For the time being, characters in the parks are not signing autographs. But when traditional meet and greets return, I think there’s a lot of room for creativity! Autograph books are wonderful souvenirs – they’re a special collection of characters from all different worlds. But honestly, how often do we go back and revisit them? […] Read more…
Over the years, I’ve developed a terrible obsession with pins (combined with my ear collection, I’m starting to feel like a Disney hoarder!). I try to just stick to my absolute favorite characters and attractions, but it’s so hard not to keep grabbing new ones. My mom made me a beautiful felt Minnie board, but […] Read more…
Sometimes, counting down for a Disneyland trip can be just as exciting as walking through the gates. A countdown calendar definitely helps build the excitement – especially when the numbers hit single digits. A while back, I shared a block countdown calendar that’s easy to put together. Here’s another variation that can be a daily […] Read more…
A while back, I posted an easy fall Mickey wreath DIY. But now that my mind is totally on the upcoming holiday season, I’ve got a new Christmas-y version! What you’ll need: Some kind of string material to create your base – I found this cheap string with leaves and berries at Michaels, but any […] Read more…
Now that fall is in full swing, I’ve been seeing wreaths EVERYWHERE. Pumpkin wreaths, leaf wreaths, twigs, hay…tis the season for them all. I couldn’t find any small ones that I liked for my door, so I decided to make my own. It was surprisingly easy, and gave me the chance to put a Hidden […] Read more…
It should come as no surprise to any reader of this blog that I’m a huge fan of tiaras. I wear one on virtually every visit to the park. Disney has some great options, both sparkly ones for grownups (New Orleans Square & Main Street) and sturdier ones for the little ones (all over the […] Read more…
Sick of autograph books? Looking for a creative way to show off your signature collection? I’m always on the lookout for creative ways to get those autographs, like the frame DIY I shared a while back. An easy way to personalize your autographs is to collect them on your initials! You can get wood or plastic […] Read more…
We Disney fans know the importance of a countdown…it builds excitement for the trip! And you can build your own little countdown, even if you don’t have wall space to hang up a countdown. This easy DIY will get you pumped for your trip, and makes for a nice little decoration too. What you’ll need: […] Read more…
I have to admit…I’m a sucker for a Disney tee. And when I can’t find one that has a particular image or style I’m looking for, I make my own! And you can too, with this super simple DIY project. What you’ll need: Computer & printer A photo transfer kit (I used Transfermations for dark material) […] Read more…
I’ve never been a big fan of autograph books. They’re awesome ways to keep track of all the characters you’ve met, but honestly, how often do you sit down to flip through them? So I’m always on the hunt for more creative ways to show off my autographs. A recent trip to Michaels gave me […] Read more…
If you’re as much of a Disney nerd as I am, you may have encountered this dilemma when planning your Disneyland outfit: ears or a tiara? They’re both fan favorites in the parks, and I always have trouble deciding which to wear. (#Disneyproblems, right?) Instead of choosing, why not wear both? You can create your […] Read more…
I love Disney decor; my room is filled with classic movie posters, photos from my trips to the park, and my childhood figurines of my favorite characters. But Disney art can be a little pricey, so I prefer to create my own decor when I can. This is a tutorial for an easy way to add […] Read more…
One of my favorite rides in Disneyland is the Storybook Land Canal Boats; I love seeing entire Disney kingdoms up close! And when I couldn’t come up with a creative way to decorate a small strip of dirt outside my window, my mom had a great idea: build your own scene like in the Canal […] Read more…
Collecting character autographs is a favorite past time among Disney fans, but how many of us ever go back and flip through our autograph books? If you’re looking for a different way to remember meeting your favorite Disney heroes and villains, try making a Character Autograph Photo! This craft puts a spin on traditional autograph […] Read more…