Give that traditional box of chocolates a stylish and crafty upgrade with this quick and easy project! It takes just five minutes from start to finish, and it’s a wonderful way to use up any scrap pieces of your favorite fabric. And better yet, it can be re-used again and again. P.S. – If you’re […]
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DIY Succulent Pumpkin Décor
When my best friend told me she was pregnant, I had three urgent questions for her. How are you feeling? When’s the due date? Can I start planning your baby shower now? You see, she’s not just pregnant; she’s pregnant with my nephew. And everyone knows I love a good party. When she found out […]
DIY Watercolor Journals
I’m always on the lookout for a good quick and dirty DIY, and this project is all that plus it’s pretty to look at and useful. So whether you make this now or pin it to your “holiday gifts to make” Pinterest board, you’ll love the process and your finished project – promise! -Lisa Rios […]
DIY Wood Pennant Print
Freezer paper printing is most definitely one of the easiest and most accessible methods for DIY printing. It’s so simple to create a custom stencil and print on just about every type of natural fiber, plus it’s so gratifying to pull up the paper to reveal your printed design. But did you know that you […]
How to make a DIY felt succulent plant
I am literally the worst when it comes to taking care of plants. Despite having a mom who has the greenest thumb around (I literally have childhood memories of neighbors and relatives talking about her incredible ability to save plants from the brink of death), I just can’t seem to shake my black thumb. Luckily, […]
How to make a Valentine’s Day Photo book
My husband and I took a trip to Rome in 2012, and it was by far the best week of our lives. And you better believe we took lots of photos. Like, over 1,000. How many do you think we printed? Exactly none. If you’re anything like me, almost every single photo you’ve taken in […]
How to make a Cat Coaster
When I was a kid, my family was very much a dog family. We’ve had several dogs throughout the years and I have developed a profound affection for their playful, super friendly and loyal nature. Once, when I was in high school, a friend found a kitten inside of a dumpster and brought him over […]
How to Make DIY washi tape wooden gift tags
I never considered myself much of a paper crafter until recently. I have made exactly one scrapbook… over 10 years ago. All of that changed when washi tape hit the scene several years ago. If you aren’t familiar with washi tape, it is a decorative paper tape with low tack adhesive that is easy to […]
How to Make DIY Fall Paper Flower Pumpkin Decor
As self-employed makers, my husband and I rarely get a chance to slow down and really enjoy the holidays. Starting in about the second week of November our online orders start rolling in and before we know it, it’s the evening before Christmas eve and we’re both driving around to finally start our holiday shopping […]
How to Make a DIY Felted Pumpkin
I literally had to force myself to wait until after Labor Day weekend to start sharing fall crafts with you. I don’t know what it is about this time of year, but I want to bury myself in all things wool and cozy and pumpkin. Even when it’s 90 degrees outside. I hope that this […]
