Today's thrift store makeover / upcycle challenge is a little different. It's not a jewelry cabinet and there's no paint involved. I took one of the many old, worn-out books that I've found at thrift stores and made a gratitude book. I can't believe I made this EIGHT years ago and never shared it! This post contains affiliate links.  You won't pay any more when you use these but I will earn a small commission on any purchases you make after clicking on them and I greatly appreciate it. ... continue reading...
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How to Make a Quick and Easy Halloween Mummy Model
This month Craft Lightning challenged us to create quick Halloween crafts that can be completed in 15 minutes or less. Â I don't do a lot of decorating for Halloween but I have had something in mind for a while now that I wanted to try. Â This gave me the perfect opportunity to create my Halloween mummy model! Â Here's all you need. This post contains affiliate links. Â You won't pay any more when you use these but I will earn a small commission on any purchases you make after clicking on them ... continue reading...
How to Make an Easy Halloween Garland Out of Fabric Scraps
Today I'm going to share another easy project from a few years back... a super simple Halloween garland made from scraps of fabric, lace, ribbon, and more.  Now's the time to go raid your stash! This post contains affiliate links.  You won't pay any more when you use these but I will earn a small commission on any purchases you make after clicking on them and I greatly appreciate it.  Thanks for helping support my little blog!!! {{{ Sign up for our email newsletter and get ALL my future ... continue reading...
Vintage Halloween Decorations: Where to Find the Best Old & New
I don't decorate much for Halloween. Â You won't see our yard decked out like a graveyard or any zombies hiding behind trees. Â But I do have fond memories of my mom sticking paper cutouts on the door. Â That was back in the "good old days" before Halloween was such an event. Â Today I guess they'd be considered vintage Halloween decorations! This post contains affiliate links. Â You won't pay any more when you use these but I will earn a small commission on any purchases you make after clicking ... continue reading...
How to Make a DIY Matchbox Advent Calendar
So I supposed I'm a little spoiled when it comes to being published. Â This matchbox Advent calendar is the first DIY craft project I ever sent to a magazine. Â And it was also the first one ever published! Â Don't be discouraged if you're still trying to get published... I've had a LOT since then that were rejected. Â Just keep trying! NOTE: This was first published WAY back in 2008 so some of the photos are extremely poor quality. I've learned a lot since then. This Advent calendar was made ... continue reading...