One of my favorite insects must be a dragonfly. Their delicate, paper-thin wings and agile, dart-like bodies fascinate me. Did you know; those little guys can fly up to 30 mph, and they’ve been around for 300 million years? No wonder they symbolize adaptability and self-realization. I love adding them to our décor.  Not the live... Read More The post Large Wooden Bead Dragonfly DIY appeared first on A Crafty Mix ..read more

Over the years, we’ve collected so many unusual knick-knacks. Some we bought, while others have been hand-crafted with love. They all bring back special memories, and I needed a way to organise them and show them off. And what better way to do that than this custom-made, Flintstone-inspired concrete shelf?   It’s a little bit... Read More The post DIY a Unique Flintstone-Inspired Concrete Shelf appeared first on A Crafty Mix ..read more

Are you looking for a unique way to spruce up your garden? This Leprechaun-approved mossy boot planter is the perfect solution! It’s easy to make, and with a few simple materials, you can create a beautiful and natural-looking planter that will add character and rustic charm to your outdoor space. Formed out of moss and... Read More The post How to Make a Mossy Boot Planter appeared first on A Crafty Mix ..read more

For some people, mushrooms are simply another ingredient in a tasty dish. For others, mushrooms represent a connection to nature and the divine, acting as a bridge between the physical world and the spiritual realm. To me, they’re both yummy and other-worldly. Plus, I love incorporating them into our fairy crafts and garden décor. You... Read More The post Enchanting Clay Mushrooms That Light-Up appeared first on A Crafty Mix ..read more

Are you looking for a way to bring the magic of a fairy forest into your home? A little place where you can escape the mundane world and get lost in enchantment. Well then, this tutorial is perfect for you. I’ll show you how to create your very own fairy forest using an inexpensive reverse... Read More The post Reverse Canvas Magical Fairy Forest Tutorial appeared first on A Crafty Mix ..read more

When my son was knee-high to a grasshopper, he was dinosaur crazy. At the age of three, he dreamed of being a palaeontologist, and words like Pachycephalosaurus and Compsognathus rolled off his tongue easier than Mommy or Daddy. He’s all grown up and doing his honors in psychology but still loves those prehistoric creatures. He... Read More The post Dinosaur Décor for Grown-ups – DIY appeared first on A Crafty Mix ..read more

I don’t know about you, but I’m all for adding playful décor items to our home. It makes my heart happy, and our friends love it too. They always chuckle when the moss creatures greet them at the front door, and our fantasy bottle light has become quite the talking point. That got me thinking... Read More The post Wonderful, Whimsical Wire Sheep Gift Idea appeared first on A Crafty Mix ..read more

Clear the clutter and power up your devices with this repurposed vintage phone charging station. It's unique, practical, and easy to make. The post DIY Vintage Phone Charging Station appeared first on A Crafty Mix ..read more

Every year around this time, we start planning a cat-friendly Christmas tree. Our purr babies are notorious when it comes to the real thing. If they see a hint of tinsel, or shiny, dangling bauble, all hell breaks loose. But that’s okay, coz it means we get to share alternative tree ideas that are both... Read More The post Making a Cone Fairy Christmas Tree appeared first on A Crafty Mix ..read more

If you’ve been following the blog for a while, you probably know how much we love our plants and finding unique ways to incorporate them into our décor, both inside and outside. There’s just one problem. We have purr babies that like attacking Christmas trees and seeing how far they can smack small potted plants... Read More The post Tabletop Greenhouse with Faux-Etched Glass appeared first on A Crafty Mix ..read more