Even though fall is no where in sight here in central Texas, I'm ready to start crafting with autumn in mind. The amber color of this stone makes me think of fall. Read on to learn how easy it is to make this wire wrapped pendant. I had been inspired by these pendants several months ago. I pinned the image, hoping to make something similar someday. When Dollar Store Crafts announced the theme for their September challenge, I knew it was the push I needed to give it a try. Supplies … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2012
Personalized Wall Hanger with Hook
I love to give handmade gifts, especially personalized ones. Read on to learn how to make this sweet personalized wall hanger. It's been a very busy month for me, between trying to squeeze in activities with kids before school starts and a heavy guest posting schedule. I guess that's why I completely forgot to take step by step shots of this project! It's a simple one, perfect for new crafters or those who haven't tried Mod Podge before. I made this for my daughter's BFF who turned … [Read more...]
Back to School Storage Pails
Please visit me at Crafts Unleashed to learn how to make these fun storage pails. They are easy to make and perfect for organizing your supplies! … [Read more...]
Martha Stewart Glass Paint – Preview
Martha Stewart has a new line of glass paints and associated products and it is AWESOME! Read on to get a peek at the different paint colors and finishes.I recently received this incredible box of product from Plaid. I have to say that I am LOVING working with this new product. I have little experience working with painting glass, and this product is great for beginners. You'll be seeing a lot of glass painted projects in the next week, but for now I wanted to give you a … [Read more...]
Little Wagon Back to School Teacher Gift
This mini wagon filled with "apples"would make a cute teacher gift! It's so easy to make you could whip up several in no time. As a mom to four kids, my time and resources are limited. I do like to show a little handmade appreciation, so I whipped up this project to demonstrate that you can make something even if you don't think you're crafty or don't think you have the time. For this project you will need: Rusted Tin Wagon Red apple push pins (purchase apples and glue to … [Read more...]
Vintage Book Party: Make a Prize Booth
Any party with a carnival needs a prize booth! Read on for more ideas. This week I have been sharing easy ideas for personalizing your own vintage book themed party. Past tutorials include: invitations and cake party pennants pinwheels and DIY carnival games and DIY Carnival Games Part 2. To wrap things up, you'll need a prize booth so the kids can redeem the tickets earned at the games and build their own goodie bags! I used a toy storage system I had, but you … [Read more...]
Vintage Book Party: Carnival Games
You can't have a vintage themed party without some old fashioned carnival games! Read on to learn some easy ways to put a carnival in your back yard! The kids had a BLAST at our carnival. I was kind of surprised that they enjoyed it as much as they did, because it was so hot outside, but thrilled that they had so much fun. I purchased colorful plastic tablecloths from the Dollar Tree and clipped them onto a rope. It was breezy so I had to weigh the ends down with rocks. My son had … [Read more...]
Vintage Book Party: Pennants
Pennants are very easy to make, and they can be used in so many ways! I made these for my son's first birthday, where I had a vintage book party theme. This week I have been sharing details of the vintage book themed party I recently threw. I shared my free printable invitations here and my easy pinwheel DIY here. As with the pinwheel, I used old Golden Book pages to make the pennants. I simply cut the pages into triangles, punched holes in the top corners, and strung twine through … [Read more...]
Vintage Book Party: Pinwheel
Pinwheels are easy to make and are perfect for party favors, decor, or photo props! Read on to learn how to make your own! Welcome to another tutorial in my "Vintage Book Party" themed week! All week I'll be sharing ideas based on the party I threw for two of my kids! I used Little Golden Books, since they fit with my theme. First, I removed the pages from the book and cut them into squares. Then, measuring on the diagonal, I cut slits in each of the four corners, leaving an inch … [Read more...]
Vintage Book Party: Free Printable Invitation
It's party time! This week I will be sharing ideas so you can host an old fashioned, vintage themed birthday party! My youngest two children have birthdays one month apart, so we threw one big party for them. I decided to throw a Golden Books/Vintage Book themed party, and it was so much fun! Much of my decor centered on the invitation, which I created. I searched for images in my vintage book collection, scanned them, and created an invitation that resembled a flashcard. To save … [Read more...]