Monthly Archives: April 2014

Easy Bird Art for Kids

Posted on April 29, 2014 by Phyllis

This may look difficult, but “Easy Bird Art for Kids” is actually doable for many preschool through primary age kids. It gives practice with cutting and math skills, too. Continue reading →

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Tiptoe Through the Tulips!

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Phyllis

Tiptoe through the tulips in Washington state at the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Colorful photos of the plantings at the RoozenGarde. Continue reading →

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Spring Idea House 2014 – Part 4

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Phyllis

Walk with me into the living room and sun-room from the Spring Idea House 2014! Continue reading →

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Spring Idea House 2014 – Part 3

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Phyllis

Come with me for a peek into the Spring Idea House Part 3, where we enter a bedroom, den/reading room, hallway, and small bathroom. Many of the ideas, the decorators used, have the ability to be incorporated into your own home. Continue reading →

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Lemon Angel Pie

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Phyllis

When Spring arrives, my dessert cravings turn to the flavors of lemon. One of my favorites is Lemon Angel Pie. It is so lemony, light, delicious and easy to make! Continue reading →

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Spring Idea House 2014 – Part 2

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Phyllis

Today’s tour of the Spring Idea House takes us through the dining room and kitchen. This is an old house so some of the ideas are unique to this house, but certainly can be altered to fit other places in your home. Continue reading →

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Easter Napkin Ring Clips

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Phyllis

I like to coordinate my table for any occasion. With these easy Easter Napkin Ring Clips, you can use any Easter theme. They are quick and easy to make. No special skills necessary. With a glue gun in hand, you can do it! (Tacky Glue works fine, too.) Continue reading →

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Spring Idea House 2014 – Part 1

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Phyllis

The Spring Idea House 2014 in our area is always a treat for creative minds! There are new twists and ideas to start your own creative juices flowing. This old house is redone each season by several decorators Continue reading →

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