A Crafty Mix | Michelle Leslie

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Welcome, fairy lovers! I had so much fun creating this feathered fairy throne in a fantasy bottle after seeing altered bottles in my Pinterest feed. It lights up and once I had everything figured out, it was really easy to make too. #ACraftyMix #AlteredBottle

Feathered Fairy Throne in a Fantasy Bottle – DIY

My uncle had a beautiful ship in a bottle. I would spend hours staring at all...

We all need a little fun and magic in the garden, which is why we made this “Not Mushroom” fairy house planter. And while the mushroom looks like it was cast in concrete, it actually uses a large polystyrene form as a base. Come see how we made this one. #Gardendecor #Acraftymix #fairygarden

Not Mushroom Fairy House Planter

If you’ve been following the blog for a while, you’ll know how much we love turning...

Do you enjoy making planters that serve a dual purpose? We sure do. I've been nurturing a rather large air plant for a while and wanted to make something that would put her center stage and add a little boho magic to our decor. And I think I may have done just that with this leather Tillandsia planter. Get the full tutorial here. #diyairplanter #AcraftyMix #livingwalldecor

Make a Boho-Styled Leather Tillandsia Planter

Do you enjoy making planters that serve a dual purpose? We sure do. I’ve been nurturing...

This tutorial will show you how to make BIG concrete buttons that will add a uniquely rustic touch to your home. Use them to decorate your craft room, laundry or anywhere you want to hang a few of your favorite things. #HomeDecor #ACraftyMix

How to Make Big Concrete Button Hooks – Easy DIY

Every once in a while, my scheming, overactive imagination comes up with a plan that turns...

This simple step by step tutorial will show you how to make an unusual cardboard vase for real flowers and use charcoal ash to add texture. The easy-to-follow craft tutorial can be adapted for any vase style.

Upcycled Cardboard Vase with Charcoal Ash Texture

Every night without fail, when my hubby takes EeeeeDeeeee Riley Pipsquick III for a wee walk he’ll bring...

One of the reasons I love miniatures so much is how they draw the viewer in and encourage deeper scrutiny. Like this DIY pixie den lantern. It’s filled with ancient scrolls, fairy-tale artifacts and a light that casts a magical glow over everything. Make your own with this photo-rich tutorial #FairyGarden #ACraftyMix #CraftTutorial

DIY Pixie Den Lantern and Tips for Working in Tiny Spaces

One of the reasons I love miniatures so much is how they draw the viewer in...

A perfect beginner-friendly home decor project that only takes a few minutes to make! These gorgeous glass bottle lights with gold accents look lovely no matter where you display them. Place them on your mantle or bookshelf or use them as a centerpiece at a special event or bridal shower. #DIYBottleDecor #ACraftyMix #GlassBottleIdeas

20-Minute Glass Bottle Lights With Gold Accents

Sometimes a craft idea comes together in minutes, others take a little longer. These glass bottle...

Looking for a budget-friendly craft idea to welcome Spring? We’ll show you just how easy it is to make this adorable newspaper moss bunny, with ears that bend. She can be made in a morning and the bunny is perfect for Easter or to add a touch of whimsical greenery to your home décor. #MossBunny #ACraftyMix #EasterDecor

DIY an Adorable Newspaper Moss Bunny

One of the things I always have in my craft stash is moss. I love using...

Do you like making a stylish statement while indulging your reading obsession? Then you’re going to love these easy to make linen book covers with metal tags. Not only can you dress up your old or new books up in new attire, but you can customise the tutorial to suit your décor style. #DIYBookCovers #ACraftyMix #StylishBooks

DIY Stylish Linen Book Covers With Metal Tags

Do you want to make a stylish statement while indulging in your reading obsession? Then you’re...

Looking for a budget-friendly craft idea? Then you'll love making this easy polystyrene ball bird with rusty detail. The tutorial will also show you how to mix up a batch of texture paste using common household items. #polystyreneballcraft #ACraftyMix #TexturePaste

DIY Polystyrene Ball Bird and How to Make Texture Paste

Happy New Year guys. May your troubles last as long as my New Year’s resolutions, which...