Hello there! It’s Lydi back from Lydi Out Loud and I have been crafting up a storm for New Years! Every year New Years crafts tend to get skipped over because I’m usually just focused on Christmas. Not this year! There are so many fun craft and decor ideas to ring in the new year….
Craft Basics
DIY Antler Winter Craft Decor
As you know I love working on projects for the house. Since winter is here I thought I’d get started on some winter projects for the house. For some reason I feel like antlers have a winter-y feel to them. Is it just me? I found some painted antlers on Pinterest for great inspiration and…
Chunky Crochet Hat with Pom Pom
About a month or so ago I made this crochet cowl pattern with some nice super bulky weight yarn. The stitch uses half double crochet worked in the back or third loop to make it look like it was knit instead of crocheted. Today I am sharing the pattern for a matching easy crochet hat…
DIY Bread Board Chalkboard Menu
Hello there, I hope you’re enjoying the holiday season! We’re approaching the pinnacle of party season… New Year’s Eve! Do you have a party planned or planning to go to one? This simple bread board DIY menu chalkboard is perfect to label your signature drink or mysterious appetizer. And of course “Cheers” doesn’t just apply…
Relaxing Milk Bath Last Minute Gift
I absolutely love this time of year but I’ll be the first to admit that come New Year’s Eve, I’m a little stressed out. Somewhere between wanting to find the perfect gift and attending tons of holiday parties, I always get a little bit overwhelmed during the holiday season so I figured other people must…
Whimsical Snowman Family Wall Hanging
Deck the walls with sweet, personalized snow people families! These cute DIY snowman decorations are simple to make and easy to customize. You can embellish them in lots of different ways. Here are two cute ideas for you to try. DIY snowman decorations supplies: Mini Birch Disks Darice Small Wood Sign with Wire Hanger Permanent…
Peppermint Swirl Shea Butter Soap
Whip up a batch of this simple 3 ingredient swirled Shea butter DIY peppermint soap. It’s perfect for gift giving or an energizing treat for you! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas gift crafting has to be my all time fav… I love gifting a friend or family member a homemade creation…
Knit Hat Wine Stopper with Knit Scarf Bottle Wrap Gift Idea
Today’s project is one where I feel a little bit like a fraud calling myself a maker because this DIY wine bottle gift idea is so ridiculously easy. Easy but so adorable! I brought this wine stopper with a bottle of wine to a party last week and everyone kept talking about how cute it…
Giant Crepe Paper Poinsettia Backdrop
Happy holidays, creative friends! Have you jumped head first into Christmas projects yet?? I have run out of places to display my Christmas craft projects, but I just keep creating! Ha! I am so excited to share a fun backdrop display for your next Christmas party, and it costs just a few dollars to make! With…
Rustic Decorative Holiday Basket
Add some rustic elegance to your holiday home decorating this year with this easy to make DIY basket decoration! I combined a distressed storage box with natural and sparkly elements to create a decorative piece that is great for the holidays. You can set this in a window, incorporate it in a tablescape, or decorate…
