Seniors on Vancouver Island enjoy many crafts and hobbies, so we feature articles, local products and services available to help you better enjoy them.
Halloween is just around the corner, and there’s still time to create something special for the little ghosts, goblins, witches and superheroes who will soon be knocking at your door.For seniors who enjoy crafting, baking or simply making children smile, homemade Halloween giveaways offer a wonderful alternative to the usual store-bought candy. They’re personal, inexpensive…
This is a super simple project and makes a great gift. It utilizes mostly items from the dollar store – picture frame, shells, floral sand, hot glue, flat backed glass marbles etc. You can also collect small pieces such as shells and sticks from the beach on your next walk. First, you will need to…
Here’s an easy way to dress up or customize inexpensive dishes, for yourself or as a personal gift. All you need is some Sharpie brand pens, a mug, wine glass, plate, any dish of your choice, and an oven. Because Valentine’s Day is approaching, I thought I would show you how to make an easy…
Some of us count down in days, others in weeks, and those with big shopping lists – in pay periods! One of the most fun ways to countdown to Christmas is with an advent calendar. I decided to add a new twist to an old tradition. In this article, I will show you how to…