I love this idea of a snowman wreath. And it is so versatile. For winter, dress him up in snow gear. For valentine’s day, add love gear – for Christmas – into Santa hat. You get the idea.
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Project for Fall: Hanging Leaves
Gather leaves, dip them in wax to hold their colors, and suspend in front of a window. Gorgeous!
When dipped in wax, colorful leaves can be preserved through this season and beyond.
And it creates a stunning effect to greet … Read the rest
Owl Wreath Using Fall leaves and Feathers
It’s actually, who’s there owl wreath.
And it is very clever and looks amazing – especially for Halloween.
An idea that started out with using some canning jars ended with this wreath.
If you’re as intrigued as I am – … Read the rest
Coolest Halloween Door
A great idea for Halloween night – using just felt bats. Our Felting editor found this in a mag and has linked you to a bat felt pattern so you can make your own.
Go check out Linda’s post on … Read the rest
Recycled Wine Bottle Idea
Providing a great centerpiece idea for a glittery party, this recycled wine glass has been made into a beautiful table decoration with silver leaves.
Go get the dull details on how it was done at craftbits.com: recycled wine bottle to … Read the rest
Epsom Salt Luminaries
Update:
We have a tutorial on creating your own epsom salt luminaries on CraftBits:
One of the tips I have learned with Epsom salts is to actually be careful where you spill it, it can absorb water if … Read the rest
Interview with Melina Raissina
Editor’s Note: American Craft Council‘s Make Room: Modern Design Meets Craft project during the Aug 2-4 show at San Francisco will showcase works from nine interior designers and architects that will create room settings inspired by fine craft pieces … Read the rest
OMG! Paint Chip Flag For 4th Of July
How creative is this!
Jenn of EndlesslyInspired created this paint chip flag for 4th of July and I must say, it is one extraordinary piece of art!
It looks a lot of work, but with kids helping, I am pretty … Read the rest
Sharpie Tie-Dyed Fireworks Napkins
This is such a fun project for the 4th of July and so creative and colorful! I spoke with the designer and she said she did her research for anyone who may be concerned about using these decorated napkins in … Read the rest
I Pledge Allegiance Patriotic Sign
Even though I’m British born, I was raised from a toddler in the great United States of America. I hold the Pledge of Allegiance very dear to my heart and am proud to stand and recite whenever called to. This … Read the rest
USA Pallet Flag
Today, like yesterday, I’m feeling a bit patriotic. I stumbled across this flag over at PB&J Stories where Pamela made a fun and rustic American flag to decorate for the 4th of July. She mentions that she doesn’t really decorate … Read the rest
Crib Mattress Spring American Flag
Any idea what this cool flag used to be? Well, I guess I kind of gave it away in the title of the post, huh? 😉 This creative crafter took an old crib bed spring and turned up into a … Read the rest
Father’s Day Pen Holder
Photographs. They are one of the best gift ideas, aren’t they? Think about it. Your kids have been bringing home gifts from school for years using photographs. Why? Because they are moments in time, moments that are still forever. They … Read the rest
12 Coastal Decorating Ideas
Hi! I’m Colleen with Just Paint It and I’m so happy to be here at Craft Gossip today! With summer here, I wanted to share some coastal decorating ideas. I’ve never been fortunate to live by the beach, even though … Read the rest
Bleach Fireworks Napkin for the 4th of July
The 4th of July holiday is only a month away. Seems like it took forever and a day for summer to arrive, and now that it’s here it’s flying by too fast! I’ve actually been saving this to share with … Read the rest