Make an Edible Candy Bowl | Dollar Store Mom - Frugal Fun - Crafts for Kids Today’s post is a lesson in improvisation. Why? Well, this project was INTENDED to be a candy tray, a fancy version of something I saw done flawlessly at Tutto Bella. After reading through that tutorial, I thought it would be a breeze! Famous last words, right? Now, if I was a crafting perfectionist, or blogging perfectionist, or if I’d had two more cups of coffee today, maybe I’d've tried a second time to make my vision work…but I’m not, I’m not, and I didn’t. Supplies: candy canes- $1 for twelveold fashioned hard candies- $1starlight mints- $1 for a bag, I used just one for this particular project Unwrap the candy canes and starlight mint and arrange on a baking sheet lined with wax paper or parchment paper. Bake at 350 for 8-10 minutes, but watch it closely the whole time!! Then I realized it was still quite hot and pretty pliable, so I quickly grabbed a bowl, turned it upside down and placed the whole thing on top.
Seven Days of Love by Corie Who likes a good surprise? I know I do! Shadeleaf Studios The three things you need: 1: A standard Monday-Sunday pill box 2: Candies such as M&M’s, Lemonheads, gum, etc. 3: Download the Seven Days of Love printable here Once you have printed the Seven Days of Love printable, cut out each love letter and place one in each box Monday-Sunday. I decided to put mine on my husband’s nightstand. You Might Also Like These Related Articles DIY Projects For Your Home Ready to move from Blogger to WordPress? You can do it yourself! My e-book has over80 pages with over 100 screenshots towalk you through the entire process. Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned in some of my posts for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. The Fine Print
Hey Look - Event styling, design inspiration, DIY ideas and more: PRETTY PACKAGING IDEAS I think my favorite part of gift-giving is wrapping the goods. I really don't mind if the wrapping paper is being ripped off afterwards, I simply enjoy spending a lot of time and thought on making a present look as pretty as possible. Here's some cute and creative gift wrapping inspiration I found around the web: Washi tape ideas: Sweet Paul (left) and Tea For Joy (right) Lace gift wrapping: Sweet Paul, Colorful fabric packaging: Handmade Weddings (via Haystack Needle) Simple glitter ribbon on craft paper (Besotted Brand) & Colorful woven paper (Craftzine) Pretty doily wrapping - left: Facil Y Sencillo, right: A Creative Mint Confetti on double-sided tape: 3@12, Confetti dipping fun: Tokketok Left: rainbow yarn on craft paper (via babble), right: bunting, pom garlands and yarn (two shades of pink) Left: great idea for wrapping a cookbook (Sweet Paul), right: signature gift packaging by Inhaus Press
DIY Hand Carved Monogrammed Soaps | The Idea Room Okay…I love giveaways, but it is going to be nice to get back to some regular posting. What about you? As you know, I have a love for all things MONOGRAMMED! Overall, I am happy with the turnout. Then I let my 3 year old carve my practice soap while I worked on one of “the real things”. Supplies: Lever Soap 2000 (I liked how soft and easy this soap was to carve and work with) glue dots length of ribbon scrapbook paper vegetable peeler standard screwdriver (smaller the better) Q-tips monogram pattern non-permanent marker straightened paper clip First I started with the vegetable grater and gently shaved off the Lever 2000 logo that was imprinted in the soap. As soon as the logo is almost completely gone you can finish and just smooth any uneven areas. Then I took my circled monogram and printed it out. Center your monogram in place and hold it with your finger while you take a pencil lead or straightened paper clip (which I used) to mark around the edge of the circle. And that is it! Tidy Mom
Radical Autumn Sign Re-do (with Mod Podge action!) Home » $5 and Under, Decor, Headline, Tutorials 21 September 2009 15,163 views 21 Comments by Amy Note from Heather: Welcome to Amy from Mod Podge Rocks, who is working up a series of amazing tutorials for us! Mod Podge rocks, and so does Amy! Now let the great tutorial begin! This is Amy from Mod Podge Rocks, and let me start by saying that I am now obsessed with the dollar store. This sign will only take you a few hours at most, and I encourage you to use what you have on hand. Project Estimate: Leaf Sign, $1Acrylic paint colors - 2 coordinating, $2 or on handScrapbook paper - 1 sheet, on handAutumn stickers and embellishments, on handOutdoor Mod Podge, on handCraft glue, on handPaint brush, on handPencil or pen, on handTool set or small pliers, on handSandpaper, on hand Total cost: $3 and up Time Needed: 2 hours To Make: Start out with an unfinished sign. Remove the wires with pliers or whatever tool works best for you. Sand the pieces with a medium grit sandpaper. And the painting begins!
NOTCOT.ORG say YES! to hoboken: DIY: Tinted Mason Jars in Rainbow I’ve been experimenting with tinting mason jars to create a look like those old vintage ones that are difficult to find anymore in second hand stores. I think I’ve finally honed in on the perfect method. Would you like to see how it’s done? Check out the DIY here. Fill them with flowers, or illuminate an outdoor party filling them with battery operated tea lights or a strand of twinkle lights. copyright 2014 liz stanley // all rights reserved
Make a Sea Glass Pendant Home » $5 and Under, Accessories, Gifts to Make, Headline, Wearable Crafts, Weddings 15 May 2009 48,279 views 8 Comments by heather Gail at Can't Stop Making Things posted instructions for making these pretty sea glass pendants. How fun would these be for a wedding favor, wine glass charms, or as a bridesmaid gift? If you don't already have them, you can find wire cutters and needle nose pliers at some dollar stores (they're in the craft section of my local store). Project Estimate: Beach glass, $116 gauge wire, $1-224 gauge wire, $1-2Metal charm (optional), $1Gel super glue, on handWire cutters & needle nose pliers, on hand Total: $3 and up Disclosure: this article may contain affiliate links or other forms of sponsored content.
Create - wall art printable template | How Joyful Some months a go I shared the Love wall art template, along with that one I made this one, but unlike the previous one I wanted to make this word different and special, so no cardboard. Instead I used a piece of Styrofoam from a box we received last week. When I saw it a knew it was perfect for this project =] And instead of painting or covering it with fabric (my first idea) I decided to just go the Decoupage route with hot pink tissue paper. It ends up being so light! I just double tape mine to the wall and it works like a charm! **The download is a PDF format file, so you will need to have Abobe Reader installed on your PC or MAC. THE MATERIALS - 23×8 inches piece of Styrofoam (I just used one from a box but you can buy a piece at Michaels) - Tacky glue - 2 sheets of tissue Paper ripped unevenly with your hands - Sand paper - X-acto knife - Download the template below - Marker to trace template - Sponge brush [ Click on Images to enlarge] I hope you all enjoy and CREATE =] ps.
Make Oversized Faux Cupcakes Home » $10 and Beyond, Decor, From Our Readers, Headline 13 August 2009 15,567 views 2 Comments by heather Who doesn't need a giant faux cupcake? Gail at Can't Stop Making Things made this one for a silent auction, but there are lots of occasions that call for giant cupcakes - I'm sure you'll think of a few! You can get almost everything you need for this at the dollar store, but hurry because pool noodles are nearly out of season (have you noticed the Halloween and Christmas stuff infiltrating stores? You'll need to visit your local home improvement store to find Great Stuff, which is an expanding foam in a can. Project Estimate: Plastic tub (paper paint bucket will work too), $1Plastic plate to fit top of tub, $1Swimming "noodle", $1Red rubber ball from a paddle ball set, $1Wooden skewer, on hand or $1Kraft paper, on hand or $1Great Stuff, about $6.50 a canWax paper, on handGlue gun, on handSerrated bread knife, on hand
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