascinating textures of fall. Ideal crafting materials for creating heartfelt, homemade gifts that celebrate the season! So we’ve …

Sure, honest-to-goodness camping in the great outdoors makes for great family bonding time. But in colder weather and with smaller kids,  there’s something equally special about indoor camping. Planning fun games and activities, preparing easy campsite food, even building a DIY faux campfire. And best of all creating your very …

With summer winding down and cooler autumn months ahead, our Camping Series now moves indoors. That’s right! Why stop enjoying all those fun camping activities as a family? In our upcoming posts on Indoor Camping ideas, we’ll show you how you can make some clever adjustments in camping essentials, campfire …

He’s everywhere! The most loved and recognized Disney character for generations, Mickey Mouse, pops up in every season and holiday. Remember our not-so-scary Mickey Halloween party? Well, now Mickey can make your Christmas merrier, too! Turn family stay-at-home time into holiday prep and planning with these creative Mickey Mouse Christmas …

Think back to the toys and games that you spent hours enjoying as a kid. Are they still around? Some may be gone for good. A few may now come in super-upgraded versions. So while there’s nothing quite like the original, of course, why not try and relive the good …

Just gone done with spring cleaning? Then, get creative with recyclable household items, and turn them into clever DIY decorative pieces for your home! You save on materials, you hone your crafting skills, and you get to enjoy (and show off!) attractive home accents you’ve made yourself. And a big …