I would love to try my hand at Spun cotton. I have some of the supplies in my home for this but I haven’t had a chance to create anything yet. I’m not sure what that item would be. Maybe some sort of woodland animal. Maybe a little bird. I love hearts, that might be…
Tag: crafts
Christmas craft kits to make and give out.
We make seasonal kits to give out for free around our community. This is a great way to encourage others to do something with their hands and to keep that creative mind growing, especially those little ones. If you make kits to give out, make sure the kits are very simple and easy to understand….
DIY yarn pumpkins.
Bought a bunch of Fall grab bags from a day of thrifting. Purchased 24 Styrofoam pumpkins for less then what it cost new in the stores, total cost for me was $5.In the large chain stores you pay $13 for 7 pumpkins in small bags. I’m not having fun with this inflation. But we all…
A Fall to do list.
This is just a reminder that it’s nice to make little goals where we treat ourselves plus the ones we love. Take time to make a list of things you want to do for each new season. It doesn’t have to be big or break the bank, just fun little treats and experiences to brighten…
Finding your peace through hobbies.
The other day I came across this little clip in my recommendations. It was 105 relaxing hobbies to start. Starting new hobbies are not only great ways to relax us, they are good for memory skills, and our mental health too. It’s also a great way to work on keeping our motor skills in tune…
Mother’s Day gifts from the garden.
“ To be a Mother is the most beautiful blessing. Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mothers.” Here in America we celebrate Mother’s Day Sunday May 11th. This is an older post of mine as I did not have time this year to make up some fun DIY’s to share with you all, I’m…
Needle felting hearts
I decided to try my hand at felting hearts. With Valentine close by and hearts everywhere, I wanted to try and make some hearts myself. I’m getting more comfortable with this newest hobby of mine. It takes time to get the feel of it, just the differences in needles and wool textures can be intimidating…
Needle felting tips.
The first felted critter I made was a little lady bug, then a penguin and then I made an owl. Eventually I started on more shapes as my confidence grew. This bunny is my first needle felted bunny. Start out small when you start up this hobby for the first time. Round shapes are really…
DIY clay leaf bowls
Supplies needed: Self hardening clay Watercolor paints and paintbrushes Instant drying lacquer (comes in a spray can at most hardware stores) Rolling pin Butter knife (you can even use plastic if children are involved) First for the fun part…collecting leaves. I used leaves in my garden but you can go anywhere to collect leaves. Just…
Updating vintage wooden blocks.
———————————————- Supplies needed: Old wooden blocks Assorted paints- spray paint, chalk paint, paint pens, or acrylics. Small wooden rectangles (for doors and windows) Assorted fabrics Decoupage glue- Mod Podge or watered down school glue paint brush or sponge brush First you have to find a bag of old wooden blocks. They are usually at yard…
Our Little Red House 