[DIY + photo by Almost Makes Perfect.] Knowing that many of us are probably planning or attending backyard parties this weekend, I’ve rounded up 20 fresh DIY ideas perfect for barbecues and patio parties over at Momtastic! From this awesome patterned picnic blanket to pretty candles and backyard games, I’ve got every aspect of your …
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by Caitlin, Marla and Manda of The Merrythought I know it’s hard to believe, but 2014 is really just a couple weeks away! Time to think about a pretty new wall calendar for your home – or just a fun present to give next week! Linen Calendar graphic (Download ours here) Iron-on fabric transfer Iron Pencil …
This DIY wooden candle centerpiece makes a beautiful addition to your home or patio. Use your favorite candles to create beautiful ambience in any room of the house! One of my favorite places to source inspiration for home DIY projects is at my local hardware store or with a trip to the local home improvement …
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by Kelly Lanza It’s back to school season and I always think it’s a super sweet idea to have a very special first day of school breakfast! That’s where these pencil drink stirrers come in. No, I am not asking you to put actual pencils in your kiddo’s milk. (Please don’t do that!) These faux …
In preparation for a few new little tweaks to the site, I’ve been working on sifting through a bunch of old posts and couldn’t resist sharing a handful of favorite DIY projects from the archives. For the last few years my amazing team of contributors (Jenny, Chelsea, Alice, Kelly and Stephanie) and I have cranked out …
I’ve got a fun bit of news for you today! As of tomorrow morning, I am so excited to welcome Kelly Lanza of Studio DIY as a DIY contributor here at The Sweetest Occasion. Kelly consistently dreams up incredibly fun and festive party crafts that are honestly just too cute for words and I’m thrilled …
by Chelsea Costa Friends, I’ve had the absolute best time being a contributor here for Cyd and The Sweetest Occasion, but the time has come for me to move along! This will be my last DIY post here, and so what better way to celebrate than with a sweet little “Bon Voyage” garland? Supplies – …
by Chelsea Costa It’s that time of year! The time when the weather is warming up and people are just itching to socialize. So the next time you’re playing hostess to the gang, whip up these little swizzle sticks and pop them in everyone’s drink. Undoubtedly, you’ll be the belle of the ball. Supplies – …
by Chelsea Costa Here it is, folks – the final installment of our dinner party tablescape series! For the first two posts, click here and here; if you’re all caught up, read on. Today we’re finishing off our table with a colorblock centerpiece! For your centerpiece, grab some items that you can wrap with embroidery thread. They …
by Jenny Batt Today’s DIY resulted from all the things I have been obsessing about lately – geometric shapes, metallic finishes, leather and twine! You know what they say – diamonds are a girl’s best friend! Today we’re making leather necklace favors for your next girl’s night out! For a little double duty action, just …
Hey loves! It’s Chelsea from Lovely Indeed, with the first in a series of DIY posts about putting together an absolutely awesome dinner party table setting. Over the next few weeks I’ll hit you with tips for everything from the place cards to the centerpieces, but today we’re starting with some killer colorblock napkin rings. Supplies …