Free Facebook Timeline Covers

I wasn't planning on posting until Monday but I had to share. I found this cute template for a Facebook timeline cover over at Penelope and Pip. The best part about the cover is that you can customize it with your own photos. Besides the bunny template above, there's also a polar bear and frame template. Stop by Penelope and Pip to get the free download. And while you're there, may I recommend the paint dipped chopstick tutorial? It's a fun and simple tutorial.

Spring Break

Spring break has turned out to be rain break. That's one of the reasons I haven't been posting this week. I also started using a chemo cream (sounds worse than it is) on the area I had a basal cell removed. This is the second time I've used the cream but this time around the side effects have been worse. I have no energy and flu like symptoms. It should only last two weeks at the most *fingers crossed*.

I'm hoping next week I'll be back with a few craft projects. There's one project in particular that I'm excited to share with all of you. Hopefully I'll be sharing about it next Monday.

best,
Jessica

Free Printable Easter Card & Egg Holders

Joy of Creative Mamma has another kawaii printable up for grabs and just in time for Easter. She created a cute Easter card and egg holder to download for free. Stop by her site to get the printables.

Wishing you all a happy Easter weekend!

Unique Easter Basket Gift Ideas

This year I got a little more creative with the Easter basket gifts and strayed away from the traditional jelly beans and chocolate Easter bunny. I thought I would share a few of my ideas with you and maybe bring a little inspiration your way.

For the girl:

Hair Bows - Not the most creative item in the basket but I know they'll get put to use. If you have the time, I suggest making some hair accessories yourself. Here's a cute tutorial for some hair bobbles by The Silly Pearl.

Unique stickers - I found these bunny stickers (pictured above) at the Kinokuniya bookstore. I liked that they were bunnies but not Easter themed. If you don't have a Kinokuniya close by, try a Sanrio store. They always have the cutest girly stickers.

For the boy:

Nanoblocks - My son loves Legos so I thought I would try out these nanoblocks. They're similar to Legos except they're micro sized. The smallest piece is only 4mm x 4mm x 5mm. I purchased these at the Kinokuniya bookstore but you can also find them at Amazon.com.

All City Breakers - I found these toys a while back and have been waiting for a good excuse to buy them. My son likes music and dancing so I think he will be excited about the plastic break dancers. And if not, they can find a home on my desk. I purchased the breakers at Fab.com but I think the sale is over now. They're also available at Kidrobot.com and Amazon.com. They come in pink and orange too.

For both:

Micro Terrarium - I thought these would be fun to grow. Plus, what child doesn't like a Venus Fly Trap? I found this micro terrarium at the Michaels craft store.

Meiji Candy - These candies are a nice alternative to the traditional jelly bean. We've had the strawberry/milk chocolate version before but never this flavor. I picked these up at the Mitsuwa grocery store. When my children were smaller I didn't even buy them candy for Easter. Instead they would get sweet cereal such as Fruit Loops.

Now that I've shared what I'm adding to our baskets, I'm curious to hear what you like? Do you buy traditional Easter baskets? Do you do something different instead of Easter baskets? Special traditions? Please share.

Washi Tape Embellished Easter Eggs

Here's a simple way to dress up Easter eggs. Just add a little washi tape to dyed eggs. You can cut the washi tape into any shape you want, circles, squares, hearts, etc. There's no right or wrong way to do it. Below are simple directions on how to dye eggs along with how to make washi dots.

How to Dye Eggs

1. Place one teaspoon of vinegar in a half cup of boiled water. Add about 10 drops of food coloring (any color) to water. Mix. Some food coloring boxes will say 20 drops but you really only need 10 unless you want your eggs extra bright.

2. Place egg in bowl and move around until you get your desired shade of color. Take out and let dry.

*I've found that the eggs usually turn a little darker & brighter in color after they're taken out of the water.

How to Make Washi Dots

To make washi dots, place a strip of washi tape on parchment paper. Punch out circles with a hole punch.

Apply dots to your egg and enjoy your work. Easy.