These paper lanterns are surprisingly simple to make!  Even if you don’t celebrate Chinese New Year this weekend, I think they make for a fun project on a cold day.  All you need is paper (shiny is nice but not a must!) and fasteners.  Click here for detailed instructions.  This idea comes from a newsletter that I really love and receive weekly in my Inbox.  Kids Craft Weekly provides you with great ideas and simple projects that you can make at home with your kids..and it’s free.

Another favourite by Martha Steward…these beautiful hearts are made from wax paper and crayon bits.  Speaking of wax paper, am I the only one who has recently baked on wax instead of parchment or are there other mamas out there??

Martha has done it again.  Check out this cute DIY card for Valentine’s Day.  Click here for more information.

I ran into this adorable Tom Arma costume and thought it might be something rather simple to make if you have a white snowsuit for your baby.  I would also very much like to mention that I want to eat this baby’s face.  See more costume ideas here.

Who has time for writing heartfelt cards?  All that white space overwhelms me.  Time to get some personalized gift labels for the holidays or any other occasion.  The label can say whatever you want.  15% off until Oct. 31st @ Honeybunch.  Sign up for their newsletter and receive a $5 coupon…which makes shipping almost free!

I found this adorable costume on Etsy.  For more costume ideas, see my Holiday Goods section in the column on the left.  Maybe some of you are crafty mamas who can whip up a home-made costume.

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Ok…this one is a little more complicated but is bound to be THE head-turner!  This could also be an amazing costume for an adult.  You will need to see the step-by-step instructions to realize that it can be done more easily than you imagined.

What a great last-minute Halloween costume!  This kid makes me laugh.  All you need is some toy cars, Velcro and electrical tape.  Here are more detailed instructions if you still don’t get it

It’s all about the tutus for this Halloween!  Check out this adorable clown costume   You can be creative and put it together yourself, or buy it on Etsy from Lulabugs1 Shop for $40US.