Crafts

An easy no sew t-shirt bag, use this tutorial to upcycle a favorite old t-shirt into a one of a kind functional bag.  I have a stack of old t-shirts I’ve …

As you probably know, because I say it all the time, I save all my glass containers.  Sauce, pickles, wine etc. they really do come in handy for all kinds …

Summer is coming and my kids are beyond excited for vacation.  I thought I would put together a little pineapple gift box with a few of my daughter’s favorite things …

This week I made a simple floral project using a very popular technique, but I created it with items from the Dollar Store!  This Dollar Store string art is on …

A handmade gift comes from the heart.  We pour our time, money and talent into an item that we know the recipient will love.  This DIY water marbling dish can be that …

My Spring mantle is bright and bold this year, a pink black and white mantle perfect for the season ahead.  I used a few black and white pieces that are staples in …

I come from a family of gardeners.  I have Parents, Grandparents and siblings with beautiful lush gardens full of flowers and food. I admire their hard work and dedication to …

My 2 little girls are in school, Kindergarten and Preschool.  Our schedules are full and although it’s hectic, we are loving this school year.  Each girl has a different schedule …

About a year ago I bought a few simple supplies and decided to try my hand at metal stamping. Take a look at what I learned and how easy it …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SnappleRollback #Walmart I am a crafter, a passionate crafter at that.  I started …

I am a crafter, I always have been.  I get a thrill out of making something pretty with my own 2 hands.  I am most comfortable with and excited about …

I am lucky enough to have a craft room.  I converted my dining room, not long after we moved, into a space that I could call my own.  Having a …

I am a coffee lover.  I’m especially partial to a fresh brewed cup first thing in the morning.  I can function without coffee, but I would rather not.  Getting the …

New Year’s Eve sure does change once you have kids.  Those night of staying out, or even up, past midnight to ring in the New Year just don’t seem as …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.  #ShareTheHoliday #CollectiveBias One of my favorite things about Christmas is gifts, specifically wrapping gifts …

Learn 2 ways to etch glass with and without a Cricut. It’s back to school season, the season when not only does school start again, but activities, sports, and homework …

Fall is officially here.  My house and porch have been decorated for a while, but the air is finally cooling down making it actually feel like fall.  A little less …

Get all the details on how to build stain and paint a wood sign below. Like many of you, I love the look of a worn wood sign.  My home …

Big news today, I’m finally sharing the details on something fun and exciting that has been in the works for months.  I love sharing simple inspiring projects here at Creative …

I have the back to school itch.  Little Lady is starting full day Kindergarten this year and her supply list has grown quite a bit.  We went back to school …

Summer is in full swing.  If your kids are anything like mine they have been running and playing their little hearts out for weeks now.  It’s about this time, mid …

Summer decorations are sparse around my home, especially inside.  I try to spend my days outside with my kids, family and neighbors enjoying the weather.  My porch, deck and yard …

On warm days I love spending time outside with a cold drink.  Even more than days, I love pleasant evenings on my deck with a cold drink.  A big glass …

Homemade tinted lip balm is so easy to make! It’s versatile, makes a cute gift, and can be made in any color or flavor you wish.   With summer upon …

Create Dr. Seuss themed gift card holders. One of my all time favorite books is Oh the Places You Will Go! by Dr. Seuss.  I loved it as a child, …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RefreshWithPhilips #CollectiveBias What are your mornings like?  Do you have a routine that you …

A personalized gift is something just about every parent can appreciate.  Something sweet and handmade, crafted by a child or spouse, that oozes love and personality.  Sappy I know, but …

Despite the snow on the ground, Spring will be here soon.  One of my favorite things about Spring is seeing tiny green sprouts coming up in my yard, and early …

Have you ever used one of those party poppers that make a loud crack when you pull them apart?  The kind that spray confetti and glitter everywhere?  I loved those …

Yesterday I was at the gym stretching near a large window looking out over a field.  It was covered in snow and very pretty. I noticed a lady out of …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.  #GiveExtraGetExtra #Target #CollectiveBias How are your mornings?  Specifically, how are you at getting out …

Do you craft with your kids?  It’s a messy and sometimes hectic experience, but I love getting crafty with my girls.  Little Lady and I had some time alone this week …

Valentine’s Day is all about the gifts for me.  I love filling this holiday with lots of sweet treats and even sweeter notes to those I love and care about. …

My mind has shifted from all Christmas all the time, to a simpler holiday and one that makes me smile. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, most of my …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PackInMoreMemories #CollectiveBias   I’m always looking for new and creative ideas for stocking stuffers. …

This post is brought to you by Core’dinations Glitter Prints and Blueprint Social. The opinions are my 100% own. #InkjetGlitter Place cards can make any event feel fancy and formal, they can …

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What’s a crafty girl to do when the wine is gone? Make something pretty with the bottle of course, and get more wine. It’s well known that I save just …

Hello crafty friends, I have a fun project for you today, a painted tote bag for Grandma! This would make a fun gift, or a really cute way to announce …

It’s apple season.  I just love apples, their beautiful colors, delicious flavors and the amazing smells that come from the kitchen when I bake with them.  I am looking forward …

I love the industrial look, pieces created with weathered wood and iron pipe.  I have seen tables, shelves and entertainment centers made of plumbing pipe and wood and just love …

Fall is so close I can smell it.  I can also see the apple orchards around my house, so close to being ready for picking.  It’s still warm, and school …

Hello Creative Ramblers!!! I’m happy to be back with you this month! So my kiddos went back to school during the last week of July. Wanna know what crazy thing …

Dress up water for any party with this quick and easy tutorial, how to make water bottle labels.   Hey Creative readers! It’s Sydney from Tastefully Frugal here to share with you …

Product in this post was provided to me, the project and opinions are all my own.   I love perusing home tours and magazines with beautiful spreads featuring coastal homes. …

I’m a big coffee drinker, not only for the morning pick me up, but the flavor and peacefulness of drinking a warm cup in my PJ’s each morning.  I prefer …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TwizzlersSummer #CollectiveBias Are you headed anywhere exciting this summer?  Family road trips can …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SendSmiles #CollectiveBias I am a fan of an old fashion hand written note, …

Little Lady is getting into dolls big time.  My parents saved quite a bit of my Barbie collection from years ago and she is just in love with it!  We …

Hey Creative Ramblers! It’s Tracy here from At Home with Sweet T to bring you another DIY. How did you like the DIY Produce stand I shared here last month? …

The end of the school year is fast approaching.  Little Lady is finishing her second year of Preschool with the same 2 amazing teachers.  She will be leaving this little …

Wedding season is coming.  Not only do I have the pleasure of attending 3 weddings this summer, but my husband and I are celebrating our 10 year anniversary.  I actually …

Create an indoor planter with these succulent display ideas. I have been a fan of succulents for a while, I have seen so many beautiful collections of these pretty little …

Spring is here!  It may not feel like it but the calendar tells me it’s Spring, and somewhere there are tulips poking through the ground.  Since my yard is still …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #McCafeMyWay #CollectiveBias Do you celebrate Me Time?  I hope you get a little …

I am a sucker for the Target Dollar Spot.  I can’t walk into that store without a quick swing through that alluring section.  I don’t always buy something, but sometimes …

Spring is in the air and Easter is just around the corner.  This is such a happy time of year.  I have been outside with the kids for the past …

I kind of have a thing for making pillows, easy fun no-sew throw pillows.  This week I made one that I have been wanting to create for months, a felt …

We are lucky enough to have a playroom in our home, a place to keep all the toys and games that come with children.  When we first moved into this …

Baby Girl is 1, it happened last week but it hasn’t fully sunk in yet.  This weekend we are officially celebrating with a big party.  I chose a zoo animal theme, …

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner.  I like to add a bit of green and maybe some gold to my home in March.  I created this cute little jar …

Little Lady and I like to decorate and update her room every so often.  It’s a purple girly room with a Princess Canopy, Upholstered Headboard, Fabric Art, and lots of …

Last week I shared my guest room update with you.  It was a bland blank space that needed some livening up.  I chose to use white bedding and curtains and …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RedVelvetLove #CollectiveBias Valentine’s day is a time to share sweet notes, treats, dinners, …

It’s cold and flu season.  I hope your household has been spared, here we have been sick off and on for weeks.  One of my favorite ways to relax (or …

I have a thing for cute jars.  Mason jars, small vases, sauce jars you name it I probably have it in my collection.  For the last couple of years I …

January is coming to an end, February is just around the corner which will bring us Valentine’s Day {and Baby Girl’s 1st birthday!}. Let’s make some paper valentine decorations.  My …

January in my neck of the woods brings snow and cold weather.  When it’s warm enough (i.e. not negative temps as we’ve had lately) my daughter loves to spend hours …

With Christmas decorations put away until next season my living room feels a little bare.  I was able to leave most of my mantle up, it has a winter feel …

Need a fresh and bright wreath to brighten a dreary and cold winter? How about a DIY yarn wreath. I am on track to have my Christmas decorations down before …

I started decorating for Christmas this week.  It’s a little early I know but I have so many cute projects I want to share with you, and I can’t share …

Christmas is coming!  For a crafty DIY-er {that’s me and probably you too} this is an open invitation to craft up a storm! I have found myself creating ornaments this …

I’ve got a non-fall project to share with you today.  I know it’s scandalous!  I love fall but I decided to create something I can use all year. I picked …

A few weeks back I shared my White and Silver Glam Fall Mantle.  It encompasses my Fall Wood Blocks along with metallic pumpkins and white and silver accents.  I used …

It’s October.  The cooler temps are here, the leaves are falling, and homes everywhere are decorated for the season. To ring in the season I’ve got a super simple fall …

I received the following product complimentary, the opinions are 100% my own. You can view my full disclosure policy here. Just about a year ago I created a menu board …

I have a cute lanudry room project to share wtih you today.  I spruced up my bare wall with some wood art using paint and vinyl. I had the opportunity to …

I’ve got a cute easy tutorial for you today; a pretty paper double pinwheel. Last week I aired my first YouTube video tutorial.  If you care to take a peek …

Learn how to update simple wood frames with pretty paper and mod podge. These gray and yellow frames are the perfect addition to my home, you can customize your own …

I’ve got news today folks, Creative Ramblings is now on YouTube!  Hooray!  I am so excited to start sharing crafty tutorials with you. Back before Pinterest (do you remember that, …

Are you a goal setter? I do my best work if I have a goal to work toward.  Early in our marriage, living in a small apartment on one income my …

Happy Independence Day to my American friends. This is one of my favorite times of the year, I am a history buff and (a long time ago) a Political Science …

Our deck is looking good.  We’ve got some bright painted furniture, a relaxing place to sit, all surrounded by lots of plants starting to flower.  We have a little bird …

I’ve been making over my deck, little by little.  I’ve been sprucing it up with paint, color, and flowers. Take a look at my easy plastic chair makeover.  While sitting …

Ah to have little girls.  I have to admit, I love it.  Little Lady is 3 and is such princess-loving girly girl.  Baby Girl is only 3 months but that …

Today I’m sharing one of my favorite spring projects over at Weekend Craft.  I created a paper flower topiary using my Silhouette, head over and see how I did it. …

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This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are 100% my own. View my disclosure for more information.  Being a Mom of two is a far cry from the mom of …

Create a Spring wreath using Silhouette cut flowers. It’s about time for Spring’s arrival, at least in my book.  The calendar says it’s about 2 weeks away and the snow …

A colorful piece of nursery decor, learn how to make this paper circle mobile to match your room. When I found out I was pregnant, this was one of the …

I have a treat for you today!  Becky from My Paper Craze is guest posting with an adorable girly project.  She used a couple of my favorite things (glass etching …

With a 3-year-old in preschool I needed to come up with something special this Valentine’s Day for all her new friends.  I wanted to avoid candy so I took her …

Last week I shared with you an easy, and disposable, cupcake stand.  Today I want to pan out and show you the dessert table I put together for Little Lady’s …

Last weekend was Little Lady’s 3rd birthday party.  It was a girly bunny theme, lots of pink and purple and hopping kids.  For dessert we needed to have a carrot …

This past 6 months my daughter has been really into counting down to big events or important days.  She just turned 3 and using a calendar with stickers, or some …

As a small business owner I’m keenly aware that even the best product can be lost or overlooked if it’s not presented appropriately.  This year I have put a lot …

I have another quick and easy project for your mantle, or any other little nook you decorate for the season.  This year I am going with winter white and silver …

I love a pretty gift, for me wrapping is half the fun of giving.  I love something with a little sparkle and pop, but also love the look of kraft …

Decorating my mantle for Christmas this year was so much fun.  I usually do a red and silver theme with lots of merry touches.  This year I went for something …

 The winner of the Craft Lovers Giveaway is….. Congratulations!  Thank you to everyone who entered. It’s Black Friday and after working retail for too long in my younger years I …