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Giveaway- The Unofficial Guide to Crafting the World of Harry Potter

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Giveaway- The Unofficial Guide to Crafting the World of Harry Potter

Leave a comment in today’s post by August 11th, 2016 and you are in the running for this fun crafting book that features all sorts of projects. Lots of which are made with recycled elements.

Open to U.S. residents only please.

“Charming crafts even Muggles can make!

You won’t need alchemy or a magic wand to make these magical projects inspired by the world of Harry Potter. With a little Hogwarts creativity and the step-by-step guidance of this spellbinding book, you’ll be able to transfigurate simple supplies and things around the house into everything from Remembrall Rings to Butterbeer Lip Balm to Nargles for your front lawn.

You’ll be as busy as Mrs. Weasley knitting her Christmas sweaters as you dive into dozens of Potterific projects. Relive the excitement of Harry’s adventures with these genius crafts. Drop some homemade Pgymy Puff Bath Fizzies into the tub and pretend you’re Moaning Myrtle. Keep memories of the Quidditch pitch close with your very own Golden Snitch Necklace. Or show off the Sorting Hat’s selection with a House Colors Tie-Dye Shirt.

Accio, crafting supplies–it’s time for some wonderful wizardly fun!”

Are you hosting a Harry Potter party? Check out these DIY Harry Potter crafts on Craftbits.com that we made and take a look at them in our very own Harry Potter Party we hosted. We also created these Harry Potter cupcakes and share the tutorial here. Check out the Harry Potter Cookbook too for fun party food.

If you are looking for Harry Potter gifts check out these on Etsy.

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  2. My whole family loves Harry Potter and crafts! This would be an awesome book for us to have! Jadahlgr at Yahoo dot Com

  5. My 2 adult children & 4 grand-children all Love Harry! We often make craft projects for ourselves, parties, or the house and try to be creative with re-purposed materials. Great book for more great ideas!

  8. It would be wand-erful to win this book, that way I won’t have to snitch it from someone.

  9. I did a HP-themed BD party for my twin daughters years ago. Wish this book had been around then.

  16. I would love this book. I read all the Harry Potter books to my kids when they were growing up, and now my 27 year old son is buying the new book and asked if I could read it out loud to the family. What a great memory these books turned out to be for our family! Jadahlgr at Yahoo dot Com

  17. My niece and nephew are huge Harry Potter fans, this would be such a fun activity for us to share!

  21. When my daughter came home from school in 1998 mad about her assignment to read and write a report about some ‘stupid book about wizards’ never would I have dreamed that it would end up making her a fan for life and give her a love for reading.

  22. The muggles big and small would love this book in my house! We are always looking for a project.

  26. Harry Potter crafting book that sounds fun, me and my family could learn all sorts crafts to do when we are bored.

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How to Paint Melamine Furniture

Recently, we received an email from Jenny, one of our readers, asking for some advice on painting melamine furniture. Jenny was looking to refresh an old dresser but wasn’t sure about the right way to tackle the project. Well, we’ve got just the thing! After some digging, we came across a fantastic article on Spraypaint Blog titled How to Recycle and Paint Melamine Furniture, which walks you through the process step-by-step.

Why This Article is Perfect for Jenny (and You!)

This guide is incredibly comprehensive, covering everything you need to know about painting melamine—an often tricky material to work with. Melamine is known for its smooth, glossy surface, which can be tough to paint without the right preparation. But with the tips from this article, you’ll learn how to properly prep your melamine pieces, choose the right paint, and achieve a professional-looking finish.

The article also dives into the importance of sanding and priming the surface to ensure that the paint adheres well. With these steps, Jenny (and anyone else trying this project) can be sure that their painted melamine furniture will not only look great but last for years to come.

Jenny, we hope this article gives you all the info you need to tackle your melamine furniture project! It’s clear from the tutorial that a little prep work goes a long way, and with the right products, even melamine can be transformed into a beautiful, personalized piece.

For anyone else curious about painting melamine, check out the full article on Spraypaint Blog for all the tips and techniques: How to Recycle and Paint Melamine Furniture. Happy painting!

My Tips for Painting Melamine Furniture

Hey Jenny (and anyone else planning a melamine project), here are my top tips to help you get the best results when painting melamine furniture:

Prep is Key
Clean the surface well, then lightly sand it with fine-grit sandpaper to give the primer something to grip onto. Trust me, it makes a big difference!

Prime Like a Pro
Don’t skip the primer! Use a bonding primer that’s made for glossy surfaces or melamine. It’ll make sure your paint sticks and lasts.

Pick the Right Paint
Go for a good enamel or acrylic paint. I use a foam roller for a smooth finish—no brushstrokes! Apply a few thin coats, letting each one dry in between.

Topcoat for Durability
Once the paint’s dry, apply a protective topcoat (polyurethane or polycrylic) to help it stay scratch-free.

Give It Time
Let the paint cure for at least 48 hours before using the furniture—longer is even better! It’ll help the finish hold up over time.

Get Creative
Don’t be afraid to try fun colors or finishes! Melamine is perfect for getting a bit adventurous.