Embroidery is an ancient art with a rich heritage. What was used in medieval times to decorate clothing is also seen today on many types of modern clothing. Embroidery is easy to do, but you can't just jump into any project without getting the basics down first! Here are some fun embroidery projects for beginners that will get your creative juices flowing. Before jumping … [Read more...] about 10 Cool Embroidery Projects
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Jenny Doan Talks About Quilting Keepsakes
My grandparents always had loads of beautiful quilts. Mostly they had acquired them from local artisans or from thrift store finds. With so much inspiration, my Aunt Julie became a talented quilter. While I appreciate the beauty and the handiwork that goes into handmade quilts, I never learned how to quilt myself. I do harbor a secret love of quilting though! So it is no … [Read more...] about Jenny Doan Talks About Quilting Keepsakes
Fathers Day Crafts For Kids To Make And Give As DIY Gifts
I was really kind of shocked to see the lack of Father’s Day gift ideas for kids to do compared to the over following amount of ideas I came across for Mother’s Day. It really made me sad that Father’s Day was being eclipsed by Mother’s Day but then I thought that might be going a bit over board. The best way to help shine a bigger light on Father's Day is to spread the few … [Read more...] about Fathers Day Crafts For Kids To Make And Give As DIY Gifts
10 Art Projects With Old Greeting Cards
Today, we’re talking about how to reuse greeting cards! Often, greeting cards are pretty and sometimes even handmade and they are just far too nice to drop in the recycling bin. Thanks to these top greeting card recycling tips, you can make the most of those gorgeous handmade cards you receive for any occasion this year. Here are several pretty art … [Read more...] about 10 Art Projects With Old Greeting Cards
How To Make A Valentine Snow Globe
It's never too early to make Valentine items! We started decorating for Valentine's Day after we finished taking down our Christmas tree. When I take down one holiday's decorations, I like to go ahead and decorate for the next holiday coming up! That way my house always has a little decoration. This Valentine Snow Globe Craft Project is so easy to make that you can even get … [Read more...] about How To Make A Valentine Snow Globe
Adorable DIY Gingerbread Ornaments
These sweet little DIY Gingerbread ornaments are a great addition to any tree with their simple design and smiling face. Handmade ornaments just add something special to the holidays and this one is simple enough that even smaller children can make their own and take pride in seeing their creation hanging up there with the rest. Make one or a dozen, these are also adorable tied … [Read more...] about Adorable DIY Gingerbread Ornaments
25 Beautiful Crafts For Adults To Make
Crafts are an easy way to express your creativity! Crafts for adults are great because they usually involve nicer materials and yield results that you can be proud to use as part of your home decor. Plus, homemade craft projects are usually a big savings over store bought home decorations. Another thing I love about adult crafts is that the process of making something is … [Read more...] about 25 Beautiful Crafts For Adults To Make