Craft and decorate your home for Memorial Day and the 4th of July with this DIY Patriotic Star Wreath Sign. This Land of the Free sign has the perfect message to put American Pride on display on your front door! And the Home of the Brave! I was in a LIVE crafting event over on good ole’ Facebook called Shoestring Sisters Presents: Independence Day, and made this gorgeous Patriotic Star Wreath sign. I mean technically it’s not a wreath at all, but the stars are in the shape of a wreath so ya know….if the shoe fits. (That’s code for “I didn’t know what else to title this one) I used my Cricut ..read more

Exploring the world of leather crafting is an exciting entry into a time-honored craft, but having the right tools to bring your vision to life is essential! Whether you’re a beginner or have already dabbled in this craft, knowing which tools to invest in can save you time, money, and a ton of regrets. Below is a list of must-have leather crafting tools that will massively uplevel all your projects. Cutting Tools One of the leather crafting tool categories is the cutting tools. Let’s explore the essentials of this group. 1. Cutting Mat A self-healing cutting mat is the unsung hero of leather ..read more

Next time you’re thrifting, keep your eye out for a set of wooden salt and pepper shakers so you can make this fun Pepper Grinder Queen Bee DIY to add to your bee themed home decor. This thrift store flip is as cute as can BEE so let’s create some BUZZ around it! Bee themed decor is one of my FAVES! Probably because it goes so well with my OSD (Obsessive Sunflower Disorder). Honeybees, Bumblebees, Queen Bees, gimme allllll the BEEES! I made THE cutest Dollar Tree Foam Dice Bumblebee for my Sunflower and Bee tiered tray and thats where the obsession started, and spun out of control from ther ..read more

Moooooove on over here and take a look at how I made this adorable DIY Wood Cow Decor with just a few affordable supplies. This cutie cow with his chippy background and big messy bow is the perfect addition to your DIY farmhouse crafts and decor. I am really not even a farmhouse fan at all, but to me cute cows are not just a farmhouse thing, they are a cuteness thing! And this cutie can be made from virtually nothing! You could even use cardboard as the base if you don’t have a wood board. With just some paint, cardboard, and fabric (or ribbon), you’ve got what you need to make this adorabl ..read more

Imagine transforming your backyard into a carnival of laughter, with the kids running round and playing all day. Throwing a backyard party full of DIY outdoor games will be the center of unforgettable memories for your kids, grandkiddos, and their friends. All you need is a bit of crafty inspiration to put your creativity to good use. Obstacle Course Get creative and construct a custom obstacle course! Bring your grandkids’ favorite movie or TV show to life, or conjure a world where the kids have to save the medieval castle from the dragon. Decoupage cardboard boxes for a tunnel the kids mus ..read more

Crafting is an art that brings so much joy, but we all know it can quickly spiral into chaos if we’re not careful! There’s no greater buzzkill to a crafting session than spending an hour searching for that one roll of ribbon. Fear not, my crafty friends! Here’s a guide on how to keep your crafting supplies organized in eight simple yet effective ways. 1. Create a Dedicated Crafting Space The first step to a well-organized crafting oasis is to claim your space. It doesn’t have to be a whole room; a nook or a section of a room will do. The key is to have an area dedicated to your crafting, givi ..read more

Take some leftover Dollar Tree wood egg cutouts and turn them into cute and affordable DIY Spring Decor like this “My Peeps” Chick Shelf Sitter. These cutie chickies can be displayed for Easter and right up on through Spring. Tweet Tweet! Those Dollar Tree wood Easter eggs aren’t just for making EGGS! I made a Bumblebee Swag Banner with them over the summer, and of course this cutie Wood Egg Chicks Shelf Sitter too. How cute does it look with that Wood Biscuit Carrot we made in The CRafterparty too!? The looks on these little chicks faces is so innocent and cute, but the best part is how EA ..read more

Welcome, Cricut Crafting Adventurers! Hi, I’m Manda! I am SO excited to be a presenter at the 2024 Cricut Crafting Adventure! On this page you’ll find all the information you need related to my workshop, Etched Mirror Thrift Store Flip for Travel Lovers. I’ve got all the supplies and tools needed with links, info on how to get the free PDF printable “Travel is my Therapy” design, and more. So, let’s explore! This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link I will earn a small commission but it won’t cost you a cent more ..read more

Dollar Tree Calendars are not just for keeping track of the days, they’re for crafting up cute decor for your home! This “Farm Life” Cow Calendar print got a makeover with some sunflowers, and now its a super cute piece of easy and affordable DIY Dollar Tree decor. I am not even a huge Cow fan, but when you pair it with Sunflowers like I did in my Kitchen, that changes everything! This looks just presh on my front door, especially with my Welcome mat. This particular mat is no longer available *sigh*, but I did find a different one that is still super cute. I know what you’re thinking…”But ..read more

The Luck O’ the Irish is with you when you craft up this DIY Dollar Tree Shamrock for St. Patricks Day. This shamrock is made with Digital Deco Designs rice paper and the green will save you from getting pinched this St. Paddy’s Day! If you know me, then you know how much I love Digital Deco Designs rice paper. And this project is no exception! I chose to use “Field O’ Clovers” and it was the perfect print for this. If you are not familiar with Digital Deco Designs you are MISSING out with a capital M! She makes gorgeous rice paper printables that you can either download and print at home ..read more