It’s time for another E-Book from Paul Tarlow of Helios Glass in Austin. He’s going to help you use up all of your scrap glass to make super cool projects. Nothing ever goes to waste. I’m trying to decide what I’m going to make first…the mini stack or the pattern bars…maybe both. As with Paul’s other E-Books, he explains things really well with great photography so that glass enthusiasts of all skill levels can successfully take on these projects and figure out how to make them their own. Go get the book, fire up some scrap and let me know what you make. This E-Book is available now.
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Add a Splash of Joy to Your Crafts with The Big Book of Happy Crafts
If you love filling your home with color, personality, and handmade charm, then The Big Book of Happy Crafts by Lucia Mallea is going to be your new favorite creative companion. This book is an absolute celebration of cheerful DIY, packed with 24 vibrant and joyful projects designed to spark your imagination and make your space a little brighter.
Lucia Mallea brings her signature style—bold, colorful, and totally fun—to every project, from paper flower arrangements and party décor to custom accessories and playful home accents. The instructions are easy to follow, even for beginner crafters, and the materials are accessible—think paper, craft tools, and glitter (because yes, everything’s better with glitter).
What makes this book especially fun for those of us who love thrifting and upcycling is how effortlessly it encourages you to reimagine simple supplies into something magical. Whether you’re decorating for a celebration or just want your daily surroundings to feel a little more fun, this book offers creative ways to craft with joy.
It’s also a great reminder that crafting doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful—it just has to make you smile. And The Big Book of Happy Crafts does exactly that.
Shellie