Simple Halloween Decor... with "Pops of Pink" / Dollar Store Crafts and DIYs

I love the idea of taking inexpensive supplies, getting creative, and making them beautiful. So today, I have some easy and inexpensive Halloween DIYs to share. As a mom of three boys, I'm partial to a "pop of pink", so I think these projects are super cute! (However, you can use whatever colours you like.) Take a peek below, and let me know what you think! 😁

1) Tiny ghost shelf sitters - Why are tiny things so cute? I'm not sure... but these little framed ghosts are adorable. Grab some wooden blocks from the dollar store, and get crafty. Find the step by step instructions here.

2) Rock ghosties - Rocks are a fantastic FREE canvas... and they are adorable when they are crafted into little ghosts. You can see how easy they are to make here. (And you can access the Cricut decal design here.)

3) Funny wood round sign - Can you believe I made this adorable sign with a $2 wood round from Dollarama? I'm absolutely obsessed with how cute this is! You can find the full instructions here. (And you can access the Cricut decal design here.)

Ready to make all these adorable crafts? Have a look at the YouTube video I made (below).

Let me know (in the comments) which one of these pieces of decor is your favourite. Are you a fan of pink, or do you prefer more traditional Halloween colours?

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

7 Simple (and adorable) FALL crafts for Kids / Dollar Store Crafts

In a world where kids spend too much time in front of screens, I love when kids get the opportunity to craft and get creative. Seasonal crafts that use a variety of materials are perfect for keep kids engaged. Today I am sharing 7 adorable FALL crafts for kids. They are easy to make, and the supplies won't be difficult to find. Check them out below.

Click on the titles for all the DIY details and instructions.

1) Yarn wrapped popsicle frame

2) Tumbling tower block apple shelf sitter

3) Pumpkin magnet

4) Paper bag scarecrow puppet (with template)

5) Yarn tassel keychain/bag tag

6) Scarecrow cookie (with recipe for the BEST Fall cookie)

7) Paper doll scarecrow (with template)

For a closer look at all 7 FALL CRAFTS, check out the YouTube video I made below.

Let me know in the comments, which craft is YOUR favourite? I hope you have fun making them!

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

Sweet and Simple Summer Crafts (for all ages)

These crafts are perfect for all ages. The supplies are easy to find (mostly from the dollar store and the recycling bin), the crafts are simple, and the results are super-cute! If you want an afternoon of crafting at home, these crafts are perfect. They are also wonderful for craft classes and parties.

For the instructions for these adorable (and fun to make) crafts, check out the video I made here.

Fun, right?!?

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

☀️Super cute (and classy) SUMMER DIYs… made using dollar store supplies / Dollarama DIYs

I am so excited to share my latest SUMMER DIYs with you today. They are easy and inexpensive to make, and they are sooooo nice! No one will ever guess that they are make with dollar store supplies.

1) Solar Powered Fountain - The base of this solar fountain is made from Dollarama planters. Can you believe it??? You can get an "up close" look and find the "step by step instructions" here.

2) Simple S'more Station - I love a themed tiered tray, and this one is perfect for summer. Take a look at how I made it using Dollarama supplies here.

Pretty cute, right? Make sure you check out the video I made below.

Have a great summer, and don't forget to check back here (or on YouTube) for more easy, inexpensive and fun ideas.

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

8 Fantastic GRADUATION Party DIYs... free 2025 printables included

Little handmade details make a celebration budget-friendly, memorable, and fun. Today I am sharing 8 fantastic graduation party DIYs (and free printables) that are guaranteed to help you plan the BEST graduation party!

Check out the video I made here...

1) Graduation Hat Wreath - This sweet wall hanging is made from a piece of Dollar Store FOAM BOARD! Cute, right? Check out the step by step instructions here.

2) Custom Disposable Glasses - The best part about DIY is that you can customize items to get exactly what you want --- and you save money. See how I made a bunch of disposable graduation glasses for just a few dollars here.

3) Photo Frame Centrepiece - Dollar store frames can easily be put together with hot glue to make this adorable, personalized centrepiece. Get the step-by-step instructions here.

4) Inexpensive Graduation Photo Prop - Dollar store foam board is cheap and great for making giant photo frames. See how easy it was to make this here.

5) Photo Sharing Sign - A simple way to see all the fun photos from Prom and Grad festivities is to add a common hashtag when posting. You can download the sign I designed for free below.

*** To download the sign for free: click on the picture below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 8x10 photo.

6) Graduation tiered tray - To make this inexpensive dollar store tray, all you need are: dollar store plates, dollar store candle holders, a button, and embroidery thread (to make a tassel). Find the step by step instructions here.

7) Inexpensive (and Simple) Graduation Candy Bar - A candy bar with "punny signs" is super fun for a graduation get together. Get the instructions and FREE tags for 2025 here.

8) Punny Party Favours - It's always fun to have something guests can take with them when they leave. I love a good party favour, don't you? Get the instructions and FREE tags for 2025 here.

I hope you like these ideas... and let me know which one is your favourite.

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

PS (You can find a great way to preserve graduation memories here.)

Quick and Easy (and adorable!) Mother's Day Crafts ("how to" videos included)

There is nothing better than a handmade gift, and today I have four Mother's Day crafts that are super-cute (and easy to make). Most of the supplies come from the dollar store, and I have step-by-step instructions below.

1) Pom pom flower - These flowers are simple to make and are totally adorable! I made a step-by-step instructional video to walk you through the process. You can find the "how to" video here.

2) Sucker flower card - Everyone needs a sweet treat and this sucker flower fits the bill... and it's perfect for Mother's day. Wrap some cupcake liners around a sucker (I used three for mine), add a couple of cardstock leaves, cut a couple of slits on the front of a card, and insert the sucker flower. Don't forget to add a thoughtful note inside the card. Check out the full step-by-step instruction video here.

3) Handmade keychain - A handmade keychain is a useful gift that kids can make for them moms. You'll need a wooden ornament, a key ring, paint, and a decal. I used a Cricut to make mine, but as an alternative, you could use stickers or paint to decorate it. I love this little gift, don't you? Check out the full instructions here.

4) Wooden flower magnet - Making a wooden flower magnet is a fun idea too, and it's something mom's can use. You'll need a wooden flower, a button, craft paint and a magnet. (I purchased all of my supplies at the dollar store.) Then, paint the flower, and use hot glue to attach the the button and magnet. Find the instructions here.

I hope you like these simple Mother's Day crafts. You might also like video I made here:

Happy Mother's Day!!!

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

NEW bunny wreath you can DIY using dollar store supplies / Dollarama DIY/ Easter Wreath

The great thing about DIY is that you can customize your decor to your style and taste... using inexpensive supplies. Today, I'm sharing a gorgeous Easter wreath I made using Dollarama supplies. Check out the result (and the instructions) below.

Here's what I started with...

And here's what I created:

Cute, right?!?

Want to make one of your own? 

Check out the video below for the step-by-step instructions.

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

8 NEW EASTER Crafts for the WHOLE Family / Cheap and cheerful Easter Crafts for Kids & Adults/ Dollarama DIYs

Crafting is a great way to spend time with friends and family... and it's wonderful for mental health. And holiday crafting is the BEST! Today I am sharing 8 easy Easter crafts the whole family will enjoy. The crafts are simple and you can find most of the supplies in your recycling bin and at the dollar store.

1) Bunny treat holder - This is a cute craft, and a fun Easter party favour. Download the template here, colour the bunnies, cut them out, cut slips, and insert a treat. Cute, right? You can find step-by-step instructions here.

2) Heart shaped, yarn covered Easter chick - This little chick is totally adorable, and it's made by wrapping yarn around a dollar store wooden heart. Then, add a beak, googly eye, and beak... and voila! You can find the detailed step-by-step instructions here.

3) Coffee filter bunny suckers - Sometimes simple ideas are the best ones... and these bunnies are a perfect example. Cover a sucker with coffee filter, tie with a piece of twine, cut the top in half, twist the ears, and add the facial details. Sooooo adorable!!! You can find step-by-step instructions here.

4) Bunny cookie - This is craft is cute... and it's delicious. Place a cookie in a cellophane bag. Then, add cardstock bunny ears, googly eyes, a sticker nose, whiskers, and a mouth. This would make a wonderful Easter dinner "take home" treat. You can find step-by-step instructions here.

5) Wooden bunny ornament - I purchased a box of wooden circles (50 for $4) at my local Dollarama, but wood slice ornaments would work too. I painted the circle white, and added popsicle stick ears, a twine hanger, and a bunny face. I used a Cricut decal for the face, but stickers and paint markers would work well too. You can find step-by-step instructions here.

6) The cutest yarn chick - This is such a delightful little ornament... and it's super-fun to make. Kids and adults will love this one! You weave yarn around a piece of a toilet roll, and add a felt beak and googly eyes. You can find step-by-step instructions here.

7) Recycled bunny artwork - How cute is this bunny art? It's a fun piece made from an empty egg carton and a piece of a cardboard box. Kids, tweens and teens will love getting creative with this one! You can find step-by-step instructions here.

8) Paper Easter baskets - These are fun to craft and are perfect for gifting. Download the template I designed (below), decorate the basket, cut it out, fold it, staple in place, and add a pipe cleaner handle. You can find step-by-step instructions here.

To download the paper basket template: click on the photo below, right-click, save it, and print it like a regular 8x10 photo.

What do you think of the 8 Easter crafts I shared today? Let me know YOUR favourite in the comments below. Happy Easter!

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)