I love jewelry that tells a story and my new StoryBook Bracelet does just that. Almost more a piece of art than a "wear everyday" sort of piece. The story starts with the fact that I just cannot resist anything tiny! Over the years, I have amassed quite a collection of miniatures, trinkets and tiny memorabilia. I always figure that I will find a way to use these tiny treasures in my artwork, and now I have! This bracelet really draws in the viewer. Part Alice in Wonderland -

Beads of all sorts are so intriguing to me! When I saw the DIY blog on Etsy that showed how to make this statement necklace of paper beads, I was smitten! Check out the Etsy blog here for instructions on how to make this fun project! This was a great and inexpensive project for the kids too! They really loved cutting and gluing the beads, as well as seeing the stunning finished product! #etsyblog #DIY #paperbeads #craft #craftsforkids #Craftsforkids #craftsforkidshandpainte

I just love funny and friendly looking monsters! I recently was inspired to make this cute little guy and I created a pattern and instructions so that you can make one for yourself - or a gift! This is a great craft for kids who are starting to learn hand sewing. I plan to use this project as our next craft kit donation for our Crafts-For-Kids.org project. The instructions are thorough enough that this is a perfect beginner sewing project. It can also work for intermediate

We ride our bikes a lot as a family. My husband and I have child seats for the kids that attach right in front of our seats, so the kids get to ride with the wind in their faces too! And, I can't lie, I do love all the 'oooohhhhhhhh! That's so cute!' comments we recevie as we whiz by others on the path. There is a great bike parth around a lake right by our house and we bike it several times a week. A bell is a great thing to have on this path as it can sometimes be busy

About the time of the first snow, I am really starting to miss my garden! Forcing bulbs inside is a great way for me to enjoy some winter gardening and the kids love it! The bulbs seem to grow amost by the hour and you can really watch the roots systems grow. Fun, beautiful and educational...the triple threat of family activities! All you need is a glass container of some sort, some rocks and your bulbs. I got mine at a garden nursery. Rinse rocks so they are clean...fil