Holiday

Spring Wreath + Tutorial

March 27, 2012 9 Comments

Happy Tuesday, Crafters! I can’t wait to show you the Spring version of my Interchangeable Wreath. It turned out so stinkin cute! I will admit, I had a difficult time deciding the right color combo for the felt flowers. So I posted a picture on Instagram, but got some great feedback and suggestion. Thanks guys! I really appreciate your help. It turned out perfect! The green polka dot grosgrain ribbon totally makes the wreath. {did i tell you i’m head over heels over polka dots? you may want to check out my Easter Mantel} Love these felt flowers! They add

Free Easter Paint Chip Printable!

March 26, 2012 4 Comments

Well, Happy Monday to you! Did you have a nice weekend? We did an Egg Hunt and worked in the yard. {i’ll have to show you my new garden sometime!} So are you ready for another craft filled week here on Craftaholics? I sure am! I have lots to share this week. Today, I have a free Easter Printable for you. I made an Easter version of my paint chip printable. All you do is simply print it out and put it in a frame and you have an instant decoration! I set it on my Easter Mantel for a

Polka Dot Canvas + FREE Printable!

March 21, 2012 7 Comments

Happy Wednesday, friends! Raise your hand if you like Polka Dots…..I know I’m a huge fan! On Monday, I shared my Easter Mantel and you guessed it, there were plenty of dots. ha! I made this adorable polka dot canvas using my Silhouette CAMEO and some pink spray paint. I cut a vinyl stencil and created this canvas just like I did my Valentine canvas. {click here for the tutorial} Now I know you guys like free printables {and polka dots, right??} so I made this canvas design into a digital file for you to download….for free :) >Click

How to Make a Fabric Banner TUTORIAL

March 20, 2012 15 Comments

Happy Tuesday! I’m excited to show you how I sewed my fabric bunting for my Easter Mantel. These are super easy to make and great for all skill levels. Plus they’re stinkin’ adorable! How to Sew a Bunting Supplies: coordinating pattern fabric {Great use for your fabric scraps!} 1/2″ white bias tape 108″ long {i made my own} scissors/rotary cutter iron sewing machine I used 7 different fabrics. I think an odd number of fabrics makes a banner more interesting and pleasing to the eye. Its a good idea to press your fabric flat before you work with it. Cut

Easter Mantel

March 19, 2012 36 Comments

Good morning, Crafters! Did you have a fun weekend? We were busy getting our garden in and enjoying the lovely sunshine and 80 degree weather. Oh, and I put together my Easter Manelscape! I had fun playing with polka dots, pink, turquoise, and lime green. {from what I see and hear, polka dots are the new Chevron in craft world. haha} I filled my mantel with plenty of eggs, spring greenery, and fresh happy, colors for a festive spring/Easter feel. I used vintage milk glass and pyrex dishes. {check out my milk glass plate wall} and snuck in my pink

Last Minute St. Patrick’s Day Craft Ideas

March 16, 2012 1 Comment

Happy happy Friday, friends! Well, tomorrow is the official ‘Wear Green Day’, so don’t forget to plan tomorrow’s outfit carefully! {haha} And if you’re looking for a few last minute ideas for St. Paddy’s Day, here are some easy green crafts to help you out. Irish Paint Chip printable This printable is a mini version of my St. Paddy’s Day mantel. All you have to do is print it off and slap it in a frame. Brings instant good luck. ha! Green Zipper Earrings Super easy to make! Zipper Shamrock For those who don’t have something green to wear, make

Washi Tape Easter Eggs

March 14, 2012 10 Comments

Happy Wednesday! You probably have noticed how crazy popular washi tape, or paper masking tape, has become lately. I mean, seriously, what’s not to love about pretty patterned tape?? I absolutely love the stuff! So I decided to give our boring plastic eggs a facelift with the help of a little washi tape…. The pretty tape adds some fun! {and yes, i mixed and matched the tops and bottoms for a little added spunk} And wouldn’t this be a fun activity for the kids? *those cute little egg stands are Rolo’s! I used them with my Glitter Eggs too. they’re

Easter Gift Box

March 13, 2012 1 Comment

Yay for Tuesday! It is starting to feel like spring here in Virginia. The temperatures are going to be in the 70′s all week. PERFECT. We’ve been planting flowers, weeding, and cleaning up the yard. So with spring in the air, I made this cute little gift box with a happy flower on top…..and it totally screams spring! Pink, Lime Green, and Turquoise are my Easter colors this year, as you can tell from this box and my Glitter eggs yesterday. The 3D flower is a new die from Lifestyle Crafts in their new Blossom collection. I think its kinda