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 Making Ice Candles
Making gifts seems more personal, reflecting the time you devoted to the gift, with the added bonus of being cheaper. In addition, creating gifts at home can be environmentally-conscious with its emphasis on recycling.
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5 Tips To Start Gardening On the Balcony - With Kids
This how-to is intended for those who are just starting a balcony garden, especially if you have kids. If you don't have a lot of time to research everything on the web, here are ideas about placing the pots, selection of seeds, and a few hints to make gardening easier and even more fun. I've described what I believe are 5 top easy things to take care of when designing a garden in pots and hanging baskets - and you've got both happy kids and a beautiful, green balcony!
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My Punch Needle Adventure
Punch needle embroidery is having a bit of a moment and it is going modern! The great thing about it is that it is so easy to do and does not require very much expensive kit. That is a plus all round. Well I wanted to try it and I started very simply with an abstract design. I am a bit hooked now! That pun was very much intended by the way -) Have a look at my post and see for yourself how easy it is.
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 Earth Month Gets Magical With This Surprising Natural-Dye DIY
Quick, what color do you think of when you hold an avocado in your mind’s eye? The almost-black of its skin, the yellow-green ombre of its ripe flesh, the mahogany-hued pit at its center? Chances are, pink never enters the picture. But simmer a few avocado pits in water for an hour, and something unexpected happens: You create a deep red liquid that can be used to turn cotton towels, linens, t-shirts, and more the dreamiest range of blush hues.
Explore natural dyes
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DIY Spring Wreath
"When I found a roll of white paper twist ribbon at a garage sale I had no idea what I'd use it for. Then later when I bought some bright faux flowers at Walmart and knew they would be a great combination together for a Spring Wreath. The hardest part about this entire project was wrapping the paper twist around the wreath form (and that was very easy). You could make this as big or as little as you want but one 25 yard roll was perfect for a smaller wreath. I keep it hanging in my home office s
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Gift Wrap Paper Wreath
"It takes about 2 hours to make this fresh as spring wreath with paper gift wrap flowers that are ModPodged to cardboard or mat board. Use a dollar store metal wreath as the base. Use ModPodge to glue the flowers to the carboard. After they are dry, cut the flowers and attach them to the metal wreath form by using a scrap of paper and hot glue as shown in the photo of the wreath backside."
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Goal Tracker
Hello friends! If you are starting a 100 day challenge or need to track a habit I have a new FREE goal tracking printable to share with you today! If you are starting a 100 day challenge or need to track a habit I have a new FREE goal tracking printable to share with you today! Today I started my #the100dayproject on Instagram and to go along with that I quickly created this goal tracking printable. I think many of you might find it useful as well, so please enjoy it!
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How to Make a Reverse Canvas
"A reverse Canvas project is the new trend for vinyl and paint crafters. All you need is an inexpensive canvas and you can create a custom creation for your home, for a gift for someone special or for selling to your customer base. This step by step tutorial will walk you through what you need and the simple process to create your own custom home decor sign. No need to have machinery to cut wood."
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Faux Brick Wall
"A very big project I tackled this summer was transforming a plain white wall into a beautiful brick one. My son bought his first condo a small third floor abode in a beautiful historic home built in the late 1800s. It was the perfect palate to showcase an interior brick wall, so with about $80 in supplies and a willing mom, he now has a radical piece of character in his small living space."
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Floral Picture Frame
"Super easy and gorgeous, this floral picture frame craft is perfect for any occasion! This lovely floral picture frame is a wonderful idea to get creative! It also uses simple supplies is ready in no time and is super affordable! This DIY flower frame is fun and perfect for any occasions too, like Valentines Day or as a photo prop for a wedding or shower and can make great gifts for family and friends. A wonderful way to display all those beautiful family memories!"
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DIY Girls Fabric Headband Pattern
Beginner sewing projects like these free headband patterns are a great way to learn how to sew while still making something worthwhile. This DIY Girls Fabric Headband Pattern is a simple sewing project idea that will take under a yard of fabric, about an hour, and minimal sewing skills to create. Perfect for daughters and granddaughters, these DIY headbands can easily be transformed into something insanely chic with the right fabric choices and could even be gussied up with some sewing notions l
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DIY Wall Hangings: 14 Wall Art Ideas to Obsess Over
Wall hangings add SO much to your space, and you can make your own! Whether you're looking for a new macrame tutorial or you want to make wall art using embroidery hoops and yarn, we've got you covered. Browse our collection of DIY wall hangings for a variety of beautiful ideas for your home.
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Water Bottle Supply Organizer Recycled Craft
Here are some great ideas for crafts made from recycled items. Use these instructions to make a Water Bottle Supply Organizer Recycled Craft. This is an easy way to organize your crafting supplies with water bottles and other recycled items. Water bottle crafts are a fun way to reuse materials you already have and try new kind of projects at the same time. Often, water bottle crafts are appropriate for all ages, so gather up the kids and have them help you finish this project. If you keep losing
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The Only Crocheted Granny Square You'll Ever Need
Ladies and gentlemen, this is The Only Crocheted Granny Square You'll Ever Need. This easy beginner granny square crochet pattern is easy to alter to suit your needs and simple enough for beginners to make as well. Mix and match your own yarn colors to create beautiful designs and then arrange them into a lovely afghan. Great for crochet fans of all skill levels, this crochet granny square is a quick project that's great for using up yarn in your stash.
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Crafty Coca Cola Advent Calendar
Easy DIY Christmas crafts, like this Crafty Coca Cola Advent Calendar from I Love to Create, are great holiday projects! Made from an old soda crate, vintage paper, and bingo numbers, this vintage Christmas decor is perfect for counting down the days until the big day! This Crafty Coca Cola Advent Calendar is a unique way to show off your creativity to any holiday guests that may drop by. Recycled craft ideas are especially great during Christmastime when there seems to be so much waste.
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Cute as a Button Snowman
Too cold to build a snowman outside? Create one just as cute with some Styrofoam balls! This Cute as a Button Snowman is a great project for kids of all ages, and with the glitter coating, this snowman looks like it's really made out of fresh white snow! Kids will love decorating these snowmen and they will look adorable on the mantel or gathered together on the table to be used as a centerpiece for your Christmas meal.
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5 Minute Spring Bouquet
Add some color to your front door with this easy and quick 5 Minute Spring Bouquet. This beautiful door decoration can be made with whatever flowers you'd like and it's so easy to put together! Use it either indoors or out to celebrate spring!
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Toilet Paper Roll Sunflowers
Made from painted toilet paper rolls, these colorful sunflowers are a great way to decorate your wall. The great thing about this design is that you can make these Toilet Paper Roll Sunflowers as big or as small as you like, and they're great decor for a bathroom or bedroom. Toilet paper roll crafts are a great way to save on supplies and use what you have. In fact, people won't believe you used them for this project. If you want to add a whimsical touch to plain walls, this is the perfect DIY
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Grandma's Magic Crocheted Flower Pattern
Embellish afghans, sweaters, shawls and more with this Grandma's Magic Crocheted Flower Pattern. You could also use these colorful flowers to create a rug or table runner, or use them as coasters or dishcloths. This pattern is great for using up leftover yarn and you can easily create something beautiful out of all your leftover yarn scraps. Though this flower may look intricate, it's actually made using very simple crochet techniques.
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Junk Store Birdhouse
This Junk Store Birdhouse is cheap garden decor you'll be proud to show off! This handmade birdhouse is made with various odds and ends, giving it a unique look and a whimsical feel. Aren't those little button flowers the cutest?
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23 Crochet Shell Stitch Patterns You'll Love
If you're looking for your next exciting crochet pattern to try, it can be overwhelming to settle on a project. Whether you're an old fan of crochet shell stitch patterns or have never tried them before, you've come to the right place for a comprehensive list of engaging crochet shell stitch patterns. With these 23 Crochet Shell Stitch Patterns You'll Love you'll find enticing shell stitch afghan ideas including for crochet shell stitch baby blankets. If you're well stocked in the blanket depart
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Vanilla Meringue Cowl
This Vanilla Meringue Cowl Knitting Pattern can be worn several different ways, making it the ultimate winter accessory. This knitted cowl is great for knitters of all skill levels and makes a wonderful stocking stuffer for the holiday season. The light color and simple style make it a great accessory with any outfit. Whether you're heading to the grocery store or on you way to a fancy event, this knit cowl pattern will keep you warm and toasty. You can pull it down over exposed shoulders or we
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Milk Jug First Aid Kit
Do you have an old milk jug taking up room in your recycling bin? Turn it into a handy first aid kit with this Milk Jug First Aid Kit tutorial. Great for college kids and traveling, this kit can hold everything you need so you're always prepared. And it's environmentally friendly, so it's nice to Mother Earth, as well. Create a couple of these first aid kits and keep one in the car and one in your suitcase so you're always prepared no matter what happens. This kit also makes a great gift fo
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Paradores Infinity Scarf
Wear it around your neck, sling it across one shoulder, or drape it over yourself - Paradores Infinity Scarf is a great scarf-and-poncho-in-one! This free crochet scarf pattern is for fashion lovers only!
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Spring Crown Knit Headband
"This is the perfect project if you've wanted to try cables! It's a very simple pattern with a picture tutorial. Works up fast and is a great accessory for any time of year."
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How to Make Plarn, Plastic Bag Yarn
Our knitting group was asked to try to think of a creative green use for plastic grocery bags; thus, 'Plarn was born. Plarn, plastic yarn, is strips of plastic bags half-hitched together to form knitable or crochetable material.
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DIY Fidget Apron for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients
Learn how to make a fidget apron. This fidget apron pattern is an easy project to make and so meaningful. Help a loved one suffering from Alzheimer's or dementia by making them this busy apron. Sensory materials are important to have on-hand during this difficult time, so creating an activity apron filled with sensory items helps. This is a project you could also make for charity. It's easy to make when you start with a plain apron already made from the store. Explore these ideas for pockets, zi
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Vintage Quill Pen Adult Coloring Page
"If you still believe in the art of hand written love letters, then this page is just what the doctor ordered. Featuring a vintage quill pen, this page is ideal on those days when you are in a romantic mood and when you feel like whispering sweet nothings in your partners ear."
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Balai
"Broomstick lace is such a beautiful technique that is woefully underused. Historically it was called Jiffy Lace because of how quick and easy it is to make. If youve never tried it before, this shawl would be a great way to learn how to crochet Broomstick Lace. If youre an old hand at this, well, you already know how much fun it is! This shawl starts at one corner and grows larger with every row. The pattern is written so you can stop at any time. Make your shawl as large or small as you desire
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Golgotha Christian Coloring Page for Adults
"Even though Easter has gone, we should never forget the sacrifice that Jesus made when He died on the cross for our sins. This coloring page is a great reminder of the reason for our faith."
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Repurposed Rake Spring Decor
"With a flower bundle and some ribbon, you can turn any old rake into some fresh looking spring decor for your front porch or home! This Repurposed Rake Spring Decor DIY is the perfect project for someone who is short on time but still wants to decorate there home for spring. In this DIY you will learn how to transform a yard sale rake and pitchfork into some cute pieces of spring decor, with just a few basic craft supplies. Also, this project is great for beginning crafters who want to start ma
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DIY Rice Heating Pad
"I hate to be cold! Living in a chillier climate though, I know that sometimes it's unavoidable. I knew that I had to find a solution for me and for my babies away at college! These DIY Rice Heating Pads are made from a fun bandana (bonus it's inexpensive!) and basic sewing skills. They are perfect for warming hands, feet or even stuffing under the covers before bedtime. Even better? They take minutes to make and make a great gift."
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Gold Tipped Mason Jar Vases
These Gold Tipped Mason Jar Vases will give an elegant and lovely look to any indoor or outdoor celebration. Use these golden vases to hold flowers, utensils, or candy canes for Christmas time. These lovely Mason jar crafts make wonderful gifts for friends and family, and they're even better gifts when you fill them with lovely flowers or candies!
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Herringbone DIY Painted Rug
Craft yourself some serious curb appeal when you learn how to paint a rug that allows you to add a chic design to a sturdy outdoor rug. The Herringbone DIY Painted Rug is created using Testors air-brushable acrylic paint, allowing you to create a pretty piece of DIY home dcor without having to mess with stinky and harmful spray paint fumes. While the design on this painted rug tutorial may look complicated and intricate, it is actually achieved with some smart taping techniques that are beginner
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Crocheted Bathroom Set
This Crocheted Bathroom Set is made with scented yarn, so it helps keep your bathroom organized and smelling clean! You can make these crochet bowls in a variety of sizes, shapes, colors, and scents!
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Dollar Store Flip Flops 5 Ways
Give your flip flops a whole new look for the summer with this adorable Dollar Store Flip Flops 5 Ways project. From glow in the dark flip flops to easy survivor style crocheted flip flops, you can learn how to decorate boring flip flops. These cute dollar store craft ideas are easy to complete and perfect for anyone on a budget. Gather up some unexpected items like googly eyes and bandanas to complete your own version of this super cute project. When you add your own signature to your shoes, yo
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Tee Shirt Beaded Necklace
This Tee Shirt Beaded Necklace is a great way to reuse an old tee shirt. Add a little string of pearls to turn this necklace from drab to fab!
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Easy Felt Easter Bunny Ear Headband
"This bunny ears Easter headband is made with felt, fabric, and wire, and an inexpensive, fabric covered headband. (I get those in a multi pack from the dollar store.) The bunny ears are actually bendable and posable! That makes for an incredibly darling Easter accessory with personality. The whole project took about 10 minutes to make, start to finish. It was incredibly easy, especially since it was finished off with artificial flowers glued to the headband."
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Lullaby Ripple Afghan
The Lullaby Ripple Afghan is a lovely free baby blanket crochet pattern that complicates a simple ripple with long post triple crochets. Both advanced and beginners will enjoy this easy yet interesting pattern. Nothing welcomes a baby into this world better than a handmade crocheted blanket in pretty pastel colors. Any mommy-to-be will adore this afghan as a baby shower gift and snuggle up with her newborn in it. If you want to convert this pattern into something other than a baby blanket, just
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Xcellent Shawl
"A versatile, wear-anywhere, crescent shaped shawl with pretty lace edge details. Shawl is worked in a worsted yarn, in one-piece from neck to hem. Sizes are wingspan by depth to the point at center back. Sample is the Large. Yarn Knit Picks Preciosa Tonal (100% Merino Wool 273 yards/100 g) Boysenberry #26728, 2 (2, 3) hanks. Needles US Size 9 circular knitting needles of minimum length 36 inches/100cm, or size to obtain gauge. Notions Blocking wires, cable needle or a dpn Approximate time to co
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Etchall Tea Canister
"Do you prefer to buy your tea and spices in bulk? Does your kitchen look like a mishmash of assorted plastic containers and bags? Declutter and protect your investment with clamp lid glass jars and label the contents using etchall creme. It's quick and easy to do. It won't smear like chalk will on chalk paint. Small jars will store neatly on an average spice rack. No more counter clutter! Declutter your life an live more simply with a place for everything and everything in its place."
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April Showers Shawl
"The April Showers Shawl is the perfect accessory for your milder weather wardrobe! The sweet little detail in the stitch pattern mimics the raindrops of April showers. This pattern is an easy two row repeat. It's worked from the widest part of the shawl down to the point. The only stitches you need to know are single crochet, double crochet and triple (treble) crochet. A size I/9 (5.25 mm) hook and medium weight size 4 yarn are used. There is a table included that gives you the option to make t
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Making your Own (Yarn) Display
"You probably recognize this All those beautiful skeins of yarn in a lush variety of materials and colors and no way to enjoy it all because it is all tucked away in the stash. It really is a shame to have to put it all away to protect it against the effects of UV light, odors, dust, pets, and vermin. It makes it pretty hard to enjoy the woolly splendor. Why not make a rotating exhibition of your favorite yarns on your favorite spot in the house? Regular tossing of the wool stash also has its ad
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Fun Crochet Coasters
"Sometimes it's just fun to dress up the table a bit. And what is better suited for that then these cute little coasters? I used small amounts of cotton left over from previous projects, making them easily washable. Of course, other types of yarn would also work perfectly fine. Easy to make and lots of fun. A very cheerful to use up those little ends of yarn! This pattern is written in American English crochet terminology."
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Scrap Fabric Birds
Are your scraps taking over? Don't throw them away! Instead, use your fabric to create crafts with scrap material. These Scrap Fabric Birds can be used to create magnets, ornaments, lavender sachets and so much more.
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Autumn Leaves Shawl
"The Autumn Leaves Shawl features a simple stockinette body knit sideways in a shallow triangle shape. The leafy border is knitted on at the same time. Made in a loose gauge, Autumn Leaves is an airy layering piece, just enough for when theres a chill in the air. This design works great with that special skein of fingering weight yarn. The Autumn Leaves Shawl can, however, be made in any size, using any weight of yarn. Just knit until you have reached half of your yarn or half the size you want
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The Easy Way to Hem a Circle Skirt
"Do you LOVE circle skirts, but HATE hemming them? This is hands down the fastest and easiest way to do it! If you have bias tape ready, it'll only take about 15 minutes... with NO MEASURING!! A dream come true, right?! Prepare your circle skirt (a free template is provided in many sizes from children to XXL women) then sew single fold bias tape to the bottom edge. (There is also a link to instructions for making your own bias tape!) Flip it over, press and sew, and youll be all ready to twirl a
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Celebrate Summer at the Beach
"A piece of sturdy cardboard like a cigar box lid makes a good base for this easy craft that is perfect to use up the shells you found on the beach. Simply cover the board with burlap. Then use a sheet music or scrapbooking paper heart as the base for the shells. Use an old shell necklace as the border and tie it up with a burlap string bow with a craft store key for a finished look."
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Beaded Wire Cross
"The cross takes about one half hour to make and is a good way to use up old pearl necklaces. These would make cool Easter gift favors at your Easter table. All you need is some 16 gauge annealed wire, some black 28 gauge wire, a necklace and some wire clippers and needle nose pliers. One tip if you place double stick tape around the wires where they intersect the tape will hold the wires in place while you make that first wire wrap to hold them together."
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"Smile Inspire Dream" Shimmery Wooden Wall Art
"A shimmery, inspiring and beautiful vintage style wall plaque that is easy to create. Products used wooden plaque, Rust-oleum Intense Glitter (in Silver), acrylic paint, pre-cut wooden words (or die cut your own), doily stencil, texture paste, white ribbon, gold pendant and liquid adhesive. Don't let the length of the product list shy you away from this project! The project comes together rather easily. It would be a fun project to create with friends or family. Would also make a beautiful gift
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Pretty in Gingham Basket
"I love baskets and I love bright designs that allow your eyes to travel over them. Thats why this gingham design was created in 4 colors, to help your eyes to build up from the bottom, but you can use 2 colors and still create a fun and beautiful design - perfect for odds and ends all around your house or for gifts for those you love! This pattern is free to view in its entirety on my ad-supported blog. This ad-free downloadable pdf enables me to be able to bring you more free patterns in the f
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Tiny Daisies
"These little daisies are worked in joined rounds with a 2.25 mm hook. You will need some embroidery thread in a mustard yellow color and dk weight white yarn to create them. They work up really quickly so you can make a whole bouquet! The pattern also includes a photo tutorial for adding stems to your crochet flowers. I'll be using these daisies to create a spring flower crown. I think they would look so cute as a festive garland."
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Chrissy Hat
"After making the Chrissy Neck Warmer, I still had 2/3 of the pack of yarn left. It seemed the perfect opportunity to make a matching hat. The Chrissy Hat works perfectly with the Neck Warmer or on its own. It features post stitch ribbing and a slip stitch top with beaded chains as an accent. Size Adult woman Yarn Fiber Optic Yarns Foot Notes Paintbox Gradient, fingering weight, 450 yds Black-Red-Yellow 0814 270 yds used or 9 mini-skeins Hook US-F/5, 3.75mm Small steel hook for adding beads (si
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Crochet Country Dish Towel
"Add some modern farmhouse style to your kitchen or bathroom with these easy crochet country towels. You only need to know how to single crochet and chain to create the spider stitch which give this beautiful texture. Made with 100% cotton these towels are as sturdy as they are beautiful. Use them in the kitchen as dish towels or in the bathroom as hand towels. Pair the towels with the Crochet Country Dishcloths for a perfect housewarming gift."
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Fabric Painting Design Techniques
"Want to learn a few new fabric painting techniques and tips? This tutorial will show you everything from the best paint to use on fabric to marble painting basics. Plus get various fabric painting tips and design ideas. These vibrant marbled fabric paintings can be turned into tote bags, quilts, pillows and more. All you need is a fabric marbling kit, fabric paint, paint brushes, fabric and a few other basic tools and supplies. Whether youre trying fabric painting for the first time or looking
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How to Sew a Rolled Hem
"Ever wondered how those teeny tiny, perfectly sewn narrow hems are made, particularly on lightweight fabric? Here youll learn how to sew a rolled hem yourself, through the best and easiest method! If youve been meaning to learn how to sew a rolled hem for ages but lacked the courage, Im here to tell you theres nothing to be afraid of! In this rolled hem tutorial. All you need is a little practice and patience when using a rolled hem foot, particularly for lightweight fabrics."
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Squishy Egg Ami
"If youre anything like me, you cant have enough squishy pillows/ amis to decorate with. I love having some for any season and I love being able to throw them around the couch to express my personal style. Its just a bonus that amis make great gifts, for Easter like this squishy egg ami, or for any time. Better still is the opportunity to say oh, theyre not that difficult to make when someone asks about your lovely collection of silly pillows."
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Mini Wreath Christmas Gift Diy
"I made this mini wreath Christmas gift. You can gift to your teacher. I love it. it's simple and easy. It doesn't cost much. especially I bought those buttons from JoAnn store. Materials 1) Felt 2) Floral wire 4) wool/ribbons 5) Matte Netting 6) Sequin 7) Chenille Stems 8) Fancy Buttons 9) Popsicle stick 10) Hot glue How to make First, we take the floral wire and make a small circle shape and cut it. Then we will wrap the circle with chenille stems. Then we will cut the small small pieces of le
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Little Spring Chick Amigurumi
"Looking for quick and easy crochet chick pattern? This Little Spring Chick Amigurumi is perfect if you are looking for quick and easy crochet chick pattern for Easter and spring. I made this chick holding two strands of #2 Fine / Sport weight/ 100% Acrylic yarn. You will need Approx 100 yards. Or you can use DK weight yarns obtain the gauge. The finished size of the little Spring Chick Amigurumi 6 x 7 including wings."
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Lace for Mom
"The moment I showed my mom the yarn I used in this scarf, she said You know this is soooo my color?! No problem mom, this one is for you. The delicate lace is based on traditional Estonian stitch patterns, which, of course, include nupps. My mom wouldnt have it any different! Instructions for both traditional and easy nupps are included. The instructions for the shawl are provided both fully charted and written out. Difficulty level This scarf is worked lengthwise and contains lace that is work
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Trash to Treasure Mosaic Table
My Mosaic Table is a true trash to treasure love story. This project was made using dishes broken by an unfortunate accident, the base of a broken birdbath and wood from a discard kitchen cabinet. I made my project in just one day. If you want to read the whole love story (with plot twist) and not just the project... Make sure to click on the blog link at the end of the this project post.
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Bunny Beanie
"Hop, Hop, Hop! The bunny is coming to town! The other day I shared the Chick and Egg Baby Crochet Pattern with you and if you didnt see that little cutie, you can go take a peak. But, today I am going to share the Bunny Beanie Crochet Pattern with you! The Bunny Beanie is so adorable too and guess what? This crochet pattern includes sizes for everyone in the family! Grab your chunky weight yarn and hook and make a bunny beanie today. This beanie would be great for Easter pictures and you could
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Quick color-coded keys
Do you keep getting your keys mixed up and cant remember which is which? Quit wasting time at each door trying to find the right key with this super simple trick nail polish! A fast and free project that with make your life so much easier! Choose your favorite color nail polish (best are glittery and/or bright colors, which stand out the best), paint the tops of the keys, and stand the keys up with the help of a clothespin. After two or three coats of polish, youll be able to find the key you ne
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Easy DIY Tassel Fringe Necklace
"Hey friends! The other day I was rifling through my jewelry-making supplies and I ran across a pair of hoop earring components with loops across the bottom that Ive had forever. Ive been wanting to make a tassel-style necklace, and thats when it hit me attach the tassels to an earring, and voila, a fringe-y tassel necklace was born. So today Im going to share the tutorial with you.... and it won't take you more than an hour!"
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DIY Spring Wreath with Craft Sticks
Are you on the lookout for a fun wreath idea to decorate your front door this spring? Weve got an adorable DIY spring wreath that is not only happy and cheerful but easy peasy too and a great craft to make with the kiddos! You can play with the colors and make this stick wreath in all kinds of colors or make it more traditional, to match your front door decor. I personally think nothing speaks spring better than a brightly colored wreath that will make your house the coolest on the block!
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This Weed Heals Insect Bites, Burns and Rashes
"Just when you think there is nothing worse than dry winter skin, summer happens. Summertime creates its own share of issues for your skin such as bug bites, stings, heat rashes, sunburn, and dry skin. Look no further than a weed outside your front door for an easy DIY salve that will heal your insect bites and take the itch away. Plantain can be used on cuts, burns, bites, stings, poison ivy, eczema, psoriasis, and rashes. It can be used on the sore paws of your pets, and even diaper rashes on
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Paper Pumpkin
Paper Pumpkin is the perfect way to jump into the world of papercrafting and get your creative me-time every month. We deliver all the stamps, ink, and paper you need to create a fun project, without any stress.
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Crochet Yarn Lei
"In Hawai'i this time of year isn't just one of preparing for summer, it's also a time of creating leis for family and friends who might be graduating from high school or college. While it might be a bit tougher to do here on the mainland, I came up with these crochet leis to gift to my kids and their friends. This is a great beginner level crochet craft and a wonderful keepsake gift for the graduate."
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Sunburst Spring Coaster
"Spring is associated with flowers and bright colors! So, here am sharing a very simple Sunburst Spring Coaster.Crochet Coasters are great quick and easy projects. You can make them as a house warming gift or for your own home.Coasters are the perfect way to dress up a coffee or side table.Also these are the perfect thing to crochet with your scrap yarn. These are easy to make and they come out beautifully and you can make them in less than and hours time.I have used just used two colors. You ca
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Prince and Princess Ribbon Wand Craft
"DIY wands for those Prince and Princess' in your life! Have them choose their ribbon colour and print so they can make these wands their own! These wands are very easy to make, only need a few materials to complete and will create hours of fun for the kids! Cut the ribbon as long as you like and add your own touches! These wands are a great way to encourage creative play and outside exercise."
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Easy DIY Jewelry Stand
Are all of your necklaces getting tangled up in your top dresser drawer? Keep those necklaces organized with this Easy DIY Jewelry Stand! This DIY storage idea is quick, simple, and inexpensive to make. It's great for keeping precious items separate and free from being pulverized in a drawer or box. With this DIY organizer, you can hang all of your delicate belongings in one place. Since this stand is made of copper, you'll have the satisfaction of knowing that it'll be very sturdy and stylish.
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How To Sew Felt Carrots
"Here is a brand new free template for felt carrots, and my step-by-step tutorial for felt food. Did you know you can whip up a few pieces of these cute little felt carrots in no time, machine stitching it or hand-stitched? My friends say they look like real carrots, and they make a great diy set for a toddler or preschooler. Kids will love making them too! Birthdays, anyone? ) Grab the free pattern now and make a lovely diy birthday gift for a kid!"
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Bedside Hanging Basket
"I created this basket because I was having trouble finding my glasses (and my phone, if we're being honest here) in the middle of the night. This basket easily slips over the bedpost to hold all my necessities. It can also be used on a stairway, doorknob, or anywhere you need a hanging catchall to carry those things you're always losing...like your keys. It uses a 9.00 mm hook and super bulky yarn for a really quick and easy project."
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Faux Pottery Planter
"You are looking at an upcycled glass jam jar! Honest! I love little pottery planters but I wanted to make something out of what I would be throwing away and I have come up with this idea. It starts with a clean jar and then some air dry clay and paint. No real painting talent needed and only a few tools and supplies. The possibilities are endless and i will be doing more of these. The fact that it is a glass jar means that the inside is glazed and you can water your plant. Perfect bliss!"
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Repurposed Map Mason Jar Banks
These Map Mason jar money banks would make a great gift for someone with wanderlust. I made one for my son so that he could save for his travels. I decoupaged old Mason jars with map paper napkins and then made a special coin slot lid for the top of the jars. Did you know that you can buy map paper napkins for several different cities around the world? They are called "Mapkins". To add to the travel theme I added a luggage tag to each jar.
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Mini Party Hat Cupcake Toppers
"These cupcakes are ready to party! Turn any plain cupcake into a festive one for a birthday or other celebration by making these miniature party hat cupcake toppers out of scrapbook paper, miniature pom poms, and toothpicks. They're fast and easy to put together, and I even had all the supplies in my craft stash. Use a low temperature hot glue gun when making this craft, because I can pretty much guarantee you'll glue your fingers at some point."
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Top Decor Trends to Bring Home This Spring
Photo by Studio EmmaThe Etsy Trend Guide is a compilation of fresh trends our expert is noticing across Etsy and the home industry as a whole: what sellers are creating, what shoppers are loving, and what's hot right now in the wider market. These home decor trends are based, in part, on some of the top searches within the home decor category on Etsy.com over the past year.
Whether you’re the type of person who lives for a weekend of sprucing and scrubbing or the kind who’d rather ...
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Featured Shop: The Heirloom Shoppe
Photo by The Heirloom ShoppeIn 2012, after her mother passed away and her father moved into a nursing home, Sue Templin found herself sorting through a house full of beautiful antiques that her parents had collected together over the years. She couldn't keep everything herself, but she knew the carefully chosen items held an appeal that went far beyond mere sentimental value. In the hope of finding new homes for her family keepsakes, Sue, a longtime photographer who already ran an online art s...
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The Jewelry Lover’s Guide to Birthstones
Photo by Pretty Wild JewelleryQuick: Can you name your birthstone? Whether you're at a loss when it comes to your signature jewel, vaguely aware, or proudly rocking it every day, there's something special about getting to know the precious stone that's been traditionally associated—sometimes for centuries or millennia—with the month you came into the world.
Explore birthstone jewelry
And there’s no better time to dive in: Today’s birthstone jewelry has evolved beyond the co...
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Easter Egg Granny Washcloth
"Is there anything better than the happy colors of spring after a long dreary winter? Im not usually all about pastels, but the bright and cheery colors in Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie were begging to be turned into something Easter-ready - introducing the Easter Egg Granny Washcloth! The Easter Egg Granny Washcloths can be dishcloths or washcloths - whichever you like. They are a fun way to perk up the kitchen this holiday, or great paired with a handmade bath fizzy in a special childs Easter bas
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Bunny Applique
"Use this adorable Bunny Applique for any of your Easter or baby related projects! You can add this applique to many projects like scarves, blankets, Easter baskets and bags, basically, whatever you can think of. He is quite large at 8.5 Height x 6.5 Width, so it's not recommended for smaller projects. This pattern uses all easy stitches. The majority of the stitching is single crochet. Any medium or worsted weight yarn will work for this project."
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Ooh Warm Hugs!
Some times an ache or a muscle twinge responds better to a warm rice bag than medication. So it is a must to have one in the house for such an emergency! This make is quick and beginner friendly, takes next to no materials and is a great gift or craft stall seller. What makes it special though is the die cut message on the front. Without that, it is just a rice bag! You can say anything at all this way and bring a smile to the face of the user. Always good!
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