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Mad for Paper Flower Chandeliers
November 22, 2009 at 8:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (0)
Paper flower chandeliers, oh yes! There's a paper craft inspiration loop going on with Pajaki (Polish folk art paper chandeliers and a Christmas tradition, translated as "spider of straw"), and I sure don't mind. They're so lovely.
Photos above from: Lena Corwin, Small Object, and Wren Handmade.
FILED UNDER: crafts
DIY Modern Thanksgiving Centerpieces From Natural Materials
November 20, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (0)
Here's a gorgeous spin on the natural Thanksgiving centerpiece from Kayte Terry at CraftStylish. Swoon! Those fabric leaves and those wool-stuffed acorns. OMG, love.
FILED UNDER: crafts, dining room, holiday entertaining, thanksgiving
Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Free Shipping Day, or Buy Nothing Day?
November 20, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (7)
Photo by SusanBerkley
Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the speedy month of December are right around the corner.
It's true. In less than a week, you're going to be lounging on the couch after Thanksgiving dinner, and some grandma or uncle or cousin is going to say, "Soooo, what's on the kids' wish list this year?"
Ugh, is it really time to think about the holidays, let alone start shopping?
Why, yes, yes it is...
FILED UNDER: budget finds, going green, holiday entertaining, holidays
Thanksgiving Craft: Free Printable Fortune Cookies
November 19, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (0)
Photo from kind over matter
Today we give thanks to Amanda of kind over matter for these adorable (printable and FREE) Thanksgiving fortune cookies.
FILED UNDER: crafts, dining room, holiday entertaining, thanksgiving
Natural-Fiber Bags Help Decrease Poverty in Laos
November 19, 2009 at 7:30 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (6)
The Khmu ethnic group of Laos have been handmaking these gorgeous, eco-friendly and natural-fiber bags (now named Nature Bags) for centuries.
And now, as part of a poverty reduction project for the region, you can help support the work of this impoverished group of handcrafters, whose region has one of the lowest per capita income levels in the world.
FILED UNDER: going green
Thanksgiving Hostess Gift: Leaf Print Tea Towel
November 18, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (1)
Photo from Crate & Barrel
Need a nice Thanksgiving hostess gift? A pretty tea towel can make a great gift for your turkey day host or hostess.
FILED UNDER: budget finds, holiday entertaining, kitchen, thanksgiving
Gratitude Cranes: A Pretty Thanksgiving Tradition
November 18, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (1)
Last Thanksgiving, I wrote about the fun tradition of creating a gratitude tree. Here's a new idea for gathering your gratitude in a colorful and birdy-ful way.
FILED UNDER: crafts, decorating, holiday entertaining, thanksgiving
maine momma: Show & Tell Home Tour
November 17, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (4)
Kristin Zecchinelli of maine momma
For today's lovely Show & Tell Home Tour, we're touching down in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. We are visiting the home of Kristin Zecchinelli, photographer and SAHM to three kids. She blogs at maine momma.
Come on inside...
FILED UNDER: dining room, home tours, kid spaces, living room, wall art
Pet Grooming Trends, Funny Bathtime Videos: Links I Love
November 16, 2009 at 3:45 PM by Daily Buzz Team - Comments (2)
Photo by curveymama
My kitty, Scout, is an indoor cat, so I don't have to do much grooming for him except the occasional brushing and nail-trimming.
But here are some fun pet grooming links I love for those of you that do:
FILED UNDER: pets
10 Tips for a Greener Thanksgiving Table
November 16, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (0)
Photo from cozycabinmom
Going greener on Thanksgiving doesn't mean you have to give up the indulgence of the day! Indulge in good food and time with family and friends.
Don't indulge in waste wherever can!
Here are some simple tips for making your holiday a little more eco-friendly.
FILED UNDER: dining room, going green, holiday entertaining, thanksgiving
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