The world of high-end design is an amazing source of inspiration. And when you’re obsessed with crafting, it can spark some fun ideas. For this project, I used Darice wood blocks to make my own version of a $995 Marble Trapezoid Sculpture by Kelly Wearstler. All it took was $10 worth of supplies and an afternoon….
Rainbow Paint Brushes for the Craft Room
Happy spring, creative friends! I have something bright and inspiring for you today! I love my Darice paint brushes that I picked up a few weeks ago, and I thought it would be fun to show you a cool way to personalize your own set. Just use some simple neon craft paint to give DIY paint…
How to Make Easy DIY Wall Art with Magazines
It’s gift giving season and you know what that means- it’s time to think of creative and unique ways to give gifts to your friends without breaking the bank. Today I have a perfect DIY gift idea for you. We’re going to create a piece of easy DIY wall art from recycled old magazines. We’re going…
Crafts and Cocktails with Jen: Rock Cactus Craft
The September Crafts and Cocktails with Jen at TOMS in Austin was a huge success. Who knew people would love painting this rock cactus craft so much. I knew I loved rock painting as I have done it for Day of the Dead, Halloween, Fall and Easter, but apparently it is an awesome activity year…
DIY Painting: 15 Minute Ocean Scene
I love to paint. However, with all the demands of being a mom and teaching, I often find it hard to find time for painting. Well, if you’re super busy like me and are looking for a quick way to get your artistic juices flowing, here’s a super easy and fun DIY painting tutorial on…
Make a Customized Travel Memory DIY Journal
Now that summer is winding down, it’s time to preserve those memories. Darice’s kraft paper notebooks provide the perfect canvas for creating a DIY journal for travel memories. The plain cover allows for customization, while the pages are sturdy enough to hold photographs and collages. They’re also ideal for drawing and sketching. Planning next year’s adventures,…
