-
Ribbon Sunflower
I LOVE creating sunflowers and this one was my absolutely favorite! Find out how you can make your own Ribbon Sunflower on the cheap!
-
Handcrafts To Try At Home – Jewelry Making
Jewelry making is ancient handicraft that you can learn on your own. Today, craft stores brim with jewelry findings, beads, chains, and other materials for making jewelry items.
-
Clay Pot Turtles
Simple mini clay pots and a saucer from the dollar store along with paint, wiggle eyes, and buttons transform into a cute clay pot turtle just in time for summer.
-
Clay Pot Frogs
Follow along as I share how a simple mini clay pot can be transformed into a friendly clay pot frog just in time for the summer garden season.
-
Claypot Ladybugs
Find out how simple mini clay pots can be transformed into a Mama and Baby Ladybug just in time for the summer garden season.
-
Whimsical Flower Door Hanger
When it comes to spring and summer decorating I am all about FUN and FESTIVE. This Whimsical Flower Door Hanger fits that exactly
-
Rabbit Topiary Trio
These sweet as can be Rabbit Topiaries go together in just about 30 minutes with supplies from the Dollar Store or your craft stash.
-
Decoupage With Dry Mod Podge
Decoupaging can be a messy project but I'm going to show you how to decoupage with dry mod podge. Here are all the steps!
-
How to Decoupage With Saran Wrap
Decoupaging can be done in several ways, but did you know that you could decoupage with Saran Wrap? It's my new favorite technique!
-
Jenga Block Calendar Magnets
Make these super cute calendar magnets with supplies from your local dollar store! For just a few dollars, you can make dozens of magnets.
-
Napkin Frame DIY
Napkins are all the rage in decorating right now and this Napkin Frame DIY is going to be your next favorite project!
-
Land That I Love 4th of July Craft
Creating your own Land That I Love 4th of July Craft is quick and easy with this simple tutorial! Grab your girlfriends and create one of your own.
-
Wooden Love Notes DIY
You remember passing love notes as a child - now you can create some of your own to display this Valentine's Day!
-
Valentine’s Fortune Cookies – SIMPLE DIY
Valentine’s crafts are my absolute FAV!! I am smitten with all things pink, hearts, glitter and love and it is one of my favorite holidays. This Valentine’s fortune cookie DIY is going to be a quick and easy project that you can do with the kids and grandkids – or just for yourself since they’re so adorable! These would also be fun to make as a classroom party craft! And to make the process even simpler for you, I’ve attached a FREE printable that you can download that has all of the fortunes already done for you! You just put the cookies together and insert the fortunes and you’ve got…
-
Learn How To Hand Paint Flowers The Easy Way
Whether you're a beginner or seasoned pro, these hand painted flowers are easy to make on your own with this quick and easy tutorial!
-
Make & Give Home Apothecary with FREE RECIPE
Making and giving handmade gifts is one of my favorite things to do! I try my best to make sure that they are truly something that the recipient will enjoy. When I got the Make & Give Home Apothecary book from Stephanie Rose, I KNEW that I had to add some of these to my ideas for gift-giving. Gifts that promote self-care and encouraging a person to take care of themselves are some of my favorites. I am a new user to essential oils and so these are perfect! Find out how you can make your own with the FREE recipe below! Each recipe is made using herbal and botanical…
-
DIY Home Address Plaque
Address signs are one of the first things people see when they arrive at your house! Mine was a little lackluster and so I wanted to come up with something new that represented us! I was pretty bored with the generic letters that you just attach to your house or mailbox. I headed to Hobby Lobby and grabbed some supplies and had this one done in about 20 minutes! Here’s what you need to make your own Home Address Plaque! Wooden plaque – there are several different styles in the store and online to choose from. Wooden “Home” cutout Metal craft embellishments Spray paint DecoArt Acrylic paint – this assortment pack…
-
Target Dollar Spot Quick Craft
As if Target’s Dollar Spot didn’t already have my heart, add in holiday decor and I’m am like a giddy little school girl who just laid eyes on her childhood crush! This Target dollar spot craft is the perfect project to do for your kids or grandchildren! It’s even easy enough that they can help craft with you! Here’s how to make your own stocking holders! This cutie was just $3! They also have a white house and a black house! I am thinking snow covered roofs on those with small lights in the windows. I used my Silhouette to create my initials but you can freehand or use any…
-
Quick and Easy Halloween Drinks
Halloween isn’t all about the treats! Sometimes some of the best goodies are the DRINKS that you can make and share! I’ve scoured blogs from some of my bestest friends to bring you some of the most amazing drinks that you can create for your BIG and LITTLE ghouls!! These drinks will be sure to please or SCARE any goblin that comes your way! The first two are sure to make your little monster scream! Check out these Halloween Mocktails and White Hot Chocolate. The hot chocolate can be dressed up for Halloween for those ghouls who like things a little more traditional. https://sparklelivingblog.com/2017/10/halloween-mocktails-for-little-monsters/ White Hot Chocolate Artsy Fartsy…
-
Quick and Easy Halloween Wreaths
Swapping out a wreath on my front door is my favorite thing to do for all the holidays and the changing of seasons! It’s the first thing people see when they enter your home and no matter what else you have put together in your home for the holidays, a wreath makes a house look complete! I’ve pulled together some of my favorite HALLOWEEN wreaths for you to pick and choose which to make for yourself this year! I’ve included links for you to hop on over and check out the details on the one you pick! Check out some of my favorite Halloween Wreaths: If a Halloween wreath has…
-
Easy FALL Wreath
Ditch the traditional styles and check out this DIY! You'll have a new fall wreath for your door or entryway in 10 minutes or less!
-
Paper Mache Succulent Pumpkin DIY
Creating your own Pottery Barn knock-off Paper Mache Succulent Pumpkin is easy with these simple steps AND you can use fake OR real succulents!
-
Stenciling with Vinyl – Easy DIY
Created a family home decor sign doesn’t have to be complicated! You can create your own stenciling with vinyl making this a DIY for any novice crafter! Stenciling with Vinyl – Easy DIY Supplies Vinyl Stencil Pine wood – I used a 9×12 piece DecoArt paint in your choice of colors Coordinating ribbon Paint your board with a base color. Let dry completely and then apply your vinyl stencil. Using a foam brush and DecoArt paint, fill in all of the words that need color. When the paint is complete dry, remove the vinyl. Using sandpaper or an electric sander, sand down the edges to give it more of a…
-
Creating A Whimsical Window – Paint Pouring
There is a new technique in the crafting and DIY world called paint pouring! I thought I’d give a hand at it and share with you my results! And let me tell you, I LOVE THE RESULTS!!! Paint Pouring this Whimsical Window was SOOOOO easy and so much fun! Decoart created a new product medium that helped take this project from cool to amazing!! You can hop over to their website and find out all the details on how to use it, but I will give you a quick run-down. They have some amazing videos that walk you through the process though. You’re going to want to check them out…
-
Quick and Easy Stenciled Chair Makeover
Taking an old and worn out piece of furniture and transforming it into a new and pretty piece makes my heart flutter! This Stenciled Chair Makeover does just that! The fact that this piece has a unicorn AND glitter makes my whimsical heart happy!! If you have an old chair, a stencil, and some paint then it’s time to get to creating one of your own! Wouldn’t this look amazing in a little girl’s room? Mine currently resides in my office! I partnered up with Rust-Oleum to bring you this quick and easy DIY that anyone can do! Once I wiped the chair down and removed any heavy residue, I chose…
-
Stars & Stripes Ribbon Door Hanger DIY
Decorating for the 4th of July can be simple and quick! This Stars and Stripes Door Hanger can be completed in 30 minutes and ready to hang!
-
Hello Summer Banner Sign
Nothing is going to welcome summer better than this Hello Summer Banner Sign. Come see how easy it is to make your own!
-
Four Steps To Creating A Fairy Garden In 15 Minutes
I have wanted a fairy garden since I was a little girl! There is a sense of whimsy and imagination that comes along with fairy’s that I think everyone can appreciate. You can make a fairy gardens large or small depending on your space, time and budget. Fairy gardens are also great ways for kids to learn how to take care of plants. Let each of your kiddos create one of their own to tend to throughout the year! There are 4 simple steps to creating a fairy garden! Once you know what they are and have all of your supplies, you’ll have yours done in 15 minutes! Get the…
-
Terra Cotta Window Planter
If you have access to some old windows, this Terra Cotta Window Planter is the best way to put it to some functional use!
-
Spring Kite Wreath – Easy DIY
This Easy DIY Spring Kite Wreath is the perfect addition to any entryway! Recalling childhood memories of kite flying is sure to make everyone feel welcome!
-
Chevron Mason Jar Holder with Chalkboard
The changing of seasons always signals the changing of decor to some. Creating a welcoming porch is the first thing you should think of when thinking of home decor. Your porch is the FIRST impression that you give friends and family. when they visit. This Chevron Mason Jar Holder with chalkboard is the perfect way to swap out seasonal flowers and with the chalkboard, you can write fun notes or welcome the upcoming holidays! With just a few supplies, you can have your own made in no time! Supplies for Chevron Mason Jar Holder 1×8 piece of pine wood. One cut at 15 inches and one cut at 4…
-
Calming Linen Spray DIY
Make this natural calming linen spray with just two ingredients. You'll be drifting off to dreamland with this popular essential oil made for sleeping.
-
DIY Window Jewelry Holder
Most DIY projects take something old and turn it into something new! Decorating with windows is all the rage right now! Where once there was a limitless supply of windows, there is now a shortage of sturdy old ones that you can create into something new! If you get your hands on one, you’re going to want to make this jewelry holder! In comes the DIY Window Jewelry Holder! It’s time to transform the old and boring into something AMAZING and FUNCTIONAL! All it takes it a little bit of time to transform it into something amazing! Clean up your window and paint it whatever color you like. If your…
-
St. Patrick’s Day Glitter Wreath
St. Patty’s Day is the perfect reason for me to create a GLITTER wreath!! I love attending the St. Patrick’s Day parades and wearing green but I’m far from being Irish. I’m a bandwagon girl when it comes to this holiday 🙂 St. Patrick’s Day is a day to enjoy the fun and break out of the normal routine for a little bit. It’s a day to embrace the kid in your and wear fun clothes and celebrate, just because! This project can be done in as little as 20 minutes! Supplies needed: 8 inch metal wreath form 10 inch wooden disc found in the wood supply department at Hobby…
-
Kid’s Valentine’s Craft – Tic Tac Toe
I remember playing the game of Tic Tac Toe as a kid and loved it! I think it’s something that every kid enjoys no matter how old they are! Here’s a craft that will be perfect for the kiddo’s to help you with! I’ve made it small enough to fit in your purse so you can play with your kiddos when you’re out at dinner and playing the “waiting game” for your food. OR, it will keeps kids entertained on long car rides! This will make the perfect Valentine’s gift for any kiddo in your life. It takes just a few simple supplies: scrap wood (roughly 4″ square), buttons or…
-
Scrap Wood Photo Frames
Scrap wood photo frames are so easy! If you’ve got scrap wood (most people do) then you can make a frame in just MINUTES in nearly any size! As a creator who does a lot of woodworking, I have a LOT of scrap wood. Because these are so quick and easy to make, you can make them to match any decor AND change them for the holidays! Another SIMPLE and CHEAP way to decorate your home on a budget! All you need is scrap wood, some vinyl polka dots, scrapbook paper, twine (or ribbon) and small clothespins! I’ve attached the YouTube video below that walks you through all of the…
-
Home Decor Holiday Printables!!
I LOVE decorating for every holiday and season! But having different decor for every…single…holiday or season can not only take up a lot of storage space, but it can take a lot of your budget too! And for someone who has resolved to tighten down her budget this year, I don’t have a lot of excess to spend. I figured, why not create some holiday printables that you can swap in and out of pictures frames! It’s easy and CHEAP! Don’t stress on redecorating an entire mantle for the holidays! Sometimes all you need is a little added picture to dress up a whole room and give it a new…
-
“I LOVE US” String Art DIY
String art is a hot thing right now – I just despise (like really, really loathe) hammering in all of your nails. For small projects, such as this one, thumb tacks make it SO much easier! However, thumb tacks are not very appealing to the eye that’s why I painted the heads of them to match this project! It’s like I won the lottery when I thought of that! I mean really – doesn’t painting a thumb tack get you just as excited? Haha! Here’s what you’ll need for the project! I LOVE using DecoArt paint! It is the perfect paint for wooden boards and metal thumb tacks! I also…
-
Weekly Perpetual Coloring Calendar
Hey friends!!! It’s time for a new year, which always means time to get organized! The holidays are always a time of chaos and stress and everyone looks forward to a new time of renewal and goal setting! To help you get back on track after the holidays, I’ve created this Weekly Perpetual Coloring calendar to help you do just that!!! If you LOVE to be organized and you LOVE to unleash your creative side and do a little bit of coloring, then you’re gonna appreciate this!! For just $5 you get a weekly calendar that includes 14 different images to color! That means you can download it one time…
-
The BEST Crafts of the BEST Blogs in 2017
Mandy over at Sugar Bee Crafts complied a list of the Best of the BEST – the very top post of 2017 from amazing craft bloggers! It truly is the Motherload of Awesomeness… check out over 30 of the The Best of the Best in 2017 crafts!! Here ya go!! Best of 2017 crafts Sugar Bee Crafts: Create Painted Canvas A Girl and a Glue Gun: Transfer Photos to Wood The Friendly Red Fox: Crochet Mermaid The Craft Patch: Giant Paper Flowers See Lindsay: Maui Costume Keeping it Simple: Farmhouse Signs Practical and Pretty: DIY Yoga Bolster Happiness is Homemade: DIY Gemstone Soap Artsy Fartsy Mama: Printable Coloring Weekly…
-
Wooden “Ho Ho Ho” Blocks
Holiday decor seems to change every year for me! Since I dabble in woodworking and love painting, I am always making new things for my mantle or porch! Every year I have a favorite, and this year, it may just be these! I had some extra bells hanging around from another project and so I wanted to put them to good use. Here’s how to make your own “Ho Ho Ho” Wooden Blocks! You’re going to need three pieces of wood that are approximately 6″x10″. I use pine wood which makes for easy cut and it’s wide enough to stand on it’s own. You’re also going to need a drill…
-
Slacker Mom Elf On The Shelf Calendar
The dreaded Elf season is upon us! Here is the Slacker Mom Elf On The Shelf calendar making your nights much easier!
-
Holiday Slime DIY
If you have a kid, this is one of the DIY Slime best crafts to do with them! Even as an adult, it’s enjoyable to make slime – and the added glitter makes it extra cool! I searched many DIY slime recipes online and tweaked a few of them to make this one. All it takes is a few simple ingredients that most everyone has on hand. The only thing I had to buy (minus the glue) was the contact lens solution. Here’s how to make your own DIY Slime Elmer’s Glitter Glue and Clear Glue – (used two bottles just because of the amount I wanted to make for…
-
Scrap Wood Scarecrow DIY
Find out how to make your own Scrap Wood Scarecrow in just 20 minutes! Here's how you can make your own with just a few supplies.
-
Scrap Wood Halloween Black Cat DIY
Every house needs some Black Cat decor for Halloween! You can make these “scary” or “cute” AND they’re the perfect craft for the kids to help paint! Here’s how you can make your own black cats with your kids! All you need is scrap wood, paint and raffia! Seriously ladies, it doesn’t get much easier than that! If you don’t have raffia on hand, you can use twine. Just unravel the ends after you tie it in a bow so it’s “wild” like a cat’s whiskers 😉 Let’s get started: You need (1) 2×4 cut to about 8″ give or take. This is purely preference. You can also make…
-
Easter Bunny Burlap Banner
It’s almost Easter and today I want to share with you how to make this adorable Easter Bunny Burlap Banner. It’s the perfect addition to any mantle, hutch or entryway. For this project you’re going to need the following supplies: 6-8 burlap triangles, fabric, twine, paint, bunny stencil, craft clothes pins. Using the stencil, paint the bunnies into the burlap. Becasue burlap isn’t a tight weave fabric you will want to do this on a piece of paper becasue the paint will seep through. You can do all of the bunnies one color or mix it up to match the fabric ties. Set aside to dry. Taking your fabric, make…
-
The Simplest DIY of EVER!
Anybody that creates feels a sense of satisfaction! Standing in the kitchen and creating a new dish is satisfaction for some. Singing or playing an instrument may bring someone else a sense of fulfillment. For me…its creating art! When I say this is the easiest DIY ever, I mean it. People have PIN’ed this hundreds of times! (Check out the image at the end to PIN to your own boards!) Art covers a whole realm of things and I’m going to be the first to tell you that I will never be a Picasso or Michelangelo. Honestly, I’m humbled everyday that people ask me to create for them because the…
