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DIY Valentines Day Party Invites That Come From The Heart

January 2, 2020 by Katie Jones Leave a Comment

When you decide to host a Valentines Day party, you want to send invitations that standout from the rest. That’s when it’s time to make a statement with DIY Valentines Day party invites that come straight from the heart. DIY Valentines party invites don’t have to be tricky–make them as simple or as complicated as you want. Here are some ideas to inspire your invites!

DIY Valentines Day Party Invites From The Heart

Here’s an example of a simple DIY Valentines Day party invitation that is just too cute! Cut a rectangle from red construction paper or cardstock, then add an assortment of hearts to the front. Glue the hearts to the rectangle using a glue stick or Glue Dots. Your party information goes in the hearts.

This is an example of DIY Valentines Day party invite that is more involved. If you enjoy crafting your own cards and invitations, you’ll enjoy crafting an invite like this. A stamp is used to mark the front of the invitation. Ribbon and felt hearts are the perfect touch! Simply add your party details to the inside of this card. Your guests will love it!

In today’s digital age, there’s nothing wrong with a digital DIY Valentines Day party invitation. And it can still come from the heart! Check out Smilebox, a site where you can craft custom digital invitations for any occasion. Then share them with your guests via email or social media.

Here’s a cute DIY Valentines invitation that is sure to give your guests an instant mood boost. Glue paper hearts and clouds to the front of a folded piece of light blue cardstock. Turn the largest heart into a helium balloon by drawing on a basket. Heart will soar for this Valentines Day party invite!

Don’t forget that you can also craft your own envelopes for your DIY party invitations. How fun is it to open up an envelope and find some cute little touches like this? When you want to send something from the heart, these extra little inclusions go above and beyond.

Before you go, check out 12 LOVEly Desserts for Valentines Day. They’ll make your party extra special!

Relaxing And Romantic New Years Eve Ideas For Couples At Home

December 19, 2019 by Katie Jones Leave a Comment

Christmas is over and the New Year is here–are you partied out? There’s no shame in spending New Years Eve in! With some relaxing and romantic New Years Eve ideas for couples at home, you can stay in. And be glad you did!

New Years Eve Ideas For Couples Staying At Home

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‘Tis The Seasoning: DIY Christmas Spice Gifts

December 11, 2019 by Katie Jones Leave a Comment

DIY Christmas spice gifts are some the best homemade Christmas gifts you can give to your friends and neighbors. When you make DIY spice blends for Christmas gifts, you’re giving the gift of deliciousness–and adding a little extra spice to the season! Here are some DIY spice gift ideas you’ll love to give.

‘Tis The Seasoning: DIY Christmas Spice Gifts

DIY spice blends are easy to make and easy to give, and you might find yourself the most popular neighbor on the block after you do this! They’re perfect for those who prefer not to hand out so many sweets, but still want to give the gift of good taste. To give DIY spice blends, you should have the following items:

Small jars to package your spices. This set of 30 3.5 ounce jars with hinged lids is only a dollar a jar {and free shipping!} at Amazon.
Ribbon or kitchen twine to decorate the spice jars.
Gift tags to label your spices and provide suggestions for using them.
All the spices you’ll need to make your desired blends.

DIY Spice Blends Recipe Ideas

If you have a mortar and pestle, it’s extra fun to take the time to grind your own spices. But if not, save time by blending spices that are already ground. For each recipe, increase amounts as needed for bulk gifting.

Garlic & Rosemary Rub

This is delicious on grilled meats! Combine all ingredients and pulse in a food processor.

4 tablespoons sea salt
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
2 tablespoons dried rosemary leaves
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper

Homemade Southwest Seasoning

2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
3 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons sea salt
2 teaspoons black pepper

Sweet Blend For Baking

4 tablespoons cinnamon
2 tablespoons powdered ginger
1 tablespoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cardamom or anise

Herb Blend

4 tablespoons ground thyme
4 tablespoons dried rosemary
1 tablespoon sage
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt {omit for a no-salt blend}

Any of these DIY Christmas spice blends are sure to be a hit with your friends and neighbors this holiday season! For non-edible gifts, check out these ideas.

DIY Ice Skate Christmas Decor

December 4, 2019 by Katie Jones Leave a Comment

For a little bit of extra holiday flair in your decor this year, try DIY ice skate Christmas decor. Decorating with ice skates is easy and fun. You can’t beat the festive look they lend to your home! Here are some ideas to help you put together your own ice skate Christmas decor.

DIY Ice Skate Christmas Decor

From wreaths to welcoming motifs, there’s a lot you can do with that pair of old ice skates. Even if you don’t own any, it’s a good bet that you might be able to pick up some at Goodwill or other local thrift shop. There’s always Amazon, too! After you see the following ideas, you’re going to need at least one pair.

DIY Ice Skate Porch Decor

We love this amazing Christmas porch decor, and ice skates play a big role! It’s fun to display a collection of simple skis, a vintage sled and a pair of ice skates all in one. The splashes of red in the banner and warm holiday throw add an extra bit of fun to this inspiring idea. How easy would it be to decorate your porch like this?

DIY Ice Skate Christmas Wreath

Just a simple evergreen wreath pairs perfectly with a pair of ice skates. Hang both from a wreath hook on your front door. A Santa hat on one of the ice skates adds a fun and festive touch!

Ice Skate Floral Display

Even a single ice skate is a fun way to display a holiday bouquet. Make your bouquet from faux evergreen twigs and other festive picks you find at Michaels. Tie a wide ribbon around the boot, and if you like you can add a Christmas greeting with a red Sharpie paint pen.

Hang two skates on your front door, filled with evergreen and berries, and finished with a red gingham bow. Now you’re ready to throw a Flannels and Flapjacks holiday party!

Festive Family Holiday Ideas

November 27, 2019 by Katie Jones Leave a Comment

Family holiday ideas are what’s up for today’s post, and that has us excited! The holidays are certainly more fun with your family, so we have some ideas to help you take full advantage of all the fun to be had and the memories waiting to be made. From family traditions to fun with the kids, check out these ideas!

Festive Family Holiday Ideas

The best part about this list of family holiday activities is that they are either cheap or free. For many families, the holiday budget is a concern when planning activities to do as a family. These ideas are perfect for all of us holiday shoppers!

Of course decorating the tree is a great family activity! But if little kids and their little hands are a concern and you have the room, set up a small tree for them. As a family, decorate this smaller tree with trimmings that the kids can’t hurt. The perfect spot for a tree like this is in a playroom or kids’ bedroom.
Do you have lots of holiday lights in your neighborhood? Pick an evening when the weather is good and go on a walking light tour. You can even carry hot cocoa with you. If the weather is too cold, take a driving tour and wear your jammies!
Many families already watch a few holiday movies, but take it to the next level. Find out what holiday movies are airing and when. Make a list of the ones the whole family wants to watch, along with the day, time and channel so you don’t miss your favorites!
Get the family together to craft one or more of these 10 DIY Christmas topiaries.
Caroling is a favorite family holiday tradition of many. If you have any widows or widowers living in your neighborhood, this is a great service activity to bring a little holiday cheer into their lives. And it never fails to cheer you up as well!
In areas where snow is plentiful, a snow day during the holiday is fun for everyone. One family has a tradition to build the tallest snowman the available snow will allow every New Year’s Eve day. After the snowy fun is over, go inside for hot chocolate and another holiday movie by the fire.
Do you ever clean out your kids’ toys before Christmas to make room for the new? Get the kids together to help, and then deliver gently used to toys to a Women and Children’s Shelter near you.
Give the kids a dollar amount, and then go to the grocery store as a family and purchase non-perishable food items for your local food bank.
Buy warm blankets and socks, and go as a family to a homeless shelter to drop them off.

This list of festive family holiday ideas ought to get you started. What traditions does your family enjoy? Please share with us and other readers in the comment section!

Simply Darling DIY Christmas Train Made With Crates

November 20, 2019 by Katie Jones Leave a Comment

Do you love displaying DIY Christmas decorations as much as we do? If you do, you’re about to see how to put together a darling DIY Christmas train made with crates. It’s simple to make, but makes your outdoor Christmas decorations look next level! Grab some wood crates and get ready for an afternoon of fun.

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