Super-cute Dollar Store Decor / Adorable FINDS and easy DIYs

Yesterday, I was browsing the aisles of my local Dollarama... and I found a couple of items that were perfect for DIYing! In the video I made (below) I show you what I found, how I DIYed them, and a super-cute way to style them. You are going to LOVE these!

Check out the adorable mushroom DIY, deck lanterns, and bathroom upgrade here:

Pretty cute, right? Don't forget to like the video and subscribe to my YouTube channel. I have some really fun things planned for summer.

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

3 NEW DIY GIFTS made using Dollar Store supplies / FREE gift tags included

I love a useful gift, don't you? Today I am sharing THREE new DIY GIFTS that are made using supplies I found at Dollarama. I'm also including a video with the simple "how to" instructions and FREE printable gift tags.

1) "If you give a teacher a cookie..." GIFT -- Dollarama has soooo many cute mugs, or you can make one with your Cricut like I did. You can fill the mug with coffee, gift cards, store bought cookies or homemade cookies. Then, just add the adorable tag I designed. Easy peasy!!!

To download the tags I designed for FREE: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.

2) Super-cute DANDELION VASE -- Dollarama has super-cute tiny vases, and they are perfect for little flowers picked by tiny hands. Great for a mom, dad or teacher. Just add the adorable tag I designed (below), and it's perfect for "gifting". 

To download the tags I designed for FREE: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.

3) "In case of Emergency" GIFT FRAME -- Dollar store frames and shadow boxes are easy to turn into super-cute gifts with a the addition of gift cards and/or treats. I added a Cricut decal that says "In Case of EMERGENCY Break Glass". If you don't have a Cricut machine, you could use alphabet stickers.

You can check out all the step by step instructions in the video I made (below).

What do you think of these budget-friendly gift ideas? Let me know which one is your favourite!

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

5 Fantastic DIY Gifts for DADs/ Father’s Day Crafts / Dollarama DIY

Handmade gifts are perfect for Father's Day -- they are thoughtful and budget-friendly. Today, I'm sharing FIVE fantastic DIY gifts that dads are guaranteed to LOVE! Most of the supplies came from my local Dollarama, so you'll be able to find everything you need at your local dollar store.

Check out the video (with all the step by step instructions) here:

1) Wood slice key chain - Wood slices from the dollar store can be easily customized and turned into a super-cute, customized key chain. Find the full instructions here.

2) Dad's "pocket stuff" tray - A personalized tray is a great place for dad to drop his keys, loose change, and phone. Help dad get organized with this adorable "pocket stuff" tray. Find the step-by-step instructions here.

3) Paper heart "stuffed with treats" - A fun paper-stitched heart is a great way to gift goodies to dad. It's simple to make, and you can find the simple instructions here.

4) Dad's SNACK 'STACHE jar - Dads love a good "pun", so this jar (filled with his favourite snacks) is a great gift for Father's Day. Find the full instructions here. 

5) Handmade card - I love a card with a handwritten (and heartfelt) message inside. Find out how to make this cute shirt tie here.

Let me know which of these DIYs is your favourite. I think they are all pretty adorable. 

Happy Father'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)

8 Quick and Easy Things to Make with Your CRICUT / Cricut Crafts to SELL and GIFT

If you have a Cricut and are looking for inspiration, you are going to love this. I’m sharing the BEST quick and easy things to make with your Cricut using inexpensive blanks. They are perfect projects for selling and/or gifting.

1) Personalized journal - I bought an inexpensive journal at my local Dollarama for $3.50, and I thought it would be great to add a funny message to it. You could add any words or pictures. This makes a great gift for a friend, family member or coworker. Get a closer look here.

2) Custom candle - I bought a great smelling candle for less than $5 at my local Dollarama. The blank side is perfect for adding a Cricut decal. I added a "I wish you lived next door" decal to mine. I think this would make a perfect hostess gift, don't you? Get a closer look here.

3) Candy dishes - The dollar store has a large variety of food storage containers, and they are easy to embellish with a Cricut. I recently made one into a candy dish for a high school graduate. This makes a great gift... and a fun addition to a gift card too. Get a closer look here.

4) Glassware - It's easy to find, inexpensive, and perfect for personalization. Wine glasses, beer steins, coffee mugs, and tumblers sell well, and they make great gifts. Get a closer look at a variety of options here.

5) Cutting boards - I love gifts that are dual purpose, so this cutting board is a favourite craft of mine. I used Cricut decals to turn one side into a tray for the Easter Bunny and the other side into a tray for Santa. Cute, right? Get a closer look here.

6) Wooden trays - Wooden trays can easily be transformed into any type of sign. For example, this baby announcement sign is a perfect gift for new parents. Get a closer look here.

7) LED lamps - These colour changing lamps with remotes are one of the best sellers in my shop. A piece of decor that can be customized is a perfect Cricut canvas. I've added names, logos, hockey players, and more. Get a closer look here.

8) Christmas ornaments - I love making Christmas tree ornaments using my Cricut. It's a wonderful way to commemorate important events and milestones. This year, my son is graduating from high school, and I made this graduation ornament for him. Get a closer look here.

You may also be interested in the video I made here.

I hope I've inspired you to try something new with your Cricut. Let me know in the comments which one of these projects is YOUR favourite.

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

The cutest St. Patrick's Day Crafts / Easy to make using dollar store supplies

St. Patrick's Day isn't just for the Irish. It's a fun craft theme too! Today, I'm sharing the cutest St. Patrick's Day crafts... made mostly of Dollarama supplies. Check out the post below... or pop on over to YouTube, and check out the video I made here.

1) Yarn Hat - This hat is easy and inexpensive to make. It's a great family craft too because it's fun for ALL ages. Find the step-by-step tutorial here.

2) Lucky charm - The wood rounds I used to make this come in a package of 50 for $4, so they are really inexpensive. Add a decal, some twine, and wooden beads to create an adorable "lucky charm". Find the full step-by-step tutorial here.

3) Wood block leprechaun hat - This craft is adorable, and looks great displayed on a shelf or tiered tray. Find the full step-by-step instructions here.

4) DIY St. Patrick's Day edible rainbow necklace - What's better than a craft you can eat?!?! Check out the full step-by-step instructions here.

Want a closer look, check out the video I made below.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)