While I was pregnant with Alexandra, I was in search for some unique newborn photoshoot props. This crown is so cute and adorable that makes me awww every time I look at it. It’s super easy to make even if you are a beginner in crocheting. Let me know if you would like to watch a video of how to make it and I’d be happy to make one. Supplies Needed: Worsted Weight (4) Yarn, I used KnitPicks yarn that…

I’m sure everyone has that one friend (or maybe a few) who is fond of cooking. This DIY Vintage Recipe box is super easy to make and will make an excellent gift to people who love to cook. It is a perfect storage solution for many recipes and can be customized to your liking.

A cup of coffee get you going in the morning, a coffee-based body scrub can do wonders to your skin. Coffee is a natural exfoliant and exfoliating is one of the most important beautification elements. It helps to prevent acne, removes dead skin cells and exposes fresh, soft skin. This scrub is made of 4 ingredients: ground coffee, coconut oil, brown sugar and eucalyptus oil. Let’s talk about benefits. Coffee is rich in antioxidants, making it an amazing anti-inflammatory ingredient. It acts as…

A day full of energy starts with oatmeal. But did you know how many benefits oatmeal has for you skin? Oatmeal has anti-inflammatory properties and is perfect for most skin types, especially for sensitive skin, it contains saponins (a cleansing agent), it is moisturizing and helps remove dead skin cells. Oatmeal also can help treat acne, eczema, rosacea and rashes. That sounds great, isn’t it? Honey is a great natural moisturizer and also anti-aging ingredient for skin. Today I’ll show you how to make an easy DIY Almond…

Last fall I came across this absolutely adorable Polar Bear Crochet hat pattern right in time for my lovely nephew’s visit. Sarah designs the most adorable baby hats and I immediately thought that it looks exactly like Aspen, my American Eskimo. It deserved a photoshoot 😉 The free pattern of this crochet baby hat and instructions on how to make it can be found here. Sarah used “Loops & Threads Charisma Yarn”. I didn’t have those and used Knit Picks Comfy Worsted yarn in white instead. It’s very soft and cosy and turned…

Not so long time ago, if I had told my friends I was pregnant and going to have a baby, they’d have probably thought I’m crazy. Simply because, I was the wild one who never settled. Always seeking new adventures and wanting to explore the world. Fast forward and I’m now a proud mom of the cutest baby girl who’s by far my sweetest adventure. And guess what, I couldn’t be happier. Even after being pregnant for 9 months and having a 3 month old baby,…

I made these healthy vegan chocolate truffles to try today and what can I say – we absolutely loved them. Dates hold a special place in our family. We’re literally obsessed with this nature candy. Dates are full of nutrients and great source of various vitamins and minerals. Also, they are absolutely delicious! Just check the benefits of dates: Good source of energy, sugar and fiber. Essential minerals such as calcium, iron, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, magnesium and zinc are found in dates. Dates…

Winter in New York this year is relatively mild and hopefully it will stay this way, but I remember last Valentine’s Day was recorded as the coldest day of 2016. Mulled wine can warm up your body and soul along with a comfy blanket and cuddles with your loved one. Mulled wine kit is a wonderful  budget friendly gift that you can present to your sweetheart on this Valentine’s day. It’s fun to make together and even better to enjoy during cold…

“Open When” letters are the most romantic gift you can offer your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day or a similar occasion. It’s thoughtful and heartwarming especially if you’re in a long distance relationship. I gave this gift to my boyfriend on his birthday few years ago when I was studying in London. We didn’t see much of each other during this time so my boyfriend was super excited to open the letters and find out about his gifts. It certainly made the long distance…

Today tutorial is about how to make a Shabby Chic Style Tray. I’ve made this for my sister and her husband and they absolutely love it! This tray is relatively easy to make but it will surely take your breakfast in bed to a new level. To make this adorable shabby chic style trays you will need: Wooden tray of any size and style. I chose this cheap walnut unfinished trays from Amazon. They are small, very convenient and could be used for…