Are you ready for more CAKE? If you missed out last month, it's not too late to join in the fun! CAKE stands for Crafty Acts of Kindness Everywhere. Let's use our crafting skills to bring smiles to strangers. Amy at One Artsy Mama and I host a month long CAKE party every month. In February, we went heartbombing! Check out some of our reader's work: Doesn't it look fun? It is! Are you ready for March's crafty act of kindness? Here's Amy to tell us more: This month, since we're headed … [Read more...]
DIY Burlap and Bling Favor Bags
I love how versatile burlap is! You can keep it casual or dress it up like I did with these gift bags. I mentioned here that I would be crafting with product from David Tutera's bridal line. I received such a variety of product that I was able to create several projects. Even though I was creating for a wedding, you can still use these ideas for other kinds of celebrations. First up: favor bags! Supplies Needed: Burlap bags Lace ribbon David Tutera Bridal Collection Accent … [Read more...]
definition: Craftermath
I've been crafting up a storm today, and I have the mess and paint stains to prove it! I hope you have a chance to be creative today, too. … [Read more...]
How to Transform your Flip Flops with Mod Podge and Jewelry
I love flip flops but they're just so....plain. With a few supplies, and a little bling from Styled by Tori Spelling, I completely transformed my clearance flip flops. This post was originally published at Crafts Unleashed, where I am a Design Team Member. Since Spring Break is around the corner, I thought this would be a good time to start some beach crafting! Supplies Needed Flip Flops Fabric Scrap Mod Podge Tulle Netting - Turquiose Styled by Tori Spelling Large Gold … [Read more...]
Shadow Box Display of Roses
Here's a sweet idea to try if you want to dry and display your flowers.My brother's girlfriend saved the first roses he every gave her,and she asked me to help her preserve themThis is what I came up with!First, I arranged the roses into a heart shape to see how large it would be.I cut a piece of cardstock in the shape of a heart and hot glued the dried rose heads to them.I pinned two pieces of scrapbook paper to the back of the shadow box, then I hot glued the heart to the paper.I hot glued the … [Read more...]
How to add Bling to Your “Blah” Boots
When you live on a tight budget, you have to get creative. Since I couldn't splurge on new boots this winter, I found a way to quickly update my plain black boots. I've been raving about "bling on a roll" lately. It's a very cool mesh that comes in different widths and colors, and it has faux rhinestones on it. It's inexpensive and incredibly easy to craft with! Supplies Needed: Tulle Bling on a roll Alene's Jewelry Glue Wax or freezer paper Step one: Cut the tulle and bling to … [Read more...]
Show and Tell: Heart Bombing Fun!
I am beyond THRILLED that so many of you have embraced CAKE. I've received several touching e-mails and messages about some of your heart bombing escapades. These pictures come from my dear friend Kristy and her daughter, Lily. I love their creativity! Jenn left this fun story on my Facebook page: "Well, you have to remember that it was a 9 year-old excited to spread some heart bombs. He managed to sneak one onto the door to his classroom & had the teacher very perplexed. He didn't … [Read more...]
Sweetheart Painted Mug & Other Valentine’s Day Craft Ideas
Are you a last minute crafter? I've got a new tutorial along with a round up of other quick Valentine gift ideas for you! Pictured above: Wood Gift Tags, Cabochon Gifts, Scratch Off Cards, Jewelry Box, Stamped Candle, Bling on a Candle Don't forget about my heart bombing challenge! Learn more here. Finally, one last idea. This one didn't come out looking as polished as I'd hoped for, but I'll keep tweaking it. If you have any suggestions for how to make it better next time, I'd love … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Oversized Poster Art
Happy Tuesday, friends! You can find me at Dollar Store Crafts today, where I'm showing you how you can make your own customized poster art for less than $4! Come check it out! … [Read more...]
DIY Window Clings with Mod Podge
I'm sure you've heard of photobombing (dropping in a photo unexpectedly.) This month, I want to encourage you to go heartbombing! Spread smiles by leaving fun window cling hearts in unexpected places. It's really easy to make your own window clings! Supplies: Mod Podge Paint Glitter Freezer or wax paper To make your own heart clings: Step one: Pour 1/3 cup Mod Podge into a bowl. Step two: Add paint (about a teaspoon) and glitter to Mod Podge and mix well. Step three: … [Read more...]
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