These are so easy you will be able to make one of these for everyone you know…and even people you don’t! How sweet is that!?
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Craft Challenge: Make a heart every day in a rainbow of colors
Have you done a creative challenge? I did. And I loved it! I did a mixed-media rubberstamped piece of art everyday in October. You can see them on Instagram under the hashtag #mabsdrawinktoberbystef
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Nesting dolls can make great pin cushions
This photo was part of a collection of a wide variety of interesting cloths, nail art and lots of other stuff over at the blog Lamna en Kommentar. I thought the idea for repurposing nesting dolls as pin cushions was … Read More ...
Cute cat gift wrap with paw and yarn ball
So many of us say we can’t draw but I bet all of us can draw this adorable cat paw reaching up for the ball of real yarn. Pop on over to the blog Let’s Wrap Stuff for the tutorial … Read More ...
2×4’s make great snowmen….who knew?
I don’t know about you but I have a stash of scrap wood that includes 2×4’s. I would never think of using something so straight to make such a traditionally round thing like a snowman out of. But over at … Read More ...
How to make bioplastic ornaments
Oh boy, another great use for all those silicone molds we all collect that come in every possible shape! I use mine for everything-plaster, hot glue and now I have to try bioplastic! Pop on over to Steam Powered Family … Read More ...
Upcyle your paper bags with art
Now is the time we turn toward our goals for the new year. My interests have grown beyond crafting toward art and that include lots of paper collage. I have experimented with a lot of surfaces so when I spotted … Read More ...
Color changing eggs for fun, decor and of course Easter!
Wow! Now another fun way to decorate Easter eggs that combines the fun of a mood ring with a paint job. Pop on over to the blog Dream a Little Bigger for the tutorial on how to make color changing … Read More ...
Great collection of pretty gift wrapping ideas
If you are lucky enough to have all your Christmas shopping done you may now be looking for creative ways to wrap up all those gifts. I thought these images had to contain some of the pretties papers and combinations … Read More ...
Mini animals in walnut shell Christmas ornaments
Making mini animal ornaments out of walnut shells can be a fun and creative way to add a personal touch to your Christmas decorations. Here’s a simple tutorial on how to create these cute ornaments:
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How to make a giant starburst Christmas tree topper
If you have a big tree in your house and looking to make a modern style starburst topper this could be just the easy project for you. I bet this would even work outside too. Pop on over to the … Read More ...
How to make snow globe jar toppers
I love snow globes and this project really kicks up the idea to a whole new level of fun and cuteness! Pop on over to the blog A Few Shortcuts for the tutorial on how to make snow globe topped … Read More ...
Put your own spin on store bought Christmas cards and envelopes
I wanted to share with you a few pieces of art I have been making. This first piece above is a Christmas card that I then added all sorts of other bits of art and washi tape. The envelope is … Read More ...
How to make sparkly Recycled salt shaker Christmas ornaments
I had been collecting salt and pepper shakers for a while as they can be used for all sorts of recycled projects, along with actually using them for their intended purpose. This project is great because you can temporarily make … Read More ...
How to make a candy cane star Christmas decoration
Along with this awesome star Christmas decoration made out candy canes
featured at the blog Country and Victorian Times there are also 2 other wreath style decorations. Who knew the simple candy cane was so versatile? Pop on over the … Read More ...