DIY Silver Candlesticks

A couple of years ago, I got this set of candlesticks and a pedestal bowl from my husband's aunt and uncle when they were downsizing.  At first, I thought I might sell them on Etsy, but then I decided to turn them into faux silver candlesticks.

This is the before picture...

 Then, I spray painted them flat black...

The next day, I applied Silver Rub 'n Buff...

Voila!!

Thanksgiving Pillows

Here's a cute idea for Thanksgiving decorating, but the best part is that these pillows are convertible - simply unbutton the panel and change for any season!!!

Directions

Flower Turkey Placecards

Here's a cute & simple idea for Thanksgiving placecards.  

Directions

Hair Bow Tutorial

Click here.

Fabric Pumpkins

Here's the tutorial.

Juice Bag to Pencil Holder

This is a great repurposing idea!  Here is the tutorial for this amazing project!

Fabric Flower Tutorial

Here is a tutorial for a darling flower made from fabric.  It can be used for a hair clip or anything you wish.

Paper Towel Butterflies

Another installment from summer craft camp via Skip to my Lou.  Enjoy!

Summer Craft Ideas

If you Moms out there are looking for crafts to fill your children's idle hours this summer, here is a link to Summer Craft Camp.

Rainbow Easter Eggs

Here is a clever idea for Easter...

here's the link...

Ukrainian Egg Tutorial

Click here for tutorial.

Purse Made from Plastic Grocery Bags

Just in case you don't read the Pioneer Woman's blog, here is a tutorial on how to make his cute purse from grocery bags.  

How to Make Blarney Stones with Treasures Inside

Here is a tutorial for making treasure stones - or Blarney stones.  I think they would be a lot of fun for kiddos.

Please see the link above for recipe and complete instructions!!

Crocheted Flowers Tutorial

I love flowers!  And I love the look of crochet and wish that I was talented enough to figure out how to do it.  If you are one of those who know to crochet and need cute flowers to add to your crafts, here is a tutorial for you...

How to Crochet a Heart

I would love to be able to crochet!  I can sew, I can do most crafts, I can "tickle the ivories" with my 10 fingers over 88 keys, but I can't crochet anything except a chain stitch.  

Just in case there is anyone out there who loves the look of crochet and would like to make a little something for Valentine's Day, here is a cute link with a tutorial video, how to crochet a heart.

Easy DIY Reusable Produce Bags

I just found the cutest and easiest tutorial to make your own reusable grocery bags from an old T-Shirt.  The complete tutorial can be found  here.