Creative Living

Creative Living is a collection of handmade projects, seasonal celebrations, and thoughtful DIY ideas designed for meaningful gatherings and everyday beauty.

From party planning and gift ideas to handmade crafts and home-inspired creations, this space celebrates creativity rooted in tradition, simplicity, and personal expression. W

hether you’re planning a shower, creating a handmade gift, or crafting something special for your home, you’ll find inspiration to make it uniquely yours.

How to Recycle an Old Record Into a Basket or Bowl

March 2, 2026February 17, 2012 by Nikki

How to Recycle an Old Record Into a Basket or Bowl

Over the summer I was able to get a few old records for 10 cents a piece at a local garage sale. Being an avid crafter, I purchased them but wasn’t sure what I was going to do with them at the time.

I did know that my daughter wanted a few to try and recycle them into guitar picks for my husband. That was a pain in the butt, so I’m not sharing it.

But, I found something for me to make too in a magazine that dated back to 1981. There was a picture of a record bowl with popcorn inside of it. Oh, I’m gonna play – you know it!

Brandy Slush in Ice Cream Pail

March 3, 2026December 15, 2011 by Nikki

Brandy Slush in Ice Cream Pail

Brandy Slush in Ice Cream Pail Recipe is one of my favorite holiday drinks. You don’t need to limit this drink to the holiday season though. I have served it at many of my home parties as well. It goes over extremely well at summer parties!

Ornament Bath Salts

March 3, 2026November 22, 2011 by Nikki

Ornament Bath Salts

These cute and inexpensive ornament bath salts are a wonderful gift for multiple people on your gift-giving list.

Smores in a Jar Recipe

March 3, 2026November 20, 2011 by Nikki

Smores in a Jar

Homemade and from the heart. That is what the holidays are about. Use my smores in a jar recipe below and have a cute gift on hand for drop-in guests.

The printable tag is also included for download.

Smelly Jelly Air Fresheners

March 2, 2026November 16, 2011 by Nikki

How to Make Smelly Jelly Air Fresheners

These smelly jelly air fresheners would be a welcomed addition to your home. Make them up in an assortment of scents. If you use a high quality fragrance oil you can have them for months in each room of your home.

Hand Stamped Penny Earrings

March 2, 2026September 13, 2011 by Nikki

Hand Stamped Penny Earrings

The first hand stamped penny earrings design that I made was titled “Heads or Tails Either Way You’re A Winner.”

They sold pretty well on Etsy, extremely well at craft fairs and raised a fair amount of money for a school fundraiser. Let me get you started.

Survivor Theme Party Game Challenges

March 3, 2026August 16, 2011 by Nikki

Survivor Theme Party Game Challenges

I racked my brain and turned to the Internet for ideas. I scoured the Internet looking for games to purchase. I came up empty-handed. So, I knew that I was on my own and each would have to be created by myself. Here is my challenge listing, the rules, and way I plan on setting everything up.

How To Make Homemade Lip Gloss and Lip Balm

March 2, 2026June 27, 2011 by Nikki

How To Make Homemade Lip Gloss and Lip Balm

Once you gather up the materials to make your own lip gloss and lip balms you will wonder why you waited so long. Read how to make homemade lip gloss and lip balm to get you started.

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How to Use Broken Tiles to Achieve a Mosaic Back Splash In Your Kitchen

March 3, 2026June 8, 2011 by Nikki

Tile adds beauty, durability, and value to any home. This mosaic tiled backsplash is low cost but very time consuming—allow an entire week of on-and-off work.

This was my first home improvement project that I have ever completed, so yes, a beginner can do it. Prepare yourself for many compliments! The end result is well worth the time and effort you put forth.

Helping To Plan a Baby Shower

March 3, 2026April 29, 2011 by Nikki

Helping Plan a Baby Shower

When my sister was pregnant with twin girls. My job was to prepare the games, send out the invites, make table top decor and help make some of the food items. I wasn’t too sure what kind of games to do with the guests because I was told by my sister, she didn’t want direct attention.

Child’s Autism ID – Lost Child Prevention Zipper Pull, Buttons,Necklaces

March 3, 2026January 29, 2011 by Nikki

Child’s Autism ID – Lost Child Prevention Zipper Pull, Buttons, Necklaces

If you have a child with Autism you know the threat of your child running or wandering away and becoming lost is a reality. Safeguard yourself by getting your child back in touch with you as quickly as possible. These simple, but effective keychain zipper pulls and buttons will do the trick.

How to Make Fried Marble Necklaces

March 3, 2026January 25, 2011 by Nikki

How to Make Fried Marble Necklaces

How to Make Fried Marble Necklaces These are inexpensive yet extremely elegant necklaces made by baking and internally cracking ordinary marbles. Make up a few as gifts or for your next hot seller at a craft fair. Either way, you will receive rave reviews and plenty of wonderful compliments.