DIY: Ninja Turtle Christmas Decorations

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Ninja Turtle Christmas decorations are by far the most fun, and loved craft I’ve done all year.

I got the idea from Dollar Store Crafts — and truthfully, most of my items were bought from our local dollar store except the googly eyes, which were purchased from Michael’s.

What you’ll need:

Ribbon (red, blue, purple and orange)
Green ball ornaments
Googly eyes

It’s pretty self explanatory. Wrap the ribbon around the ornament, make sure you leave enough to hang off, and paste the eyes on. Voila! Heroes in a half shell!

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DIY: Paper Mâché Pumpkins

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If you’re looking for a fun Hallowe’en craft, try your hand out at Paper Mâché Pumpkins.

I attempted the project with my mom. We couldn’t find orange tissue paper, so we improvised with orange streamers – although, I found it more difficult than the yellow tissue paper because it kept ripping. We also used water to thin out the glue.

What you’ll need: balloons, tissue paper (orange and yellow), paintbrush, small scissors, and wheat paste.

Instructions:
1) Paint inflated balloon with strips of orange tissue paper, and paste, until fully covered. Do this two times.
2) Repeat with yellow tissue paper. Do this two times.
3) Leave it overnight to dry.
4) Pop the ballon, and cut out the face.
5) Put small battery-powered light to brighten pumpkin

You can find the full DIY in Martha Stewart’s Handmade Holiday Crafts.

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Ajax’s Pumpkinville 2014

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For the third year in a row, it was another rainy Pumpkinville in the Town of Ajax. But that didn’t stop me, or hundreds of other residents from packing Greenwood Conservation area for the annual Hallowe’en event, last Saturday.

This year, we took part in the free family train ride, grabbed our pumpkins (which were seriously so heavy!) courtesy of Loblaws, warmed up with Pumpkin Patch tea, and enjoyed the smell of roasting marshmallows.

Other activities included a haunted house, trick-or-treat bag decorating, and a magic show.

Pumpkinville is my favourite event put on by the town. If you missed my post from last year, click here to check it out.

 

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And I’ve recently been trying to Instagram more events. So if you have it, follow me! I’ll follow you back.
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Erika & Madeline: Enniskillen Conversation Area

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This past Thanksgiving weekend, I have the privilege to do some photos of my friend Erika and her beautiful daughter Madeline at Enniskillen Conservation Area in Clarington. Mother Nature couldn’t make her mind up all day – was it going to rain or not? Luckily, showers held off.

A little backstory for you – I’ve known Erika since 2005 when she brought me on as a volunteer at RogersTV. I was probably about 16-years-old, and a nervous mess at the time. Fast-forward almost a decade later, and I’ve watched her help shape the lives of TV professionals, and inspire others to make healthy lifestyle choices. For me more specifically, she helped me craft my entry essay for post-secondary school, and has been a huge supporter of my photography for the past couple of years. For that, I am so thankful.

About Enniskillen Conservation Area – it’s a place for hikers and dog walkers. You might also find yourself sitting on the dock during the nice weather. And for the winter? According to the park’s website, a 3km trail network offers some opportunities for cross-country skiing.

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A thank you for Thanksgiving

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As another year is nearing an end (Christmas countdown: 2.5 months!), I realize I am surrounded by riches. I have the most colourful, quirky friends – easily complimenting my unique personality, and I’ve been blessed with a kind, warm-hearted family.

To all my Canadian friends celebrating Thanksgiving this long weekend, I hope you find time to share with your loved ones, just as I am doing.

Below: a quick photo I snapped at Pingle’s Farm Market, located at 1805 Taunton Rd, Hampton. It’s one of my favourite locations for fall-themed photos. Thanks guys for letting us hang out for the afternoon!
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