Life in the Mommy Lane by Riche Holmes Grant
3 Christmas Table Tree Decorations that Bring the Bling 0
With simple materials from your local crafts store, you can create eye-catching Christmas table decorations that add an impressive wow-factor to your holiday table -- in just a few steps! Photo by Riche Holmes Grant Fringe Benefits Sparkly silver fringe and a topper made from deconstructed garland make this Christmas table decoration a stunning focal point. Measure the circumference of your cone in 1.5-inch sections from the bottom to the top before purchasing the fringe so that you don't over- or under- buy. Photo by Riche Holmes Grant Materials Papier mache cone of desired...- Riche Holmes Grant
- Categories: Christmas DIY + Crafts Family Fun Home + Style
BambiniWare at the White House for Christmas 0
When I told toddler boss that we were going to see the Christmas decorations at the White House, she asked me if "Michelle" was going to be there. Apparently, they are on a first name basis thanks to the First Lady's appearance on Doc McStuffins. In case you missed that episode, she really does say, "You can call me 'Michelle.'" So cool on so many levels. Although Michelle couldn't join us due to officially FLOTUS business, we did see the First Family's Portuguese Water Dogs, Bo and Sunny, on our way in. I took way too...- Riche Holmes Grant
- Categories: Christmas Family Fun
How to Make Popsicle Stick Ornaments (That Don't Look Like Popsicle Stick Ornaments) 0
Popsicle sticks make a cool winter comeback with these sparkly snowflake ornaments! Our favorite metallic and glitter paints bring the bling, while layering adds dazzling depth to the snowflakes. Even your tree will be (more) green with envy when you're all done! Popsicle stick ornaments are fun, family-friendly holiday crafts that are easy to make with just a few steps. Snowflakes are the perfect thing to make since there's no cutting involved. In our version, we opted to use two different precut sizes. Ultimately, it's all about how you dress and arrange the sticks that...- Riche Holmes Grant
Giving Thanks with a Gratitude Basket 0
Our family started a new Thanksgiving tradition this year with a gratitude basket pictured below. Toddler boss and I made it to the crafts store just in time (10/31) to grab the last of the fall-themed items before the Christmas turnover. Sad, but true. Throughout the month of November, we've asked each person present in our home, including extended family and friends, to take a moment to think about something that s/he is thankful for and write it down on a notecard to place in the basket. It's now Thanksgiving Day and our basket is literally overflowing...- Riche Holmes Grant
- Categories: DIY + Crafts Family Fun Home + Style
The Chicest of Pumpkin Decorating Ideas? Decoupaging It with fabric! 0
Can a pumpkin make a fashion statement? Absolutely, with the right pumpkin decorating ideas. This stylish transformation requires decoupaging your ordinary pumpkin with cool fabric and adorning it with a gorgeous braided stem wrap. Try this on for size! MATERIALS Small to medium-size pumpkin (real or faux) Flat craft paintbrush Martha Stewart Crafts Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Craft Paint in Beetle Black 1/4-1/2 yard of lightweight fabric (depending on pumpkin size) Fabric scissors Medium-size foam brush Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage Glue 8-12 inches of black braid (depending on stem size) Glue gun HOW TO MAKE THE...- Riche Holmes Grant
- Categories: DIY + Crafts Family Fun Home + Style
