Easy and Creative Craft & Decor Ideas

DIY Corkboard Coaster Colorful Cork Coasters

Give your cork coasters a makeover with just a few simple steps.

Fabric Letter Decoration DIY Fabric Letter Decoration

Celebrate the guest of honor with this personalized decoration!

Speakeasy Party Kit Throw Back with a Speakeasy Party

Embrace the Prohibition Era with this month's Crate.

Seasonal Centerpiece Repurpose A
Seasonal Centerpiece

For a modern and eclectic centerpiece that can be repurposed season to season, check out this fun and easy craft!

DIY Ornaments Learn to Craft A Spring Terrarium

Family and friends will love this clever terrarium spring ornament craft!




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Owl Nursery Art Baby Shower Gift Idea

This owl canvas art is the perfect gift idea for birthday parties and baby showers! Or, make one for your own kids to enjoy with their name on it for a piece of art they'll love showing off!
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DIY Copper Cleaning

If you have tarnished copper we've got a simple solution! With just a few at-home ingredients, your copper can look shiny and new!
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DIY Cards from the Heart

Making your own cards to say 'Thank You' or 'I Love You,' not only is thoughtful and from the heart, but it is also frugal!
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Creative DIY Wall Art Ideas

Spice up your blank walls with a DIY wall art project. We've collected some of our favorite creative wall art crafts that are both beautiful and easy to create!
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Repurposing Ideas and a Giveaway

Celebrate Earth Day with some of our favorite repurposing ideas and enter our Earth Day giveaway.
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Go Green! Repurpose These Items in Your Home

Get ready to look at your possessions in a whole new creative light. We’ll show you a whole new way to arrange flowers, travel with jewelry, and serve from drinking glasses your friends will rave over.
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A Beautiful Floral Arrangement with Lemon Slices

By filling the base of your flower vase with fresh lemon slices you create a fresh take on a simple arrangement that is sure to ‘wow’ everyone who sees it!
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Glitter Party Celebrate Crate

Glam up andy craft with our Glitter Celebrate Crate! We've included mod podge, tons of glitter, fun and sparkly cupcake flags, and even edible glitter stars.
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DIY Rice Bag Pillows

Craft your very own vintage rice bag pillows in just 4 easy steps! This simple DIY project can spruce up your home decor or make a lovely gift.
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8 Papers to Turn into Envelopes

Creating your own envelopes out of paper products may be easy, but sometimes choosing the actual pattern or design can be the hardest part! We've made the creative process just a little bit simpler with these 8 great papers to use for your DIY envelopes.
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Printable Photo Booth Party Props

Add instantly more fun to any party or celebration with this craft idea! Simple to make photo props bring festivities to a whole new level all while making even more memorable and lasting memories of the evening's celebration.
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DIY Polka Dot Vinyl Vase

Vinyl happens to be one of the hottest craft tools around nowadays and we love this simple tutorial for a spring decoration that features vinyl as the big star.
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Homemade Mojito Soap Craft & Gift Idea

Homemade soaps may seem like intimidating crafts to try, but muster up some courage and give our tutorial a go. We promise it's actually quite easy to craft homemade soap and it makes for a great gift to either a friend, family member or even a hostess you're visiting!
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Ways to Celebrate National Craft Month

Celebrate National Craft Month with these creative crafts and DIY tutorials to spruce up your home and your next party!
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10 Products Every Crafter Needs

Getting your craft on? Whether you're brand new to crafting or a DIY maven, there are 10 tools every crafter should have in her arsenal. Check out the list and tips here!
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Give Cork Coasters a Makeover for Spring Entertaining

With spring right around the corner, it's time to store away all those winter decorations and get ready to add some fresh, bright colors and textures to your home. This craft tutorial transforms basic cork coasters into spring entertaining essentials.
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Canvas Art Craft Tutorial

DIY canvas art is one of the easiest ways to create custom decor for your home on a budget. Check out this tutorial for a more whimsical look that's also a good guide to creating any DIY canvas art design.
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DIY Twine Ball Decorations

Who knew baker's twine could be so versatile? This simple craft turns ordinary string into fashionable decor for any room in your house. With just a few supplies, you can dress your space up for less!
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How to Repurpose Ceramic with Permanent Markers

Don't resign old ceramic - plates, cups, platters, etc. - to the back of your cupboard! Give them a stylish makeover with this easy and inexpensive craft tutorial.
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Pretty Purple Spring Centerpiece

Decorating for spring? Add a splash of purple to your home with this festive seasonal centerpiece!
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A Simple Blue & White Spring Centerpiece

For this adorable and simple spring centerpiece, contributor Patti Allan found inspiration... in a stack of old dishes! Learn how to decorate your home in similar Spring style here.
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Polka Dot Basket Spring Centerpiece

Craft a seasonal centerpiece with supplies you probably already have on hand. With just a few basic elements, you can recreate this look for a spring centerpiece for your home.
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Pretty DIY Spring Decor Ideas

Get ready for spring by DIYing your own spring home decor! From recycling items to stitching up your own new creations, update your home with these easy DIY spring decor ideas.
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DIY Ideas Made with Mardi Gras Beads

Don't let your leftover Mardi Gras beads go to waste! We've found some quick, easy and inexpensive ways to repurpose your necklaces to create crafts that will help you celebrate any occasion!
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How to Make Mod Podge Glitter

As great as it looks, a craft made with glitter can prove frustrating as the metallic dust often produces a bit of a mess - but not anymore! We're big fans of this Mod Podge glitter paint craft idea that produces gorgeous glitter decor without the fuss!
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A Modern & Repurposed Seasonal Centerpiece

Who knew plain old branches could inspire such pretty, versatile and repurposed decor for your table? This craft tutorial for a DIY centerpiece transcends seasonal change with a clever trick. Check it out and get inspired to adorn your table for whatever the occasion!
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Cheerful Spring Mantle Ideas

Update your home for springtime with one of these pretty spring mantle ideas. From using mason jars, topiaries, old window shutters and other fresh ideas to decorate your mantle with this spring.
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Repurposed Book Table Runner Tutorial

Have old books lying around and you're not sure what to do with them? Instead of shelving them, consider turning them into a 3D table runner. This craft tutorial will show you how to repurpose books and turn them into chic table decorations.
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Chic DIY Books and Arrows Table Centerpiece

Craft a table centerpiece for your table that's inspired by nature, the written word and a metallic palette for a romantic look that's endlessly chic. We've got the tutorial for a DIY arrow and book centerpiece here.
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DIY Beaded Napkin Rings Tutorial

Craft a set of DIY beaded napkin rings to dress up your table no matter the occasion. This easy tutorial is inexpensive, but the results are elegant!
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How to Craft Terrarium Ornament Decorations

Craft mini terrariums out of fillable ornament balls. Using what's already around you in nature, and a few choice supplies from the craft store, you can create miniature displays to decorate with throughout the spring season.
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Dino Wreath Tutorial for a Boys Birthday

This crafty dino wreath works great as a theme party decoration, but kids will also love having it as a year round decoration in their room. Get the simple tutorial here.
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Top DIY Ideas of 2012

It's that time of the year when we all look back and do a progress report, right? Well, we've taken a good look at all the ideas we shared this past year to see what topped the batch. Check out the top 10 crafts of 2012!
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How to Make a Patchwork Christmas Stocking

Have lots of fabric scraps you're looking to use? Take advantage this holiday season and craft a one-of-a-kind patchwork stocking that'll look just beautiful hanging from your mantle.
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Paper Accordion Centerpiece & Gift Card Holder

This paper accordion centerpiece is pretty enough to be used all year long. Just craft yours with the right paper! Simple, quick and inexpensive, it's a win in our craft books.
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Gift Giving Celebrate Crate

Put the store bought gift wrap down! The Gift Giving Celebrate Crate is full of fun and easy ways to craft a pretty present with twine and paper. Not only does it offer a retro look anyone will love, it's also sure to make your present stand out from the crowd.
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Stitched Holiday Gift Wrap Ideas

Wrap your presents with extra thought this year! We're loving this crafty holiday idea that uses stitching to dress up presents. But not to worry, this sewing craft is really sew easy!
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How to Make Chalkboard Ornaments

Break out the craft bin and turn plain old glass ornaments into something cute, trendy and decorative for your home this holiday season. DIY chalkboard ornaments add a gorgeous rustic touch to your decor.
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How to Make Homemade Candy Cane Soap

Whether you want to craft it for you, or for someone you like, homemade soap isn't a tough project. With the right supplies and our simple tutorial, you'll have the perfect bar in no time!
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13 Creative Non-Edible Gifts to Give in Mason Jars

Mason jars might be the perfect place to pop in a cute dessert or cocktail, but you can also get creative and crafty with these jars in a non-edible way! Check out our favorite crafts to make with mason jars.
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Creative DIY Ideas for Your 2013 Calendar

This year, ditch the store-bought calendars for a more creative and personalized alternative! We've put together some of our favorite DIY calendar ideas for you here.
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How to Make a Paper Bow

Craft a homemade bow for presents as a way to personalize and dress up any gift. We've got the simple tutorial here!
Decoration

Winter Evergreen & Berry Wreath

Craft a winter wreath that you can use to decorate your home with all season long. Whether you hang it indoors or out, it's a crafty way to enjoy the natural beauty of the season.
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DIY Stitched Holiday Cards

While this craft idea certainly requires a stitch, it's not a challenge if you've got the right tools. Check out this how to for stitched cards - it's a great way to send a smile every day and really takes holiday or birthday presents to a new level.
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DIY Gratitude Journals

Make these DIY gratitude journals with decorative stamps for Thanksgiving this year as gifts or a fun family table activity.
Inspiration

DIYers: Send Santa This Gift List!

Calling all DIYers! We've created the ultimate gift guide for those who love handmade items, jewelry and decor. Check out all of the trendy and creative gifts we found on Etsy this year and forward this list on to Santa!
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DIY Wine Tasting Party Game Craft

This simple craft project for a blind wine tasting will add a whole lot more fun to your next wine tasting party. Get the simple tutorial here.
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Decorative Christmas Craft Tutorials

Get your craft bin out - it's holiday time! We've put together a few impressive craft tutorials just in time for the holiday season. From repurposed luminaries to burlap stockings to chic centerpieces, we've got some simple crafts to dress up your home the DIY way.
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Winter Snowflake Garland Craft

Crafts don't have to be hard or expensive. This simple snowflake garland craft idea is simple enough to make that the kids can lend a hand, but it's also something you can make with just a few basic supplies you've probably already got on hand, so no trip to the craft store required!
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How to Dress Up a Holiday Wreath at Home

Put your own creative DIY holiday spin on a plain old wreath this year. These easy floral tips will help your wreath look and smell like Christmas!
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DIY Coasters Craft for a Hostess Gift

We crafted these coasters for Christmas, but the technique is perfect for a hostess gift any time of the year. Easier to make than you'd think, this craft is creative, personalized and budget friendly, too!
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Pom Pom Jingle Bell Christmas Wreath

For a craft that's fun and festive, but also works well with your holiday decor, look no further. This simple Christmas craft is as fun to make as it is to see it displayed!
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Easy DIY Dino Hat for Kids

Little boys like Vanessa's love dinosaurs, and she's crafted an easy tutorial for a DIY dino hat they'll rawr about! Best of all, it's pretty easy for you to craft. Give it a try!
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4 Simple & Inexpensive Repurposed Gift Wrap Tutorials

This holiday season as you bake up sweet treats for loved ones, consider going the extra mile to really impress (and also save!) with 4 super simple and inexpensive gift wrap craft tutorials we're sharing!
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Upcycled Holiday Votives Craft

We made these inexpensive votives for Thanksgiving, but with a few basic supplies and the right colored tissue paper, it makes for the perfect craft to decorate your home any time during the year.
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Crafty Ways to Repurpose Your Holiday Cards

Do you find your mailbox full of Christmas cards every holiday season? While it's hard to toss them once the season is over, it's also more difficult coming up with a reason to justify keeping all of them, too. Luckily, we've got some crafty ways you can get creative with your Christmas cards so you don't have to throw them away and they'll still serve a purpose!
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20 Free Printable Designs to Personalize a Mason Jar Gift

Mason jar gifts are pretty popular right now and we're sharing 20 different different designs to dress up your gift for free! Whatever the occasion, we've got a label to add that extra little something to the mix.
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DIY Wall Art Craft

Dressing up your home with inspirational words and a family motto is a wonderful way to add chic flair and positivity to your space. Celebrations Expert Rachel Hollis took on this craft project recently and shared her easy tutorial with us. Will you get inspired and create wordy wall art for your family room?
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DIY Mercury Glass Craft Ideas

Give old glass votives, vases and other old items a new life by updating them with mercury glass. Here's a few easy craft ideas you can consider to add extra sparkle to your next party.
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10 Creative Chalkboard Paint Ideas

Get crafty with chalkboard paint! There are so many ways to incorporate it into your next celebration and we've rounded up our top 10 favorite ways to craft with it.
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Trendy DIY Block Printing

Create your own prints on fabric and stationery with this DIY block printing tutorial from expert Rachel Hollis. It's a great way to dress up old things or even have some craft fun with newer items you want to customize for a hostess gift this holiday season!
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Crafty Ways to Dress Up Party Chairs

Don't forget about your chairs the next time you decorate your table - they're just as much a part of the tablescape, too! We've got a quick and easy tutorial to get crafty with your chair decor.
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Festive DIY Drink Tassels for Any Celebration

Craft some simple and inexpensive drink tassles to dress up any occasion or get together. We've got the easy craft tutorial here.
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DIY Monogram Letter Bookshelf Craft

Add a little DIY to your bookshelf with this monogram letter craft. It's easy to make, budget friendly and will add a pop of color next to all of your books and photos!
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Crafty Ways to Decorate Your Party with Designer Duct Tape

Designer duct tape is the most recent way we've gotten creative with inexpensive decor. Check out all the fun ways you can craft with duct tape to dress up your celebration easily and cheaply!
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Interview with Erica Domesek of P.S. I Made This

We sat down with DIY queen Erica Domesek to talk about her work on the new TLC show, Craft Wars as well as where she goes to find craft inspiration!
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Easy, Pretty DIY Fall Decor Ideas

Bring nature into your home by making one of these easy DIY fall decor projects. Incorporate items like pine cones, leaves and pumpkins to your decorations to give your home a pretty, earthy feel.
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Apple Votive Craft

Craft a votive holder out of an apple for a natural way to bring the outdoors to your tablescape this fall.
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Lollipop Koozie Craft

We crafted these lollipop koozies for a birthday party and they were a hit. The easy craft party idea is made even simpler thanks to the handy printable template we've included!
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Handmade Doilies Craft

Handmade doilies are a lovely way to add some personality to any party. Layer them on tables, hang them individually to add dimension to your party space -- the possibilities are endless.
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31 Ways to Countdown to Halloween

Have some Halloween fun with our round up of 31 ways to celebrate the holiday, including a few spooky crafts the whole family can enjoy!
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Halloween Pumpkin Crafts & Decorations

The season for pumpkin carving and crafting is upon us! Check out ten of the most creative ways to get crafty with pumpkins this Halloween!
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DIY Glow in the Dark Halloween Decorations

This year we're loving the idea of crafting spooky Halloween decor with glow in the dark paint. Not only can you use this eerie glowing paint for outdoor decorations, you can also incorporate it into your Halloween home. Check out some fun uses for it here!
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Pink Popcorn Wreath for Breast Cancer

Help spread the word about National Breast Cancer Awareness Month by crafting this pretty DIY pink popcorn wreath for your home.
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Candy Heart Topiary

Craft a topiary decoration for your home that's perfect for Valentine's Day! Constructed with candy hearts and made in one giant heart-shape, it's the ultimate craft turned decoration for Valentine's Day!
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