A Crafty Mix | Unique DIY and Craft Tutorials

Add a little fun and mystery to your Halloween decor with this easy-to-make magical floating tin can filled with ghost breath. You don't need any special tools and it takes less than an hour to make too. #HalloweenDecor #HalloweenCrafts #ACraftyMix #FloatingTinCan

Magical Floating Tin Can and Free Printable

We enjoy celebrating Halloween but tend to keep our spooky décor low-key. I would love to...

This photo-rich tutorial will show you how just how easy it is to repurpose an empty CD case and turn it in a CD spindle water feature bringing a calming, zen-like decorative feel to any space. #Spindlerepurpose #ACraftyMix #waterfeature

How to Make a CD Spindle Water Feature

I bet you’ve never thought of repurposing an empty CD spindle into a water feature. Neither...

Looking for a creative way to repurpose a tin can? The you'll love this steampunk tin can planter. We call him Dr Edinose and he's sure to add a little whimsy to your outdoor decor. #steampunkplanter #ACraftyMix #TinCanRecycle

Dr Edinose – A DIY Tin Can Steampunk Planter

I have this thing for turning throw-away stuff into unique planters. It just makes me happy....

If you love creating custom wall art as much as we do, you’re going to enjoy making this easy DIY Yagisuki shutter frame. Use it one it’s own to make a statement or add two junk birds to up the ante. The photo-rich tutorial includes instructions to make both the shutter frame and those cute birds. #shousugiban #shutterframe #ACraftyMix #walldecor

DIY Yakisugi Shutter Frame and Junk Birds

We’re big fans of turning junk into custom wall art. From forks to seed pods and...

If you're looking for a special way to remember a special cat that's crossed over the rainbow bridge, this tutorial will show you how to make a budget-friendly wire kitty art memorial. The tutorial includes a free template to work from #WireArt #ACraftyMix #MemoryArt #CatCrafts

How to Make a Wire Kitty Art Memorial

When it comes to our purr babies, this year has been truly horrible. We lost our...

Do you have a gorgeous chunk of wood that’s developed a HUGE crack? Don't toss it out until you've seen how easy it is to turn a cracked wooden stump into a décor worthy feature. #HomeDecor #ACraftyMix #CrackedWood

Turn a Cracked Wooden Stump into a Feature

Do you have a gorgeous chunk of wood that’s developed this huge crack? It may have...

Our dogs shed a lot but instead of cursing them, I decided to make a spun pet hair heart using all the fur that our babies discard so lovingly all over our home. This tutorial will show you how you can turn your fur baby's shed hair into a precious keepsake and includes a video tutorial that will show you how to comb and spin pet hair. #PetCrafts #ACraftyMix #PetKeepsake

Spun Pet Hair Heart – A Precious Keepsake

Please don’t think I’m weird, but this bit of craftiness we’re sharing this week involves spinning...

This photo-rich tutorial will show you how you can make your own fairy playground using what you have in your craft cupboard. No fancy tools needed and everything can be made in a morning #FairyGarden, #ACraftyMix, #Playground

Make Your Own Fairy Playground – a Photo Tutorial

For the longest time, I’ve been meaning to turn an old, rickety chair into a fairy...

Make a statement in the garden with this DIY Oversized Teacup and Saucer Planter. You can also use it as a prop at your next Alice in Wonderland tea party. #TeacupPlanter #GiantTeaCup #ACraftyMix #DIYPlanter

Oversized Teacup and Saucer Planter – DIY

Whenever my hubby does something a little over the top, he always defends himself by saying...

I love this fresh twist on the traditional herb garden. The framed bouquet of fresh herbs can be propped on the counter or hang it up if you prefer to keep your counters clutter free. #IndoorHerbs #IndoorGarden #FramedGarden #ACraftyMix #DistressedWall #DistressedFrame #GardenInspiration#FreshHerbs

Framed Bouquet of Fresh Herbs – DIY Kitchen Décor

I don’t know about you but for some reason, I always seem to be tossing out...