I showed you how to make a basket for a princess here, but what about the boys? I have three sons myself, so I know firsthand how hard it is to find crafting projects for boys. This metal basket got the seal of approval from my guys. I hope yours will like it, too! The metal bucket is available at Lowes, for just $3.50. I cut the chevron design on vinyl and adhered it. I had to fold it in places to make it work. I dabbed on paint with a sponge brush to give it a grungy … [Read more...]
DIY Tulle Easter Basket (with Dollar Store Items)
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...]
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...]
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...]
Make a Puffy Flower Hair Pin
This big, puffy flower made me feel pretty and girly! This project is so easy and can be done in less than thirty minutes. You'll need fabric and beads or buttons for the flower center. Cut 6-10 circles from your fabric. Mine are about three inches wide. Fold your circle in half with the print showing. Fold the right corner up to the middle. Repeat with the left corner. Use your needle and thread to join each "petal" so they overlap slightly. When you … [Read more...]
Candlestick Topiary
This beautiful home decor item was very easy and fun to make! Make your own paper flowers to create a gorgeous floral topiary. First I painted a 3 inch candlestick with crackle paint to give it an aged look. Then I cut out my flowers using a shape from silhouette. Making the flowers was the most time consuming part of the process! You could also use premade flowers to speed things up. I misted the paper lightly with water so I could use the toothpick to curl the petals. This … [Read more...]
Our funny little Valentines
I saw this idea on Pinterest and again in Family Fun magazine. I was so glad when my boys said they wanted to make them! They are very excited to take these to school! I imported the template and traced it in Silhouette Studio so I could cut it out with my Silhouette. I hope you have a SUPER Valentine's Day! … [Read more...]
Funny Baby Bib DIY Gift for New Parents
This funny baby bib is a hilarious baby gift for any new parent. Learn how to make this simple and cute project. Did you know that vinyl makes an awesome stencil for fabric, too? I saw this idea on Pinterest and it was so funny that I had to make one for Max! First I cut my design out on vinyl using my Silhouette cutting machine. This is the same vinyl used for wall decals. If you don't have a cutting machine, you can use stickers like I did with this shirt. I applied my design … [Read more...]
Make Personalized Wood Blocks
I've been asked a few times to share how I made these blocks for my son's room, so here goes. These are really easy and fun to make! 1. Paint two inch square blocks with one coat of paint. 2. Cut paper into two inch squares. Distress the edges. Apply to wood blocks with Mod Podge. 3. Adhere stickers and chipboard. Age them with distress ink. (I used "vintage photo" distress ink. I cut a scrap of felt, wad it up, dab it on the ink pad, and then rub in a circular motion on the … [Read more...]