Our family has called a number of states home over the years, and I’m always looking for ways to pay homage to the places we’ve lived. These DIY Watercolor State Coasters are such a great way to pay tribute to a favorite state, whether you’ve called it home or have loved visiting there. For these…
Gift Ideas
DIY Striped Wood Pedestal
I love having pretty ways to display my favorite home decor items, and this DIY striped wood pedestal is one of my favorite recent projects to help me do just that! This project comes together so easily with the help of fabulous new FolkArt Coastal™ paint and just a few basic supplies. This rustic yet elegant wood…
DIY Wood Burned Earrings
I am always on the lookout for easy and fun handmade gift ideas. These DIY wood burned earrings are a cinch to make, and they are so stylish and fun to wear! They truly look like they belong in a trendy boutique, but no one will ever guess they are an easy DIY gift idea…
DIY Photo Magnets + Printable Gift Tags
Summer is a time when I snap an abundance of of photos, many of which are shared online on Facebook and Instagram to share memories with friends and family. Photos like these are such a terrific slice of everyday life, so why not turn these memories into a fun set of DIY photo magnets to enjoy…
Printable Holiday Gift Organizer #MakeAmazing
With so much going on during the holiday season, keeping track of the gifts you’ve purchased for family, friends, coworkers, neighbors, and other special recipients can get downright confusing! Stay on top of your gift list by creating this handy gift organizer that not only allows you to list gift items along with a recipient’s name,…
Cranberry White Chocolate Jar Cookie Mix #MakeAmazing
I absolutely love to make jar cookie mix gifts for those times when an easy, thoughtful gift is in order, and today, I’m teaming up with Scotch to share one of my all-time favorite jar cookie mix recipes. Around here, we have always called these yummy cranberry white chocolate chip cookies Cranberry Hootie Creeks, but…
School Supply Teacher Gift Idea #MakeAmazing
With children heading back to the classroom, surprise a special teacher with a gift he or she is sure to put to good use! This supply gift tote idea is made quickly and easily by upcycling a standard beverage container and then personalizing it with supplies from Scotch. The end result is a fun organizer…
Travel Manicure Kit Sewing Pattern and Tutorial
Looking for a way to easily transport all of your manicure supplies when you are on the go? This travel manicure kit requires just a few scraps of fabric to make, and it is an easy sewing project perfect for experienced and beginning sewers alike. Small enough to tuck into a toiletry bag or purse, but just the…
DIY Instagram Photo Magnets
Turn your favorite Instagram photos into fun magnets to enjoy even when you are away from your phone and computer screen. I’ve shared my Instagram photo magnet how-to over at the Darice blog, Live. Craft. Love., and you are sure to be happy when you see how incredibly it is to make a set of…
Father’s Day Beverage Gift Idea + Free Printable Tags
I’ll admit it: I sometimes find it challenging to find great gifts for the men in my life when it comes to Father’s Day, birthdays, graduations, and other special events. Today, though, I’m sharing a fun gift idea that always seems to be a hit with the guys! It seems every man has a special drink…