If you’re a book-lover, there may be some book that you’d like to display. Or you like to cook and need something to keep your cookbooks open. Or, like me, you want to display some of your souvenir programs from various musicals. Or any other of a hundred reasons you might want a book stand….
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How catchy is that title? Well, it doesn’t just sound good, it is also extremely useful. It is summertime and for me, that means festivals. Whether it’s German Fest or Bastille Days, there is always something going on. On where there are festivals, there are free things. But one of the (maybe only?) annoying things…
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Low on space in your laundry area? Not enough room for a conveniently-placed trash can? You can easily improvise one with this simple hack. This works well if you have side-by-side units, but can also be adjusted for units that are stacked. Supplies: Plastic bag Two magnets (I just used freebie ones I…
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Traveling is always a hassle no matter what fun place you are going to. I just recently took a trip to New York City and packing was a real pain. However, I was able to make my own travel containers to use for toiletries which left one less thing to worry about. These containers fit…
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Do you love wine enough to know that a cool glass of wine is a wonderful addition to a sunny day, but not quite fancy enough to own a wine bucket? Have no fear! Here’s an easy tip to keep you (and your wine) cool this summer. All you have to do is…
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I am a huge fan of photo booths, but renting a real photo booth is expensive and frankly you can still have fun having one D.I.Y. style. All you need is a backdrop, a cellphone, and props. What props? I’m glad you asked. This is a super easy way to make photo booth props and…
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The reason I have been M.I.A. for a while is because I just recently got married and have been crazy busy party planning. But have no fear, that whole time I was crafting as well. So now that most of the parties are over, I have some exclusive party crafts for you. Instead of…
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This is a very fun and easy way to beautify scrap paper and what-have-you. It can be a bit messy so I suggest having lots of newspaper at hand or doing it outside. But it is a great craft for kids and adults alike. Supplies: Finger paint (or other paint/food coloring) Bowls/containers (one for each…
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Melted crayon art is really fun, but it takes some getting used to. If you have a project in mind that you would like to do, I suggest that you practice on a scrap piece of cardboard first. But just because it is practice, doesn’t mean you can’t turn it into a fun craft. This…
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For a more detailed tutorial you can check out the Melted Crayon Picture Frame tutorial. I also suggest practicing on a scrap piece of cardboard first before you attempt your final piece. Check out this tutorial for some inspiration for how to turn your practice piece into a fun conversation piece. Supplies: Crayons Hot glue…
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