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Darice DIY: Hemp-Stitched Feather Dream Catcher

When it comes to dream catchers, I’m all about using unconventional techniques or materials. I use everything from real flowers to bullet shell casings filled with crystal beads. Recently, I used plastic canvas to make a hemp-stitched feather dream catcher at Darice Crafts. Plastic canvas is typically associated with kid’s camp crafts, but this project …

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Darice DIY: Succulent Wedding Corsage
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Darice DIY: Succulent Wedding Corsage

I’m such a sucker for wedding crafts; making decor and wearables for friends’ weddings is one of my favorite things to do. So, for my latest project at Darice Crafts, I made a non-traditional DIY succulent wedding corsage using a faux plant. I’m loving the way it looks against the chain! You can find the tutorial at Darice Crafts’ blog. …

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Darice DIY: Geometric Hoop Earrings
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Darice DIY: Geometric Hoop Earrings

Simple yet head-turning pieces are my jam… especially when it comes to jewelry.  Paired with my adoration for finding a purpose in leftovers, I end up making so much arm/neck/ear candy. But hey, this girl isn’t complaining.  For my newest tutorial at Darice, I used basic hoops and a few strands of wire to make a pair of …

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Darice DIY: No-Weave Floral Tapestry
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Darice DIY: No-Weave Floral Tapestry

When you take on projects practically every single day, you begin to form a new appreciation for the simple ones. Of course, that’s not to say the complicated project aren’t worth doing. Trust me, I’m all for taking on the time-consuming creations; it always feel SO amazing once it’s finished.  Exhibit A: Chevron Studded Leather …

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Darice DIY: Floral Washi Wood Tags
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Darice DIY: Floral Washi Wood Tags

Over the past few years, my adoration for floral prints and themes has grown. Maybe it’s because of my time in California or maybe it’s the timeless authenticity of flowers. There’s a good chance it’s a mix of both. I’m already scheming ways to decorate my place with dried flowers for when I move back …

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Darice: Mountain Sunrise Lantern
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Darice: Mountain Sunrise Lantern

During my road trip across the country, I developed a new appreciation for mountains. The drive from Nevada across the California border was especially breathtaking; you can see the mountain road for miles, lined with snowy peaks and lush greenery. Love.  And while I’m a New Yorker and a city girl through and through, I’ll …

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Darice DIY: Tassel Chain Necklace
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Darice DIY: Tassel Chain Necklace

If you’ve ever dabbled in jewelry making, you know all about the world of leftover scraps and chains. Goodness knows I do. For my latest project at Darice Crafts, I finally put those chain remnants to good use with a handmade Chain Tassel Necklace. This one also provides awesome practice if you’ve just started making …

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