Monday, May 20, 2013

19 Crafty Wreath Ideas

 

A few weeks ago I was one of 19 bloggers sent a wreath form from FloraCraft and asked to get crafty. This week we’re all sharing our creations via Google+ Hangouts On Air.  The complete schedule is below, just follow the links at the times listed to watch live or tune into Craftyhangouts.com anytime to see the recordings. Come back here on Friday and you’ll see me make a nautical themed wreath…it’s going to be really awesome!

Monday May 20

11 am PST/1 pm CST/2 pm EST  Easy Scarf Wreath with +Niki Knows  from Homemadeville
3 pm PST/5 pm CST/6 pm EST  No Sew Summer Wreath with +Rhonda Greene  from Mrs. Greene
4 pm PST/6 pm CST/7 pm EST  Quick Wreaths with +Angie Holden from The Country Chic Cottage and +Carolina Moore  from 30 Minute Crafts
5 pm PST/7 pm CST/8 pm EST  Living Succulent Wreath with +Randi Dukes from Dukes and Duchesses

 

Tuesday May 21

9 am PST/10 am CST/11 am EST  Patriotic Wreath with +Ashley Phipps from Simply Designing
11 am PST/1 pm CST/2 pm EST  Summer Wreath with +Leslie Stewart from House on the Way
4 pm PST/6 pm CST/7 pm EST  Summer Wreath with +Colleen Jorgensen from Just Paint It

 

Wednesday May 22

9 am PST/10 am CST/11 am EST  Picnic Wreath with +Amy Buchanan from Atta Girl Says
11 am PST/1 pm CST/2 pm EST  Cake Stand with +Morena Hockley from Morena's Corner
1 pm PST/3 pm CST/4 pm EST  Succulent Wreath with +Gina Luker from The Shabby Creek Cottage
3 pm PST/5 pm CST/6 pm EST  Summer Wreath with +Jessica Kielman from Mom 4 Real
5 pm PST/7 pm CST/8 pm EST  Year Round Wreath with +Jessica Hill from Mad in Crafts

Thursday May 23

9 am PST/10 am CST/11 am EST  Patriotic Wreath with +Mandy Beyeler from Sugar Bee Crafts and +Kilee Nickels from One Little Momma
1 pm PST/3 pm CST/4 pm EST  Wreath HOA with +Barb Garrett from The Everyday Home
3 pm PST/5 pm CST/6 pm EST  Patriotic Wreath with +Kathy Penney from Sparkles and a Stove

Friday May 24

9 am PST/10 am CST/11 am EST  Beach Themed Wreath with +Erin Sipes from My Very Educated Mother
11 am PST/1 pm CST/2 pm EST  How to make an Engaging Wreath with +Cyn Gagen from Creative Cynchronicity
1 pm PST/3 pm CST/4 pm EST  Topiary Wreath with +Sharon Hines from Mrs. Hines' Class
4 pm PST/6 pm CST/7 pm EST  MORE Quick Wreaths with +Carolina Moore from 30 Minute Crafts and +Angie Holden from The Country Chic Cottage

Want inspiration with Styrofoam all the time? Be sure to follow along with the Crafts n Coffee blog!

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Friday, May 17, 2013

50 Patriotic Projects

50 #PatrioticProjects #crafts #MemorialDay #FlagDaycrafts #4thofJulycrafts

Memorial Day, Flag Day, and 4th of July are all creeping up on the calendar. Here are 50 projects to look through and get started on now to celebrate America!

@mvemother #patrioticcrafts #crafts #4thofJuly #redwhiteandblue
  1. The Scrap Shoppe: Patriotic Pinwheels & Double Pinwheels
  2. Crazy Little Projects: 4th of July Baby Girl Dress
  3. Mama Miss: Patriotic Dipped Pretzels
  4. Crazy Little Projects: 4th of July Wreath
  5. Carolyn’s Homework: Red Bandana Party Favors
  6. JoJo & Eloise: Sheets Sailor Made 
  7. Uncommon Designs: Patriotic Mason Jar Lanterns
  8. Vicki O’Dell The Creative Goddess: Decorative Firecrackers
  9. BHG: Firework Garland
  10. Mom’s Crafty Space: Salad Spinner Fireworks
www.myveryeducatedmother.com #MemorialDaycrafts #redwhiteandblue #crafts #recipes #4thofJuly
  1. Vicki O’Dell The Creative Goddess: Patriotic T-Shirt
  2. Yesterday On Tuesday: Vintage Sparkler Party Favors
  3. A Night Owl Blog: Patriotic Tulle Flag Wreath
  4. Crazy Little Projects: 4th of July Garland
  5. Seven Alive: Patriotic Filigree Earrings
  6. Dreaming-n-Color: Paint Stick Stars Banner and Door Décor
  7. The Scrap Shoppe: Land of the Free Printable
  8. A Little Tipsy: Patriotic Burlap Ruffle Table runner
  9. Setting For Four: American Flag Painted Tea Tin
  10. My Repurposed Life: Easy Peasy 4th of July Flag
www.myveryeducatedmother.com #America #oldglory #flags #crafts #4thofJuly
  1. Yesterday On Tuesday: Red, White, & Blue Garland
  2. A Pumpkin & A Princess: Patriotic Paper Windsock
  3. Reasons to Skip the Housework: Nestle Star Cookies
  4. Creative Green Living: A Natural Mom’s Guide to 4th of July Celebrating
  5. The Scrap Shoppe: Burlap & Denim Ruffled Patriotic Wreath
  6. Crazy Little Projects: Red, White, and Blue Tie Dye
  7. Chase The Star: 4th of July Mason Jars
  8. The Country Chic Cottage: American Flag Décor
  9. A Night Owl Blog: 4th of July Mantel
  10. A Little Tipsy: Stars and Stripes Pillow
@mvemother #4thofJuly #patrioticprojects #crafts #Americana
  1. The Scrap Shoppe: Patriotic Doily Banner
  2. Crazy Little Projects: 4th of July Apron Tutorial
  3. BHG: Chocolate Berry Meringue
  4. Mama Miss: Fourth of July Homemade Gummi Candies
  5. Creative Green Living: 4th of July Pennant Wreath
  6. Uncommon Designs: 4th of July Apothecary Jars
  7. Vicki O’Dell The Creative Goddess: Easy Patriotic Card or Invitation
  8. Martha Stewart: 4th of July Bike Parade
  9. The Shed: Vintage, Patriotic, Heart Box
  10. Dreaming–n-Color: Paint Stick Flag
www.myveryeducatedmother.com #FlagDay #4thofJuly #Americana #redwhiteandblue #recipes #crafts
  1. Sew Woodsy: Mod Podge Patriotic Photo Plaque
  2. The Scrap Shoppe: Mini Patriotic Wreath Pin
  3. Crazy Little Projects: Patriotic Popcorn
  4. Martha Stewart: Rocket Favor Packets
  5. The Country Chic Cottage: $5 4th of July Wreath
  6. Uncommon Designs: Burlap Flag Banner
  7. Carolyn’s Homework: Bandana Boats
  8. Mama Miss: Patriotic Pinwheel w/Free Printable
  9. A Little Tipsy: Patriotic Ribbon Topiary
  10. My Repurposed Life: Easy Peasy Wooden Firecrackers
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Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Tin Can Creatures

Tin Can Creatures via My Very Educated Mother #recycle #upcycle #yardart

This is a project I’ve been working on here and there for over a month now, I’m sure my husband will be glad these cans have finally found a home outside.


Friday, May 10, 2013

I’m Over At Keeping It Simple Today

My Very Educated Mother's Magnetic Desk Caddie #teacherappreciation #desk #magnetic

It feels like I’ve been MIA this week but I assure you, I’ve been working on some behind the scenes projects and you’re going to love them! In the mean while I’m guest posting over at Keeping It Simple! The Magnetic Desk Caddie I’m sharing would make a perfect gift for the teacher’s in your life and despite its appearance it is very quick and easy to make!

Hope you guys have a great weekend!

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Monday, May 6, 2013

A Home Remedy For Frizzy Hair

My Very Educated Mother Fighting #Frizz #DIY Style


I have naturally curly hair, and though I have finally grown to love it, one thing I don’t appreciate is the frizz that comes with it. Let’s face it, frizz is something we all battle and we are always happy when we find a quick and easy home remedy that works and if we’re feeling particularly smitten with a tip we might even share it.