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Moving away from miniatures and onto a bit of house decor today. The vases above are modern looking and repurpose leftover plumbing copper. You can use leftover pex or other pipes from similar projects, as well. The ones I’ve experimented … Read More...
This technique of folding paper to create flowers as intricate and delicate as the one pictured above is called Kusudama. The term comes from Japanese and means medicine ball.
You can glue or sew the individual pieces together … Read More...
Need a little bag for candy or a small gift? No need to buy one, you can make your own. The A Muse Studio blog has cutting and folding instructions for making a tiny gift bag from just pattern paper, … Read More...
While you might look at this box and be curious, kids will look at it and be inspired. Meri Cherry found an amazing tray and filled it with small items. She started out with natural items, like stones, twigs, and … Read More...
Have you gotten that itch to be outdoors in these beautiful Summer evenings? Why not make your patio space even more enjoyable by dressing it up a bit with a great piece of furniture? These 8 DIY projects are gorgeous … Read More...
This idea came to us through our Facebook page – if you haven’t liked our page yet, go ahead and do so to stay up to date with all the creative projects we share!
Now, let’s talk about this ambitious … Read More...
I am totally diggin’ on these metallic reverse stenciled leaf print pillows made by Aunt Peaches. She shares a tutorial at I Love To Create showing how she created them. There’s no sewing required. They’re purchased pillowcases made over … Read More...
Do you know someone with a special anniversary coming up? Or maybe you have one coming up for yourself? This gift idea from the blog My Love For Words is absolutely beautiful and can be put together for $0! Simply … Read More...
AJ shares some great ideas and tips for getting your craft room all set up. If you’re on a budget you’ll lover her suggestions for what you can use as storage boxes for loose embellishments. She explains how she stores … Read More...
Betsy Niederer offers a great tutorial on how to sculpt detailed, accurate loaves of artisan bread and buns. Tips on colour, texture and detail are a big part of the tutorial. Whenever I get the chance to take lessons or … Read More...
Here is a unique gift the kids can make for dad to give to him on Father’s Day. Follow along with this tutorial and you can learn how to make one of these personalized plates using paint and stencils. You … Read More...
Let’s face it, we love to have some sort of project to keep our hands busy. Honestly, that’s why you are even visiting this site. Even though a good craft idea can soothe your soul, it’s not always so … Read More...
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make a few easy adjustments to a basic peasant top to make a babydoll dress. I’m so happy to see this! I rocked the babydoll dress back in … Read More...
Do you have kids in your home that are always asking to craft or do some type of hands-on project? I sure do! Handmade jewelry is always a great option and there are so many great ideas that are kid-friendly. … Read More...
Amy from Delineate your Dwelling posts a lot of stylish do it yourselves. This time she is sharing a take on a trending technique- marbling!
She says: “Sometimes you have to take crazy design risks. Sometimes you make a stop … Read More...
Watch as Jessica Lamb helps her friend Deb completely clean and organize her scraproom which got into a very untidy state. You’ll be amazed at the transformation! The 4-part video series gives me hope, because right now my scraproom looks … Read More...
Finding the summer months a little too .. well.. hot? Can’t afford a real air-conditioner? Can afford $8?
Then you need to watch this video.
You will learn to create a functional A/C for just over $8.00 using stuff you … Read More...
While this might be a great project for St. Patrick’s Day, it is a lot easier to find clovers growing outside during June than March. That is why I figured it was a great time to share it with you! … Read More...
Totally adorable! This baby cow costume with an udder to match will have you reaching for a onesie faster than you can say ‘Moo’.
Although created for Halloween, this idea is great for the year round, me thinks.
Ashley has … Read More...
Yes, I know, it’s at least 6 months until Christmas, but I just couldn’t resist sharing this adorable project with you all. Perhaps this is the perfect idea for your Christmas in July party – a fun way to get … Read More...
