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Taylor Swift fans have been making and trading friendship bracelets like mad at her concerts this summer. The tradition started when Swift released the song “You’re On Your Own, [...]

Midsummer is a time of celebration in many cultures around the world. It is a time to welcome the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, and to enjoy the abundance of nature. Midsummer is [...]

Candle making is a fun and rewarding hobby that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It’s also a great way to save money on candles, and you can even make a profit by selling your candles. [...]

It’s almost Teacher Appreciation Week, and we can think of so many reasons why it is well deserved! Before you reflexively pick up a generic gift card, take a moment to consider the possibilities [...]

Dyed Easter eggs are a fun and festive tradition that people of all ages can enjoy. However, many commercial egg dyes contain synthetic chemicals that can be harmful to the environment and even [...]

Have you always wanted to try making your own soaps, but had no idea where to begin? What follows is a beginner’s guide to making cold process soaps. Once you have all this information down, all [...]

The answer to that question is truly up to you, and your reading retreat group! It can be as organized and structured as you wish, or as open and free as you desire. A reading retreat is simply a [...]

Anyone can learn to knit! It doesn’t take some special crafting gene, and you don’t need superhuman dexterity (or even a lot of patience). You just need to follow a few basic rules and, most [...]

It’s that time of year again!  There’s a TON of things to do. Hang up your stockings…wrap all those presents…gulp gallons of hot chocolate…decorate your Christmas tree…and then keep your baby [...]

A cornucopia, also known as a horn of plenty, symbolizes abundance and a bountiful harvest, associated with Thanksgiving. If you have been looking for a cornucopia to use as a centerpiece for [...]