This easy little canvas project sparks a breath of air with bright colours and patterns. We can never stop shouting about the versatility of scrapbook paper, its really one of those must have crat supplies that can be used for so many projects. Making this craft made me happy and I hope it will do the same for you!

What you’ll need:

• Black paint pen
• Canvas
• Scrapbook paper
• Scissors
• Modge Podge
• Paint brushes
• Acrylic paint

Make an umbrella top template. I free drew mine, but you can also print one – try searching for umbrella clipart. Cut out nine umbrella tops.

Paint the canvas a solid colour that will compliment your umbrellas and let dry.

Modge Podge the umbrella tops in place. Use a thin layer of the glue both under and on top of the paper. Let this dry as well.

Use a paint pen to add handles to the umbrella tops.

All done! I hope this cute Umbrella Art piece brings you joy, happy crafting! If you loved this craft and are looking for more, certainly check out this Easy DIY Beach Decor – Flip Flop Hanger.

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1. Rainbow Trees

Predicted to be the biggest trend this season, this colourful look is sure to make a statement. You can easily create this design by picking up a few boxes of different coloured ornaments. A great tip from www.housebeautiful.com, keep in mind you’ll need more boxes of the colour on the bottom of the tree as it gets wider on the way down.

2. Wicker Tree Skirts

The absolutely perfect way to cover the worst bit of your tree. This collar covers up not only the trunk but also the never attractive water basin. You can get one in any colour you like, from white to dark brown, so they suit any palette.

Christmas Decor

3. 80’s Vintage

Oh the 80’s. A decade where our Christmas’ were filled with tinsel, multi-coloured foil stars, glass ornaments that shattered if you breathed on them and false trees so sparse they looked like they were attacked by termites. But despite all of this, or maybe because of it, you just can’t beat the nostalgic feeling of having a few of these kicking around the house.

This must be why 80’s vintage is making such a huge comeback this year, with stores like Michaels even coming out with an entire vintage inspired collection. Pick up some vintage decor here.

4. Mother Nature

Natural elements have been a part of Christmas decorating since the beginning of, well, Christmas decorating. It all started with evergreen wreaths, berry garlands and pinecone ornaments.  This isn’t a trend that is going anywhere anytime soon and we can’t say we’re sad about that.

5. Warm Golden Lights

In recent years, since the LED bulb came onto the market, the trend in lighting has been icy whites with bold, electric colours. This year that will flip as we see a swing back to warm, golden tones. The glow from these lights will bathe your home in warmth and splendor. But don’t worry! You won’t have to go back to eco-unfriendly incandescent bulbs to get this look.

6. Barely There Christmas

Not for everyone, this hot trend is sweeping the decor world. If you can resist hauling all of your decorations from storage, this look can deliver a clean, crisp and modern Christmas. Our friends at A Crafted Passion have eleven inspirational strategies to get you started.

7. DIY Advents

Anyone remember those cardboard calendars with the not-so-great little chocolates in them? While those are still hanging around, the trend for 2018 is to make your own. There are unlimited tutorials out there – including our own. Options range from chalkboards, to felt, to wood boxes and everything in-between. There’s even kits that make it that much easier to get started – you can find some here. 

8. Plaid Stockings

The great thing about this easy trend is  you can pick up these beauties pretty much anywhere. Because they are so popular this year, every store from the local Dollar Store to Pottery Barn has them in-stock and ready to buy. Don’t wait too long though or they’ll be gone!

9. Folklore

Inspired by the Hygge (pronounced ‘hoo-ga’) decorating trend, this Christmas style is sitting front and centre in 2018. Hygge – in a very basic sense – is the Scandinavian concept of feeling cozy contentment and well-being through simple things. With how crazy the world is feeling today, it’s no wonder this concept is so popular. Think candles, blankets, cocoa, and even sweatpants. Its not only about decor, its also a state of mind.

10. Pink

I’m dreaming of a Pink Christmas!! Say yes to this fun colour we don’t normally associate with the holidays. Think pink lights, ornaments, wreaths, dare we say… a pink tree?? While that might be pushing most of us past our comfort zones, don’t be afraid to add touches of this trendy colour to your decor strategy. Perhaps try starting with out funky pink photo box pictured above? Get the tutorial here.

We hope you found this list of Christmas Decor helpful and that you feel inspired to mix something new into your holiday decor this year! However you decorate your home, we hope you have a very Merry Christmas.

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DIY back to school Jars

What You’ll Need:

• Empty jars with the labels removed
• Wooden candle stands
• Acrylic paint 
• Paint brush
• E6000 glue
• Letter and number stickers

Firstly, paint the wooden candle holders in primary colours.

Don’t forget to paint the lids! These will need a couple of coats and be sure to let each coat dry fully.

Secondly, add stickers to the jars for a touch of fun!

All done! Get organized and decorate for back to school.

Love these DIY back to school Jars and looking for more? Certainly check out our Hello Sunshine Canvas or these Beaded Wind Chimes for Kids.

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3 Step Easy Mirror Beach Decor

What You’ll Need:

• Mirrors
• Large shells or starfish
• Thick twine
• Hot glue gun and sticks
• Sea-glass or opaque spray paint

Step One:

Firstly, coat the mirrors in a couple coats of spray-paint to give a frosty, sea-glass finish.

Step Two:

Secondly, use some hot glue to attach a large shell or starfish to the centre of the mirror.

Step Three:

Finally, glue the twine around the outside of the mirror.

All done!! Remember, don’t get tide down, life’s a beach!

We hope you like this Beach Decor as much as we do!  Looking for more beachy decor?  Certainly check out this Beach Decor – Flip Flop Hanger and Tropical Party Decor Garland!

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What You’ll Need:

• Two or more balls of yarn in your colour choice
• Scissors
• A mirror
• Hot glue gun and sticks
• Hairbrush

Cut lengths of yarn about 30 cm (12″) in length. How many you’ll need will depend on the size of mirror you’re using. I cut around 250 strands which was enough for my 12″ mirror.

Pull apart each piece of yarn into individual strands. This is not hard but it must be done slowly. If you pull on a strand too hard it will break. Leave one piece of yarn intact for the next step.

We’re going to use the yarn that you left in one piece as the base for the fringe. Take about 20 of the pulled apart strands in a bunch. Loop the bunch around the base yarn to create a half-knot. Repeat this until you have a fringe that will cover the entire length of your mirror.

Use the hot glue gun to attach the fringe to the back edge of the mirror. It may help to tie a knot in the end as a stopper of sorts, so the yarn doesn’t slip out. Repeat on the opposite side so that the fringe is pulled tight and straight across the mirror front.

Gently pull a bristle hairbrush over the fringe to fluff up the yarn. 

Cut the bottom o the fringe into the pattern of your choice. I did a layered look, but you could also cut it on a curve or straight across.

Hang in your bedroom, entryway or hall for a bold statement piece that will catch everyone’s eye! 

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DIY Bathroom Sign – Chic or Rustic and so funny!

• Wooden board
• White acrylic paint
• Grey acrylic paint
• pencil
• paintbrushes
• Optional – stencil with stencil sponge 

 

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1. Food Coloring Painted Easter Eggs by And Then Home

An Easter classic and always fun for kids, you probably have everything you need in the pantry.

2. Easter Egg Carton Chicks by Paper, Plate and Plane

After you’ve made you Easter eggs, hang on to those empty cartons. This cute crafts lets kids turn recycling into little yellow chicks. They also make containers to keep small candies inside. 

3. Bunny Ears by Martha Stewart

Turn your little one into the cutest bunny ever with these headband felt ears by Martha Stewart.

Don’t worry! There’s still more crafts ahead…….

4. DIY Egg Popper Tree by Studio DIY

Turn a tree in your yard into the coolest Easter surprise. Make plastic eggs into candy filled poppers and let your kids pull and pop and gather up all the candies that fall out.

5. Easter Bunny Footprints by The Larson Lingo

Leave bunny tracks for your littles to discover in the morning. They’ll love seeing the evidence left behind by the fluffy giver of chocolates.

6. Hand and Footprint Canvas by Champagne and Sugarplums

A little messy but totally worth it! This craft really gets your kids involved and makes lasting memories of their tiny hands and feet.

7. Sock Bunnies by A Pumpkin and a Princess

These make great handmade gifts for Easter baskets that you can make for the kids or with them.

8. DIY Daffodils by Mend & Make New

So quick and easy but so sweet. Perfect for little hands and minds to create and keep for an Easter bouquet.

9. Popsicle Stick Chicks by Crafty Morning 

Simple and fun, your kids will love making these funny square characters!

There’s Still More Easter Crafts!

10. Cute Critter Treat Jars by Champagne and Sugarplums

These adorable little critter treat jars are a sweet way to gift a little Easter cheer to friends and family. Fill them with candy for an easy present that’s sure to please.

11. Yarn Wrapped Carrots by Easy, Peasy and Fun

A wonderful craft for kids in kindergarten and even some preschoolers! Wrapping the yarn around cardboard paper is an excellent fine motor exercise.

12. Peek-a-Boo Clothespin Eggs by One Little Project

Each egg takes less than 5 minutes to make but kids will have hours of fun opening and closing them to see the little surprise chick inside! 

13. Easter Sun-catchers by Everyday Dishes

Here comes the sun! It may not last long but kids will love making these sun-catchers with four different cutouts that are perfect for the Easter holiday.

 14. Salt Dough Eggs by Design Mom 

Who’s ready for bright colors, pastels, and anything green? Help mother nature along with the bright tones of these Salt Dough Easter Egg Ornaments.

15. Punny Easter Art by Champagne and Sugarplums

This clever little pun makes for a fun and quirky decoration, it’ll keep everyone giggling all weekend long.

We hope you enjoyed this roundup of Easter Crafts for Both Kids and Adults! Don’t forget to share your ideas and projects with us, we’d love to see them.

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DIY Flower Heart New Baby

What You’ll Need:

– A wood plaque or a canvas
– Lavender acrylic paint
– A white paint pen
– Paper flowers
– Pearl beads
– Yarn
– White tulle
– Hot glue gun and sticks

Firstly, paint your plaque or canvas solid lavender (or other colour of your choice). Let dry.

Secondly, use the paint pen to write your message on the bottom of the sign and let dry.

Cut a length of tulle, enough to cover the front of your sign and a little more so it will wrap around the back. Glue the tulle onto the back of the board
to secure.

Start gluing the paper flowers onto the middle of the sign. Keep adding flowers to make a heart shape.

Add the pearl beads to the centre of each of the paper flowers.

Finally, tie a length of yarn around the top of the sign to finish it off.

We hope you liked this DIY Flower Heart New Baby and it helps you with your shower decor planning or gift giving! Remember to share your results with us

Planning a baby shower?  Certainly, check out this Easy Breezy Garland for a tropical themed shower or our Yarn and Cat Mobile!

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Coffee Filter Art Project

What You’ll Need:

–          A blank canvas or canvas board
–          Acrylic paints in white, blue (light and dark)
–          Paint brushes
–          Coffee filters
–          Washable markers in greens and yellows
–          Spray bottle with water
–          Scissors
–          Foam adhesive stickers

Firstly, the Adult Part (or kids too if they are doing the whole shebang):

Cover the canvas in a thin layer of water to prop the canvas to take the paint better.

Paint the sky (the top two-thirds of the canvas) blue.

Paint some snow onto the bottom third of the canvas. Start with white paint and free hand in some soft curves for snowy hills. Add some low-lights in dark blue to add depth, using a wet brush to blend in the paint.

Using an at least a 1” or wider brush, splatter paint some white snowflakes on top of the sky. To do this, dip your brush into some white paint. Hold the brush sideways and above the canvas. Use your finger to pull the bristles in a quick upward motion so that paint splatters off of the bristles and onto the canvas. This gets messy so make sure to cover your work surface with newspaper or an old cloth.

Secondly, the Kiddos part:

Get the kids to colour the coffee filters in abstract lines and shapes with different shades of green and yellow markers.

When they are all done colouring, lay the coffee filters down flat on a table and spray lightly with water from the spray bottle. The ink will begin to run together and spread. Be careful not to spray too much water though because the colours with get over mixed and start to look muddy. Leave them to dry; it should take about 20 mins or so.

Draw triangle shapes onto the coffee filters and cut out the trees.

Finally, use the foam squares to attach the trees to the canvas background.

We hope you love this coffee filter art project!  Looking for more projects to help the winter go by?  Certainly try these Frozen Ice Globes or this Umbrella Art Canvas!

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Since this year is a milestone for Canada celebrations started at the beginning of 2017 and will continue long after the long weekend. Why not decorate your house with some festive décor that will extend the celebrations to last all summer? This Glowing Hearts Light Up Frame is the perfect DIY to help you do just that.

What You’ll Need:

• 8” x 10” shadowbox frame
• Card stock paper
• Glowing Hearts printable – get it here
• Scissors
• Small LED floral lights
• Tape

Step One:

Print the design onto the card stock.

Cut the design down to fit into your frame. Cut out the black area of the heart.

Place the card stock into the frame, against the glass. Tape the picture into the frame so that it stays in place against the glass.

Add the lights to the box, using tape to hold the lights in place around the heart opening. Replace the frame backing, make sure to leave the control switch outside of the frame to make it easy to turn on and off.

Turn on the lights and bask in the glow of this special tribute to Canada Day! Add some more Canuck  flare to your house with a quirky Canada Day Door Sign and some True North Bookends.

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