Make your own party favor boxes by downloading our template and using some pretty metallic papers. Our honey bee design is perfect for summer gatherings!

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Well hallowen/samhain is nearly upon us and so I have made some little boxes using the curvy keepsake box with vellum, embossed and stamped and then put a little battery tealight inside to create lovely little lanterns. I used the stampe set tee hee hee and when they are lit up with the battery tealights they look absolutely gorgeous. If you wish to order any of my cards/crafts just drop me a line [email protected] or have a look at my facebok site https://www.facebook.com/#!/amethystarcrafting

Hungry but don't have time to cook?! These spicy peanut butter noodles are just for you. They're vegan, gluten free, easy to whip up, ready in just about 20 minutes and packed with delicious peanut flavor.

Ladies will get the best of both worlds with these wavy bob cuts with bangs. The style is short and wavy to carry out all that volume while still showing off women's beautiful face structures.

These 20 minute Thai noodle bowls are so easy to whip up! They're packed full of sweet and spicy Thai flavor!

One of my favourite ways to enjoy dumplings is by either steaming or boiling these and finishing it off with what I like to call the best dumpling sauce - with the perfect balance of savoury, heat, bit of sweetness and acidity. Let’s not forget the aromatics that really take it up a notch!

Papercraft ideas and projects

Get a taste of Scotland with these traditional Scottish recipes! From bubble and squeak to haggis to shortbread, these delicacies just might become your new favorites.

This recipe is a total winner in our book!

Are you looking for wispy curtain fringe inspo for your long hair? Find out how your hair color and type would look with wispy bangs.

Thought these would make a fun Halloween garland. Pop a few treats in the pumpkins and tie them between some leaves. There are free t...

Give your locks beautiful texture and movement with these layered wavy bobs. They all look so stunning!

Though there may be thousands of video tutorials on YouTube and Instagram, dip powder is nothing new. In fact, acrylic dip is an old-school technique that gained popularity in the ’80s and is now making a serious comeback. Keep reading to learn more acrylic dip and find out if it’s right for you.

This is my favorite peanut sauce recipe. It is made with just 6 key ingredients, and it is a great dipping sauce or dressing for salads.

2024 has already brought on an abundance of new trends — from Bows to Glass Skin and a return to The Octopus Cut, Fluffy Texture, and 00s (aka the noughties) hairstyles — but have you tried the Bixie? A term coined by Wella Ambassador Briana Cisneros is taking the cake as one of the top haircut trends yet again in 2024, you’re about to see this bob-pixie hybrid haircut everywhere you look.

Did you know that you can make a beautiful paper flower in the same way that you make a paper snowflake?! It's so much fun! Learn how to make paper flowers by following our easy photo and video tutorials below. These kirigami flowers are SO PRETTY! And all it takes is a few simple folds and cuts to transform a single piece of paper into a beautiful flower. Design your own flower shapes or use our free PDF templates. (We have 9 different shapes to choose from!) This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something

Beef short ribs slowly braise until fall-apart tender with simple vegetables, fresh herbs, tomatoes, and red wine, creating a hearty, and boldly flavored ragu. Toss it into pappardelle or any pasta you love or serve it atop polenta or gnocchi. Slowly Braised Short Rib Ragu is the ultimate Italian comfort food meal!  Check the Recipe Notes, below, for Oven-Braised, Slow Cooker and Instant Pot directions, as well as make-ahead and freezing instructions.

Jazz up your image in minutes with any of these short, choppy haircuts!

This has got to be the easiest box ever. No gluing - just cut it out! There's a free template to download at the end of my post. I cut a small 'X' at the centre base of the box tabs and fed the miniature broomstick through to lock the box closed. It's not necessary, just thought it added a bit of witchy fun. I have a tutorial for the broomstick on my magic boxes blog HERE After cutting the box out; bring tabs a & b together then feed them through slits c & d It's as simple as that. I used two stamps: 1) Inkadinkado clear stamp set 'gem stone flourishes' 2) My Minds Eye clear stamp set 'Haunted' (used the spider) Stamped using; IndigoBlu 'FlitterGlu' - more details later, then applied glitter directly onto the stamped image On my first box I used gold ultra fine glitter and a peach colour gem for the spider's body. My second - crystal ultra fine glitter (I liked the 'ghosty' effect of this glitter on black card) with aurora borealis gemstones for highlights For the one above - 'rainbow orange' ultra fine glitter highlighted with doodlebug sugar coating 'lily white' glitter. IndigoBlu 'FlitterGlu' - AT LAST a glue that you can stamp with and it really does hold the glitter. I can't stop stamping glitter!!!! I recommend you also get the stamp cleaner especially if, like me, you don't wash your stamps immediately after using them. It works best with the very fine glitter the finer the better. I used Kars extra fine glitter and it picked out every detail. Here is the template to download; (Click on the image to view it bigger then right click save to your computer). No Glue Halloween Treat Box Best printer settings are UK A4 portrait and select 'fit to page' I've allowed for printer margins so it should print fully and 'to scale' The base of this box measures 45mm (1.8inches) square and it stands 75mm ( 2.9inches) high. Here I printed the template onto orange card. Flipped the card over and printed the black & white 'cobweb lace' backing paper on the other side (from my previous post) HERE  Thanks for popping by and have fun! Hugs, X  

Some people are born DIY experts and can transform any cupboard or vehicle into a cozy living space. Their magic hands and minds convert an old bus into a fully functioning place to call home while being able to travel across the country. Of course, our accommodation doesn’t have to be fancy or super luxurious for us to call it home, because home is where our heart is.

Sour cream beef noodle casserole is a dependable family favorite. With egg noodles in a rich beefy tomato sauce and cheesy sour cream layers.

Indulge in the comforting flavors of ham and cheese sticks, a savory snack that combines the rich, gooey goodness of cheese with the smoky, savory flavor of ham, all wrapped in a golden, flaky crust. This recipe elevates the classic ham and cheese duo into a delightful treat that's perfect for any occasion, from a cozy family snack to a chic party appetizer.

It was only a matter of time before a new hybrid cut made its way into the limelight. We’ve already seen the soft wolf cut rocked by Jlo and the latest buzz about the jellyfish bob Kerry Washington has been spotted wearing. While we’re all about these cuts, the style du jour that we’re going crazy for is the evolution of “ The Brachel.”

An easy, 30-minute recipe for Pad Thai made with rice noodles, your choice of chicken, shrimp or tofu, scrambled eggs, and an incredible "not too sweet" Pad Thai Sauce. Makes 2 large servings. Watch the video!

These homemade Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Pop Tarts are out-of-this-world-good. Made from scratch with a buttery brown sugar filling, baked to perfection, and topped with a mouth-watering cinnamon glaze. Be sure to read through the article to see helpful step-by-step photos, expanded instructions and tips for having success with this recipe.

this simple and easy sugar cookie recipe will become your go-to cut-out cookie recipe for all occasions. This recipe holds its shape, doesn't need to be chilled, and comes together easily.

Tasty & versatile, German cabbage rolls are perfect for cozy dinners or party appetizers. Try this recipe for a delicious, easy-to-prep meal!

Pancit Canton - This is the easy pancit (Filipino Noodles) recipe you've been looking for!

Shop the top polish picks to achieve this manicure! Understated yet elevated — a staple of Parisian and Londoner style, and a vibe the rest of the world is finally catching on to. Hair is never too curled or smooth — and natural texture is best. Always pick between lipstick and mascara — but never both, and now, when it comes to nails — the milkier, the better. Milky nails have had a slow progression onto the style scene, and as we enter summer, they’re being predicted as “the new French manicure.” But what are milky nails, and how do we achieve them? Let’s find out!

Own this instant celebrity look! Zoom in to these ravishing hairstyles.

Beef rolls-ups filled with a mixture of mustard, pickles, bacon and onions. This dish originally comes from Upper Silesian cuisine and spread throughout Germany and Poland as well. We know the classic roulade as always having beef (if you ignore the cabbage roulade), but today we believe that the recipe originally used pork and the...Read More

Fine Motor Journals are a place where students can do various fine motor activities such as writing, drawing, name activities, and cutting! It's like a mini-portfolio just about a student's fine motor skills, so instead of tons of random papers with fine motor activities, it's now in one organized spot! Fine motor journals are FUN short activities to support students learning how to write, draw, cut, and develop strong fine motor skills and match the learning theme (ex: transportation, pets, Valentine's Day, Earth Day, fall, spring) you are doing in your classroom.

Filipino lumpia are fried spring rolls filled with a savory mixture of pork, cabbage, and other veggies for a deliciously crispy appetizer or side.

Hi! Welcome to this week’s Pinterest Party. Every week Michele from The Scrap Shoppe, Bev from Flamingo Toes, Kara from Mine for the Making or I (Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday) get the opportunity to introduce you to a featured Pinterest Pinner. This week’s pinner is… Jenny from Upcycled Nest. She has 46 Boards and ... Read More about Pinterest Feature Friday

All the flavours of Korean BBQ made vegan and gluten free! Sweet and mildly spiced, just 15 minutes to make!

Hungry for a fresh hue? Indulge in this eye-candy hair color.

This baba ganoush recipe is the best! It's easy to make, too (no food processor required). You'll need eggplant, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and spices. Recipe yields about 1 3/4 cups (enough to serve 4 to 6 as an appetizer).

Somatic yoga, with its gentle yet effective exercises, offers a unique opportunity to connect with your body, mind, and soul. In this blog post, we're excited to share eight empowering somatic yoga exercises for beginners.

The easiest and crispiest air fryer gnocchi recipe that takes less than 15 minutes to make. They are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Use frozen, shelf-stable, or refrigerated potato, cauliflower, and sweet potato gnocchi for an easy appetizer, snack, or side dish.

Enjoy this authentic British classic with this easy clotted cream recipe.

This vegan lemon curd is oh so creamy with a sweet and tangy flavor. And it's so versatile, you'll want to put it on anything and everything. Plus, this vegan lemon curd recipe is so quick and easy to make! You only need a few ingredients, and 10 minutes to make it!

Taking a step back in time, this year we’re seeing a revival of the 70s when it comes to hair trends. These iconic styles revisit what we love most about he disco days with looks that include Curtain Bangs, The Shag, Farrah Fawcett Waves, and Disco Curls. Take a peek at each of these styles and be inspired for a new season of style.

These simple yet delicious sourdough ham and cheese pinwheels will be a big hit with the whole family. Perfect for snacks on the go and even better in school lunchboxes!

German Krautstrudel is a delightfully easy savory cabbage roll, perfect for the season. With soft sauteed strands of cabbage, the smoky flavor of bacon and savory crunch of caraway seeds; all wrapped in a delicate, flaky crust. It's a treat friends and family will love.

Resentment in relationships can be subtle or obvious, but it all stems from one kind of dynamic. Experts explain the signs you resent your partner.