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Pretty Life Girls

This is your place to find inspiration for MAKING a pretty life; written by sisters, authors, and TV contributors, Sam Spendlove and Liz Welker. We're so glad you're here!

Liz is a mom of two who lives in Utah after a stint in NYC and New Orleans. She has a Master's Degree in Technical Communication and has embraced the fact that she is a Diet Coke addict with a perpetually messy craft room.

Sam lives in Utah and is a mom of three with a Master's Degree in Instructional Technology. She is a planner addict with a weakness for succulents and peanut butter.

Skeleton Wreath for a Dollar Store Halloween

This fun DIY skeleton wreath can be put together with a handful of dollar store Halloween finds – add it to your festive holiday decor! Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never crafted before, you can make this project! You’ll be spray painting and then hot gluing, and that’s all you need to know how …

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Baked Funfetti Donuts Are Fluffy & Delicious!

If you’re looking for a delicious donut recipe to make, these baked funfetti donuts will turn any day special with their fluffy texture and colorful sprinkles inside and out. Sometimes going back to school can have a tiny rain cloud over it. Summer is ending, no more long pool days or late night s’mores, it’s …

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Fabric Stamping Gives New Life to Old Clothing

Follow this simple DIY stamped skirt tutorial to give new life to some of your old clothes! Fabric stamping is so easy, and you’ll have a new look in minutes. Skills Required: Beginner. I recommend having experience with paint and stamping before attempting this project. If you’ve never stamped before, practice a lot on paper …

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DIY Pineapple Bookends You Need on Your Shelf

Learn how to make these simple, DIY pineapple bookends in just a few steps! The supplies are also very budget friendly. Hello DIY Candy! Today’s DIY bookends project is one of the simplest projects EVER. To give you some background, I just bought and painted a used piano for my house, and am working on …

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DIY Popsicle Stick Bracelets Are Super Stylish

You’ve never seen popsicle stick bracelets like these! Learn how to make them super stylish with beads, paint, chains, and more. This tutorial is for all ages, from kid to adult. Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never crafted before, you’ll be able to tackle this project. There’s boiling, painting, and gluing. It’s all relatively …

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T-Shirt Stamp from a Takeout Box (Easy DIY!)

Learn how to make a DIY t-shirt stamp in any design from the unlikeliest of surfaces! You’ll love this fun fashion project – and it’s so easy, the kids can help! Great craft for tweens and teens. Skills Required: Beginner. Anyone can do this project, even with no prior crafting experience. If you’re a newbie …

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DIY Strawberry Freezer Jam with Printable Labels

I love to gift my strawberry freezer jam recipe because I make so much and because I think anything in a mason jar is instantly adorable and gift-worthy! I LOVE jam season. There is something so satisfying about finding amazing fruit at the farmer’s market (or growing your own), bringing it home, jamming it up …

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