Creative DIY Gifts from Your Kitchen The kitchen is the heart of the home and a place full of love, family, and delicious food. Why not make your kitchen the go to place for DIY gifts this year? Plus there's something special about receiving a homemade gift. Would you agree? … [Read more...]
16 Unique DIY Hostess Gift Ideas
16 Unique DIY Hostess Gift Ideas Holiday festivities are about to begin, and you don't want to arrive to those parties empty-handed! Thank your hostess by bringing a thoughtful and personal gift that is sure to put a smile on his or her face. Here is a collection of Unique DIY … [Read more...]
DIY Sheet Metal Gift Trays
DIY Sheet Metal Gift Trays The holidays are fast approaching and it's time to start thinking about gift giving ideas! Gift trays are a great way deliver gifts to your friends, neighbors or teachers. The best part of a gift tray is it can be reused for anything they want and … [Read more...]
Easy Gold and Marble Coasters
Hello Pretty Handy Girl fans!! I am Anika - the girl behind Anika's DIY Life. As a long time Pretty Handy Girl fan myself, I can't find words to tell you how excited I am to be a contributor to Brittany's amazing site and share my projects with you amazing readers every month! … [Read more...]
Fixing Common Gift Wrap Problems – Guest Post by Pretty Handsome Guy
Hi all, Pretty Handsome Guy here filling in for Brittany. Last night Brittany and I were wrapping presents and I thought I'd share with you some common gift wrap problems and how to deal with them. Think of this as the polar opposite of her Creative Gift Wrapping series of … [Read more...]
Quick & Easy Peppermint Oreo Recipe
Want a quick and easy holiday recipe you can make with the kids? When you don't have time to bake, but you still want to give a homemade holiday treat, try this recipe for Peppermint Oreos! Quick & Easy Peppermint Oreos Ingredients: 1 Pkg. of Oreo … [Read more...]
DIY Copper Ring Jewelry
The holidays are here and you know what that means: It's time to check off items from your gift list. I don't know about you, but I detest braving the mall traffic and chaos. I'd much prefer to stay indoors and make gifts for the ones I love. Not only is it more peaceful DIYing … [Read more...]
DIY Tool Tote Gift
Jaime here today from That's My Letter dropping in to say hello to all you Pretty Handy Girl readers. I'm sharing this DIY tool tote gift idea. It's perfect for Father's Day, a Honey-Do Shower, New Homeowners, or basically any occasion — because who doesn't love tools?!! You … [Read more...]
10 Cool Gifts that Every Handy Guy (or Gal) Would Love
As an avid DIYer, I know that Father's Day is a good time to pick up great bargains on DIY tools and more. Sometimes picking out the right gift for that handy person in your life can be a little daunting. Therefore, I've created a list of cool products that I love and I know your … [Read more...]
Cute Critter Plant Stakes
Spring is here and so brings the critters, but these are the cute kind you'll want to keep. Jaime here from That's My Letter sharing how to make cute critter plant stakes using wood parts and pieces. I'm a sucker for any project with wood and today is no exception. Gather up … [Read more...]
Simple Washi Tape Vases {Teacher’s Appreciation Gifts}
Teacher's Appreciation Week is coming up. I needed a gift that would be special and would make the teachers' smile. And, I needed a gift that would require very little time to create. As I strode by the recycling bin, I grabbed some jars and had a wild idea. I'd make some … [Read more...]
You Rock 3-D Card
This week is Teacher and Staff appreciation week at my sons' school. Monday was bus driver appreciation. Our bus driver is a really great guy. He's young, but man is he on top of things! He is always polite and learned the kids' names the first week. I wasn't sure what to get … [Read more...]
DIY Apple Pencil Holder
Need a cute gift idea for the teachers you know? How about a teacher appreciation gift idea like this DIY apple pencil holder made using scrap wood? Jaime here today from That's My Letter sharing how to make this apple shaped pencil holder that makes the cutest teacher … [Read more...]
Thank You for Nurturing My Child – Teacher Appreciation Gifts
Every year my son's elementary school has a staff and teacher appreciation week. It sneaks up on me and catches me off-guard (every year!) In the spirit of last minute teacher appreciation gift ideas, I'll be bringing you a week's worth of ideas that are quick, easy and … [Read more...]
Decorated Chalkboard Clipboards
Teacher Appreciation time is coming up. Every year, I find myself scrambling for last minute gift ideas for the teachers. My sister-in-law is a school teacher and she has always lamented the amount of sugar-laden sweets she is gifted. For that reason, I like to give my sons' … [Read more...]
Make a Driftwood Gift Crate
I love making small crates or boxes to use as a gift baskets for friends. It's a great way to used up scrap wood and give a gift that can be used to organize a desk or shelf. Stick around today and I'll show you How to Make a Driftwood Gift Crate. After a short walk on the … [Read more...]