Browsing Tag: craft

DIY: Sunburst Mirror

A big design trend last year was the sunburst mirror. I’ve always been a fan of them, but never wanted to shell out the money for what some places were selling them for. So after looking up a couple different tutorials [like this one and this one], I decided that I’d just make my own. […]

Fall Fireplace Scene

I always look forward to a new season or holiday that allows me to decorate our fireplace. I feel like it adds to the feel of that season or holiday. So it was only appropriate to add some fall foliage to our fireplace. We didn’t get as crazy as last year with the autumn and […]

Shopping Bag Art

So we all have those shopping bags that are too pretty/fun/unique to throw out or possibly they show off the fact that you purchased something from a high–end designer store. Well here’s an actual excuse to keep those bags…shopping bag art! Cut out one side of the bag with the handle and frame it. Don’t […]

DIY: Yarn Wreath

I have a new love for wreaths…yarn ones that is. I have been seeing them everywhere on the internet over the last several months. So I decided to make one myself, but as a gift for someone else. They’re so easy to make, not mention a lot cheaper than buying a fancy wreath. I got […]

DIY: 2011 Calendar

I realize it’s already the fourth of January, but I still wanted to share the calendar I made for 2011! I made it approximately 11×5 inches so it could easily be printed off with a home printer using a standard paper size. My calendar features simple typography and an illustration for each month. I’m making […]

DIY: S’More Kits

I wanted to make something small to give out to people for Christmas this year, so I decided to make S’More kits. Who doesn’t like S’Mores? Here’s what I used to make the kits: • Graham Crackers • Hershey’s chocolate bars • Marshmellows • Clear plastic goodie bags (found at craft stores like Michael’s or […]