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Falling Leaves Wreath Greets Thanksgiving Guests with Seasonal Hues

October 15th, 2009 by admin | No Comments | Filed in DIY Decor & Holiday Crafts, KidSmart Holidays
Thanksgiving wreath decoration diy project
Thanksgiving wreath decoration diy project

This richly colored fall wreath is so easy to make, I actually pulled it together one Thanksgiving morning when I realized I didn’t have a door decoration to greet my guests. 

Luckily, I had wreath form and a bag of fall-hued silk leaves tucked away in the crafts cabinet. I just added a little hot glue, a bow, and voila!

It’s versatile, too. Without the bow, the leaf-covered wreath makes a great tabletop piece for ringing candles or other fall decorations. (more…)

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Spooktacular Ideas for Kid-Friendly Halloween Decor

October 3rd, 2009 by admin | No Comments | Filed in DIY Decor & Holiday Crafts, KidSmart Holidays

flame-free battery operated candles for kid-safe halloween decorHere are some kid-safe and budget-friendly Halloween decorating ideas to dress up mantles, tabletops, and shadowy nooks and crannies — plus some KidSmart ways to add a spooky candle-lit glow to festivities without the scary flames!

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