Over the past 18 months we've shared many of our hand-painted large seashell and clam shell designs with the readers of this blog. They have been some of our most popular posts here and over on Pinterest. We're glad that our readers are liking them because they're really easy-to-make and don't cost … [Read more...] about Hand-Painted Pet Paw Print Seashells
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Kid’s Crafts: Painted River Rock Garden Markers
Every year we plant a backyard garden and I'm always looking for ways to label and mark my plants. We typically start our seedlings in late March and try to plant them about 6-7 weeks later. While out on a nature walk a few weeks ago we collected some smooth river rocks that we found down by the … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts: Painted River Rock Garden Markers
Learn to Make Your Own Books with The Art & Craft of Handmade Books
Of all the crafts I’ve undertaken over the years, one I have always admired but never tried is making books by hand. Anything more than a simple accordion seemed beyond my capabilities, but I’ve found inspiration in The Art & Craft of Handmade Books by Shereen LaPlantz (Dover Publications). Now … [Read more...] about Learn to Make Your Own Books with The Art & Craft of Handmade Books
The Star Wars Collectible Felt Characters Craft Kit
If you’ve been following this blog for the past few years, you’ll already know that I love to craft! I enjoy all kinds of different crafting mediums and really enjoy scrapbooking, cardmaking, crochet, cross-stitch and felting. While I do many different mediums, those tend to be some of my … [Read more...] about The Star Wars Collectible Felt Characters Craft Kit
Kid’s Crafts: Paper Plate Circus Clown and Popcorn Box
Have you seen all of those fun paper plate preschool craft projects over on Pinterest? Well, we have one for you today too! We made these adorable Circus Clowns and Popcorn Boxes to teach a group of 2 to 5 year old's about the Circus which is coming to town later next month. Preschool Crafts: Paper … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts: Paper Plate Circus Clown and Popcorn Box
Craft Project: Hand Painted Golf Design Seashells
Do you or someone that you know enjoy the game of golf? Looking to make a unique gift that even the kids can do? Got leftover seashells from summer vacation? If you answered YES to those questions, I've got the perfect craft project for you!!! Love this hand painted seashell design? You'll find a … [Read more...] about Craft Project: Hand Painted Golf Design Seashells
7 of the BEST Adult Coloring Books
Four years ago I jumped on the adult coloring bandwagon as a way to relax and as a way to explore my creativity. I enjoy sitting down and coloring, then once my page has been completed, I often turn it into artwork for my home or use the page in various paper crafting projects. Here are Shelly's … [Read more...] about 7 of the BEST Adult Coloring Books
Kid’s Craft Project: Safari Animal Wreath
Last summer my 9 year old granddaughter attended a few of the kid's craft classes at A. C. Moore's, a craft supply store in our area. At one of the classes the kids made these adorable Safari Animal Wreath's and we just loved them. Matter of fact, we went back to the store a week later and bought … [Read more...] about Kid’s Craft Project: Safari Animal Wreath