Tag Archives: homemade gifts

Homemade, handmade, heart made!

Posted on January 23, 2016 by Yanic A.

In 2015, I had told myself that all gifts that came out of our house would be homemade. I really wanted to take the time and make each piece special, so that everything I gifted would truly come from a … Continue reading →

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Mid-holidays hellos

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Yanic A.

Time seems to have slowed down to a crawling pace and we are reveling in it. Although my poor husband has to make an appearance at work for a few days, we still enjoyed several days with him and will … Continue reading →

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A day filled with making – Preparing for Winter Solstice and Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2014 by Yanic A.

Yesterday was so busy… but a good king of busy. We had 2 modes : WITH the kids and WHEN the kids were sleeping. 🙂 With the kids we… … made popcorn garlands for our Solstice Tree … baked vegan … Continue reading →

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Slowing down, feeling good

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Yanic A.

So much fun! Here.  Best homemade clay recipe to date! My husband looked at me yesterday, as we were threading pony beads onto our latest homemade ornament project, and simply said : “It’s strange, but I feel so much more … Continue reading →

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