Whisk shaped jewelry is the perfect handmade gift for someone who loves to cook or bake. This project is very easy and requires minimal jewelry making skills! I recently participated in a fun Christmas in July Craft Exchange hosted by Happy Hour Projects. I was paired up with the amazing Dawn over at DJ's Sugar Shack. I had a ton of fun creating my gifts for her, which I posted about here, and I had even more fun opening my awesome package from her! You can read more about that … [Read more...]
Tangram Inspired Wood Block Pattern Puzzle
Fun pattern combinations are almost limitless with this easy to make, tangram inspired wood block puzzle. No painting required - just use washi tape! My second son loves puzzles, and I had promised to make him a Tangram to play with. After seeing this idea, however, I decided it would be more fun to make a pattern puzzle with blocks! I started with 6 one inch wood cubes that I already had. I painted them white with DecoArt crafters paint. Next, I covered each side using my washi … [Read more...]
Make your own Slime!
Looking for a way to keep the kids (our yourself!) entertained this summer? Make slime with two household ingredients! This is a favorite activity in our home! I have even had kids make this as a birthday party/take home activity. All you need is: Glue (I recommend Elmer's School Glue. I ended up with a gummy mess when we used a generic glue.) Liquid starch Washable paint (optional. I don't like using food coloring because it stains.) You will need equal parts glue and … [Read more...]
Flip Flop Refashion with Fabric Scraps and Mod Podge
I scored major points with my oldest son when I updated a $1 pair of flip flops for him. This project is so easy you'll be making a pair for everyone in your home! You can see all my Mod Podge flip flop tutorials by clicking HERE. … [Read more...]
Embellished Frames, part 2: Vintage Image Transfer
This isn't decoupage! These vintage butterfly images were transferred to the wood frame using a different method. Read on to learn more! Back in April I shared some ideas for decorating plain wood frames, and promised to show two more techniques for ways to embellish wood projects. This method involves transferring images using gel medium, like I did here, but this time I am using vintage images rather than making my own. This is different from decoupage! With this process you are … [Read more...]
Almost Free Watering Pails
Today I am excited to show you how to make these "Almost Free Watering Pails"! This quick project allows you to recycle, tend to your plants, and craft...win, win, win! You will need a plastic container that has a screw on cap and an arm. I used a recycled tea container and two apple juice containers. Then, spray paint them. I used paints by Krylon. I didn't remove the labels from mine since my colors were darker and covered them. If you were going with a light color you might … [Read more...]
Getting to Know Me?
Don't laugh, but this post is going to be hard for me. I don't really like talking about myself, and I tend to stick to just tutorials on my blog. But two lovely fellow bloggers have nominated me for two awards, so I'm going to play along. I'll try not to bore you. And, because I'm a teacher, there will be a quiz at the end of the post. So take notes. Kristin at A Vintage Fairy gave me this first award. I am so pleased she thought of me because I really admire her work. I love her … [Read more...]
How to Make a Gum ball Shirt
This colorful gum ball shirt, with balls that move around, is sure to bring a smile to any child's face! If you've been reading my blog, you may have noticed that I make a lot of things with items from the Dollar Tree, like this bowl and this easel. During one of my recent visits to DT I found a lot of nice quality T-shirts, and for $1 I couldn't pass them up. This is my first completed project: a fun gum ball shirt with balls that move! I used my Silhouette and a shape from their … [Read more...]
Knock off Tray using Gel Medium Transfer Technique
I fell in love with the Typography line at Target, especially the numbers tray. I knew exactly how I would create my knock off: using gel medium to transfer the numbers! Read on to learn how quick and easy this process is! This is the tray I saw at Target. I embarrassed my oldest son by whipping out my camera to take pictures of several items in the line. Every time I do that he whines "WHAT are you doing?" Ha! Hey, kid, I can't help when inspiration strikes! Here is my knock … [Read more...]
Art Supply Caddy from Recycled Items
This adorable art supply caddy is perfect for little hands. No more dumping all the crayons out to find a certain color! It's also made from recycled items. In typical Morena fashion, I was shopping one day and saw a really cute crayon holder. I picked it up to look at the price and then put it down. I figured there had to be a way to make my own. So I kept looking for items that were the right size to make it. And, finally, I found them: in my recycle bin! I used a plastic cap … [Read more...]
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