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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

picnic quilt

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
  • KNITTING AND CROCHET

Easy Tips For Knitting With Multiple Strands Of Yarn

4strandknitblanket

Multi strand knitting blanket Tutorial: Supplies used in this project *affiliate links used I pulled out a bunch of yarns…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • July 17, 2015
  • 7 Comments
  • ART IDEAS

Painting on Canvas: Make Easy Art For Your Home

Smitha Katti painting on canvas

Painting on Canvas is one of the most creative things you can do for your home. If you are feeling…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • June 29, 2015
  • 1 Comment
  • DIY CRAFTS

Colorful DIY Nursery Wall Art: How To Make A Felt Rainbow

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Learn how to make an easy colorful felt rainbow wall art in today’s step by step DIY Nursery Wall Art…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • June 22, 2015
  • DIY CRAFTS

Easy Kids Room Ideas

Easy Canopy Girls Room

Sharing a few easy Kids room ideas- A DIY sheer canopy, wooden crates as shelving, kids room wall art, storage,…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • May 14, 2015
  • DIY CRAFTS

Spring Inspired Cake

spring inspired cake

After enjoying yesterday’s Spring Photography Ideas, I had a spring inspired cake on my mind. So, for Mother’s day, I…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • May 11, 2015
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Spring Photography Ideas To Capture Beautiful Nature

cherry blossom

spring photography ideas Spring is the best time of the year to carry your camera and take a walk around…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • May 10, 2015
  • KNITTING AND CROCHET

Yarn Stash Project: The 10 Day Quick Knit

Easy baby blanket pattern

If you are on the lookout for yarn stash busting projects, this yarn scrap project tutorial makes a cute, cuddly,…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • May 7, 2015
  • 32 Comments
  • ART IDEAS

Heart Canvas Art: Easy Mixed Media DIY

DIY heart wall art tutorial

Create this colorful piece of heart canvas art and add a handmade touch to your home or classroom. This project…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • May 4, 2015
  • KNITTING AND CROCHET

Knit Garter Stitch Blanket Pattern

Garter Stitch Blanket

A quintessential beginner pattern, this knit garter stitch blanket uses just a single stitch that is repeated over row after…

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  • Smitha Katti
  • April 26, 2015
  • 24 Comments
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