I went to my local Dollar Tree and I was amazed at the fabulous options they had for Valentine candy. I decided with such great Chocolates to pick from, all I needed was a candy bouquet. I also noticed a few items I hadn't considered using in a bouquet before, so I took home some supplies that I thought would look nice together and taste delicious and created this fun Valentine bouquet.
The secret to making an easy bouquet was the balloon holders. They are like large strong straws and they are the perfect sticks.
Top 10
reasons a diy candy bouquet is the perfect low budget gift:
It's a thoughtful and personal gift. When you make a candy
bouquet yourself, you're putting a lot of thought and effort into it. The
recipient will appreciate the time and care you took to make them
something special.
It's a delicious gift. Who doesn't love candy? A candy bouquet
is the perfect way to give someone a sweet treat.
It's a versatile gift. You can make a candy bouquet for any
occasion, from birthdays to holidays.
It's a budget-friendly gift. Candy bouquets are relatively
inexpensive to make, especially if you use store-bought candy.
It's an easy gift to make. Even if you're not crafty, you can
make a candy bouquet. Just follow a few simple instructions and you'll be
good to go.
It's a gift that everyone will love. Candy bouquets are perfect
for people of all ages.
It's a gift that can be enjoyed immediately. There's no need to
wait for a special occasion to enjoy a candy bouquet. The recipient can
start eating it right away.
It's a gift that can be displayed. A candy bouquet is a
beautiful and eye-catching gift that can be displayed on a coffee table or
mantel.
It's a gift that can be shared. A candy bouquet is the perfect
gift for a party or get-together. Everyone can enjoy a piece of the sweet
treat.
It's a gift that will be remembered. A candy bouquet is a
unique and thoughtful gift that the recipient will cherish for years to
come.
If you're looking for a
low budget gift that is both thoughtful and delicious, a diy candy bouquet is
the perfect choice.
My family loves doing projects. I have granddaughters, ages 2 and 4 who automatically know if they are coming to grandma's house, chances are we will be doing some sort of project together. I love referring to whatever we are working on as projects because that could be work, play, cooking, cleaning, or just about anything I decide. Creating an environment of learning and service, with some fun sprinkled in, helps us all go away feeling happy, uplifted and encouraged and our time together is well spent.
This weeks "PROJECT" included making Gnome Valentine Cards out of basic simple supplies already on hand. If you don't have these basic items, a stop at your Dollar Tree/Walmart will be the only places you will need to go to pick up the items needed.
The fun is in the doing.
Below you will find some free printable Gnome patterns that when colored in, can create many different master pieces. We chose to make 12 cards. Once they were done, it was time to decide who to give them to. Primary teachers, pre-school teachers, friends, family, neighbors, the mailman, or just about anyone who pops into your mind is a great start. The handmade card is a gift in and of itself. We did make a few sucker bouquets to give to pre-school friends to go along with the cards.
So join in the fun. Make a card, and share this out where you can. Tag a friend who you think would also enjoy making Gnome Valentine Cards.
It's time to heart attach a friend or neighbor. Make a dozen easy hearts and then surprise someone with a note and hearts all over their door. A heart attack is the perfect way to brighten someone's day.
It's been 3 years since I painted my kitchen countertops and I'm still in love with them. This was the best DIY project I have ever done. Love Love Love.
I absolutely love Christmas Box Lights. I made some large ones for my front porch and I will give details of those lights in a future post, but todays light box design came from the knowledge I had from making large light boxes, but I miniaturized them into small boxes that can enhance any bookshelf, table, or shelf. The other part that makes these decorations so fantastic is they can be made from items you pick up at your local dollar store.
The supplies you will need are: Popsicle sticks, glue, paperclips, Dollar Store lights, foil tissue paper and some ribbon. I made dozens of these in lots of different colors but the cost breakdown is under $2 dollars each once you have all the supplies.
I love creating and making my own gifts, but this one came out of a dire need. One day I looked at my bathroom counter, with all my makeup strung about and thought to myself, there has to be a better way. When I put my makeup in a container of some kind, it is time consuming, jumbled up and not very effective. In the morning when I am getting ready I find myself searching to find the perfect brush, or the exact eyeshadow I was looking for. I realized I would prefer to have an entire makeup station where each item had a home. The problem with this logic, is that means my bathroom counter looks like a bomb went off all the time. I finally realized it was time to create a solution to my dilemma. That is when the magnetic makeup station idea came to my mind. I have used the Dollar Tree makeup stands in the past, but they come in little sections so every time I wanted to clear the counter and move them, it is big chore. Also, they tend to get top heavy and tip over and with the brushes standing up, they don't really fit in a drawer. That is when I figured out the best solution would be to create a magnetic makeup station that can be easily moved to a shelf on the wall when not in use. If I blinged out the station enough, it would then look like a decoration rather than a huge mess. So out of necessity, I created the Magnetic Makeup Station. It turned out so beautiful, I decided to make a few extras and give them away as Christmas gifts.
Dollar Tree DIY
Paint Cookie Sheet Black
Glue and Glitter Glam it Up
It's an easy 5 minute craft
Lots of glue and glitter on the bottom
Glue and Glitter on the Sides is also Fun
Beautiful
Portable Makeup Station Can easily be moved to a shelf
