Craft

A simple notepad is always handy to have around.  Learn how to make an easy DIY notepad using scrap paper and following this simple tutorial. I like to keep a …

Learn how to make yarn using an old t-shirt. These t-shirt bracelets are fun to make and wear, a craft project for all ages. What is t-shirt yarn? T-shirt yarn …

Decorating for Christmas is almost as much fun as celebrating the big day. If you are anything like me and love to DIY your way through the season then you …

Are you ready for the ultimate list of unicorn party ideas?  Good, because I have it for you right here.  Unicorns are all the rage right now and having 2 …

Large wall art that makes a bold statement can be expensive.  It looks amazing but oh that price tag is just too much sometimes.  I’m going to show you how …

Get those craft tools in good working order this year with this simple technique.  I’m going to show you how easy it is to sharpen scissors and punches.  Your projects …

  This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Duck Brand® for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine. Ready to get crafty and dress up plain …

Today I am sharing a simple and fun kids Christmas craft that you can make with your children, students or group of kids.  These easy fingerprint lights are a little …

Do your kids love scratch art?  Mine really enjoy the blank black canvas and the surprise of color underneth, they can create just about anything with scratch art.  I wanted …

When my holiday decor comes down in early January my house feels a little bare.  Don’t get me wrong, I love that clean and organized feeling when the tree is …

Fall is in the air! I welcome the cool weather, changing leaves and delicious flavors.  It’s only August but the cool weather this week has me thinking all things fall. …

A cute bag is the perfect accessory for those weekly trips to the library.  My kids and I have taken that trip at least once a week this summer and …

This rope bowl makes a beautiful accessory or a lovely gift.  It’s easy to make a one of a kind bowl with just a few simple supplies. This post contains …

Today I’m sharing a simple recipe for Kool-aid play dough made by my kids.  My little ones have branched out and are now taking after their Mama sharing how to …

This beautiful set of marbled paper cards makes a great gift, or creative personal stationery.  This technique is easy to do with supplies from the Dollar Store and can be …

Create stunning works of art using just 2 simple supplies.  You will want to try this technique over and over again, it works on tile and glass leaving a unique …

This tutorial for an easy to make tassel banner is something you will want to save and pin for your next party.   This is an easy DIY that costs …

A cute reusable tote is a necessity, I keep them in my car and around my house for just about everything.  Ditch the plastic bags and make a personalized dyed …

Time for another Dollar store craft and this month I am sharing a painted door mat perfect for summer.  Check out this project and more from some of my very …

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 …

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 …

When I became a homeowner I started saving jars, being both crafty and thrifty this just seemed like a natural habit to begin.  I suddenly had cabinets to keep them …

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 …

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 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 …

I have a wreath or decoration of some sort on my front door almost all the time. I love offering a warm greeting when guests come into my home.  This …

Christmas decorations are up and my house is (literally) glowing.  I love sitting in a quiet house at night this time of year.  My crafts, full of lights and glitter, …

The holiday season can be messy. In my house we bake, craft, decorate and play all month long and I find myself cleaning ingredients, glitter and so much more from …

Get ready to throw a toddler Christmas party that little kids will love. It’s the holiday season and Christmas parties are happening left and right.  School age kids have classroom …

Some of the products in this post were sent to me in exchange for a review.  All opinions are mine alone. We’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year for 20+ family …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser, MARS. All opinions are mine alone. #BOOItForward #CollectiveBias Halloween is a major event in my neighborhood.  Not only …

Fall and apples go hand in hand.  I have many fond memories of picking, eating and baking with apples each fall as a child.  I am enjoying making similar memories …

Labor Day is behind us and my home is decorated for Fall.  Even though it will be well over 90 degrees today, I’m still enjoying the scent of apples and …

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 …

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, …

If you are a Silhouette user then you know there is a seemingly unending list of creative things this machine can do.  I have had mine for three years and …

I have a slight obsession with glass jars. I save jars from food, candles and anything else I can get my hands on.  I pick them up at rummage sales …

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 …

When Spring rolls around I find myself adding lots of color to my home.  I seem to gravitate toward neutrals in the winter months, and just as much as I …

My children ask to paint just about every day.  And who can blame them, painting is a blast.  It’s messy and creative and something they don’t get to do very …

Last year I shared a fun technique for creating decorative string Easter eggs. I love how these look displayed in a basket for the holiday.   This year I decided …

Matchboxes are so cute, I love the old style paper board boxes especially when the matches are gone and you can fill them with little treasures.  I haven’t had a …

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 …

Easter feels early this year, I think I always feel that way when we celebrate in March.  We’re just about a month away which means I can begin to craft …

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 …

I love crafting for Valentine’s Day.  Most of my crafts revolve around my kids, with a few pretty grown up decor pieces thrown in here and there.  My oldest is …

My girls are 2 and 5 and really enjoy those squeeze pouches full of delicious fruit and veggies. I only buy pouches that have veggies in them and love that …

My home is decorated for Christmas. It’s cozy and minimal this year, a few touches of burlap and lots of sparkle.  Still I can’t help but keep crafting because, well, …

Looking for a new way to dress up that mirror on your mantle?  Look no further, I have a simple technique that will transform your basic mirror into a holiday …

Looking for the perfect gift for a young child that she’ll not only love but use over and over again?  I’ve got a list for you.  Every child has an …

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 …

Do you have a hard to shop for man on your gift list? I’m sharing a couple of ideas this week that will help you put together the perfect gift …

Check out this list of craft gift ideas for girls who love to craft. I love to craft, obviously, but I’ve always loved to draw and paint ever since I …

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Tips to help you small business stand out, originally posted in 2015 Check out these 10 items you can make and sell on Etsy. You have a small creative business, …

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 …

Friends, it’s cold today which means Halloween and {winter} are just around the corner.  I am all for a brisk autumn day, but we are on the brink of freezing …

In preparation for Halloween, let’s make some candy corn decor. It’s a week of Halloween goodies.  Yesterday I shared a Halloween party perfect for little ones.  Not too spooky and …

All this cool weather means fall is officially here, and we are just about a month away from Halloween!  I like to create a few not so spooky decorations for Halloween, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Create a fun, safe and inexpensive toy with just a few home improvement store supplies.  A Marshmallow Shooter! Hey Creative Ramblings readers! It’s Sydney from Tastefully Frugal back with you again …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Welcome to the last installment of our Spring Craft Blog Hop.  I am so glad you are here.  I am sharing a video round-up of some of my favorite DIY …

This colorful St. Patrick’s day craft for kids is a fun project to try with young children. Crafting with Little Lady is one of my favorite things to do.  She …

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 …

Good morning friends.  I am sharing a quick and easy Valentine treat with you today, I’ve even got a printable tag you can use to make your job that much …

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 …

Use your crafty skills to makes these Silhouette cameo clothes for yourself, friends and kids. The Silhouette cameo is an amazing cutting machine and it’s my go to craft tool! …

Hello friends. Not only do I have a fun Christmas Silhouette project for you today, but my Silhouette Challenge buddies and I have teamed up to bring you an AMAZING …

Happy December and welcome to winter my friends.  It’s cold here, which means lots of time spent inside with 2 little ones.  Little Lady is in school 3 days a …

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 …

A magnetic advent calendar to help you countdown to Christmas. December is just around the corner and with that brings Advent and a countdown to Christmas.  Last year I created Little …

Little Lady and I are crafting buddies. She is a 3 year old budding crafter and blogger. She loves to help with every project and post I create, you’ll see …

Fall is all about crisp air, beautiful colors, and savory food.  I love every moment of it.  By the time Thanksgiving rolls around at the end of November winter is …

A couple of weeks ago I shared these adorable {and easy} fall jars over at Unoriginal Mom.  They are one of my favorite fall crafts of the year.  They sit …

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 …

The school year is approaching.  Little Lady is starting her second year of Preschool  She did a little program last year for 2-3 year olds and absolutely loved it.  This …

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, …

Hello new friends! My name is Daniela, and I blog over at Put A Bird On It. I’m really happy to be blog swapping with Sarah today. You definitely need …

There are so many special items and memories from a baby’s first year.  So many milestones I want to remember.  The problem that usually arises is the lack of time …

I love to celebrate holidays with my daughter and use the time leading up to them to teach her about these special days. Today we’re talking about St. Patrick’s day …

Good Monday morning (well afternoon now) friends.  I was busy busy this weekend, the creative juices were flowing!  I decided to work on something new for my daughter’s room.  She’s …

Today I’m creating cute little Valentine’s Day goody packages for mine and my daughter’s friends.  This little purse can be used as a favor for any type of party, including …