by Krista Fabregas | DIY Decor Videos, Entertaining & Party, Entertaining Tips & Tricks, Faves! Party Time |
Ever been to a party with great food on a beautifully arranged buffet table all served up by an unruffled host? If you’re like me, you’ve probably left a few of these parties wondering just how they pulled it off. While the host who throws perfect parties...
by Krista Fabregas | Faves! For Kids, Gift Ideas & Gift Guides |
Make-a-Plate, the same company that made those draw-it-yourself plate kits eons ago when we were young is still cranking out priceless keepsakes. I still have mine from kindergarten! And no, I’m NOT saying how old they are — but it takes more than one hand...
by Krista Fabregas | Faves! Family-Friendly Home, Living Spaces |
Fitting slipcovers to sofas and loveseats with loose-back pillows and cushions, “T” style cushions or other fit challenges can be a challenge — but we found an easy way to get it done in three easy steps. This sofa recently found a new home as...
by Krista Fabregas | Christmas, DIY Decor Videos |
Is the party at you house this year? Decorating a festive table doesn’t have to cost a fortune. You can easily set stylish holiday tables on a budget that look like a million bucks! Take a look at these great table settings that are holiday-ready for any type of...
by Krista Fabregas | Christmas, Gift Ideas & Gift Guides |
Here are some super easy DIY fun holiday gift bag ideas. They’re fun ways to go green – and even save a little green – when it comes to gift bags this holiday season. DIY Christmas & Holiday Gift Bags Instead of buying new or holiday-specific...
by Krista Fabregas | Christmas, DIY Decor Videos |
Here’s a stylish twist to a Christmas tradition. If the kids want to make looped garlands this year, instead of construction paper, give them some sparkly Christmas ribbon. You’ll end up with garlands with a bit more bling – and the kids will love...
by Krista Fabregas | DIY Decor Videos, DIY Kid-Friendly Decor & Home Style, Thanksgiving Ideas |
Ah, the kid’s table… the spot where, if lucky, you might corral busy youngsters for a whopping seven minutes during Thanksgiving dinner. It’s always just enough time for them to smear potatoes across their face, drop their plate on the floor, then...
by Krista Fabregas | Thanksgiving Ideas |
Fall seems to be a time of decorating quick-change. Within 60 days, we move from spooky Halloween décor, to russet-hued fall colors, to Christmas sparkle and shine. Add to that holiday entertaining, parties, shopping and kid’s school needs, and the holiday season...
by Krista Fabregas | Kid-Smart Kid's Rooms |
We bought a white iron daybed for my then-three-year-old daughter’s “big girl bed.” Daybeds are decorative and functional choices in kids’ rooms for many reasons. First, without the trundle unit underneath, daybeds provide ample out-of-the-way...
by Krista Fabregas | DIY Kid-Friendly Decor & Home Style, Kid-Smart Kid's Rooms, Organizing & Storage |
Kids books come in many shapes and sizes which can make storing them on shelves or between bookends difficult – not to mention messy and often hard for little ones to manage! Our solution? We made handy DIY decorative book baskets to help kids easily sort and...
by Krista Fabregas | DIY Kid-Friendly Decor & Home Style, Halloween Ideas, Living Spaces |
It’s So Easy it’s Spooky! Two simple polar fleece panels come together without a single stitch to create a cuddly no-sew fleece pillow perfect for crisp fall weather — and scary stories! This is a great family craft project. Anyone who can tie a knot...
by Krista Fabregas | Entertaining & Party, Gift Ideas & Gift Guides, Snacks & Party Fare |
Homemade recipe in a jar gifts with beautifully layered ingredients topped with a flourish are a thoughtful and economical way to treat friends, coworkers, neighbors or teachers to the flavors of the season. And making them is easy and fun – especially if you get the...
by Krista Fabregas | DIY Kid-Friendly Decor & Home Style, Living Spaces |
Got a little extra wall space? Showcase your snapshots, favorite family pictures or gotta-see-it candid shots in a great-looking family photo gallery that’s easy to change and update as your photo collection grows. Materials: Gallery-style photo frames...
by Krista Fabregas | DIY Kid-Friendly Decor & Home Style, Living Spaces |
If your refrigerator serves as a combination community information board, modern art museum and play area, you need strong, unbreakable magnets. We searched for good looking (or at least fun) magnets that fit the bill, but finally gave up and made our own using...
by Krista Fabregas | Living Spaces |
A few basic shelves and spare containers turn any sunny window into a garden spot! Fresh herbs brighten any meal, from simple soups to gourmet dinners. But how many busy family cooks can step away from simmering pots and active kids to harvest a last-minute touch of...
