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Decorate a Tote bag in three easy steps!

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Quickly add a touch of color and whimsy to a plain bag! Today I am using adhesive-backed fabric sheets to…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • September 7, 2014
  • RECYCLED CRAFTS, DIY CRAFTS

How To Make A Cereal Box Notebook

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Reuse and waste not by making these cereal box notebooks! This is a fun recycled craft that is easy to…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • September 1, 2014
  • 1 Comment
  • DIY CRAFTS

DIY Ganesha Clay Sculpture At Home USA

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Learn how to make a Ganesha clay sculpture at home, this is is an eco friendly option that takes up…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • August 23, 2014
  • 8 Comments
  • CARDMAKING, DIY CRAFTS

8 Handmade Mothers Day Cards Ideas

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I think of all the holidays out there, Mother’s day is my favorite! It’s spring the air is fresh and…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • April 23, 2014
  • 1 Comment
  • ART IDEAS

3 Mixed Media Art Journal Ideas

Grandma mixed media art journaling

These mixed media art journal ideas are a great way to spend some creative time with no rules that combine…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • April 9, 2014
  • 1 Comment
  • CARDMAKING, DIY CRAFTS

10-minute card Decorating ideas

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Sharing quick 10 minute card decorating ideas today because sometimes you need a card in a jiffy! Make a handmade…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • March 7, 2014
  • 1 Comment
  • FABRIC CRAFTS, DIY CRAFTS

How to Make a Keepsake Baby Clothes Quilt

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A baby clothes quilt is filled with sweet memories. I’m sharing a simple tutorial that will teach you how to…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • March 4, 2014
  • ART IDEAS

How To Make Ampersand Art 7 Ways

mixed media ampersand

I’m sharing a bunch of easy Ampersand Art ideas today! Ampersand, the ‘and’ sign is such a great typographical symbol…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • March 3, 2014
  • ART IDEAS

How to Use Faber Castell Gelatos Easily

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Today I’ll show you two ways in which I enjoy using Faber Castell Gelatos! I’ll also walk you through the…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • February 26, 2014
  • DIY CRAFTS

How to emboss with stencils

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Today’s layout has a simple photo but it is a great layout to show you How to Emboss with stencils.…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • February 10, 2014
  • 45 Comments
  • DIY CRAFTS

DIY Felt Blanket Tutorial

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Today I am sharing a DIY Felt Blanket idea that uses a simple stitch and is put together using inexpensive…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • February 4, 2014
  • 2 Comments
  • PAPER CRAFTS

How To Make A Paper Wall Art On Canvas

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Let me show you how easy it can be to make a Paper Wall Art for your home using just…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • January 28, 2014
  • 2 Comments
  • FABRIC CRAFTS, DIY CRAFTS, PAINTING

How To Stencil a Pillow

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A great way to transform your pillow to add color to it with paints. Today let me share how to…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • January 20, 2014
  • 1 Comment
  • PAPER CRAFTS, DIY CRAFTS

How To Make Your Own Valentine Notebook

DIY Valentine notebooks

Hello friends! Here is a quick idea for a Valentine Notebook using paper punches! It’s all pink and pretty for…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • January 13, 2014
  • 11 Comments
  • ART IDEAS

6 EASY Mixed Media Canvas Step by Step

I love painting a Mixed Media Canvas, adding layer upon layer of color and texture to paint something that emotes…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • January 9, 2014
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