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Easy DIY Coasters from Washers

This easy craft shows you how to wip together some DIY coasters using washers you can buy at the hardware store. You won’t believe how quick and easy it is to make these. Best of all, they have a contemporary flair that looks great with any decor.

Supplies for DIY Coasters

Washers
Foam backing
Glue
Scissors

How to Make Coasters Using Washers

The design shown above uses 16 small washers and 9 larger washers, but you can use a variety of sizes depending upon the design you choose to create.

1. Put glue on back of washer

2. Place washer, glue side down, onto foam

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until all the washers are placed on the foam and in the desired design. The design used in the photo is simply a circle of washers. Start with a large washer in the middle, place 8 small washers around that and then a ring of 8 large washers next. Add 8 small washers as the final ring, placing a small washer in-between 2 large washers.

4. Let glue dry and then cut off excess foam board.

Step by Step Video Tutorial by Innova Crafts

DIY T-Shirt Scarf

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Here’s a great upcycle idea for old t-shirts that you have on hand, or that you find at the local thrift shop. All you have to do is cut strips of the t-shirt and then braid them together to make cute and cheap DIY scarves. Here are a few tutorials for how to make your own t-shirt scarf.

Video by Kim Kovelle. Thanks Kim! I love this scarf because it’s a no-sew project that anyone can do.

Another idea comes from Ann Le. This project does require the use of an iron, but by using bonding tape it’s another no-sew project that’s perfect for everyone to try.

Hope you have fun making a few of these cute scarves for yourself, or to give as a gift. It’s perfect for Mother’s Day, birthdays, or for that special teacher.

DIY Christmas Card Ideas to Make This Year

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Making your own Christmas Cards is a great way to get in the Christmas spirit. Whether it’s a photo card that puts together a collage of your favorite family photos from throughout the year, or a homemade card with your own creative touches, a hand made Christmas card is a fun craft project for the whole family.

Christmas Card Ideas

There are a wide variety of Christmas cards that you can make. There are simple designs that are quick and inexpensive, and there are more elaborate designs that layer paper and accessories to create a magical keepsake for family and friends. One of the best things about a Christmas card is that you can make them with your kids. They may not have the attention span to help with them all, but I’m sure that there’s a step or two where they can lend a hand. Or, let the kids make a special card for their Grandparents or teacher.

Here’s a look at the types of Holiday Cards that you can make for Christmas this year.

This snowy mountain card by lindsay.dee.bunny (via Flickr CC 2.0) shows what you can do with a little paper. If you don’t have a die-cut machine to make the trees, you could cut some out by hand or use tissue paper to glue down your own trees. Or another idea would be to make a needle felted tree and glue that to the card. I love adding texture and depth to a card.

I love the creativity and ingenuity used to make this card. The Christmas tree is made from a bike chain that has been painted green and then shaped into a tree. What a brilliant idea shared by Richard Masoner via Flickr CC 2.0

Are you newlyweds celebrating your first Christmas together? Or maybe there’s a new baby in the house? This photo ornament card is a great way to show-off your news. All you have to do is make a photo ornament, take a picture of it and then add a greeting. You’ll enjoy working on every step of this project. Photo courtesy of njt1982 via Flickr CC 2.0

Kids love getting involved with Christmas and want to help whenever they can. Let them get involved with the family card, or let them make one for someone special. I’m sure that this adorable card would be loved by all. You can also make copies of your kids artwork and turn it into a card. I did this with one of my son’s drawings when he was too young to write. I made a card using a photo I took of the drawing. I then used Send Out Cards to make Thank You notes with his drawing on the front and my writing on the inside. A frame-able card that we still have on display! Photo via Brentwood Borough Council via Flickr CC 2.0

Here are a few more ideas. All of these cards were made with scrapbook paper, card stock and and lots of creativity.

Photo by starshaped via Flickr CC 2.0

Photo by amy.gizienski via Flickr CC 2.0

Photo courtesy of WordRidden via Flickr CC 2.0

DIY Beach Decoration or Ornament

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Living in Boston, the water and beach are a huge part of my life. I guess that’s why I enjoy any craft or DIY project that has a beach theme to it. Whether it’s using pieces of sea glass that we find on a walk, or making sand art, I love beach-inspired projects.

This DIY terrarium from Henry Happened is so beautiful. It’s an easy technique that uses souvenirs and trinkets that you find during your travels. If you aren’t a beachy person, you could use this same technique to create a family keepsake with items you find while on vacation. You could use the finished product as a decoration in your house, or you could even turn it into an ornament for Christmas.

Drop by Henry Happened to see the full tutorial on how to make this cute DIY craft. I think you’ll have lots of fun coming up with unique items to put inside your terrarium.

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How do you stay connected with blogs and sites that you like to follow? Maybe you’ve been using Google Reader? Well, Google Reader is shutting down on July 1st, so you’ll need to find a new reader for all of your favorite RSS feeds.

My favorite place to read all of my favorite craft and DIY blogs is on Bloglovin. It works great on my computer and iPhone, so it covers my needs no matter where I am. I hope you’ll join me at Bloglovin and follow along to get all of the latest news from us.

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