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Ferrero Rocher Golden Snitch (Harry Potter)
By lalala...
My son had a Harry Potter themed birthday party. One of the treats I made were these Ferrero Rocher Golden Snitches. They were the perfect pairing to go with the red and gold Gryffindor cupcakes that we had.
Repurpose Victoria's Secret Shopping Bag for Valentine's Day
By 15mhhm15
If you have any shopping bags laying around, you can repurpose those bags into thoughtful handmade Valentine's Day gift bags.
"Giving You All My Love" Octopus
By attosa
This is a fun, all-ages octopus craft made from a toilet paper tube. It's got so many arms, it wants to give you all the love it can carry! This would be great to give to a Valentine. You can fill it up with a bag of sweets, if you like.
By tiffanytallent1981
A popular theme in early grades is community helpers. Students learn about fire fighters, police officers, nurses, doctors, vets, teachers, farmers, and a few others. A favorite in my class one year was the doctor's medical bag. The bags are simple to make and are fun for kids to role play with.
By 15mhhm15
My little cousin's 4th birthday is this week. She has a crown her mom bought her, but she wanted a sash to go with her crown. Since it was last minute, I used some items I had at home to create her this quick and easy little sash she can wear to school with her crown.
By KIM HOGGAN
This is a simple, but pretty, way to display your toilet paper. It adds an extra special touch when having guests over.
By ShirleyE
Oh so cute little pompom slippers that are oh so easy to make using easy to find craft supplies. Young teenagers would love to make these. And they are a brilliant idea to scatter around the table for a decoration at a baby shower.
By lalala...
This tiny frame ring holder is the perfect place to hang your ring while you do dishes, craft, or garden. It can be made to match any decorating scheme and would make a great gift.
Valentine's Day Paper Craft Card
By 15mhhm15
Valentine's Day is around the corner. This is a handmade card you could make and have your child decorate to give to their teacher(s).
By attosa
This a cute way to turn a clothespin into a clingy bee for your Valentine. Just clip it onto their shirt and claim your love!
Felt Clip-on Harry Potter Ties
By lalala...
I made these clip-on felt ties for my son's Harry Potter themed birthday. Each gift bag also included a pair of Harry Potter glasses. The kids absolutely loved them!
Adding Ribbon Flair To Planters
By Ana
I love using ribbon or fabric strips to dress up planters and pots.The ribbon with wire holds up the best and if outside in the elements, it keeps its shape and color. This look gives any basic pot, planter, or even a window box, that final jewelry accessory to your planting outfit.
By lalala...
Our kids are inundated with electronic toys these days and it is so important to encourage imaginative play. My husband recently had some pieces of leftover wood from a project. He cut them into varies sizes and sanded them so our son could play with them.
By 15mhhm15
This is an inexpensive learning tool you can make to help your child learn time. This paper plate clock is made with household supplies you probably already have at home!
By Holly
The idea for these came to me a couple years ago. It was Christmas time, and like many college students, I had no money to buy gifts. What I did have was an old notebook from the end of the semester with a heavy backing. I also had a hole-punch, a few simple craft supplies, and patience!
Hubby's Valentine Day Tot or Shooter Box
By Benetta
Here is a cute little alcoholic shooter or tot box for your hubby on Valentine's Day. Made from a recycled lasagna box, this box is sure to steal his heart.
You Make My Heart Pop Valentine Card
By Benetta
Use a lollipop as the focus point of a Valentine's card. Dress up the lollipop and add a heart that "pops" to make sure that your Cupid knows that he is the centre of your universe.
By Benetta
Watercolor pencils can be very versatile, and can be a great way to express your creativity. They can also be a wonderful tool for adult coloring pages.
By melissa
This is a feminine pattern for a lacy cowl. It will fit teen - adult.
This is a simple gift to make for someone special. See how we made this ombre m&m's candy jar in this short video.
These heart shaped potholders are easy to make and can easily be customized for your kitchen.
By lalala...
My friend was looking for a gift idea for her son who recently got married. She decided that she wanted to collect money for them to be able to do some fun things together, that maybe they couldn't afford otherwise. So I made her this 'Adventure Funds' jar.
Display Figurine Collection in Crystal Bowl
By Jackie H.
After I take all my Christmas decorations down, everything looks so bare. I try to redecorate a little different and more exciting. Winter is boring, I need to get a spark going in me.
Privacy Window Using Contact Paper
This video shows you an inexpensive way to make a window more private by using contact paper.
Recycled Fabric Latch Hook Rug
By Monica
I made a rug from a less-than-lovely knitted throw and some old t-shirts. Everything is machine washable, and I didn't have to run out and get rug canvas. I cut the t-shirts into small 1 inch wide and 3 inch long strips and created a latch hook rug.
By Sandi/Poor But Proud
With just about any frame that has wide edges, you can make a beautiful frame from fabric and scrap embellishments. You can leave the frame "photo less" if you think someone would like to put in their own family member.
Fabric Tape Mat for Paintings or Photos
By Donna
I had a painting I wanted to enter in a local contest, but no frame that actually fit it correctly. After checking multiple stores for the right size mat and finding that I would need to have one custom ($$Cha-Ching) made for that size, I decided to improvise. Check it out!
By Vi Johnson
My good friend Andrea, lives in an apartment. Outside her door is a place she can put a decoration or plant. She had one that "disappeared". She went looking and found it on the floor above her. DH wanted to make this to replace it for her.
By Marty Dick
I have always had trouble getting my thread started on my bobbin before loading it onto the bobbin winder on the sewing machine. It seems that the hole in the bobbin gets smaller every year!
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