Fork Flowers

We love getting creative with our paintings! Weve tried painting with toothbrushes, marbles and even magnets, so why not try painting with forks? It turns out, forks make a wonderful stamp to easily create beautiful flowers! The colorful flowers of summer might be wilting, but we have all of the colors in this painting! Choose your favorite to make a bouquet, or mix and match with different colors. Even with summer coming to an end, we can still enjoy colorful flowers!...

September 9, 2019 · 1 min · 195 words · Hannah Miller

3 Mistakes to Avoid when Making Glycerin Soap with Simply Earth

Scroll down to order your own recipe box with a special bonus offer. I still cant believe that I havent tried making soap. I love seeing all those beautiful artisinal soaps, especiallysome of these on Etsy. I guess Ive felt pretty intimidated to try, assuming that you need a ton of supplies and time. So, I set out to make theFlowers, Spice and Something Nice soap. This soap features Cajeput and Bay Essential Oils alone with Simply Earths Glycerine Soap Base....

September 8, 2019 · 2 min · 273 words · Crystal Schroeder

75+ Easy Acrylic Painting Ideas For Beginners Who Want To Be Inspired

Easy painting ideas perfect for beginners Looking for easy painting ideas? will inspire you to pickup a paintbrush and add some color to your life. And create art that youll be proud of. This post contains affiliate links. For more information, see mydisclaimer Looking for a specific jot down of painting to tackle? From watercolor, to oil, acrylic and gouache etc. the choices can seem overwhelming. This post contains affiliate links....

September 6, 2019 · 10 min · 2008 words · Michelle Cruz

Girl’s Pretty DIY Headband with Felt Flowers

If so, well show you how to make her a prettyDIY headbandjust like this one. I know this preference wont last forever so while it does, Im going to enjoy it. The felt is merino wool and viscose blend and the color groupings are stunning! Any of the colors you choose in the collection look perfect together. We also purchased thewool felt in succulent colorswhich we used to make thesepotted felt succulentswith thisfelt succulent patterns....

September 6, 2019 · 1 min · 143 words · Melissa Rodriguez

DIY Nautical Table Lamp Makeover

HomeDIY Nautical Table Lamp Makeover Ready for an ugly duckling to be transformed into a golden white swan? This lamp makeover has been one of our favourites, upcycling a dated piece into a beautiful nautical showstopper! Learn how easy it is to paint a lamp base without spray paint. We we pick them up at flea markets, garage sales or are given them as hand me downs. And really, can you ever have too much lighting?...

September 3, 2019 · 2 min · 334 words · Andrea Baker

DIY Painted Mason Jars Bathroom Containers

I dont know about you, but my bathroom counter is in a constant state of mess. Painted Mason Jars to the Rescue! Im determined to create a calmer, prettier space to enjoy each morning. A set of pretty storage containers seemed like the right motivation to get items in order. These painted mason jars turned out so great that Sonja ended up taking them forher new bathroom! Now I get to make another set for me, and maybe a third for thebeach-themed bathroomat the cottage....

August 30, 2019 · 2 min · 251 words · Reginald Hall

Painting Fabric to Make a Modern Table Runner

HomeArts and Crafts IdeasPainting Fabric to Make a Modern Table Runner Have you ever triedpainting fabric? We did just that to make thismodern painted canvas table runner. I want to be sure that my paint with last with day-to-day use and wash cycles. The previous table had become pretty beat up over the years with water stains, dents and nicks. Im determined to take more care of this new table to keep it long lasting and looking great....

August 23, 2019 · 2 min · 289 words · Joshua Perez

Easy DIY Upholstered Headboard for $10- with Farmhouse Style

If youve ever wondered how can I make a headboard at home? (cheap and easy), then this project is for you! and a hot glue gun no sewing or power tools required. Less waste + save money = my kinda project! My mother-in-law was visiting us so we ended up making this headboard together. The next thing we needed wascotton batting(to make the headboard softer and plush). My mother-in-law suggested using an old kids duvet one we no longer needed....

August 22, 2019 · 2 min · 314 words · Shelly Johnson

How to Make Baby Burp Cloths (an Easy DIY!)

Use cloth diapers to make DIY burp cloths, a perfect gift for a new mom. This is such aneasy sewing project and can be customized for boy or girl. Hi, this is Jessica from Cutesy Crafts. Today I have a little burp cloth tutorial to share with you. Everyone knows that cloth diapers make the best baby burp cloths. Baby cant just be going around with plain old white cloth diapers though!...

August 21, 2019 · 1 min · 175 words · Paul Kramer

DIY Faux Mosaic Tile Serving Tray (+ 11 Vinyl Craft Ideas!)

HomeArts and Crafts IdeasUpcycling IdeasDIY Faux Mosaic Tile Serving Tray (+ 11 Vinyl Craft Ideas!) Dont judge, but I rescued some wooden catering trays destined for the trash at work. Instead, we transformed one into apretty DIY faux mosaic tile serving trayusing adhesive vinyl. Visit below for our how-to tutorial, plus eleven additional creativevinyl craft ideasfrom our fellow blogging friends! I just knew that I would one day be able to use them to make something useful!...

August 20, 2019 · 2 min · 426 words · Kenneth Lester

10 weird and wonderful Christmas traditions from around the world

Our favorite Christmas traditions around the world are loud, proud, and guarantee oodles of festive fun. Each year on the first of Advent, he is inaugurated onSlottstorget(Castle Square). In 2016 the goat turned 50 years old and the inauguration ceremony attracted over 18,000 visitors! The festival attracts spectators from all over the country and across the globe. They are illuminated by electric bulbs that sparkle in a kaleidoscope of patterns....

August 18, 2019 · 1 min · 115 words · Nicole Arnold

Amazing pop-up cards for Mother’s day

Theres a moment of anticipation when you receive a card. You pull it out of the envelope wondering what the cover will look like. Is it a funny card? And then theres the second surprise the inside. Get your scissors, tape, and paper and get to it! This method is super easy and you might add anything to the pieces that pop. Mom, not a pineapple lover? Add some watermelon or a heart....

August 18, 2019 · 3 min · 524 words · Anthony Simmons

Dy happy day pop up cards

Since Im really more of the simple-daily-lover, Ive put together a quick and versatile pop-up card tutorial. Start with a simple card and fold it in half. Push the flaps forward until your card looks like in the bottom picture. Now start crafting the bits and pieces to display in your card. I made some balloons and a Good Luck sign for this one. Stick these with paper glue onto the front (not the top) part of the folded out flaps....

August 18, 2019 · 1 min · 162 words · Bryan Holmes