I can’t help it, my brain is stuck is spring mode. It doesn’t matter that there’s snow on the ground, or that it snowed for the last 4 days here. I can’t get my mind off of spring. I have … Read the rest
Simple Heart Wreath
I think what I love most about this wreath is its simplistic beauty. First of all, I adore cherry blossoms and apple blossoms. I think they are in the top 3 most beautiful things that spring provides us. So to … Read the rest
14 DIY Valentine Gift Ideas
Valentine’s Day is only about a week away. Have you decided what to give your sweetheart? Here are several fun do it yourself Valentine gift ideas to get your creative juices flowing!
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How to Make Plantable Seed Paper
Have you ever made plantable paper filled with seeds? It’s actually quite easy, fun for adults and for kids, and looks really natural and charming as well. Head over to Home Made Simple for a quick tutorial on how it’s … Read the rest
9 Valentine Wreath Crafts You Can Make Easily
Looking for some fun Valentine wreath ideas? There are what seem like hundreds out there on the internet, and so many different design ideas to choose from. I featured quite a few Valentine wreaths last year and the year before … Read the rest
7 Repurpose Craft Projects for the Home
Repurposing means you have taken something that is no longer useful or desirable in its current state and transformed it into something completely different. Repurposing is actually what we do when we say we are “recycling” in the craft world. … Read the rest
Wood Burned Spoons
When I was a child my brother had a wood burning kit. I remember all of the cool designs he made and the many hours of use that wood burning kit received. Alisa Burke thinks outside the box when it … Read the rest
Thrift Store Furniture Play Kitchen
This totally fun and colorful play kitchen was made from a piece of furniture you can find at a thrift store or Craigslist. Miranda Walker was the designer and shares her instructions on Create. Head over there to see the … Read the rest
Photo Lantern
As soon as I saw this my mouth involuntarily opened and out came “ohhhhh”. I just like it that much! This past few years I have soooo many creative ways to display photos that it’s hard to keep track. This … Read the rest
Hanging Cutlery Holders
The blog is in German, but if your browser has a built in translator (Chrome has one) that shouldn’t be an issue. There’s also a step by step pictorial so even if you don’t translate you should be able to … Read the rest
Floppy Disk Planters
Here’s a creative way to use outdated floppy disks, create a tech garden! These would make fun gifts too, and the succulent idea is a great one for those with a less than green thumb. Get the tutorial here — … Read the rest
Spice Storage Makeover
First off, I love those spoons! How fun! This is a great way to get your spices organized and tucked away, but even when they’re visible they look great. Would be great jewelry or sewing storage too, no? Get the … Read the rest
Valentine Photo Wreath
What a “love-ly” way to display your family photos.. on a photo themed, love filled Valentine wreath! Good choice using black and white photos too. I think the impact is much greater than if color photos had been used. If … Read the rest
Tie-Dye Ombre Embroidery Hoop Art
How fun are these? using embroidery hoops to make wall art is not something new, however I can’t say I’ve ever seen anyone use tie dye to decorate those hoops! This is such a fun idea, especially for a teen’s … Read the rest
Threaded Valentine Cans
Now here’s a unique idea! I’ve certainly heard of punching holes in tin cans to make luminaries, but I can’t say I’ve ever seen anyone lave up those holes! This looks like a fun project and I really think the … Read the rest