Birthdays: Cakes and Decorations

  • A Treasure Chest Gift Box From Recycled Plastic Containers!

    Recycle those plastic containers that often hold sprouts or other fruits and vegetables, and make adorable gift boxes in just a few steps! I came up with this idea because we've been eating lots of sprouts lately, including soy bean sprouts (among others) that come in plastic containers like these. And of course I just…

  • Make A Festive Spring Bouquet With Crepe Paper Flowers!

     Mexican-style crepe paper flowers are simple to make, and look great as a festive spring bouquet. If you weren't convinced by my previous post, maybe you will be now? Find the right container (my footed urn works really well) fill it with marbles and/or small rocks, and simply poke the stems of your flowers…

  • Setting The Table For A Mexican-Style Fiesta —For Purim or Anytime!

    Guess what friends, here's the crafting finale that I've been planning— now it's time to set the table for our Mexican-style fiesta! And Purim is three weeks away, so there's still time to make something this fun and festive happen at your house! It all starts with the right tablecloth, in this case a Mexican…

  • A Whimsical Painted Fruit Centerpiece Will Make Them Smile!

      A painted Styrofoam fruit centerpiece is not only adorable but a super fun project for all ages. While I originally thought this would be the perfect centerpiece for a summer barbe-que, I decided that it would also be great for a Mexican style Purim fiesta, so here you have it. And I have to…

  • Mexican Style Crepe Paper Flowers….Gorgeous!

    I can't explain it, but Mexican style folded crepe paper flowers never looked so good, believe me they are gorgeous! I am honestly planning to fill the house with them for Purim…..decorating the tops of frames, attached to the arms of my chandelier and pouring out of tall vases like these. Oh, and I'm planning…

  • Clowning Around: A Simple & Fun Paper Clown Project For Kids!

    Colorful paper clown faces make great decorations for Purim or even your next circus themed party! My kids loved this project so much that it kept them busy for several evenings on the dining room table. I'd love to show you better photos, but with the rainy weather this week, we'll have to settle for…

  • Creative Recycled Packaging Ideas: A Round-Up For Purim From The Archives!

    Yes, Purim is coming so I thought I'd get a start by showing you some of  my favorites from last year. These ideas can all be used for Mishloach Manot, the gifts of food we give to friends, neighbors, co-workers, teachers etc. on Purim. And of course they can also be used as gift packaging…

  • A Festive Bunting From Your Punched Paper Leftovers!

    Yes, quick paper bunting, or paper garlands, or party banners, in your favorite colors, made from what used to be garbage! But not anymore, right? Now you know better— never throw away the scraps from your punching adventures….you can use them to make a super quick and colorful bunting! And I'm sure you know this,…

  • A Fun Winter Fruit Arrangement That Kids Can Make!

    As you can see, kids can make fun arrangements or centerpieces using citrus fruits and dried fruit! And then Mom can complete the look with a large arrangement of her own, and wow, what a great combination! It's so easy, and doesn't really require an explanation right? I'll just add that the orange and pomella…

  • Crafting With Vegetables: A Humorous Eggplant Centerpiece!

    Crafting with vegetables? A centerpiece using eggplant? Do these things happen to anyone else, or is it just me? Remember the potato creatures craft? And now eggplant? But just look at that hair, it's perfect! And it all happened very innocently as I was about to put this eggplant into the over to make my…

  • No-Bake Cookie Balls (Simple Chocolate Rum Balls): A Dessert Kids Can Make!

    My seven year old wanted to bring a cake for his class Chanukah party. He doesn't understand that baking is really not my preferred use of time, and therefore I'm really no expert. I have a few basic recipes that are good and keep the family happy when cake is required! How about a cake…

  • Having A Hanukkah Party? Make A Mini-Dreidel Bunting!

    Make your Hanukkah gathering super cute with this Hanukkah mini-dreidel bunting! Generally used on a cake, mini buntings are popping up all over the place, so I really don't know who was the originator of this adorable idea…..I made this one today to adorn my husband's birthday cake, my first mini-bunting, and I'm sold! I've…