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DIY Tree Swing Tutorial: See How I Made This Trampoline Swing (Saucer Swing)

My toddler son and I love to spend time outside. I decided to make a saucer swing from a small trampoline. Here’s my DIY tree swing tutorial… with lots of photos! (Bonus: This nest swing is portable — you can take it down and set it up on any tree… anywhere!)

Cardmaking Hobbies & Crafts

How To Make Valentine Cards That Are Quick & Classy

Need a quick card for Valentine’s Day? These 2 cards with matching envelopes can easily be made using 2 decorative sheets of paper, heart stickers, and 1 sheet each of red and white paper.

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Valentine’s Day Card Ideas: 2 Super Quick & Easy Cards To Make On Your Own!

Here’s ideas on how to make your own Valentine’s Day cards in a hurry… plus matching envelopes!

Hobbies & Crafts Scrapbooking

Budget Scrapbooking: All The Best Places To Find Free Scrapbook Supplies

I dug deep and found several places that are currently offering FREE scrapbook supplies online. These will help you feed your scrapbooking addiction without breaking the bank! This article includes: FREE layout sketches & ideas, FREE embellishments, diecuts & papers, FREE page titles & journaling tools, Ways to use everyday household items for scrapbooking, Where to buy scrapbook supplies online for cheap, and Freebies for digital scrapbookers.

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Meetup Groups For Scrapbooking & Rubber Stamping

You can use Facebook groups to find other scrapbookers or stampers who may not be local for you, but if you want to actually get together with others you can try Meetup.com.

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My Cricut Review: Cricut Expression vs Original Cricut Machine

Whether you’re a teacher, homeschool mom, or just an avid crafter, the Cricut machine is a tool that you will use over and over again. I use mine for papercrafting. Here’s my review of the Cricut Expression compared to the Original Cricut machine.

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How To Make Halloween Gift Bags For Treats & Party Favors

If you’re looking for a small Halloween gift or giveaway for a Halloween party, these Halloween gift bags are ideal. They’re simple to make, and can be personalized any way you like.