JoAnn's is sponsoring a contest, and I love a challenge! Come see what I made using only 8 items from their list!The challenge was Create with 8: make something using *only* eight items from their list.I chose to make photo booth props for my daughter's summer birthday party. My kids had a blast posing for me with these DIY props.The 8 items I used are:1. Premade frame2. Acrylic paint3. Mask4. Tulle5. Scrapbook embellishment (adhesive rhinestones)6. … [Read more...]
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“Ask Me About My T-Rex” T-Shirt DIY and Dinos at the Witte Museum
Who doesn't love dinosaurs? My kids are crazy about them, so I did a little dino themed crafting and took them to see some realistic looking dinosaurs! The Witte Museum in San Antonio has an amazing new exhibit! My youngest two enjoyed it so much that we went through the exhibit TWICE. Initially, they were apprehensive of the moving dinos. Once they realized that they weren't real, though, they stood in eager anticipation at each display, waiting for the dinosaur to "wake up." While the … [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...]
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...]
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...]
DIY Stamped Wooden Gift Tags
On Tuesday I showed how easy it is to make gifts using cabochons and blanks. Presentation is everything (right?) so a special gift deserves special packaging. These gift tags are beautiful and can be altered for different gift giving occasions. Supplies: Wood Tags Paint Americana Crackle Medium Stamps and Ink How to decorate wooden tags: Step one: Paint the tag with a base color. This is what will show through the cracks. Let dry. Step two: Paint an even layer of … [Read more...]
Teach Me: How to Craft with Cabochons
If you're a beginning crafter looking for an easy project to start with, look no further! When I first starting shopping on Etsy several years ago, I drooled over the lovely vintage looking rings and pendants that had resin flowers on them. At $30 and up, however, they were out of range for my tight budget. As more deal-a-day sites like Pick Your Plum and The Plaid Barn started popping up, I was amazed to discover that I could make my own for literally pennies. Now I make these items … [Read more...]
DIY Decorative Safari Print Finial
I love to knock off high end items, and if I can do it with items I have on hand it's even better! When I saw the World Traveller collection at Kirkland's, I pinned most of it. I loved the fusion of metallics and animal prints. The decorative finials reminded me of glass Christmas ornaments, and that's how this idea was born. Kirkland's I was able to make my knock off using three items I already had: a glass candle holder (wedding present, but you can get one at the … [Read more...]
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