There’s nothing like a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. You plan for months, sometimes years, then go on the trip of your dreams where you learn the local customs, visit the tourist places, enjoy the foods the area is famous for and take pictures. Lots of pictures. Lots and lots of pictures. You’ll need several albums just to… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Home Decor
Kool Tak™ Look Into the Future Mirror
I love color. It’s that simple. I know that I share a memory with thousands of people across the world of opening a new box of crayons: the perfect points, the scent of wax and the colors of the rainbow. I still get that thrill, whether it’s a 64-color box of wax heaven or the… Continue Reading
KoolTak Haunted Cottage
Autumn has finally arrived with a little nip in the air in the mornings, but still getting warm in the afternoons here in Tennessee. This weather always reminds me of camping, raking leaves and the aroma of pumpkin pies baking. Before we can get into the Thanksgiving season, All Hallows’ Eve or Halloween, will make… Continue Reading
DIY Fancy Fall Leaves Mailbox
Nothing says autumn like falling leaves. They’re fun to play in, a pain to rake, and not so pretty if you just have leaves that turn brown, but the falling leaves on this mailbox will stay pretty for a long time to come. This fun and easy DIY fancy fall leaves mailbox will be the talk of… Continue Reading
Summer Celebration Party Decor!
We’re rapidly approaching Labor Day, the end of lazy summer days, trips to the beach and catching lightning bugs after dark. What better way to celebrate than hosting the last summer fling for family and friends? A Celebration This invitation is designed to be memorable and mouth-watering. It’s quick and easy, and the PDF files… Continue Reading
DIY Birthday Bouquet
Have you ever noticed how many people are born in September? It seems as though everyone knows at least three people who have September birthdays. My September Birthday Buddies include friends Emma, Sherry, Jackie and David, as well as my wonderful son Michael. At least one of them will receive this cool Birthday Bouquet, made… Continue Reading
Girl’s Room Decor: Flower Garden Garland
Here’s a cheerful project that will keep a little girl’s hands busy while making a sweet personalized garland for her room. My little niece has a new room with freshly painted walls which are just begging to be decorated. And I thought that this would be a fun summer craft to make outside with her – we’d be inspired by… Continue Reading
Fourth of July Centerpiece
The Fourth of July celebrates the best thing about living in America: the freedom we hold so dear, and our Independence Day is one of the biggest celebrations of the year. We have parties, shoot fireworks and get misty-eyed when we hear the Star Spangled Banner, America the Beautiful or God Bless the USA. This… Continue Reading
Memorial Day Banner
Memorial Day Banner (or any special occasion!) Memorial Day kicks off the beginning of summer in America. We host back yard barbecues, head to the lake, shop the Memorial Day sales or just sit back and enjoy a holiday from the nine-to-five drudgery. But Memorial Day is much more than that. It’s a time to… Continue Reading
Springtime Decorated Wooden Popsicle Stick Box
If you’re looking for a project to make with a child, here’s a fun one! When I was little, my aunts taught me how to make these little boxes out of wooden popsicle sticks and once I knew how – there was no stopping me. I remember making them for all my teachers who would… Continue Reading