A Dollar Bill Butterfly is a nice shape for many gift giving occasions, and it’s easy to make. Because it is made with 2 dollar bill hearts it would be perfect for Valentine’s Day. The butterfly could be perched on the handle of an Easter basket. Or it could sit on a flower that is part of a bouquet. This butterfly could also sit on the front of an envelope … [Read more...] about Dollar Bill Butterfly
May Day
Flower Twinkle Light
This Flower Twinkle Light is quick and easy, and would make great place setting favors. A cluster of them would look pretty in a centerpiece on the table. It’s a wonderful Spring or Easter idea. You could even slip one or two in a bouquet of flowers, just for fun. Materials A Flower Cluster from the Dollar Store (Choose larger flowers that will have room for … [Read more...] about Flower Twinkle Light
Rustic Basket
By Noreen Doll Create a rustic basket from the side of a cardboard box. It makes a lovely holder for a gift. Or use it as a Spring basket or Easter Basket. It would also be perfect for Mother's Day. Supplies. Corrugated Cardboard Box Twine 18 or 20 Guage Wire, about 26 inches long Scrap Book Paper or other colorful Paper Ribbon or Pre-made … [Read more...] about Rustic Basket
Rustic Basket
By Noreen Doll. Today I have a tutorial for this Rustic Basket on the Bowdabra blog. It's easy to make, and is created from a recycled cardboard box. … [Read more...] about Rustic Basket
May Day Basket Caper
by Noreen Doll. May Day will soon be here. Time for another May Day basket caper! When I was a kid, I lived in a small town which still had many charming customs. One of these customs was the making and delivering of May baskets. What we did was to create a small basket with a handle for hanging. It could be made out of paper or cardboard and colored or decorated … [Read more...] about May Day Basket Caper
