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Add a not-so-creepy touch to your All Hallows' Eve Gathering with these easy-to-make Halloween place card holders. They only take a few minutes to put together and will make both your wallet and your dinner guests smile. #ACraftyMix #HalloweenDecor

10 Minute Skull and Crossbones Place Card Holders

The spooky season is almost here. Have you started planning your table décor yet? If not,...
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This how-to guide will show you how to make a gorgeous crescent moon wreath from scratch. It includes a step-by-step video tutorial to make fantasy-inspired curly top mushrooms. #ACraftyMix #FantasyWreath

Fantasy Curly Top Mushrooms and Crescent Moon Wreath

The moon has always held a deep fascination for me. I guess that makes me either...
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Looking for a unique budget-friendly DIY idea this spooky season? This chic and creepy Halloween seed skull only takes a few minutes to put together. Perfect for home decor or on a charcuterie board #ACraftyMix #Halloween

Crazy Halloween Seed Skull DIY Décor

As we approach the spooky season, I’ve got a quick and easy craft idea to share...
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Handmade Raffia Collar Necklace Home Décor or Wall Hanging using cardboard and beads. Quick, easy, budget-friendly, and fun to put together, it will add a touch of tribal boho to any space. Get the free step-by-step tutorial at A Crafty Mix. #BohoDecorDIY #ACraftyMix

Upcycled Raffia Collar Necklace Home Decor

Did you know that some of the oldest jewelry ever discovered was found right here in...
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No matter your décor style, this easy to make concrete arch candle holder will light up the dinner table and look stunning on a window sill or bookshelf! No special tools or molds required and you can customize them to suit your unique look and vibe. #ACraftyMix

How to Make a Concrete Arch Candleholder

I’m a big fan of unusual décor items. And if it’s something that’s unique and homemade...
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Making a teeny, tiny garden always puts things into perspective for me, and this miniature seashell garden is probably one of the smallest we’ve made so far. Come see how we did it while we share tips on what plants you to use and how to prepare your seashell. #ACraftyMix

Making a Miniature Seashell Garden

A few years back I found a big basket full of seashells at a local thrift...
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Don’t throw away that broken plate until you see how easy it is to turn into this beginner-friendly arum lily mosaic. The free, step-by-step tutorial includes a template and loads of tips to get you started. #ACraftyMix

DIY Broken China Plate Arum Lily Mosaic

Ugh, I dropped one of our China plates the other day. And it was one of...
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Wooden doggie stairs are perfect for helping fur babies get onto the couch or bed for cuddles. Whether you make your own or buy them online, this tutorial will show you how to transform them quickly and easily into something that both stylish and functional. #ACraftyMix

How to Transform Wooden Doggie Stairs

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Turn any random glass or jar into a stylish propagation station with these quick and easy to make cutting propagation discs. They make great gifts and can be customized to suit your décor. #propagationstation #handmade #ACraftyMix

Quick and Easy Cutting Propagation Discs

If you like the idea of propagating some of your favorite plants using cuttings, then you’re...
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This easy-to-follow tutorial will show you how to make a large wire flower. It’s simple, dramatic and will add hint of boho glam to your home décor. #WireArt #ACraftyMix #HomeDecor

How to Make a Large Wire Flower

Many, many moons ago someone really special gave me an exquisite hand-crafted silver flower brooch similar...
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