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Painted DIY Valentine Gift Boxes

January 28, 2021 by Amanda Freund Leave a Comment

Valentine candy is a classic for a reason: Everyone loves it! However, the heart-shaped candy covers featuring puppies and cartoon characters leave something to be desired. Why not personalize the box top with a little paint and an on-trend design pattern to give your gift the homemade touch? It’s easy, inexpensive, and, with the right […]

Filed Under: Holiday Crafts Tagged With: decoration, Decorative Crafts, DIY Gift Ideas, easy craft projects, holiday crafts

Rustic Valentine’s Day DIY Garland

January 26, 2021 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

I love making quick and easy decorations for the holidays, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. This cute Rustic Valentine’s Day DIY Garland is a quick and easy craft project that will add some homey romance to your home for this holiday. I recently got a set of Ranger Mica Sprays in pearlescent white, gold […]

Filed Under: Crafts Tagged With: decoration, Decorative Crafts, holiday crafts, Recycled Crafts, Stefanie Girard

13 Homemade Snow Globes

December 23, 2020 by AllFreeHolidayCrafts Leave a Comment

Learning how to make your own snow globe has become a favorite activity for crafters of all ages. That’s because when you make a snow globe, you bring a touch of winter magic right into your home. Many other winter decorations are lovely, but they just don’t have that same whimsical appeal as a simple […]

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6 Last Minute Table Runner Patterns You Can Make Before Thanksgiving

November 26, 2020 by FaveQuilts Leave a Comment

6 Last Minute Table Runner Patterns You Can Make Before Thanksgiving

There are fewer than two weeks until Thanksgiving, and many quilters have found themselves still searching for the right table decor. The editors at FaveQuilts realize how stressful things will be in the next few days, so we’ve rounded up some of our favorite table runner patterns that only require a few hours to make. […]

Filed Under: Quilting Tagged With: autumn, Decorative Crafts, FaveQuilts, holiday crafts, Kathryn Wright

Candy Cane Christmas Tray

October 30, 2020 by Benetta Strydom Leave a Comment

Candy canes are traditionally one of the most famous symbols seen during Christmas time. There is a lot of speculation that their red and white colors might have spiritual meaning, yet the true origin of candy canes is unknown. Mostly they are known for being used to make stunning Christmas decorations, and of course, for […]

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Low-Cost Crafts for Your Kitchen

October 6, 2020 by Cheap Eats and Thrifty Crafts Leave a Comment

Low-Cost Crafts for Your Kitchen

It’s easier than you think to give your kitchen a new look without breaking the bank. These low-cost kitchen crafts are the perfect way to save money on kitchen decorations and supplies. With these fun craft projects, you can easily spruce up your kitchen with homemade dishcloths, coasters, place mats, and more. To make sure […]

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Recycled Craft: Colored Pencil Candy Corn Halloween Decoration

September 15, 2020 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

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Candy corn is one of the most iconic candies, and I love to use them as a theme for decorations made with all sorts of materials. I happen to have a bunch of colored pencils, and the yellow, orange and white were the perfect colors to make a candy corn decoration. I found an outline […]

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Our Magical Fall Preview: Hanging Lanterns and Other Mason Jar Crafts

September 9, 2020 by AllFreeHolidayCrafts Leave a Comment

There’s nothing more gorgeous than an autumn day at twilight. I love taking a stroll around my neighborhood as the leaves blow around, seeing all the hazy colors of the season. It’s even more beautiful when I pass yards with the perfect mood lighting—twinkling lights or hanging lanterns. Beautiful outdoor lighting definitely adds to the […]

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10 Autumn Crafts and 10 Autumn Recipes You Will Fall For

September 5, 2020 by DIY Idea Center Leave a Comment

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Fall is such a great time of year. As a lover of colors, I particularly appreciate the changing leaves with all their hues of red, orange, brown, and yellow. My childhood home had seven or eight trees in the yard surrounding it, and at least four of them would drop leaves every autumn. Raking certainly […]

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22 DIY Ideas for Maximizing Small Spaces

July 22, 2020 by DIY Idea Center Leave a Comment

Homes come in all shapes and sizes. Some people live in apartments, some in trailer homes, or some in large town houses. I happen to live in an old brick house with radiator heating and no air conditioning. It’s ok though, we have windows. Every house, regardless of shape or size, has those awkward spaces […]

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Travel can broaden your horizons…and empty your wallet. However, the thrifty ones among us know how to save a few bucks here and there by making many travel essentials themselves. Knitting your own bags, cases, organizers and more can be a fun and rewarding experience that makes you ready to take on the world! When […]

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