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Category Archives: Craft Tutorials

Need some crafty inspiration? Browse our collection of unique, homemade craft tutorials that help you turn your house into a home filled with love and creativity

Top Tips for Using a Scorch Pen Marker

When I shared some beginner-friendly tips for using wood-burning paste a few weeks back, I mentioned...

Add a dash of creativity to your art studio or craft room with this eco-friendly burlap paintbrush holder. A quick and easy craft project that’s both functional and simple to customize. If paintbrushes aren’t your thing, you can use your creation as a vase, planter, or unique utensil holder. The possibilities are endless.

Green Crafting: Eco-Friendly Burlap Paintbrush Holder

With all the load-shedding we have in South Africa, tinned food has become part of our...

Create your very own lush, fake moss using an unexpected crafting supply: a bath sponge! Yup, you heard right; a squishy, cheap old bath sponge. It's a simple, budget-friendly hack that’s quick and easy to do and the moss won’t dry out or fade. This tutorial also includes step-by-step instructions to make fairy napkin rings using the bath sponge moss.

How to Make Fake Moss using a Bath Sponge

Have I got two fun tutorials for you today? They’re both budget-friendly, super easy to do...

Looking for a unique way to spruce up your garden or patio? Join us as we show you how to get creative with a balloon and make this DIY balloon mold planter with a vine handle! Combining art, nature, and a touch of hand-crafted whimsy, this one-of-a-kind project is sure to become your favorite garden accessory. And you’ll get the added satisfaction of knowing you made it yourself.

DIY Stone Planter With a Vine Handle

I’ve always loved making whimsical, one-of-a-kind planters that complement whatever happens to be growing inside. It’s...

Breathe new life into an ordinary basket and turn it into stunning one-of-a-kind home décor full of character and vintage charm. Our detailed step-by-step tutorial will show you how to create this unique, eye-catching wicker woven oil basket using plaster of Paris, paper Mache, and a secret ingredient from the garden.

Repurposed Decor: DIY Wicker Woven Oil Basket

OMW, I found the most gorgeous antique wicker vessels the other day and my history-loving heart...

Have we got a fun craft tutorial for you this week! Join us as we share how to make these adorable pot head planters. The step-by-step guide will show you how to dress them up in sneakers and give them little cartoon hands too! They’re a great conversation starter and will add a playful vibe to your home or garden decor!

Adorable DIY Pot Head Planters with Sneakers

I’m at the age where I get strange looks when I play with dolls and there...

Ever wondered what to do with broken wine glasses? Join us behind the scenes as we show you how to repurpose a broken wine glass stem into a gorgeous vase! Easy, eco-friendly, and totally DIY-able, you won't want to miss this step-by-step tutorial! Check it out now!

Repurposing a Broken Wine Glass Stem into a Vase

I’m not sure why it happens, but 9 times out 10 when we drop a wine...

Ever wondered how to create gorgeous designs on scrap wood? Join us on a journey of self-expression as we try out wood burning paste and create a rustic bunny. We share all the lessons learnt and give you tips on how to get the most out of the process. There's even a recipe to make your own paste if you can't find any in stores near you.

Lessons Learnt Using Wood Burning Paste for the First Time

A while back I stumbled onto this stuff called Torch Paste. Sounds interesting, right? It’s a...

Looking for a unique and budget-friendly home decor project? We’ll show you how to give cardboard a fabulous faux rust effect using cheap craft paints. It’s an easy way to add texture and personality to your creations, making them perfect for crafts, decorations, or other upcycling projects.

Cheap Paint Tricks to Create a Faux Rust Effect

Don’t you just love the look of rusty metal? For me the earthy tones and pitted,...

Love making budget-friendly home décor crafts? Come see how we made this hinged cardboard heart frame using shipping boxes and clothespins. It’s the perfect handmade gift idea and an eco-friendly, inexpensive way to show some love. Get the full tutorial at A Crafty Mix.

Making a Cardboard Heart Frame with Clothespin Hinges

I love crafting with cardboard. It’s such a versatile medium and for many of us who...

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Ingenious Ways to Repurpose Tin Cans

5 Charming Little DIY Christmas Trees

8 Enchanting Moss Crafts to Make at Home

Trash to Treasure: Creative Cardboard Craft Tutorials

Easy to Make Fairy Garden Ideas

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Our Favorite Crafty Tools

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