DIY Scrapbook Picture Frame

I’ve wanted to make my own picture frame for a while. This one took about 20 mins and costs less than $10. Pretty good right? I’m going to be honest, I am not a huge fan of the Live, Laugh, Love phrase that everyone seems to adore so much, but the stickers were the perfect size for this particular frame. I couldn’t help myself.

 

Things You Will Need:
Ruler
Pencil
Scissors
Stickers
Mod podge
Paint brush
Exacto knife
Cutting board
Picture frame
Scrapbook paper

 

 

Step 1:
Measure your frame of choice and cut out your scrapbook paper to match the size of the picture frame. Test it to make sure it fits properly.

 

Step 2:
Brush a thin layer of Mod Podge on your frame.

 

Step 3:
Apply the scrapbook paper. As you can see, I decided against my original choice of scrapbook paper. I went with something a bit more fun.

 

Step 4:
Adhere the stickers to the frame.

 

Voila! A DIY picture frame from scrapbook paper. This is one of the easiest crafts I can think of that always turns out nicely. Hope you enjoyed it!

If you are interested in more DIY frame tutorial check out some of my other Make Something Mondays posts:
DIY Hanging Frames
DIY Destination Frame

 

Happy crafting!!!

Craft Project: Pumpkin Vase

I found this craft pumpkin vase tutorial on 52 Weeks Project and thought it was adorable! It actually reminded me of my DIY Painted Mason Jar Decor a little but because of the bright colors and the vase aspect. However, this idea is much more crafty! I would’ve never thought to use a pumpkin as a vase! Brilliant!

I wanted to share it for three reasons.

1. My crafty audience will love this idea
2. I wanted to give the artist credit because she deserves creative points for coming up with this!
3. I will never make  this because I honestly can’t think of a way to improve it. It is lovely.

So, if you like he pumpkin vase, check out 52 Weeks Project. The link above will take you to the tutorial, which is very easy to follow.

If you try it, let me know what you think!

DIY Ombre Tote Bag

This week’s Make Something Mondays project is a DIY ombre tote bag. Everyone seems to be so excited about the ombre style that I wanted to see what the hype is about. The whole way through this DIY, I kept thinking it is only okay. When I finished it though, it looked beautiful! I’m a big fan. Maybe just because the tote bag is pink? I’m not sure. I hope you guys enjoy this one!

Things You Will Need:
Scarf
Tote bag
Paint brush
Fabric glue
Fabric paint
Masking Tape (not pictured above)

*If you are interested in making your own tote bag there are a ton of patterns on Pinterest. I bought mine at Pat Catan’s but you could find one at any hobby shop.
*I highly recommend Martha Stewart muti-purpose paints. I’ve never had a bad experience with these and you can use them for almost anything.

Step 1:

Lay out your masking tape. Make sure it is pressed down tightly against the fabric.

Step 2:

Paint panels 1 and 3 to make the process move quickly. Let it dry for one hour before removing the tape.

*As you can see, I didn’t think this through and painted panels 1 and 4, so it took me an extra hour to do this. I’m trying to save you some time

Step 3:

Remove the tape for panels 1 and 3 and lay out the tape for panels 2 and 4. Paint panels 2 and 4. Let dry for one hour.

Step 4:

Using your fabric glue, adhere to scarf to the sides of the tote bag. You could sew this if you wanted to but I am going to be lazy and use fabric glue. It works just as well.

There, you have yourself a cute ombre tote bag! I plan on using mine for a beach vacation that I am overly excited for!

Happy crafting!

DIY Citrus Body Scrub

I love body scrub. The smell and the feeling are unbeatable. For me, body scrubs come in second (runner up to lip balm) in the beauty department. I’ve made my own sugar scrub before, but this time I wanted to try a different kind. I made a citrus scrub with lemon, orange, and honey.

There are actually some benefits of using body scrubs, in case you are interested. Honestly, I have no idea if the benefits are realistic but its worth a shot. you probably have all of the ingredients in your kitchen already. What do you have to lose?

Things You Will Need:
Bowl
Sugar
Honey
Lemon
Orange
Container
Vegetable oil

Step 1:

Start with 2 cups of sugar. You will probably have to add more but that will come later.

Step 2:

Add your lemon and/or orange to your sugar. I didn’t measure it but I probably used a little less than 1/4 cup. Mix it up. You should have something that looks like the above photo.

Step 3:

Add in a tablespoon or so of honey and mix well.

Step 4:

The last ingredient you will be adding to your sugar scrub is (2 capfuls) vegetable oil. Stir it again.

Now you have sugar scrub! It is wonderful. I love it

happy crafting!

DIY Business Card Holder

 

I am getting to a point in my career where I need a place to store business cards. Does that mean I am going to buy a business card holder? No way! I am going to make one. I think you will all enjoy this one! The way to design your business card holder is entirely up to you. It can be girly, masculine, or just professional. That is why I like this one so much. It is completely personalized.

 

Things You Will Need:
Tin can
Ribbon
Scissors
Pencil/pen
Paint Brush
Mod Podge
Diamond glaze
Scrapbook paper

 

Step 1:

The first step is optional. I didn’t like being able to see the nutrition info on the bottom of the tin, so I painted over it with black fingernail polish.

 

 

Step 2:

Trace the tin onto the back of your chosen scrapbook paper and cut it out. Make sure it fits the top of the tin. If not, trim as needed.

 

Step 3:

Add a light layer of Mod Podge to the top of your tin.

 

Step 4:

Press down your pre-cut scrapbook paper onto the top of the tin. Make sure you press down on the edges. Let it dry.

 

Step 5:

Put another layer of Mod Podge on top of the scrapbook paper. Let it dry.

 

Step 6:

Add some decorative elements if you want. I chose a gray ribbon and a white ribbon.

 

Step 7:

Add a layer of Diamond Glaze to the scrapbook paper. You will have to let this glue dry for several hours. Over night is ideal.

 

Step 8:

After an hour or so add in your extra decorative elements (if you want them) such as beads, buttons, or anything raised.

 

 

Now you have a cute, yet professional business card holder! A recycled business card holder!

Happy crafting!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIY Semi-homemade Lotion

I’ve never tried to make my own lotion before today, but I would say the experience went well. Although, this is a semi-homemade lotion I still plan on making my own from scratch someday; I just have to do a bit more research. It seems like some people like using coconut oil with baby lotion and vitamin E lotion but I wanted this to be more fragrant. None of the vitamin E lotion that I found was scented and I didn’t want to mess with essential oils just yet. So, I substituted coco butter. I thought about using almond oil but I’ve never used that before and didn’t want to risk the experiment just yet. I know that all three of these are very hydrating, which is what I was going for. I like that this lotion isn’t heavy or greasy so it doesn’t leave a film on my skin. It seems to be working well so far and smells pretty good

 

 

Things You Will Need:
A bowl
Bottle or jar
Baby lotion
Shea butter
Coconut oil

 

 

Step 1:

Measure 8oz. of baby lotion into your bowl.

 

Step 2:

Followed by 8oz. Shea butter.

 

Step 3:

And finally, 4oz. coconut oil. It looks like some people use melted coconut oil but I would rather just smash it up with my spoon. Seems to work pretty well.

 

Step 4:

Mix the ingredients thoroughly.

 

Step 5:

Bottle it up! Put the excess in a tightly sealed bottle or jar and store for later.

 

Semi-homemade lotion! It smells pretty good and is very hydrating. Let me know if you try it and if you like it

 

Happy Monday!

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIY Toilet Paper Holder

Toilet paper in plastic is ugly, right? I think we can all agree on that. We can’t make the TP look better so my plan is to make the presentation look better. For this DIY project I made a TP holder for the bathroom. Since my bathroom is mostly green and blue I chose a striped green and blue scrapbook paper. You can use whatever you would like, but make sure the paper is thin. No card stock for this one.
 

 
Things You Will Need:
Paint brush
Mod Podge
Scrapbook paper
Oatmeal container
 

 
Step 1:

Remove the lid. Then, Measure your oatmeal container so that you can cut your scrapbook paper. Make sure the paper fits under the lip of the tin.
 

 
Step 2:

Brush on a very thin layer of Mod Podge from the bottom to the top of the oatmeal container.
 

 
Step 3:

Place one side of the paper onto the line of glue. Press down on the paper with your finger (from top to bottom) to make sure it adheres without bubbles.
 

 
Step 4:

brush a thin line of glue up the container where the paper ends. You want to make sure it will stick.
 

 
Step 5:

roll the paper around and brush another thin layer of Mod Podge on the under side of the paper (where it meets the other edge of the paper). Let it dry. Then, add another thin layer to the top where the paper meets.
 

*If your paper wasn’t long enough to meet the other edge, then glue it to the oatmeal container and repeat with a second sheet of scrapbook paper until the container is covered.
 

 

Step 6:

Turn your oatmeal container upside down so you are looking at the bottom of it. While ignoring my chipping fingernail polish, look at the area of the paper I’m pulling at. You are going to want to add a very small amount of glue into this area (or the whole way around the container if necessary). The paper doesn’t have to be plastered against the edge, but you don’t want it to rip because it is too loose. Let it dry.
 

 
Step 7:

Grab two rolls of toilet paper and drop them into the container. Reattach the lid.
 

 

Lovely! It looks so much better than rolls of toilet paper in a plastic bag. AAAANNNNDDD you have to eat a whole container of oatmeal to get it. See, my crafts are contributing to your health
 

Happy crafting!
 

 

DIY No-Sew Throw

I used to make these all the time when I was a teenager. It is a quick project, especially to do with kids. You don’t need many materials and it can be a good group project.

 

Things You Will Need:
Scissors
4-6 Yards of fabric (total)

*Pick out 2 fleece fabrics: 2-3 yards each, depending on the size of blanket you want. One fabric should have a design and the other should be solid.

 

 

Step 1:

Place your fabric on the floor with piece on top of the other.

 

 

 

Step 2:

Cut out a 4×4 inch square from each corner.

 

 

step 3:

See that upper edge? That was the corner we cut out in step 2. Now, you want to move your scissors about 2 inches over and cut 4 inches up. Continue to do this the whole way around the fabric.

 

 

Step 4:

Take the frays and double knot them. Continue until all of them are knotted.

 

 

 

You’ve got yourself a fun blanket.

Happy crafting

DIY Candle | Holiday Gift

Hello!
Here is post #2 of the DIY Holiday Gift Series. This one is easy but takes about an hour to get together. That is still pretty quick for a candle, right? The girl you are giving it to will enjoy it

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Things You Will Need:
A Pot
Stove
water
Tongs
Glass Jar
Candle Wax
Candle Wick

Step 1: (I skipped the picture. I know you know what water in a pot looks like )
Pour a small amount of water into your pot and place it on your stove burner. You want to heat the water but not necessarily bring it to a boil.

While you are waiting for the water to heat up get your glass jar and remove all of the department stickers (if you haven’t already). Tip: using soap and hot water helps to rub off the soap much faster.

Step 2:
Break up your scented wax of choice and put it in the glass jar.

When your water is toasty and steaming use your tongs to pick up the glass jar and place it in the hot water. Now you will be waiting for a while. Make sure you stay in the kitchen while you are waiting to make sure your glass jar stays upright. Ideally you would hold it there with your tongs but I am as impatient as you are so I realize that this isn’t going to happen. Honestly, it will be fine, but stay in the general area.

Step 3:
After all of your wax has melted pick it up with your tongs and place it on a hard surface. Put a wick down into the wax and secure it however you want. I find wrapping the wick around a utensil to be the easiest. You will have to let it sit for while until it dries. The waiting time will depend on how big the jar you chose is. Smaller ones will take less time.

Step 4 (optional):
If you want to be cute you can add another layer of a different scent when the first layer is dry. Just pour the wax on top and let it dry.

The first layer of wax has to be completely dry though! If it isn’t dry when you pour the hot wax from the second batch then, the first will cave in and the waxes will mix. It really doesn’t look pretty… I tried. I’ll spare you the picture though.

When the wax is dry, cut the wick to about 1/2 inch above the wax.

You can decorate the jar if your feel extra crafty. The shape of mine is a bit awkward though, so I am going to pass on that.

Option 2:

You can do it like Shey does on her blog. This is more of a from scratch method. It is a good one but if you are in a pinch and don’t have more than an hour or two to get something together then you can go the route I went. I don’t like to procrastinate but I understand why people do so, this is a quick and easy way to get something pretty together

Happy crafting

DIY Holiday Party Decorations

I was searching for something completely unrelated to this article and came across some useful DIYs for holiday parties on BlogHer. There are some great ideas on here guys! Check them out! Click the picture to go to her site for tutorials

DIY Tiered Serving Tray

Christmas Kisses

Mason Jars