Friday, September 29, 2017

Wreath for Halloween


Wrap a foam ring with lovely decorative mesh to make a holiday or Halloween wreath in no time.

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Wednesday, September 27, 2017

Fall Checklist Chalkboard



This pretty floral chalkboard, embellished with pom poms, ric rac, and a darling glittered crow, is the perfect home decor piece for fall. The flowers and leaves reflect the warm tones of the autumn season. This pretty DIY decor piece is simple to assemble and can be personalized with a flourish of your chalk marker!

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Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Dress Up Your Hat for any Season with Felt Flowers


This year I updated my favorite sun hat with a little die cutting magic!  Not just for summer; felt flowers are everlasting and with lots of colors to choose from; a perfect accent for both in and outdoor décor!  

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Saturday, September 23, 2017

Faux Blood - For Jewelry & More


I'm a certified "Halloween-aholic".   I just love creepy, ghoulish projects celebrating my favorite season of the year.   This is one of my all time favorite techniques and I've used it for jewelry, on glass, and in paper crafting for cards and scrapbook pages.  There are two versions - the original "blood" and then the truly GHOULISH version.....   Want to be a mad scientist?

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Thursday, September 21, 2017

Kunin Felt Blog Hop

This month's blog hop is sponsored by Kunin Felts and Fabrics, made in the U.S.A. of Eco-fi®.  Eco-fi is a high-quality fiber made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic bottles. Kunin Felt recycles billions of water bottles every year that would otherwise be sent to landfills and makes them into a product which amazingly becomes felt. 12 bottles equals 1 lb of felt that can be used for children's crafts, home décor, even apparelThe felt is also weather resistant and fade proof, making it great for outdoor décor. It can even be used to line garden beds or patio, to keep it weed free.  Read more about Eco-fi here.

Each designer received a selection of  9" x 12" craft cuts of Classic felt and/or 12" x 18" craft cuts of Premium felt.  Check out the following designer blogs for inspiration, then comment here about your favorite projects. Each comment will be entered into a random drawing to receive an assortment of both Classic felt and Premium felt valued at $75 to use to make your own projects!

 

Time to start hopping.......

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Vintage School Desk Make-Over


Transform a rusty old vintage desk into a cool industrial-feel side table.

For lots of "how to" pictures of this transformation......


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Sunday, September 17, 2017

Beach Inspired Mirror




Summer is here, but in a few months it will be just another memory. Who doesn't love to remember those fun beach days!!!  I created this fun Beach inspired Mirror to remind me that the beach is never too far away!

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Friday, September 15, 2017

Pineapple Clips and Tags


Pineapples are huge right now, so why not give a little something as a gift to a friend or in a happy mail with a cute little pineapple clip ona sweet gift tag!!

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Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Faux Weathered Beach Wood Frame



Create the look of faux weathered wood from an old beach house, or storm battered fence on the dunes, with just a few materials.  A great option for creating frames to display your favorite oceanside memories!

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Monday, September 11, 2017

Shake it up with Mod Podge™ and McCormick Sea Salt and Pepper Grinders



I always take some Art and Craft supplies with me when I go on vacation (sewing and crochet supplies too).  Whenever we stay for an extended time and have a kitchen to use,  I want to make it feel a little more like home and a lot like vacation!!  Enter the plain grinders, ready to be shaken and stirred!


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Saturday, September 9, 2017

DIY Vintage Washed Pickled Craft Tote

Learn how to create an Easy Pickled Finish with Vintage Effect Wash from Deco Arts.
The unfinished crate would make a great garden tool holder, picnic caddy, or my favorite…
a Craft Tote.

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Thursday, September 7, 2017

Bath Bombs!


Here's a simple tutorial for you to DIY your own bath bombs. Get creative with different colors and scents; the options are nearly limitless. This is a great craft for adults and kids alike. Bath bombs are a fantastic gift idea and are also a popular item to sell at craft fairs.


Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Great Teacher Gift


It is a great time to get started on those teacher gifts with school back in session or about to start for many. Watch the video tutorial on how to make these clever Post-It Note holders.

Sunday, September 3, 2017

Memories by the Sea...



As summer comes to a close, one can't help but want to remember days adventuring at the beach. I love to create mini-books that house my photos and mementos from vacations... and I don't have to look far for finding something to create with – but for this keepsake... I've raided my pantry and refrigerator!

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Friday, September 1, 2017

Back To The Eighties Photo Booth


What do you think of when someone says 'flourescent'?  For me, that is the 1980s!
Check out how I made this retro photo booth using flourescent vinyl colors....

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