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Creative Block-20 Ways to Break Through

Yesterday I made the ugliest project I’ve made in years. A craft fail of such epic proportions that I refuse to show it in fear that it may follow me around the internet forever.  Even though I had...

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Modern Hexagon Succulent Planter DIY

Hexagons are everywhere in home decor right now, and gold is the metallic of the moment. Toss in a succulent, and you have the trifecta of trendy home accents.  I made this modern hexagon succulent...

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DIY Softball Hair Bows

For fastpitch players, softball hair bows are practically part of the uniform.  From the littlest coach-pitch players to the college athletes, fans will find ribbons on ponytails.  I made these...

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Donut-themed Thank You Card

Seize the Donut!  (They go quickly around here.)  Show that friend how sweet she is, and how grateful you are, by giving her a donut-themed thank you card. All of the gratitude, none of the calories!...

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DIY Watercolor Wedding Thank You Notes

So, you are DIY’ing your wedding. Yay you!  It’s a great way to save some money so you can splurge in other areas, and create a day that is completely your own.  Thank-you notes are a great project to...

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When Good Craft Supplies Go Bad

You’ve been waiting all day for that precious block of time that’s just for you.  It’s finally here, and with a sigh of relief you get out your new grown-up coloring book and your fancy markers and...

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Make German Stars for Christmas

I sipped my hot cocoa and watched their fingers fly, creasing and tucking the paper strips over and around and through, while the Christmas carols played and they chatted.  I was mystified at how the...

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Make a Coloring Page Bookmark

Adult coloring books are a great way to relax and unwind after a long day, but what do you do with the finished pages besides framing them or leaving them closed up in the coloring books?  You can...

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Make a Slim Leather Wallet–Easy DIY Gift for Men

I’m 99.62% certain my husband wants the same gifts for Father’s Day that I wanted for Mother’s Day: cold beer, afternoon alone in hammock, and zero responsibilities. But since I’m trying not to raise a...

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Make Paracord Zipper Pulls

Camp!  That magical place filled with silly songs, new friends, canoeing, swimming, and of course, crafts! Camp wouldn’t be the same without a keepsake craft or two to take home. A great camp craft,...

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Decorate a Halloween Tumbler with Vinyl

I love a pun.  The cornier, the better, as far as I’m concerned.  This Halloween tumbler definitely fits the bill, with it’s punny vinyl decoration perfect for around the fall campfire.  Download the...

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Beaded Bottle Stoppers and Holiday Wine Tags

Make your wine shine with DIY beaded bottle stoppers and up your cute quotient with printable holiday wine tags. Perfect for hostess gifts and a perennial favorite at “Dirty Santa”-type gift exchanges,...

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You Rock Printable Valentines

Remembering your kid needed Valentines before bedtime the night before the class party? Way to go! My “You Rock” Printable Valentines are quick and simple, and you can embellish as  much or as little...

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Make an Easy Valentine Garland Decoration

Looking for a cute decoration using supplies you already have at home? Make an easy Valentine garland using printable bookmarks along with patterned paper and fabric strips.  Embellishments for this...

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Funny Chocolate Bunny Printables-Kiss Labels

Nom, chomp, munch munch munch.  Ears first!  Doesn’t everyone eat their chocolate bunnies that way?  I’m celebrating this Easter favorite with some bunny bite art and a bit of snark to go with it....

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Make a Display Stand for Printables

I have teens and tweens, and I’m always trying to find ways to give them tidbits of advice without lecturing or inducing eye rolls.  One of my current favorite methods is adding inspirational...

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Make Family Chore Chart Magnets

The only thing worse than battling the endless cycle of household chores is battling over whose turn it is to do each of those household chores.  With these DIY Family Chore Chart Magnets made from...

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DIY Paracord Water Bottle Holders

I laugh when people ask me what I’m doing for Mothers’ Day.  No fancy brunches here.  As a Mom of kids that play spring sports, I’ve spent the last 11 of them at the ballpark lined up on the sidelines...

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Air Plant Holder: Pineapple Craft with Clay Pots

Pineapples are a fun tropical accent and a universal sign of welcome in the home.  What better way to welcome someone to your home than a quirky clay pot pineapple air plant holder.  Even better when...

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Softball Craft: Make a Softball Bag Tag

The end of the school year is approaching, and that means summer softball season is coming.  I like to get a few softball craft projects made before the games start, including these fastpitch softball...

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