I don't know about you, but I like to bring little hostess gifts when I'm invited for dinners and parties. But, I don't have the time, energy, or money to do anything fancy. So, I ...
Crafts & DIY
Easy homemade crafts great for home decor, diy gifts, and kids. You'll find great projects for rainy days, updating your home, and making a special gift for someone you love.
Printable Thank you Cards
Raise your hand if your Christmas tree is in your living room amongst clean laundry that needs folding. Or, if you still have twinkle lights getting pushed about on your counter. Or...if your ...
Easy Origami Envelope
You can make an envelope out of magazines, cardstock, paper, even the funnies! Create unique and personalized cards with matching envelopes with this easy tutorial. All you need to do is fold! I ...
How to turn a plastic toy into a toothbrush holder
There are those moments when you need to do something ridiculous for no other reason than because it makes you smile. I hope you have those moments-- I hope that you act on them. I did. As a result of ...
How to make an herb dryer for the window
I have a cool cool project for you today!! This is my herb dryer that I use in my apartment. It's temporary and easy to make which makes it perfect for our rental! My summer herbs are drying on it and ...
DIY pipe lamp (anthro-inspired)
I'm featuring my Anthropologie inspired DIY Pipe lamp, my favorite project, as the project of the year for NellieBellie in 2013! Thanks readers for making this year a fabulous year and cheers to 2014! ...
How to make dolls from paintsticks
I had this plan for quite some time of creating a set of peg dolls. For whom, and why...no clue. But, that's not the point. The point is that I adore those wooden peg dolls and needed to make a set. ...
chalkboard trees for Christmas
The Christmas decor is on a diet this year around here. We have a candy covered Christmas tree (more on that on another post!), Advent calendar wall, Santa key, Joy plaque, and red and white ...
How to make a chalkboard notebook
Do you find it difficult to come up with clever, inexpensive gift ideas for kids? Especially ones that you can make? I do. It's so much easier to create handmade gifts for adults. Food, wine, pretty ...
Three Christmas Ornaments
I could have drug this post out into 3 posts. One post per ornament. But, come on...I've got other great stuff to post this month and you have other stuff to read! Let's put these quick and easy ...
How to make Santa keys (free printable)
It was a sad Tuesday evening when Levi discovered that our new apartment didn't have a chimney. Technically, it has a chimney. But, it has long since been closed up and plastered over. He wasn't ...
Handmade gift ideas from & for the kitchen
Another gallery of handmade gifts to give you inspiration and ideas for your own gift-giving this year! From easy fudge, to mini cake stands, and spinach pesto. Some of my favorite and best gift ...
How to make easy ornaments (with Sharpies)
I'm not really a Christmas decoration kind of person. I love them in the store...so pretty! But, I'm not keen on buying things with such a short look-at-value in my home. Same thing with making ...
How to make a monogram ornament.
Sometimes I run across something while perusing pretty things that speaks to me. These glitter monogram ornaments from Pottery Barn spoke to me. They said..."you can make these so much cheaper!". When ...
How to make a gift bag
Simple steps to make a gift bag: Today's video tutorial is a good one and I daresay I'm getting a bit better at these!! I'm starting in on Christmas preparation with these adorable gift bags! ...
How to make breast cancer awareness pumpkins (video tutorial)
Another great "Save the Boobies" project... ...
How to make a sofa arm tray.
I have another great space saving solution for you today! In our new apartment, space is limited. And while we have room for a coffee table if we squish it in, we decided not to squish. But on game ...
How to make a spice rack (from a silverware drawer)
Hello!!! Today is my visit to The Shabby Creek Cottage. Gina still lets me hang out there once a month ( I know..cxrazy!) Today, I'm bring along the spice rack I made for my kitchen. You won't believe ...
Simpe steps to make a Game Day Scarf (no-sew)
It's Football Friday!! I don't know about you all...but I'm ready for the weekend! Fall is here in MN and it is so beautiful! I'm looking forward to some apple cider, football, and blankets! In prep ...
How to paint dishes.
Good morning fine ones! Here is a public service reminder of what a little paint can do to update your tired serving dishes. A little all-surface paint from dear Martha, a stencil from Handmade ...
Simple steps to make a Rhinestone Game Day shirt
Happy Friday guys!! Happy Football Friday! Are you getting ready for the game this weekend? I am!! I have my Beer Party, my Guac, and my chocolate cake. And oh boy am I excited about today's guest! ...
How to make a trick or treat bag (no-sew)
Today is a quick craft for Halloween, a Craft Lightning craft. In 15 minutes you can turn a pillow case into an adorable Trick or Treat bag without sewing. No-sewing...dream words right there! “We ...
How to make a magazine leaf wreath
Recycle magazines and turn them into a fantastic magazine wreath!! This project is simple, inexpensive, and easy. But...it does take time! So...find your favorite movie on Netflix and get to it! The ...
How to make a vintage roll-up map (from a shade)
I adore, adore, adore the roll-up vintage maps. Adore! But, alas...they are beyond my budget. And difficult to find. So, when blinds.com offered me a chance to craft with one of their shades I jumped ...
How to make a message center (for rentals)
In this new apartment, with so many schedules, activities, paperwork, and paperwork needing to be organized a Message/Command center is extremely important. But when renting, a message center ...
How to make a pumpkin topiary
Today let's talk pumpkins. And topiaries. And Dollar Tree. A patched pumpkin topiary with pumpkins from the Dollar Tree. Yes, these cute Styrofoam pumpkins are $1 from the Dollar Tree. I should have ...
Quick & Easy file boxes
Here in our new apartment we've been scrambling like mad to get ready for school to start. One of the things that I realized would be a bit of an issue with the no paint, no DIY, and no holes in the ...
How to make anthro-inspired pencils.
I'm not sure when you all start school (I believe many have already started! yikes!) but we start TODAY here in Minnesota (said like this...minne-sOt-dah). My kids are anxious for their new schools ...
DIY magic wand.
Every little kid needs a magic wand! This one is terribly easy to make. Just send them off to find the perfect stick for a magic wand! And for a little girl...try using ribbon instead of ...
How to update your rental kitchen cabinets with wallpaper
Hello lovelies! I'm in the midst of moving and grabbed Wi-fi long enough to bring you this guest post from the lovely Jessi! Please be sure to pop over to her site and show her love and thanks for ...
an easy Lego Mini-figure display
In keeping with moving and travel going on in the life of NellieBellie (that's me!) I am very excited to create a great way for my 10 year old son to commemorate our travels and ...
Desktop Sandbox for oodles of fun!
Do you remember the desktop sandbox stress relievers that were basically mini kid sandboxes? The idea was that when you were stressed you could rake some sand into shapes or designs and feel better? I ...
waterfall necklace.
I was going to start this post with mentions of how much I love a good bargain. but that is obvious by now. So, I thought I would mention how I like to be a bit off beat. again, ...
How to make homemade bath soak
I don't know about you guys but I love a good yummy soak in the tub after a hard day. I have a few favorite bath soaks that I use, but recently I tried my hand at making my own homemade bath soak. ...
Anthro-inspired napkins.
Block napkins aren't usually one of those things I covet. Beautiful dishes, yes. Free time, absolutely! Napkins...not so much. But I saw a set of block napkins recently and really wanted them. ...
A Simple Way to Make Yard Pick-Up Sticks
Do you remember this old-fashioned game? This giant pick-up sticks version is easy to make and so fun to play with a group! Just be mindful you don't poke an eye out with these sticks! “We are a ...
