DIY cactus crafts are super trendy and growing in popularity this year, but for some of us, we don’t want to commit to another houseplant or assume that a gift recipient wants to commit to it either! Today I took some cute paper mache cactuses (or cacti–both grammatically acceptable–I googled it for all you grammar…
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Spring Paper Mache Pots
Add a dose of cheer to your spring decor with these colorful pot painting ideas that are decoupaged with pretty scrapbook paper. Hi there friends, it’s Lydi back from Lydi Out Loud and I’m embracing all things spring over here! I love decorating with fun planters and bright spring colors after a cold, dark winter,…
Succulent DIY Pumpkin Topiary
Dress up paper mache pumpkins by turning them into a succulent DIY pumpkin topiary! I have a slight major obsession with succulents… I love the texture, the colors, the shapes… pretty much everything about them! Amazingly, as much as I love succulents I don’t have any fall decor that has succulents in it so you know I had to…
Rustic Wood Look Painted Monogram Decor
I have always loved the transformative power of paint and it doesn’t get much more transformative than turning a paper mache letter into a convincing reclaimed wood monogram. I discovered this technique last year by a happy accident… my plan had been to paint a paper mache letter white as a part of a Christmas…
Back to School Marbled Letters
Hiya, my fellow creative friends! I love to decorate for my favorite holiday… back to school! Back to school is every mom’s favorite day of the year, right?? Even though it may not be my kids favorite day of the year, they do love the decor and prep that we do together. This DIY ABC letter…
Modern Succulent Paper Mache Boxes
I know succulents are popping up everywhere but I’m still absolutely in love with them! One of the reasons I think succulents are so great is that it’s virtually impossible to tell the difference between a live and artificial variety. That makes crafting with them wonderfully easy and yet natural-looking at the same time. With…
Woodland Inspired Valentine Heart Ornaments
Take a cue from nature and create lovely woodland inspired DIY Valentine crafts! This pretty buck and doe heart ornament trio makes for great wall decor. You can even use it to decorate for a themed bridal shower to celebrate the Mr. and Mrs. Woodland Heart DIY Valentine Crafts: Darice Paper Mache Puffy Heart with String…
Stuck Santa DIY White Elephant Gift
White elephant holiday parties are always kinda tricky, especially if they’re work or business related. You want to make sure your gift is humorous and fun but still a little bit practical all at the same time. That’s why this Stuck Santa DIY white elephant gift is just so perfect! You’ve got the whimsical/tacky look…
Paper Mache Pumpkin DIY Centerpiece
Hiya, crafty friends! I made the cutest paper mache pumpkin DIY centerpiece for fall this week and I just had to share how it turned out! It’s the perfect size for our small dining room table, and I love that it will look great for both Halloween and Thanksgiving. I always try to make projects that…
How to Make Paper Mache Pumpkin Luminaries
I live in a region where luminaries are expected for holiday decorating, and when I saw this fall twist on the idea I immediately wanted to make my own. The soft light from this pretty DIY paper mache pumpkin is perfect for mantle or fireplace decor, and a great addition to your fall decorating. Inspired by these punched…
