Kid’s Creative Drawing Challenge
What better way to spend a few hours together than by creating a new species! Kids of all ages can put their drawing and creative skills to the test in creating a new flower. This project would make a...
View ArticleNo Bake Clay Recipe
There are so very many free clay recipes floating around on the web. It seems like most kids craft websites are simply posting the clay dough recipes without trying the clay first. Hopefully, we'll be...
View ArticleRecycled Note Board Tutorial
Inspired by our latest appliance purchase, the recycled, decorative message board will add a splash of color to your wall and provide a great place to display photos, artwork, notes and reminders.
View ArticleWoven Basket Tutorial
This project is very easy to make but does require patience and quite a bit of time. Attention to detail will make a prettier basket but this project could be made by children you would trust with a...
View ArticleCrystal Bead Embellishment Basics
Learn about using crystal beads and flat back crystal embellishments to adorn your favorite clothes, gadgets and even shoes from our friends at Beads and Crystals.
View ArticleChristmas Poinsettia Ornament
Using a few quilling techniques, some construction paper and a trio of pencils you can create this poinsettia Christmas ornament.
View ArticleWrapping Paper Storage Solution
Tubes of wrapping paper are bulky, fragile and take up a lot of space but not if you use this cheap wrapping paper storage idea from TheCraftyTipster.com. For our family it was one of those Eureka...
View ArticleColoring Glass with Mod Podge Experiment
Join me as I experiment with Mod Podge and food coloring to color glass in bold and vibrant colors and discover a fun way to use the leftover glaze. No pale pastels here and it even works on etched or...
View ArticleGlass Block Project – Color!
A sample DecoBloc Glass Block for Crafting & a Pinterest find lead to a great and colorful glass block project that only requires Mod Podge and food coloring. It came out so cool that I might not...
View ArticleZendoodling
Have you tried Zendoodling or Tangles yet? It has become one of the hottest trends in the arts and crafts world. Best of all, you don't need any special tools or training to give it a go. And, thanks...
View ArticleMake Your Own Silhouettes & Cameos
With a few simple photo editing tricks and some careful scissor work, you too can make your own silhouette or cameo style pieces.
View ArticleSnowflake Ballerinas
A slightly new take on an already great idea - snowflake ballerinas. Add a bit of glitter and these girls really shine. The post Snowflake Ballerinas appeared first on The Crafty Tipster.
View ArticleAdult Coloring Books
The Paisley Design Coloring Book was a Christmas present that I have really been enjoying. Coloring has proven both fun and soothing. Can't wait to do more. The post Adult Coloring Books appeared first...
View ArticleCrayola Colored Pencils
Before you buy Crayola Colored Pencils, I thought I would share my impressions about them and Crayola’s impressive customer service. I admit that it has been quite a while since my interaction with...
View ArticleScrap Yarn Ornaments
The great yarn art debacle of 2016. A simple-looking craft that's clearly harder than it looks. My guide to wasting time with yarn and frustrating your Mom. The post Scrap Yarn Ornaments appeared first...
View ArticleBleach Pen Crafts
Create a mehndi look on clothing or adorn a pair of jeans with these bleach pen crafts. One expert also shares how to neutralize the bleach too. The post Bleach Pen Crafts appeared first on The Crafty...
View ArticlePaper Mache Hearts – Part 1
My first foray into paper mache since childhood - paper mache hearts for Valentine's Day. A great family craft although it can be a bit messy. The post Paper Mache Hearts – Part 1 appeared first on The...
View ArticlePaper Mache Hearts – Part 2
A conversation about making paper mache hearts. Personal recommendations, lessons learned and why I would go a different route next time. The post Paper Mache Hearts – Part 2 appeared first on The...
View ArticleMardi Gras Beads Crafts
Wondering what to do with leftover Mardi Gras Beads? Crafts of course! Everything from stunning mosaics by professional bead artists to family DIY projects. The post Mardi Gras Beads Crafts appeared...
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