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Quick Knit Scarf Free Pattern Size 19 Needles!

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This Quick Knit Scarf can be made in an hour! The yarn is thick and works up speedily to make…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • December 1, 2015
  • DIY CRAFTS

Embossing on wood: a quick 15-minute craft idea!

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Easily create a hammered metal look on an inexpensive wooden box by embossing on wood. Plants always make a beautiful…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • November 24, 2015
  • ART IDEAS, WATERCOLOR IDEAS

Watercolor Gift Tags that are easy to make!

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Spend a fun crafternoon making your own Watercolor Gift Tags that are easy to make and can be as colorful…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • November 18, 2015
  • 7 Comments
  • KNITTING AND CROCHET

3 FREE Knitting Patterns for Sweaters that are very easy!

Easy Kids Cardigan

I’m sharing my favorite go to Knitting Patterns for Sweaters that are FREE and easy to complete for beginners. I…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • November 16, 2015
  • 10 Comments
  • PAPER CRAFTS, DIY CRAFTS

EASY Handmade Book: Book Making with String

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A Simple Book Making technique that you can easily use for a Handmade Book with a step-by-step video tutorial included.…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • November 8, 2015
  • 28 Comments
  • PRINTABLE CARDS, FREE PRINTABLES

Free Printable Happy Diwali Card

Free Printable Happy Diwali Card

Get ready for Diwali with a special printable Happy Diwali Card – simply download, print, trim to send heartfelt wishes…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • November 6, 2015
  • 1 Comment
  • DIY CRAFTS

Fall Inspired Cake

Autumn inspired cake

A Fall inspired cake with yellow buttercream leaves and beautiful flowers! Earlier last week I baked a cake for my daughter’s school…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • November 2, 2015
  • 5 Comments
  • DIY CRAFTS, RECYCLED CRAFTS

How To Make A Peacock Cardboard Halloween Costume Easily

cardboard halloween costume

A colorful video tutorial showing you how to make a Peacock Cardboard Halloween Costume – a DIY Peacock Costume with…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • October 9, 2015
  • DIY CRAFTS

How to Make a Rainbow Costume

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Learn How to Make a Rainbow Costume for your kid with this easy, no sew VIDEO tutorial. All you need…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • October 5, 2015
  • 2 Comments
  • DIY CRAFTS

DIY World Map Wall Art with Gilding

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Create this simple DIY World Map Wall art that has a subtle gold shimmer and a great DIY for the…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • September 23, 2015
  • 8 Comments
  • ART IDEAS

30 day art challenge: create daily

30 day challenge, mixed media

For the month of September, I am trying a 30 Day Art Challenge. A 30 day art challenge where I…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • September 2, 2015
  • 2 Comments
  • KNITTING AND CROCHET

Easy Stockinette Stitch Knitting Pattern

Multi color blanket DIY

This Simple Stockinette Stitch Knitting pattern, makes an easy colorful throw that is snuggly and beautiful afghan This blanket is…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • August 25, 2015
  • 19 Comments
  • DIY CRAFTS

DIY Nightstand Makeover using Chalk Paint

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A tutorial showing you Chalk paint furniture before and after with a DIY Nightstand Makeover! Today I am upscaling a garage…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • July 30, 2015
  • DIY CRAFTS, FABRIC CRAFTS

How To Make a Picnic Quilt Without Batting

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This Picnic Quilt requires no batting or binding, making this simple tutorial an ideal summer quilting project that is well-suited…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • July 28, 2015
  • DIY CRAFTS, FABRIC CRAFTS

How to Stencil on Fabric Step by Step

How to use a stencil on fabrics with acrylic paints

Today I am altering a blank tote bag with some paint and stencils. Let me show you how to stencil…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • July 26, 2015
  • 1 Comment
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