Homes come in all shapes and sizes. Some people live in apartments, some in trailer homes, and 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 that […]
9 DIY Spring Wreaths for Easter
Your front door is the first thing that friends and family see when they come over. You can ensure that your door is welcoming and cheerful by making one of these affordable and homemade wreaths for spring and Easter! Wreaths for Easter and Spring 1. Sweet Spring Peep Wreath – Peeps are the sweet treat […]
13 Homemade Snow Globes
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 […]
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 […]
Wedding Gift Idea: Matching Stencil Pillow Cases for a “Deer” Couple
Sweet dreams for the happy couple with this super cute stenciled doe and buck pillow case set. I love to decorate with the deer theme whenever I can. I even simply use antlers most of the time. Included in the FolkArt Woodland set of stencils there is a charming set of doe and buck stencils […]
DIY Idea: Tribal Painted Backpack
As an artist, I find myself spending time looking at trends in and out of my wheelhouse—trends in home decor, clothing, kitchens, art, and design. I read magazines, check blogs, visit websites, and even brave watching some design shows to stay up on what is happening. Sometimes I see color combinations that inspire a project. […]
Recycled Craft: Faux Wooden Flower Pot
Use a clever painting technique to turn an old plastic pot into a little work of art. Once done, the pot will look as if it has been covered with plywood. Add jute ribbon, a small succulent, some pebbles, and a pot that was previously ready to be thrown out, has received a new lease […]
22 DIY Ideas for Maximizing Small Spaces
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 […]
12 Denim DIY Crafts: Putting Your Old Jeans to Good Use
Even though nobody likes to talk about it, at one point or another we have all grown out of our favorite pair of jeans. Whether this is from losing a few pounds (not me) or gaining a few (definitely me), these jeans have continued to collect dust as we have let our jean collection grow. […]
Mason Jar Craft: Giant Firefly Jar Decoration
Mason jar crafts are all over the place right now and this 21-inch wood mason jar with a cutout monogram inspired me to make it light up with twinkling tea lights just like a glass mason jar filled with summer fireflies like I used to collect when I was a kid. First up, I raised […]
