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Easy Crafts to Make With Old Silverware
I mean…I’m not saying I have an ample supply of old silverware, but I’m not denying it either. I have no idea how I have accumulated so much, but I just can’t bring myself to get rid of any of it! If you can’t bring yourself to get rid of it, try one of these silverware crafts instead! Here are a few easy crafts to make with old silverware! With a whole lot of heat, and some silverware-bending skill, you can have these curled spoon hooks! They look great on the wall in a craft room, and I think they’re a great way to display and organize your…
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10 DIY Projects to Do in March
Spring is in the air, and we have to craft about it! Easter happens on April 1st this year, and I am so excited to start decorating for Spring! Today is the first day that I’ve been outside without a winter coat on, and it’s time to celebrate. Are you eager for Spring? Start one of these DIY projects this March! Beaded Flats With a set of flats (from Target, or wherever you can find them) and a string of beads from Michaels, you can make your own stylish flats like these. You’ll definitely need to pick up some glue and Mod Podge before beginning! Wood and Brass…
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10 Crafts You Can Make With Your Lavender Cuttings
I’ve been growing lavender on my windowsill for the last year, and while my plant and I have had plenty of ups and downs, it presented me with an endless supply of gorgeous flowers. I’ve read that lavender is great for those struggling with anxiety and insomnia, so I wanted to put my beautiful flowers to good use. Instead of throwing your lavender cuttings out with this week’s garbage, add them to these DIY recipes. You’ll be relaxed and glad you did! This lavender soap recipe smells delicious…but I think the craft paper wrapping is even more adorable! Tie lavender cuttings around the bars with twine from Michaels. Light one…
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Easy Clean Up Glitter Crafts
Calling all those who love a little pizzaz, shine, and a little sparkle! Forget the clean up of crafting with glitter, and focus on the fun instead! Isn’t that a little easier said than done? With these easy clean up glitter crafts, you get the best of both worlds! Prior to starting your craft, pick up these items for glitter cleanup at the store: -Paper towels -Lint rollers -Drop cloth (this is optional, sometimes I find that the clean up is worse on a drop cloth-like surface) 1.Glitter Shoes Cover a pair of canvas shoes in Mod Podge and coat it in glitter. Once dry, cover your creation with…
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13 Things You Can Do With Nail Polish
Terra Cotta Pots These marbled pots look fantastic on any window seal. You’d never guess they were painted with nail polish! Nail Polish Planks Warning, these are not candy bark, although they do look good enough to eat! Blinged Out Keys 2003 called, it wants its house key back. Decorative Bowls Never lose your keys or your favorite pieces of jewelry again! Every girl needs a catch-all dish! Plus, look how pretty! DIY Donut Glasses Homer Simpson would be proud of this adorable craft project. Go you! Marble Mugs You’ll just be itching to post coffee pics on Instagram with this mug in hand! …
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12 Things to Do With Old Magazines
Magazine Garland What a beautiful way to display Taylor Swift’s favorite summer beverages. And that article on 10 tips to beat the heat. Upcycled Recycling Material The only time its fun to loosen a belt buckle one notch…. Mag Envelopes A personable, more modern touch on an old pastime. Fold your old pieces of magazine into awesome recycled envelopes. Block Letters Your home is one easy step away from a travel bloggers dream. Magazine Clock What time is it? Display the time of day in style! And no grandpa, I don’t need a watch, I have a smartphone. Magazine Flowers Nothing screams spring like a…
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10 Fun Ways to Craft With Balloons
I’ve been on the hunt for a few really good craft projects that put all of my left over balloons to good use! We recently had a birthday party, and I bought a few too many packages! Check out my favorite ways! Pom-Poms Glue pom-poms on to clear balloons, or colored balloons. These are fun either way! Vase Makeover Single flowers need a place of their own too! Wrap balloons around old tin cans or glass jars for a fun and unique flower vase. Frozen Water Balloons Keep your alcohol cold and these away from the drunks. Frozen water balloons are the perfect way to keep your drinks…
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How to Repurpose Old Candle Jars
If you’re a lotion DIY’er, and haven’t thought of this already, candle jars make the perfect DIY lotion jar! Seasonal plants look adorable paired with a festive candle jar. Candle jars are perfect for cotton swabs, hair clips and elastics. No need for a new jar, just use your old one! The perfect homey accent to your beautiful, picked- from- the- garden- by- a- five- year- old, flowers. Hand picked bouquets are the best! A jar similar to something like this Yankee candle, are the perfect look for quick kitchen storage turned cute display. These uniquely painted jars perfect for organization can be found HERE. Small succulents love to be swaddled in candle…
