Friday, June 12, 2015

The Art And Restoration Inside Vintage VW's


More Flower Power To You VW!The art and restoration of Vintage VW's- So many cool ideas!

Anyone who knows me, knows I love VW's and events that display them! Whether it's the  VW Transport Fest in Boston,  Busses and Balloons in New Mexico or The VDub Hippiefest in Tarpon Springs, one thing is apparent, and that is, that every one of these old VW's has been saved from a landfill.
At every old car show you see vehicles in every stage of transformation, from totally reconditioned to original shabby chic. 
I love that people have found and rescued many of them and very creatively given them a new life. 

Oh, and did I say, that the VW's are fun and make you smile?  Just think of Fillmore, the 1960 VW Bus, in the movie Cars. 
Vw owners are particularly creative with their restorations. Partly because it's a playful car and partly because the parts are often hard to come by, so they have to be!   Here are some unique upcycle ideas that will not only bring you back in time, but put a smile on your face.  You may even  find some of them useful.

VW Interiors: Fun or funky,  happy faces or peace symbols. upcycle or recycle,  anything goes.

Alla "Smileys" vintage happy faces ...what could be more cheerful!


Alla "50's" ... The checkerboard diner look ..from socks off to sock hops


Iphone holders were not a thing of the past...but we need them now.  A clever one.


Wine Case holders cut at an angle make great storage options.


Burlap coffee bags line doors...Mexican seat covers ..Juan Valdaez would love this!


Peace and  Love and Tie Dye ... a Hippie Dream come true.


Polka dot heaven ...how cute is this?


Clean and crisp ... a tailored look on these redone door panels.

The designer look ..rolled pillows and matching drapes on this Westfalia Weekender
 Table redo using bar coasters...why not try it with show stickers or travel decals!  

Clever much needed storage options customize  this camper 



Match it up with useful 50's and 60's collectables. Why buy new. 


Show off your personality and favorite colors.  Make it homey! 
VW Exteriors: Talk about anything goes...anything is possible! 

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Friday, June 5, 2015

It's World Environment Day!


Did you know that WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY was established in 1972 by the general assembly of the UN? It's not Earth Day but still we should take notice.

To Learn more about World Environment Day, what it is, why it started , who started it and more,  go here.

To learn lots about your world see Planetpals.com the best place to learn how to have Healthy Planet and be Healthy People.


Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Happy Camper Guide


For many people camping is not just a place to stay but an experience!

Happy Camper Guide! Everything you need to know to camp in your RV, Tent or Campervan. What to bring, what to do, how to do it.

There is nothing better than communing with nature. Waking up to smell the coffee and the scent of the ocean, the trees or admiring the vast landscape.  Wherever you camp it can bring you closer to the great outdoors.

Of course, whether you camp in a tent, camper van, yurt or RV, there are special memories to be made, particularly if you are sharing them with friends, family or loved ones.

Here is our simple guide to making those camping moments a little more special, fun and comfortable:

Know Before You Go!
  • Check the weather.  
  • Check checklists
  • Bring directions or GPS
  • Don't forget emergency Supplies
Decorate.  Make it yours.

Camp Set Up:
  • Pitch your tent on level ground
  • Separate eating and sleeping areas
  • Designate a wet area for water and clean up
  • Designate a trash area.  Keep food off the ground!
  • Designate a Pet Place
  • Keep things you need often handy!
  • Accessorize with camping furniture, shelters, sports equipment, camper kitchen
  • Decorate. Make it yours. Yes, you heard us.  A great project for the kids!  Find flowers for the table, put up a flag or sign, make a menu, make it happy.
Happy CampFire


Campfire Building:
How to make a Campfire

Campfire Activities:
  • Cooking. Why not let the kids cook! Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner
  • Dutch Oven Cooking is a campers favorite
  • Hot coffee, Hot cocoa
  • With Smores!  Try new recipes!
  • Campfire songs and campfire stories
  • Camp cocktails.  Doesn't have to be liquor to be fun!
  • Start a tradition!


Outdoor Activities:
Play a game or make one
  • Bike
  • Swim
  • Nature walk
  • Natural scavenger hunt
  • Invent a game
  • Play a game or board game
  • Read 
  • Write in a nature journal.

Bed Time:
  • Have pajamas and toiletries in an easily available spot. 
  • Prepare individual bed/bath kit for each person with: PJ's/ towel / soap / toothbrush / toothpaste etc
  • Have flashlights readily accessible
  • Night time story 

What you need and why

Neccesities: 
See our camping boards on Pinterest:

Happy Camping! Wherever you go.


Monday, June 1, 2015

Happy June Full Moon Pals!


The June Moon:

Tuesday, June 2, 12:19 p.m. EDT. The Full Moon of June is known as the “Mead Moon,” “Strawberry Moon,” “Rose Moon,” or “Thunder Moon.” It rises around sunset and sets around sunrise; this is the only night in the month when the moon is in the sky all night long. The rest of the month, the moon spends at least some time in the daytime sky. 


See the names for every month

Learn more about the Full Moon Names,  Moon Phases and Moon Facts at Planetpals!



Tuesday, May 19, 2015

A Crafty Book Report Of Walt Disney

This Book Report Idea Is An A+

When Chris had to do extra credit for his book report of Walt Disney,  he chose to make a recycle DIY bottle sculpture craft of him, here's how!

This Book Report Idea Is An A+  When Chris had to do extra credit for his book report of Walt Disney,  he chose to make a Recycle DIY Bottle Sculpture Craft of him, here's how!
The Book Report:

Christopher's elementary class project was to read a book from the WHO WAS Series of biography books for kids.  Each child chose to read a different book and was encouraged, as extra credit, to make an image of the person they read about. 

The book Christopher chose to read and illustrate for his report was "WHO WAS Walt Disney". Since Christopher chose Walt Disney, he made an image of Walt for the extra credit. We are glad he went the extra mile! 


who was books book report
 WHO WAS Series of Biography books for kids.
His Extra Credit Project:

Given suggestions by the teacher, one of the project choices was to use a soda bottle. He started with a large 2 liter Soda Bottle, which he filled with some sand to make it stable.


recycle plastic bottle craft
Start with an empty soda bottle
  • Then he added some scraps of felt to make his outfit 
  • He covered a foam ball with clay for the head and mustache.
  • We suggest if you make one, you use DIY LINT Clay.  
  • Plus he added yarn scraps for hair, eyes and an arty outfit!

This Book Report Idea Is An A+  When Chris had to do extra credit for his book report of Walt Disney,  he chose to make a Recycle DIY Bottle Sculpture Craft of him, here's how!
The bottle sculpture half decorated
Finally,  to make it look just like Walt Disney, he added his finishing touches: 
  • An artist beret 
  • Mickey Mouse patch from felt scraps
  • A palette from recycled cardboard
  • Some paint and a brush  

Voila it's Walt!
This Book Report Idea Is An A+  When Chris had to do extra credit for his book report of Walt Disney,  he chose to make a Recycle DIY Bottle Sculpture Craft of him, here's how!
The finished sculpture of Walt Disney!
Great Job Chris!  Clever and creative just like Walt.  

Not only did Chris learn about one of the most visionary people of the world, he leaned how to upcycle and get crafty, like a Planetpal!

Definitaly an A+.