Are you familiar with luminarias? These pretty decorative lights play a big role in Christmas decorating in San Antonio, Texas. If you visit our Riverwalk during the holidays you'll see rows and rows of beautiful luminarias adorning the paths. I'm excited to partner with San Antonio Magazine to share three easy to make luminaria projects. Here's a peek at what I made, and you can get all the details on how to make them HERE. Doily Luminarias: Lace Bag Luminarias: Cardboard … [Read more...]
DIY Minion Mason Jar Gift
I've said it before and I'll say it again: the mason jar is the LBD (little black dress) of the crafting world. Mason jars are so versatile and you can do so much with them! I'm joining up with several crafty friends to share a variety of gifts that you can give that are packaged in mason jars. We're sharing gift ideas for men, crafters, children, etc. I'm excited to share a mason jar gift that a little boy (or girl!) would enjoy. This Minion mason jar gift will make you … [Read more...]
Washi Tape Crafts Book Review
The Washi Tape Crafts book is an inspiring new book that comes with 10 rolls of washi tape. I'll admit it: when washi tape first came on the crafting scene several years ago I wasn't sure what the hubbub was about. Yes, it was adorably cute and inexpensive tape that came in every color and design imagineable. But what would I do with a bunch of tape? Then I tried it. I quickly realized that the right question is, "what CAN'T you do with washi tape?" Amy Anderson, crafting super star, … [Read more...]
Make a Cowboy Hat Centerpiece
If you're familiar with my style then you know that I love to recycle common items in unexpected ways. I like surprises! So when I was asked by Goodwill San Antonio to make centerpieces for their 70th anniversary celebration I jumped at the chance to turn thrifted pieces into beautiful table decor. I showed you how I made two pieces in this post, and now I'd love to share another creation with you. Here's my cowboy hat centerpiece. I'm joining up with several fabulous crafty bloggers to … [Read more...]
Creating Centerpieces with Thrifted Items from Goodwill
Create centerpieces with thrifted items from your local Goodwill store. Learn how to use unexpected items to create beautiful decor. I was recently invited by the Goodwill San Antonio team to contribute several centerpieces as part of their 70th anniversary celebration. They requested that I use items from Goodwill to create fall themed centerpieces. I had so much fun shopping for unique items to craft with, as well as coming up with creative ways to display them. Today I'll show you … [Read more...]
Easy Halloween Craft Projects for Kids
I recently had the pleasure of partnering with Hands on Crafts for Kids, a public television show, to create some holiday projects for kids. My first two projects centered around Halloween: a jar of eyeballs and a friendly spider craft. Both of these projects are easy to make thanks to Floracraft Syrofoam and Elmer's Glitter Glue. Check out this short video by Hands on Crafts for Kids, featuring Jenny Rohrs from Craft Test Dummies to learn how you and your kids can make these fun Halloween … [Read more...]
Black Cat Decor Made with Pumpkins
I have a really fun project for you to make! Turn decorative pumpkins into black cat decor with glowing eyes! Click HERE to get all the details.. … [Read more...]
Faux Cracked Glass Votive Candle Holder
As a budget crafter, I love finding ways to make inexpensive dollar store glass look high end. I like to stock up on glass items from the dollar store and thrift store to craft with. Here's a pretty idea that will make great decor for fall and holiday parties: create faux cracked glass votive candle holders that shimmer and shine! This post first appeared at Dollar Store Crafts, where I am a contributor. Supplies: Glass candle holder Gold Spray paint Glossy … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Place Setting Printables
Use this free printable to make Thanksgiving place setting printables to decorate with at your holiday gathering. I have the pleasure of hosting Thanksgiving dinner at my house each year, and this year I'm planning ahead! I'm going to send my guests home with leftovers packaged in cute party bags, and my table setting will make them smile, I hope! I created these free Thanksgiving place setting printables that I'm sharing with you today, and I printed them on labels from … [Read more...]
Handmade Christmas Ornaments: Shabby Chic Linen Stars
You can never start planning too early for the holidays, so I'm joining up with a fun handmade Christmas ornaments blog hop! Make sure you keep reading till the end of the post to find out how to see all 31 ornaments! I have a weakness for vintage and retro inspired designs, which is why I'm drawn to Maya Road products. I combined their pre-cut linen stars with some of their other embellishments to make shabby-chic stars. These stars make beautiful ornaments, but they would also make pretty … [Read more...]
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