Are you looking for some unique gift ideas for a rug hooker? This gift guide for rug hookers will make your shopping a lot easier! Here you will find gift ideas for both beginner rug hookers and hooking pros. Need a stocking stuffer or last minute gift idea? We have some ideas for that too! […]
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DIY Cornstalk Wreath
Find out how to make this DIY cornstalk wreath with just a few supplies. A cornstalk wreath is perfect for fall and Thanksgiving – adding a fun rustic look to your outdoor decorating. Create this DIY fall wreath in an afternoon with these supplies. Cornstalk Wreath Supplies: If you don’t have a garden with cornstalks, […]
Gift Ideas for Punch Needle Crafters
Are you looking for fun and unique gift ideas for a punch needle crafter? This gift guide for punch needle crafters will give you some inspiration! Whether your loved one is a punch needle embroidery novice or an old pro, you will be sure to find a gift idea to fit your budget. Gift Ideas […]
DIY Rustic Pumpkins
I am excited to show you how to DIY these rustic pumpkins. They are made from Dollar Tree foam pumpkins! My goal was to recreate the look of antique paper mache jack-o-lanterns without the huge price tag that often comes with true antiques! These primitive jack-o-lanterns are easy to make and just take a few […]
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Crafty Kids – 2023
When my kids were younger – even into their teen years, they loved to do arts & crafts – even now they each still have a creative side. Now, my two young nieces love to sew and create their own unique projects. It is fun choosing projects and supplies to help them be creative – […]
Stay Motivated to Finish Projects
Sometimes I have a hard time staying motivated to finish hand sewing projects. Whether punch needle, rug hooking, embroidery, cross stitch, or some other type of hand sewing, I tend to get distracted when I sit down to work. I am a bit like the mouse in the children’s book, If You Give a Mouse […]
Transfer an Antique Picture to a Canvas
I snagged a small canvas at the Dollar Tree and decided to transfer an antique picture to the canvas. I wanted to create the look of a primitive oil on canvas WITHOUT the price tag that often comes with the true antiques. This transfer method is easy to complete and you will loving adding the […]
How to Paint a Distressed Look – the EASY way!
I used to use A LOT of paint when I was trying to paint a distressed look on things. First, I painted on a SOLID base color, then I painted a SOLID top coat. This resulted in TONS of sanding to get a distressed, primitive look on my projects. Then, one day, I happened to […]
