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I've been back home from vacation for a week and a half... I'm still not used to the idea. I don't know if I will ever get used to the reality of cold and snow.... but, at least I had my two weeks in the sun on the happy island:). It's been creative two weeks. I've sketched and watercoloured and took some pictures (see above:)...

Pattern and Coffee! Two of my favourite things - together!  This was a fun pattern to make... but it is even more fun to see this packaging in action! I'm just thrilled! PS.: Small Note about the company:  Ripple Coffee is committed to roasting beans strictly from farms owned by women. The company is dedicated to compensating women for their contributions by giving a percentage of each purchase back to the community.

Are you ready for Valentine's Day? Here are a few last minute ideas that are simple and easy to pull off. I shared many of these ideas with Tori Spelling's readers on ediTORIal last week. We all love glass jars, right?  So let's give someone special a jar full of love this Valentine's Day! The possibilities for filling your jar are endless... from desserts, to candy, flowers, candles, craft supplies, or love notes. I decorated my jar with Valentine washi tape and a red enamelware jar lid  from  Factory Direct Craft . Here is what you will need... Materials: Glass Jar Candy or beads Love Notes Twine, Ribbon, or String Washi Tape (optional) Scissors Hole Punch Mason Jar Tag  a limited time free printable by Piggy Bank Parties Red Jar Lids  (optional) Directions for creating a Valentine Love Jar: 1. Write love notes, seal with tape or twine.  2. Add notes to jar, fill the remainder of the jar with candy or beads.  3. Print the free mason jar ta...