Happy Spring!!!

Now that the long winter has ended and warmer weather is gracing our days, you notice yourself going out more, accepting more invitations to get-togethers and find yourself seated at some dinner parties so you might be needing some nice, easy Spring-like hostess gifts for these impromptu meets. Or maybe you made so many excuses to spend time outdoors you find yourself in dire need of a last minute birthday present that doesn’t scream “I forgot!”

Photo courtesy of Paper Source

A great solution? Read this wonderful Paper Source how-to on creating an easy centerpiece and personalize it so that it becomes a gift worthy creation that is perfect for your recipient! …read more

The holidays are filled with peace, joy, love and lots of wrapping! A lot of people hate to wrap gifts but practice really does make better. I’m living proof! And, honestly, once you get better it becomes less of a chore and a more creative endeavor so, stop being Scrooge-like and get into the spirit of giving and wrap your presents with care…your loved ones will appreciate your time and effort!

photo credit: Terra Vermelha

So, you want to know how to tie a bow? Click away for instructions!

Paper Source has done a nice little demo for you, with pictures and everything. I tend to visit Paper Source frequently because if you want to do something crafty and creative they have the goods. If you need a little inspiration, they have workshops and samples and demos. You could do something on the cheap or spend a bunch, depending on your mood (and budget). They’ve got the most beautiful papers so if you have something that needs to look really gorgeous, they have all sorts of exotic and unusual wrappings of amazing quality.

No matter what kind of paper …read more