Monthly Archives: November 2011

From Snow Globes to Card Art: 7 Simple DIY Holiday Decor Ideas

November 29, 2011 | Topic: inspirations, Seasonal/Holiday

(thanks Jessica for this lovely guest post! -ed) Whether we like it or not, the colder months are officially upon us and the holidays are just around the corner. Using items you already have around, transforming your home into a warm and welcoming place is easier than you ever imagined.… Read on...

DIY Cupcake Ornament tutorial (+ more ornament links!)

November 22, 2011 | Topic: inspirations

Check out this oh so cute Cupcake Ornament tutorial by Diana Evans… love it! And the tutorial itself is just plain adorable… all illustrated with Diana’s adorable drawings. In fact, I think this tutorial would make a lovely “Do it yourself” kit for Xmas presents.… Read on...

My fave Thanksgiving dish: Sweet Potato Casserole

November 21, 2011 | Topic: Featured Recipes, food, Tutorials/Tips

Wow, it’s already thanksgiving week? Where is the year going? In any case, one of my favorite things about this time of year is the food, and my favorite holiday casserole is this one! It’s simple to make, not too sweet, and always a crowd favorite. I… Read on...

Hassle-Free Handmade Holidays

November 18, 2011 | Topic: craft, Guest

Please welcome Dabbled’s special guest today, Rachel from the fabulous inspiration website One Pretty Thing!! Hassle-Free Handmade Holidays By Rachel Klein of One Pretty Thing

Photo by tilaneseven

If you’re anything like me you think the same thing… Read on...

Planning ahead for Holiday Cookie/Candy Baking

November 15, 2011 | Topic: food, Seasonal/Holiday

Here’s a few cookie ideas that I’ve posted and linked to in the past, that I thought were worth a repeat! Start planning ahead now… many cookie recipes can be made ahead and frozen, which makes things easier when the season gets more hectic. Plus, that leftover halloween… Read on...

Nifty pendants from Toilet Paper Rolls? Cool!

November 8, 2011 | Topic: craft, inspirations

Meg over at MegaCrafty has these fun pendants, and you’d never guess they are made from toilet paper and paper towel rolls! Go check it out: http://www.megacrafty.com/2011/10/pt-and-tp-roll-pendants.html