I love to make my kids' Easter baskets! Would you believe that this started as a basket from the Dollar Tree? I liked that it was painted silver (perfect for a princess) and decided to use tulle to dress it up! I measured the length from the top of the basket to the bottom and then added an inch. I wrapped the tulle several times and then cut one end (as pictured above). The tulle was also purchased at the Dollar Tree! I then twisted the folded end twice and used hot glue to … [Read more...]
Embellished Wood Frames, part 1
I adore all the quirky unfinished wood frames that are the rage now! There are so many ways to dress them up to suit your style and home decor. This tutorial will show you a quick way to embellish them. I always start by painting the entire frame. I apply mod podge to the front and adhere the frame to the paper. Once it has dried, I use my razor to cut off the excess paper. Sand all the edges and distress with ink if desired. I embellished this frame with buttons and twine. I … [Read more...]
DIY Chore Chart, Part 3
I have shown you two parts of my chore chart system, how to make the bottle cap magnet tokens and the "help wanted" magnet board. Now I will show you the "heart" of my system. It is very simple to make. I purchased this caddy at Hobby Lobby. At $5.99 (plus my 40% off coupon) it was a steal! My new best friend, spray paint, made adding color a breeze. I also purchased a pack of wood sticks at Hobby Lobby, and spray painted those as well. When it was dry I used Modge Podge to adhere … [Read more...]
April Fool’s Prank: Put a DIY Roach on It!
This April Fool's Prank is awesome! Freak out your friends and family with fake roaches you can make yourself. You'll be amazed at how easy this is to do. I love tricking my kids on April Fool's Day, and this easy April Fool's prank is sure to make them laugh. Unfortunately, April 1st is on a Sunday this year! I wanted to put this little guy in their lunch box, as pictured above. Wouldn't that be a surprise!! How to Make this April Fool’s Prank Start by finding a free image of a … [Read more...]
Tiny Spool Pin Cushion
I might have a little craft crush on tiny spools. They are just so cute! This simple project takes less than ten minutes, but the end result is an adorable little pin cushion you can keep on your craft desk. Keep reading to learn how to make your own spool pin cushion. Supplies needed: spool, scrap fabric, batting, button, twine, seam binding, adhesive backed ribbon or washi tape I balled up some batting and topped it with a button. I gathered the fabric behind the … [Read more...]
Make a Bird’s Nest Headband
Ever since I learned how to make these adorable birds nests here, I have been thinking of other ways to use them. With spring on the brain and a real bird's nest built outside our front door, I came up with this headband. After making my nest I folded up a piece of tulle and cut it in a circle shape. I sewed through the center and used the thread to attach the nest to the tulle. My three little nestled nests. I sewed them onto a strip of felt, and sewed that onto a FOE (fold … [Read more...]
Embellished Wood Candlesticks Tutorial
We moved into a new house last year, and I have been eager to make it feel like home. There is only so much painting and stenciling one can do at first, so in the meantime I am crafting little projects to give our space my touch. I fell in love with these wood candlesticks and decided they would be a nice way to add some interest to my master bathroom. These candlesticks are so nicely made that I didn't have to sand or prime them. Two coats of spray paint covered them … [Read more...]
Chore Chart System, part 2 of 3
This is part two of my tutorial explaining the chore chart system I have started using. Last time I showed you how easy it was to make the bottle cap tokens. This time I am explaining how to make the "help wanted" chart. This project is quick and easy and can be adapted for lots of uses: 1. Paint a rectangle of wood (I buy a bag of craft wood at the craft store). 2. Cut a piece of cardstock to fit the wood and adhere it with modge podge. 3. When it dries, sand and ink the edges of … [Read more...]
DIY Chore Chart System, Part 1
I have implemented a new chore system for my kids. I will be posting about each part of my new system, and today I will start with the easiest component: the bottlecap tokens and "help wanted" tokens. This is the "help wanted" board. They are extra tasks the kids can choose for additional money. This is the token board. Each child has one and it's how we determine allowance for the week. Here are the bottlecap tokens. They are super easy to make! To make the bottle cap … [Read more...]
Fabric Covered Puzzle Blocks
These adorable blocks are the perfect thing to carry with you to keep your little one busy on the go! You can personalize them to suit your child's interests. For this project you will need: fabric scraps, 1" Craft Wood Blocks, and Mod Podge. (Optional) Paint your wood blocks. Cut pictures from your fabric. Mine were 4 inches by 2 inches because I used 8 one inch blocks. Cut your fabric into one inch squares. Use Mod Podge to adhere each square of fabric to the … [Read more...]
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