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Stained Glass Spray Paint

As I was cleaning out some of my craft supplies, I found an unused can of Valspar Stained Glass Spray Paint. I had this spray paint for so long that I'm not sure if Valspar still makes it. I immediately found some glass containers to paint. All I had to do was clean and then… Continue reading Stained Glass Spray Paint

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Wooden Disc Magnets

Hi everyone! I am challenging myself over the next couple of months to use all the craft supplies I own. I confess that I am addicted to shopping at craft stores. I cannot pass up buying a bunch of supplies that are 70% off. My craft closet is overrun with items that I forgot I… Continue reading Wooden Disc Magnets

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Colorful Polka Dot Art

I love colorful art projects that are easy to paint. This project is so fun and simple that you can do it with children. Supplies: 12" x 16" Canvas Acrylic Paint (6 colors) Cotton Swabs Letter Stencils Trace or freehand letters on the canvas. Pour multiple colors of acrylic paint on a plate. Dip a… Continue reading Colorful Polka Dot Art

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Painted Wall Art

This project is all about painting and positivity. I love encouraging quotes and affirmations, so I decided to paint myself a sign that I could hang on my wall. It will be an uplifting reminder to create daily and continue to use my gifts and talents. I used the following supplies: Acrylic paint (colors: Pool… Continue reading Painted Wall Art

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Button and Bead Art

Over the past few months, I have seen so many beautiful craft projects and art using buttons. I never had enough buttons at home to do a project for myself until I was able to buy a package of buttons at a craft store (thank goodness for coupons). Those pretty buttons inspired me to create… Continue reading Button and Bead Art

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Lamp Makeovers

I love to spruce up old pieces of furniture. Giving things in my home a makeover has been a lot cheaper than buying new furniture. I owned these two lamps for several years, but was only using one of them in my bedroom. As you can see they are both old and kind of dusty.… Continue reading Lamp Makeovers

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Craft Roundup

This has been such a busy week! I'm finally getting the opportunity to share this blog post with everyone. I've cleaned out my camera and computer, and I found some photos of projects that I've never shared. I make lots of crafts throughout the week for myself and for other people. I don't always get… Continue reading Craft Roundup

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Mod Podge Crafts

I own a lot of scrapbook paper and Mod Podge, so it was only natural for me to create some craft projects using the two supplies. I made these lovely, springtime crafts with only a few products. The first project is a small wood crate that I bought and painted a few months ago. I… Continue reading Mod Podge Crafts

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Canvas Art

I hope everyone is having a great start to the new year. 2014 was a crazy year, and I am very happy to move on and see what 2015 holds for me and my family. I made this art project because my goal is to surround myself with positivity. I wanted the canvas to look… Continue reading Canvas Art

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DIY Halloween Mat

I love doing Halloween crafts, so I bought this $1 mat to decorate for my front door. This project is inexpensive and very easy to complete. I painted the mat using sponge brushes, acrylic paint, and stencils. After I was done painting the letters and shapes, I let the mat sit overnight to make sure… Continue reading DIY Halloween Mat

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Wood Frame + Wood Letter

I went to Michaels earlier this week because they were having an awesome sale throughout the store, plus, I received a 20% off coupon (that's the only way I can afford to shop at some of these craft stores). I found lots of items on clearance, including this wood frame and letter: I decided to… Continue reading Wood Frame + Wood Letter

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Painting Old Furniture

My husband owned this end table for a few years before we got married. It had been in our bedroom covered up with a sheet, and we mostly used it as a junk drawer. I got tired of seeing it in a corner collecting dust, so I decided to spruce it up and paint it.… Continue reading Painting Old Furniture