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Amy

I've been a crafting, DIY and recipe expert for over 30 years! Professional writer with blogs, books, and a product line. I can teach you how to make just about anything.

Santa Mason Jar Craft: A Cute and Easy Christmas Gift

This painted Santa mason jar is such a cute Christmas gift idea! It also works as part of your holiday decor – and it’s very easy to make. Skills Required: Beginner. The only “difficult” part of this project is painting on glass (which is a bit different than wood). It’s going to require patience, but …

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Make Wine Cork Coasters Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to make wine cork coasters that look great, on a budget! Save your old wine corks and make these for unique decor or gifts. Skills Required: Beginner. These coasters are easy to make, even if you’ve never crafted before. You’re going to be cutting cork and felt and then hot gluing it together. …

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Personalized Yarn Wrapped Ornaments for a Festive Christmas

Learn how to make a yarn wrapped ornament that looks great on the Christmas tree! You can personalize this idea for gifts, decor, and more. Skills Required: Beginner. You will use yarn to wrap around a letterform and add embellishments with hot glue. Ready to give your Christmas tree or stockings a pop of personality? …

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Bacon Puff Pastry Twists Recipe: A Crowd-Pleasing Snack

These glazed bacon and puff pastry twists are the perfect appetizers for game day! Bacon wrapped with parmesan and brown sugar – you won’t believe how tasty these are. They’re quick too. They need just 15 minutes in the oven! Have you ever been responsible for coming up with a delicious appetizer? I’m hosting some …

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Metallic Key Ornaments for Christmas in a Few Steps

Make easy metallic key Christmas ornaments using supplies from the craft store – they cost just $1 to make and a little spray paint! I love using keys in craft projects. Maybe it’s a deeper need to unlock some part of my future? I’m just kidding, I don’t even know what that means. I just …

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Craft a Gorgeous Yarn Wall Hanging Without Breaking the Bank

If you love budget friendly decor, this is your project. Learn how to make this unique yarn wall hanging with a stick and some cute colors of yarn. Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never crafted before, you can make this wall hanging. You’ll be tying yarn and spray painting, and all that’s required is …

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Pom Pom Christmas Garland To Brighten Your Holidays

Learn how to make a pom pom Christmas garland to decorate your holiday home! This is SO easy to make, even for beginning crafters. Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never crafted before, you’ll be able to make this garland. You’ll use pom pom makers, which are really easy if you follow the instructions. Have …

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Make a Stunning Wreath with Garland in Five Minutes!

You can make a beautiful Christmas wreath with garland in five minutes – no exaggeration! Perfect for someone with no crafting skills to add to their holiday decor. Skills Required: None. You don’t need any prior crafting experience to make one of these wreaths. The process will be to wrap a garland and then cut …

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Quick and Easy DIY Paper Christmas Banner for Any Space

Add a little vintage holiday flair to your decorating with this easy DIY Christmas banner – all you need are a few simple supplies! Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never crafted before, you’ll have any easy time with this project. You’ll be using a punch, pop dots, and hot gluing. There’s something magical about …

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