I recently stumbled across this photo of a hand-crafted mobile made from some branches, silver wire and paper that’s been cut into star shapes. This idea is so fresh and unique and would add a lot of drama to a holiday table. A New Years Eve party would be a perfect setting for it. There [...]

The Christmas Deer card by evie s. is half off of the original price right now for post-Christmas liquidation. This offer is valid while supplies last, so take advantage of this great deal! This is a terrific way to get stocked up on next years holiday greeting cards.
Say your seasons greetings in style with an [...]

I hope everyone had a pleasant holiday filled with joy, love, and giving! I’m happy to be getting back in the groove of things but still enjoying an easy pace before the New Year hits.
I tried out this craft from Martha Stewart Living and wanted to share the results. These salt and pepper shakers were [...]

Beauty can certainly be found on eBay in these Vintage Noritake Salt Pepper Shakers. These caught my eye because of the gold (I’m really into gold right now) flower design on the silky smooth opalescent surface. So elegant and beautiful.

For those last minute gift wrappers needing a boost of inspiration, here are some great gift tag ideas and designs.
From left to right:
Handmade gift tags from Krystal Lamoureux [ Via freshlyblended ] // Pattern Gift Tags by Elfrida [ Via freshlyblended ] // Long Skinny Gift Tags from Hammerpress

Are you looking for some cheap and easy table decorations for your Christmas Eve dinner? evie s. has created a free downloadable graphic Christmas tree that you can easily print out on an 8.5 x 11 piece of paper. These paper trees are so festive and such a great craft to make! And I love [...]

Remember making dioramas in elementary school? I do, and I loved created a mini three dimensional world of my own creation. Imagine my happiness when I found these fancy Tatebanko Paper Diorama Kits. Pictured is a depiction of The Great Wave off Kanagawa. Mine were never this beautiful, but I’m tempted to try my hand [...]

Part of the goal with evie s. is to be able to incorporate ways of giving back to global causes. One thing close to my heart is children. The needy, the suffering, the hungry and homeless kids around the world who need hope and care. All profits from the Lovely India card in the evie [...]

I love this gift wrap from Funnel Paper Goods. Their original printed patterns are inspired by thoughts of ancient, vinyl-padded patio furniture, well-worn flannel pj’s and musty books intended to dress-up the event of Christmas. With designs named “Uncle Bob’s Pajamas” and “Dottie’s Decor,” the patterns are whimsical and unique. It’s also a nice departure [...]

Scouring the web for the most creative and beautiful gift wrap ideas, I’ve found 3 great genres of style and design to choose from.

Colorful Vintage [ Via Creature Comforts ]
Simple & Elegant
Graphic Black & White

I also love this DIY idea for gift tags.
Photo courtesy of Danielle Thompson.