Blog by Felicia

We live in Western North Carolina where the weather can change by the minute. Luckily, we are experiencing some of the best weather for being outdoors right now. We are in that fun space where you can get away with short sleeves and blue jeans and be ok playing all day without getting chilly or hot. So, we have been taking advantage of the simple pleasures all around us and making fun memories with the kids.... Read more

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• Kids & Family

It is finally October and Halloween is right around the corner . I especially love to day dream of different costumes to create for the kids as well as fun sweet treats. Several of our iCraft community members have been busy creating gorgeous Halloween inspired creations that will get you into the spirit. Here are some of my favorite picks.

Candy Corn Soapsickles

Are these for eating or bathing? They... Read more

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• Holidays & Occasions

Fall is finally here and I am so excited to finally turn my home into all things woodsy and leaf-like . I've been pulling out all of my autumn decor and sorting through what I want to use, recycle and upcycle. Keeping with the wood theme, I have tons of clothes pins that I used this summer for taking advantage of the warm days at the pool. That clothes line was a sanity saver and it is still paying off!... Read more

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• Decorating Ideas

Look just about anywhere and you will see a print that is becoming very popular right now. Chevron! This quirky little zig zagging line is showing up just about anywhere you could put a print. Many popular websites have chevron print backgrounds, magazines feature adorable chevron dresses and decor ideas even abound with this fun print .

Here are some of iCraft's current chevron finds for just about... Read more

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• Trend Spotting

Who else can feel fall in the air? We recently had our annual apple picking trip as a family and we are all officially in the mood for fall. I love the weather and a change of pace in clothing. Bring on the scarfs, suedes, cords and fairwell to the shorts and my white legs!

This fall I have seen several fun trends appearing in jewelry. Some of our very own iCraft crafters have caught on and are offering... Read more

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• Fashion & Style

With so many friends pregnant lately I am in the baby shower planning mood . I really love the idea of a gender reveal party. It is a nice way to surprise family and friends when so many are finding out the gender these days. Here are a few ideas I have seen that I think are absoultely adorable!

Gender Reveal Cake

I had a friend who decided to do a gender reveal cake. All you have to do is bake a cake... Read more

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• Holidays & Occasions

You will want to sink your teeth into these sweet bath creations by Bomb La Bon Bon ! Find out more about how crafter Yaryna creates her gorgeous body confections.

(Yaryna and her sister)

Tell us a little bit more about yourself.

My name is Yaryna and I own Bomb La Bon Bon Bath and Body Confectionary store that specializes in yummy products for bath and body inspired by candy and bakery products.... Read more

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• In the Spotlight

One of the fashion trends this summer and going into fall are the wrap style bracelets and watches . Not only do they make a gorgeous accessory, but they become a statement piece that often garners comments and questions from friends and strangers alike.

There are several different styles of handmade wrap bracelets using various materials. The beauty of them is that you can wear the bracelets in different... Read more

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• Fashion & Style

We have lived in our current home for about 12 years now. We fenced in the backyard when we moved in because we had a large dog that needed space to run, but had an issue with running towards the road. Sadly, the dog died just a few years later and we decided we would keep the fence. It was a smart decision because we now have children and a pool. It is nice to know we can play in the front yard without... Read more

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• Decorating Ideas

I don't know about you, but we are always looking for ways to spruce up our home. The problem is, it can get quite expensive when you start adding up all of the costs. One thing we do is repurose our older items or thrift store finds in order to create something new and beautiful. Here are 5 ways you can repurpose in order to beautify your own home.

Picture Frames

We all have a few picture frames around... Read more

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• Decorating Ideas