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How to Make Soda Pop Can Charms

Published on October 30, 2017Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Butterfly soda can charm.

Turn soda cans into decorative garden charms! This easy craft transforms the metal into punched tin butterflies, flowers, birds, and other creative shapes. Also see these recycled garden art … [Read more...]

Easy Photo Transfer Method for Wood & Canvas

Published on March 1, 2017Last updated October 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Supplies for transferring images from one surface to another.

If you want to transfer a photo or image to wood or canvas, this method is the most reliable method Iโ€™ve tested. For more,ย see this handy guide on photo and image transfer methodsย for wood, fabric, … [Read more...]

How to Paint an Owl on Rocks or Stones

Published on January 13, 2017Last updated October 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Owls painted on stones.

Follow this step-by-step tutorial to hand paint owls on stones. Includes recommended materials for best results. Also, see How to Paint a Stone Art Bird and more tips on stone … [Read more...]

Make a Felt Owl Pouch for Ear Buds (Free Pattern)

Published on December 14, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Homemade owl earbud case.

This sweet owl pouch is made from felt. Used to carry ear buds (or whatever you like), it's easy to sew and embroider and can be made in an afternoon. Iโ€™ll show you how to make the owl case as well … [Read more...]

DIY Felt Phone Case With Embroidery and Applique

Published on November 13, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Handmade mobile phone case.

Step aside, knittingโ€”wool felt crafts are back! This simple phone case is a fun, frugal beginner project to try with just a few basic supplies. Thereโ€™s also a free pattern here for making a … [Read more...]

DIY Miniature Fairy Garden Pond Charms With Polymer Clay

Published on September 21, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Homemade polymer clay fairy garden accessories including a frog and lily pad.

Itโ€™s easy to create delightful charms for your miniature fairy garden pond using polymer clay. If you are brand new to using polymer clay, see my handy starter guide, Polymer Clay Charms … [Read more...]

Build A DIY Workbench on Wheels

Published on September 29, 2014Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Workbench with tools.

If you're going to build stuff, you need a good workbench. After completing my DIY greenhouse from old windows this summer, I decided it was time to finally build a proper workbench. I've … [Read more...]

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