DIY Marble Mugs
If you are feeling so happy this summer and you just want to splash colors everywhere and radiate sunshine, then I got something for you. DIY marble mugs will help you express yourself this season. Marble mugs are very easy to make and in about 10 minutes you will be done with the DIY. Materials needed: Basic white ceramic mugs Nail polish (cheap stuff is fine) Wooden skewers or toothpicks Warm water Disposable pan or bucket (it will get ruined) Nail polish remover Cotton balls or cotto...
Super Easy Dogwood Flower
Dogwoods are one of my favorite types of flowers. They come in different colors, from white to pink to red. Such beauties! Crochet dogwood flowers are very easy to make and can be used to embellish garments, hats and literally anything. Materials needed: Cotton yarn (2 different colors) Crochet cotton thread (green) Crochet hook 1/2.75 mm Crochet hook 8/1.5 mm
DIY Pot Holder
Pot holders come in handy in most households. They are colorful and add to the interior of one’s kitchen. I love making them as gifts for my friends and family. This DIY is beginner friendly and is super fun. Materials needed: Sewing Machine Scissors Iron and ironing board (2) squares of 9″x9″ fabric (1) rectangle of 5″x2″ fabric (2) squares of 9″x9″ insulated, heat resistant batting
Easy No-Sew Rope Basket
Rope baskets are really cute and give the interior of a home a beautiful look. Most rope baskets are made by sewing but we won’t be sewing this one. Cool, right? But keep in mind that no-sew baskets can’t hold heavy objects. They are good for holding soft toys, yarns and the likes. Materials needed: scissors hot glue gun bucket or basket
DIY Paper Gift Bag
You can agree with me that gift bags can be quite pricey. Sometimes you can’t even get the right size for your gift. It’s either too big or too small. DIY gift bags on the other hand are cheap to make and you can choose the size, color and design. Materials needed: 1 Sheet – 12×12 Scrapbook Paper Tape / Glue Scissors Punch-hole (optional) Ribbon / Jute cord
DIY Crochet facial rounds
Crochet facial rounds can be used to remove makeup, apply toner and clean our faces. They are super soft and are not harmful to the environment. Crochet facial rounds can be washed and reused. So friends, let’s make 100% cotton crochet facial rounds. Shall we? Materials needed: -Size J (6mm) crochet hook -Sugar N Cream yarn or Medium 4 Weight Cotton Yarn in 2 colors (main color: 7 g border color: 3 g) -Darning needle -Stitch marker -Scissors
Super Easy Rope Rug
Are you looking for a natural colored rug? Something easy and fun to make? Look no more! Rope rugs add a boho look to the interior of your home. Trust me, you’d love them. I’ ll be sharing with you today, the process of making a rope rug. Let’s go! Materials needed: rope (cotton sash cord) hot glue gun packs of glue sticks
Super Easy Tote Bags
Tote bags are vital for shopping and running errands. I usually put my files and books in there for work. Is there really anything you can’t put in them? Tote bags aren’t bad for the environment, they can be washed unlike plastic bags. This tutorial takes twenty minutes! Yippee! Materials needed: 1/2- yard of fabric. 2 yards of 1-inch cotton webbing to compliment your fabric. Cotton thread to match your fabric Cotton thread to contrast with the inside of the bag
DIY Hand Sanitizer Holder
Let’s agree that digging inside your purse to find something you need can be frustrating. And trying to get your hand sanitizer can be impossible sometimes. Arrgh! A hand sanitizer holder prevents all that stress. Materials needed: travel size hand sanitizer bottle main fabric – 100% cotton (tightly woven cotton, such as quilting cotton or cotton used in quality bed sheets) lining fabric – 100% cotton matching thread scissors ruler or measuring tape sewing machine
Easy Non-Toxic Lip Balm
I always have problem getting lip balms that I like. They are either not the right consistency or are tinted with funny colors. I like me a good non-toxic lip balm that’s why I started making them myself. Today, I’ll be sharing with you all this super easy tutorial. Let’s begin! Materials needed: 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon beeswax pellets 1 tablespoon shea butter 2 teaspoons coconut oil 1 teaspoon apricot oil
DIY Kinetic Sand
Kinetic sand helps kids relax and calm down. When the kids are on holiday, it can get crazy is the house.Kinetic sand really comes to the rescue. It helps develop fine motor skills and is good for adults with anxiety. Most importantly, it’s easy to make. Materials needed: 2 Cups of Craft Sand (color of your choice from craft store) 1 TBSP Corn Starch 1 tsp Dawn Dish Soap Water (start with ¼ cup and add as needed)
DIY Hair Towel Wrap
Most times after washing my hair, it’s a battle to have my towel stay on my head. I get frustrated and just put my hair in a bun. One of my friends gifted me a hair towel wrap not too long ago and since then I have been a fan. Today, I am sharing this DIY so we can all enjoy this invention. Materials needed: Towel Fabric, an old towel or even a t-shirt. Serger/overlock Matching Thread Free Sewing Pattern
DIY Stress Balls
Got stress? Why not make a stress ball? They are great for every member of the family. They are soft and stretchy. They also come in handy for kids with autism and fidgeters. Anyone can make stress balls, they are that easy to make. Materials needed: Balloons ½ cup Flour (per balloon, approx.) Empty Water Bottle, dry Funnel
DIY Crayon Candles
I have a lot of old crayons and I have been thinking of what to do with them. Recently, I stumbled on a DIY candle tutorial. I’ll be sharing this tutorial with you all today. Trust me, this DIY candle is easy to make and can be gifted to loved ones. Materials needed: Old crayons Glass votives (I used small juice glasses) Wax
Wicks
Dixie cups (or any paper cup)
Popsicle sticks (for stirring)
DIY Tissue Paper Flowers
DIY tissue paper flowers are so pretty and can be used for decoration. Last week, I went for a baby shower and was stunned at how beautiful the decorations were. I got to find out that the decorations were hand made and I have promised to make them for my niece’s upcoming birthday. Materials needed: A scissors 1 pipe cleaner (we used green so it looked like a stalk, but you can use any colour you’d like!) 2 sheets of A5 green tissue paper 4 sheets of A5 dark blue tissue paper 4 sheets of A5 li...