Back in December I posted about how I had started making a super chunky knit throw after seeing inspiring versions all over the internet. Not long after that post, I finished my very own blanket. It was pretty quick and easy to knit, and would be doable even for a beginner. I used BigStitch Merino […]
DIY Fringe Tassel
Aside from going out and buying a pre-made one, this is definitely the easiest way to get your hands on a tassel. And unlike the pre-made ones, when you make your own you have lots more options for the color and size.While I was looking for the embroidery thread to make these tassels with, I […]
DIY Tassel Earrings
After I posted my tutorial for a tassel chain necklace last week, I started thinking about different types of tassels, and how to make them. I’ve shared a tutorial for how to make leather bag tassels and beaded tassels, but I had never made tassels from thread. So I made two different versions, one from embroidery […]
DIY Chain Tassel Necklace
After I went a few months without being able to go down into my basement, when I finally did make it back down there, I was dismayed by how messy it was. So I started trying to organize some of my supplies. While doing so, I came across a whole lot of random lengths of […]
DIY Felt Resolution Banner
I’m not big on traditional resolutions, but when everyone else is talking about them it’s easy to come up with things I’d like to do differently in life. And then I’m liable to forget about them five minutes later. So this year I decided to make myself a little visual reminder of a few things […]
DIY Reversible Leather and Felt Coasters
Learn how to make these reversible leather and felt coasters.
DIY Glittery Geometric Paper Ornaments
I mentioned last week that I was excited about Christmas this year, and I really must be, since last year we waited so long to get a tree that they were on sale by the time we got one, and this year we have one already. Since we didn’t have many interesting ornaments, I decided […]
DIY JOY Holiday Banner/Garland
Make a glittery custom word holiday garland.
DIY Holiday Candle
Today I decided to whip up a little holiday table decoration just in time for Thanksgiving. A row of these candles would look great on a festive table, and because they’re made with rosemary, they smell good, too. They’re a perfect project to put together while watching your favorite holiday tv movie. Which means you […]