Have you heard that old joke that glitter is the herpes of the crafting world? Yeah. That's why I hated glitter. It got everywhere. It was impossible to clean up. Until I started doing this. I don't know why I didn't think of this earlier. It would have saved me so much time and clean up. Last summer I won a Mod Podge contest. My prize package included several different bottles of MP, including sparkle and glitter. I literally gasped when I saw it. Genius! But sometimes I want more … [Read more...]
Make a Stamped Candle
This quick, easy project doesn't just have to be for Mother's Day. You could easily use different stamps to create custom decorative candles for your home, for parties, or for gifts. So pull out your inks and stamps, and let's decorate some candles! (This post first appeared at Dollar Store Crafts, where I share a NEW tutorial every Tuesday!) It's a good idea to do a few practice runs with old candles or dollar store candles. I often find bags of new to barely used candles at thrift … [Read more...]
DIY Dessert Stand made with Goodwill Finds
I made this designer inspired dessert stand with three items I found at Goodwill. Can you guess what they are? I loved the look of this cake stand, and I've been determined to recreate it. I came up with a plan, and headed to my local Goodwill store to find the pieces I needed to create my own dessert stand. Just in time for mother's day...this will be the perfect way to present a cake or other goodies! Supplies Needed: Candle holder (look for one with a wide base so it won't … [Read more...]
April’s CAKE Challenge: Washi Flower Pens
Aren't we all ALWAYS looking for a pen? The just seem to grow legs and walk away. But pens never appear out of nowhere...until now! This month, we will be leaving cheery pens everywhere for our CAKE activity. How fun would it be for a receptionist, teacher, or nurse to come back to his or her desk and find a sweet flower pen? Supplies: Washi tape scallop cut scissors Pens and/or pencils 1. Cut two twelve inch strips of washi tape. 2. Overlap with the sticky sides touching … [Read more...]
Fun with Googly Eye Bombing
Are you laughing? We are! Googly eye bombing is clean family fun! Here's a quick, silly activity to do for April Fool's Day. Or just any ol' day! You just need glue dots and googly eyes! I pressed the eyes onto the dots, cut the paper strip, and gave few pair of eyes to each of my kids. Every time we stumble across a pair of eyes we can't help but laugh! Give it a try. It's a great way to lift a bad mood. For more fun pranks, look here. … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Fake Spilled Juice Prank!
Oh no, who spilled the juice??? No worries...it's not real juice, and you can make this prank yourself, just in time for April Fool's Day! My 3 year old found this idea on You Tube, and I modified it slightly to work with the supplies we had. I'm so proud to say that she made this all by herself! We both can't wait to prank her brothers! Supplies: Food Coloring Mod Podge Wax Paper Cup Straws Simply mix the Mod Podge with food coloring. Pour a small amount into the cup, pour … [Read more...]
3-D Photo Props made with Styrofoam and MagiKote
With four little ones, I need my photo props to be durable. Card stock won't make the cut with busy little fingers. Read on to see how I made lasting, durable 3D photo props. … [Read more...]
Make a Grumpy Cat Photo Prop
I've been showing you how easy it is to make photo props for a reception or party, and one prop has stolen the show: Grumpy Cat! I wasn't planningon making a tutorial for this prop, but I've received so many comments on itthat I figured, "what the heck?" Supplies:Print out of Grumpy CatDowel RodFoam SheetGlueStep one: paint the dowel rod (optional) and print out your favorite Grumpy Cat face.Step two: Fussy cut the print out, place it on the foam sheet, and trace. Cut out … [Read more...]
DIY Wedding Photo Booth Props: Frames
I wish I would have thought to have a photo booth at my reception when I got married. What an incredibly fun way to capture memories with your guests! With David Tutera Bridal products, it's easy and affordable to make photo booth props for your big day. Today I'll be showing you how to use David Tutera Bridal products to make elegant yet fun frames to use as props. (The mask tutorial is here.) Supplies Needed: David Tutera Bling on a Roll David Tutera Self Stick Rhinestone … [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...]
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